Welcome to Wee Care Child Care & Preschool! 253-444-8510
We offer children a nurturing and loving environment that’s just like home but also a school !
At our home daycare, our goal is to help children learn important social, emotional, and behavioral skills that ensure they reach their developmental milestones while learning necessary skills ; school readiness hand eye coordination , small motor for skills for writing ,letter recognition, beginning sounds, writing, shapes, color, math, sorting , sequencing , basic concepts & opposites, to name the basics , we also incorporate science, art, Soc studies, Spanish , sign , reasoning & promote self confidence /independence & a multitude of monthly themes to learn about all year round .
We offer an environment that advances curiosity and inquisitiveness through DCYF studies that promote & Inspire our structure for the whole child’s physical & mental GROWTH /DEVELOPMENTAL well being , with themed monthly preschool learnings & safe Play-based activities.
Preschool is between 8:30-12:30 and we offer afterschool & afternoon activities and school age homework /reading help as well as school age crafts & activities & quiet spaces provided for independent focus.
We are proud to be serving University place and beyond with several
happy families enrolled.
If you want QUALITY care with Experience look no further!
Licensed experience of over 20 years , and emergency medical care experience, with years of parenting, & collaboration with Dept of Early Learning & kindergarten teacher feedback , & influence ; makes us seasoned preschool teachers /care givers that your child can bond with and grow close to for a great foundation for first time enrollment or returning enrollment . We are here ready to listen & tailor to specific needs & enhance as many resources for children needed for a positive experience & while emerging into school & with intention of continuing with our ongoing support..
All of our staff are enrolled in ECE child education college courses to constantly continue to grow with ever changing knowledge to enhance your child’s skill set as well as ours with new techniques and individual thought & care .
We love working with children and having strong relationships with families is a bonus for your child’s foundation and promotes security for them to feel comfortable to engage and explore and learn and it should take some worry out of your day knowing your child is safe & making friendships & making messy art to bring home to you .
We look forward to hearing from you! Please contact us to schedule a tour for you and your family.
Flexible hours M-F. Ages 2+
Early learning /school-readiness & play in a comfortable adaptable setting .
Parents receive photos of your child for peace of mind & communication that won’t be lost in a herd .
Tons of past /current Client referrals .
DOH sanitizing standards followed
Free USDA approved meal program provided for regular snacks /meals & substitutions.
Large dedicated classroom with multiple developmental toys /activities & art /sensory , music supplies .
Outdoor fresh air /recess scheduled daily .
We are currently offering half or full day openings .
we focus exclusively on toddler development. We do not offer curriculum-based activities for children under the age of 2. Our programs are tailored to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, fostering growth and learning in a nurturing environment.
See you soon!
I am an experienced caregiver with over 20years of experience, and I am committed to providing the highest quality of childcare & school-readiness for your children .
With over 20 years of professional licensed experience in Early Child hood development, Early Learning , Foster Care, Autism behavior training & medical emergency care, Fire Safety, and continued current certifications in First Aid, CPR, BBP, safe food handling & nutrition , as well as required ongoing training & credits towards teaching degree ; I'm confident to tailor to your child’s personality & developmental needs & learning styles.
I have grown close & helped raise numerous children in the community that are now adults that now bring in their own children or share several great memories about their own experiences from Wee Care .
My staff has individual accomplishments as well as their own experience that is incorporated into daily routines and bonds with kiddos . One of our newest staff is becoming a kindergarten teacher while working in our preschool !
We all promote individuality & strengths into our guidance /teaching.
Both educational and intentional play activities will help children learn & socialize, while growing & practicing school readiness skills, and child hood independence & discoveries are a big part of our day.
I love getting notes from parents thanking me & wishing they found me sooner .
We take the worry out of your day so you can focus on work while your child is in a safe setting, learning and interacting with friends throughout the day .
Wether you have a part day or full day schedule ; Our schedule will adapt to help your child be exposed to all stepping stones needed to build existing strengths and learn more challenging skills .
Our program & philosophy is designed to embrace uniqueness , diverse cultures & beliefs, accept various family dynamics with pride, while encouraging each child's psychological, emotional, behavioral, and social skills ,self-awareness & overall growth & independence without discrimination .
We hope to work with your child for as long as possible!
At Wee Care Child Care & Preschool, our home daycare is designed for fun, discovery, and learning! Our daycare has a driveway for parking and a gated entrance. Within the space, we have a backyard, a nap room, an art area, and a reading/listening area , class tables & chairs for crafts and sensory, small manipulative s and other learning activities!
There is space for lounging or stories , quiet places for independent focus , space for messy sensory play & bubbles & science activities .We try to create a comfortable environment for all of our children’s activities.
We have two restrooms & one is a specific size for toilet training & hand washing assistance .
Our welcome area is spacious for extra clothes, back packs , rain boots and jackets and personalized cubbies for school work & belongings so they feel expected and welcomed upon their first day .
Each day we have a lesson plan & usually a craft or associated assignment /activity after circle time ( group learning ).
Even toddlers have modified activities to complete & take home to show off to parents!
We are located in a quiet University Place neighborhood just around the corner from a park, an elementary school, and a middle school.
There is plenty of convenient covered /and uncovered parking.
Fenced uncovered & covered play areas & with our smaller setting we have the flexibility to travel to the neighborhood park on sunny days , or attend story time songs and crafts at our local library on rainy days to mix things up & gain new experiences while at family home child care /pre-K.