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Banners Childcare
3510 Winton Place, Rochester, 14623 . . . . 427-0700
www.bannerschildcare.com
Banners is a licensed daycare and preschool program specializing in tending to the child as individual. Banners serves individuals from 6 weeks of age to 12 years of age. Before and after school program and field trip entrenched summer program. Meals and snack provided. 6am - 6:30pm. Flexible part-time and full-time schedules.
Best Beginnings Preschool
Living & Learning at its Best!,
168 Chelmsford Rd., Brighton, 14618 . . . . 271-6721
Nationally accredited, home-based preschool program & f/t child care. Year 'round since 1998, we meet the ever-changing needs of 2 to 5 year olds via diverse, carefully planned learning activities & weekly community exploration. A springboard to academic & lifelong success. (5) child max. NAFCC, CDA, NYS Registered. Monthly Moms' Group.
Care-a-lot Child Care
395 John St., Henrietta 14623........292-4880,
100 Pinewild Dr., Greece 14606..........723-0050,
751 Long Pond Rd., Greece 14612.........723-8030
1780 Rochester Rd., Farmington . . . . 398-3111
www.care-a-lot.org
Providing full-day care for children 6 wks.- 12 yrs. Full-day Kindergarten and Universal Pre-Kindergarten. Features include F/T nurse on staff, diapers provided and meals served. Care-a-lot follows curriculum of the Nat'l. Assoc. for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) with hands-on and child choice learning.
The Children's Center of Brighton, Inc.
2501 Lac De Ville Blvd., Rochester, 14618 . . . . 442-7400
www.childrenscenter.net
Family owned for four decades, The Children's Center of Brighton is committed to providing the highest quality child care available for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years. Owners work with highly qualified and dedicated staff to ensure that each child has the opportunity to enjoy learning in a safe, loving environment.
Child's Play with Jennifer
96 Terrel Dr., Webster, 14580 . . . . 671-6674
NYS Licensed home daycare providing all meals and snacks, arts and crafts, preschool activities and field trips. We are working to be green, offering organic meals and using safer cleaning supplies. Owned and operated by a Montessori Toddler Teacher. Openings for children 12 months to 10 years.
Crayon Campus, Inc.
101 Sully's Trail, Bldg. 30, Pittsford, 14534 . . . . 381-4780
A cooperative partnership with parents is at the heart of our program. We offer superior care for children 8 weeks to 12 years, including full-day Kindergarten & Summer Camp. Our innovative curriculum inspires confidence, self expression, creativity & learning. Growth & development are encouraged through exploration & experimentation in a safe environment (consistent w/NAEYC standards).
Faith Child Care & Nursery School
2576 Browncroft Blvd., Rochester, 14625 . . . . 385-2360
www.FCCNSChildcare.com
Nationally accredited, FCCNS provides quality programs for ages 18 mos.-12 yrs. Offering nursery school, toddler/preschool (including "Year-to-Grow" for children not developmentally ready for Kindergarten) & before/after school care. An outstanding opportunity to learn & develop social consciousness in a Christian setting.
Fallone’s Funtime Center
124 Whittier Rd., Rochester, 14624 . . . . 594-2552
www.fallonesfuntime.com
For ages 6 wks.-12 yrs. (Spencerport & Churchville-Chili School Districts) Hours: 6am-6pm. Excellent, hands-on, play-oriented programs benefit each stage of a child's development. Large gym, two playgrounds, field area & on-site Dancing with Denise program. Field trips during winter recess, spring recess & summer break. Indoor Soccer, Hockey & Rock Climbing Rooms. Certified staff.
Friendship Children’s Center
Free RCSD Pre-Kindergarten & Summer Camp Programs,
310 Fernwood Ave., Rochester, 14609 . . . . 342-7250
NAEYC Accredited Daycare. Providing quality care to children for 80+ years. An educational and nurturing environment for children 12 months - 12 years.
Generations Child Care, Inc.
Fairport, 14450 - 52 West Ave. . . . 425-1360,
Gates, 14624 - 2400 Chili Ave. . . . 247-3490,
SW Roch, 14620 - 170 Highland Ave. . . . 697-0499
Irondequoit, 14622 - 250 Empire Blvd. . . . 482-1060
Webster , 14580 - 1085 Gravel Rd. . . . 671-0030
NE Roch, 14605 - 869 N. Clinton Ave. . . . 613-7550
NW Roch, 14606 - 119 Stenson St. . . . 254-8160
www.generations-care.com
Nationally Accredited Child Care, RCSD Universal Pre-K, Before & After School Care & Summer Camp. We offer quality programs for ages 6 wks-12yrs, with a curriculum planned by Early Childhood Specialists. F/T nurse on staff. Program enhancements incl. Intergenerational Programming & monthly field trips. Visit our attractive classrooms & meet our caring staff!
The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development
131 Sully's Trail, Pittsford, 14534 . . . . 381-0160
www.goddardschools.com
At Goddard School®, professional teachers support healthy development of children 6 wks.- 6 yrs. We encourage children's lifelong love of learning & offer families the benefit of on-site owners & directors who provide dependable management & open communication, along w/corporate care programs (ex: Quality Assurance & Accredited Continuing Education).
Laugh and Play Family Daycare
204 Daley Rd., Fairport . . . . 315-4560
Serving Victor, Perinton and Fairport. We offer a "Home Away From Home" licensed group family daycare for your child. Healthy meals, snacks, pre-school curriculum, diapers and wipes are provided. Your child will have many opportunities to learn through play. The child care provider is also a registered nurse. Please call for further information.
Margaret’s House Child Care Center at RIT
112 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester, 14623 . . . . 475-5176, Voice/TTY
www.rit.edu/studentaffairs/margaretshouse
High quality program for infants through preschool, full-day Kindergarten and innovative summer camp activities for grades 1-4. Experienced staff creates a fun-filled place for children to learn and grow.
MCC Child Care Center
1000 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, 14623 . . . . 292-2640
www.monroecc.edu/go/childcare
High quality early care and education for children 8 weeks - 5 years. NAEYC accredited. Variety of summer programs including summer camp for ages 6 - 12 years.
Mendon Child Care Center
at Mendon Meadows Mall, 53 Assembly Dr., Mendon, 14450 . . . . 624-2337
www.mendonchildcarecenter.com
High quality child care center providing a warm, nurturing environment where children can discover the world around them through active exploration. Full & part-time programs for children 6 wks-8 yrs of age. Before & After School Care available. Developmentally appropriate activities & preschool curriculum followed. Now offering Universal Pre-K programs.
Park Ridge Child Care Center
Park Ridge Campus at Unity Hospital,
1555 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, 14626 . . . . 723-7543
www.unityhealth.org/childcare
High quality child care for all members of the community in a safe and nurturing environment. Full and part time infant, toddler, pre-school and school age programs for ages 8 weeks - 12 years. Monday through Friday 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Developmentally appropriate curriculum. Full time registered nurse on staff.
Pea Pods Child Care Center
1338 Pittsford-Mendon Rd., Mendon, 14506 . . 624-4630, 1853 Penfield Rd., Penfield, 14526 . . 248-2550,
www.peapodschildcare.com
Mother Goose time preschool program to prepare your child for kindergarten. Experienced staff with early childhood education. Large outside play area for running and climbing. Summer Camp with weekly field trips. Meals and snacks provided. Enrolling children full/part time (6wks-12yrs. Multi-child discounts and yearly special rates.
Rochester Childfirst Network
941 South Ave., Rochester, 14620 . . . . 473-2858
www.rcn4kids.org
Rochester Childfirst Network (RCN) is more! A Preschool. An After-School and Summer Day Camp for school age children. A Place for Children with Special Needs. A Resource for Child Care Providers. A Leader in Early Education for over 150 years. Nationally Accredited. Serving Children 18 months to 12 years old.
Seasons Child Care
4646 Nine Mile Point Rd., Fairport, 14450 . . . . 388-2380
www.seasonschildcare.org
We offer care for children 6 weeks to school-age, focus on the individual needs of each child & emphasize human values of loving, caring & remembering. Our Intergenerational Program offers a unique approach which provides our children & residents of Fairport Baptist Homes with the chance to develop strong, meaningful relationships.
St. Paul's Child Care
13 Vick Park B, Rochester, 14607 . . . . 244-4527
www.stpaulschildcare.org
St. Paul's Child Care Center is a NAEYC Accredited, non-denominational, not-for-profit program providing quality care for families with children from birth to 5 years old. Our infant room, which has a 3:1 ratio, accepts infants as young as 8 weeks old. The Center is a UPK site. Visit our website or call us today!
Storybook Child Care
357 Fairport Rd., E. Rochester, 14445.........381-3341,
1924 Maiden Ln., Greece, 14626...........225-8280,
174 Pinnacle Rd., Henrietta, 14623.........334-7110
211 Tobey Rd., Pittsford, 14534..........381-7120
www.storybookchildcare.com
We Love Kids! Locally owned daycare serving the Rochester area for over 45 years. From infants to School Age children, we focus on a nurturing environment. We offer low to no cost field trips, parent-teacher conferences, holiday/special events & more! Storybook's children, staff & parents make it a warm, family-orientated environment.
Sunshine Daycare, Inc.
2400 Oakview Dr., Rochester, 14617 . . . . 467-1481
Providing high-quality day care for children ages 8 weeks through 12 years old. Experienced & nurturing staff. Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum. Bus transportation to all West Irondequoit schools. NYS Licensed. Also, Summer Day Camp program: 9-week sessions, weekly themes & field trips, fun & games.
Twelve Corners Day Care & School-Age Program
, . . . . 272-0880 or 271-6830
www.twelvecornersdaycare.com
Conveniently located in Brighton, both programs are open 6:30am-6pm. Our long-term, caring staff provides a wide variety of activities to get children excited to learn in a small group setting. Our School Age Program offers full school year, holiday and summer camp programs for kids 5-12 years old. Call for more information!
Village Sports Kidsports Academy
2830 Baird Rd., Fairport, 14450 . . . . 381-0090
www.villagesports.net
One-of-a-kind child care for ages 3 to 12 yrs. Designed to develop healthy, active lifestyles. Our program combines a state-of-the-art facility with energetic staff to offer the ultimate in child care.
Volunteers of America Children's Center
214 Lake Ave., Rochester, 14608 . . . . 647-1344
VOA Children's Center provides a continuum of care for children 6 wks - 12 yrs old. Programs include infant & toddler care, Head Start & Early Head Start, UPK, school-age wrap around programs, after school clubs, access to Telemedicine & spacious outdoor & indoor play areas.Transportation available for families who qualify. M-F (6:30am-6pm).
Wilson Commencement Park's Early Learning Center
251 Joseph Ave., Rochester, 14605 . . . . 263-7935
www.wilsoncommencementpark.org
Providing day care for children 6 weeks to 12 years old including before and after school-age care. Universal Pre-Kindergarten (free program funded by Rochester City Schools for 4-year-old children), Tele-Medicine & Tele-Counseling, Developmental Screenings, Camp Ventures (July & Aug.) and CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Children’s Health). Mon.-Fri., 6:30am - 6pm.
Wolk Children's Center
At the Jewish Community Center,
1200 Edgewood Ave., Rochester . . . . 461-2000 ext. 272
A warm, nurturing environment where children learn & grow! Half-days for ages 2-5 yrs; full-days for ages 6 wks-5 yrs. Staff ratios exceed N.Y. standards. Modern facilities include a pool, gym, indoor playgym & custom outdoor play spaces. Hands-on curriculum encourages participation & builds self-confidence. Schedule a tour!
YMCA of Greater Rochester
Programs vary - call your nearest branch for more information!,
Various locations . . . . 546-5500
www.rochesterymca.org
YMCA of Rochester offers enriching, values-based programs (in a safe, caring environment) for ages 6 wks.-12 yrs. & teens. Our licensed full-day child care centers offer Early Head Start & Universal Pre-K programs. Before- & After-School programs reinforce positive values at 150 area YMCA branch & school locations. Arts, crafts, sports, games & homework help. Resource-based, financial assistance offered for all programs.
Child Care Referral
Child Care Council
595 Blossom Rd., Suite 120, . . . . 654-4720 or 800-743-KIDS, Toll Free
www.childcarecouncil.com
The Child Care Council is your premier resource for quality child care, early childhood training and Family Child Care Registration for those starting a new child care business venture. Serving Livingston, Monroe, & Wayne counties since 1971. We are your resource for child care needs.
Montessori Schools
Fairport Montessori School
625 Ayrault Rd., P.O. Box 1123, Fairport, 14450 . . . . 223-8593
www.fairportmontessorischool.org
Preschool, Kindergarten and 1st Grade. Child care services are also available. For children ages 3 - 7 years. Accredited by IMS. Summer Programs available.
Greece Montessori School
We provide the highest quality of Montessori philosophy!,
300 Chesterton Rd., Rochester, 14626 . . . . 227-4830
www.greecemontessori.org
Montessori education is a brain-based, developmental method that allows children to make creative choices in discovering people, places & knowledge of the world. Hands-on learning, self-expression & collaborative play in a beautifully crafted environment of respect, peace & joy. Affordable and available for 18 months to 6+ years.
Montessori School of Rochester
220 Idlewood Rd., Brighton, 14618 . . . . 256-2520
www.msrchild.org
MSR is now enrolling children ages 18 months - Grade 3 for Summer Camp and Fall 2009. At MSR, we foster growth, independence, self-esteem and a lifelong love of learning. Here your child's natural drives towards independence, movement and self-mastery will be nurtured and their spirit will be celebrated.
Trinity Montessori School
501 S. Garfield St., E. Rochester, 14445 . . . . 586-1044
www.trinitymontessori.org
Trinity Montessori, guided by the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, inspires toddlers through elementary age children to become peaceful citizens of the world. Come and be a part of our Montessori experience!
Webster Montessori School
, 1310 Five Mile Line Rd., Webster, 14580 . . . . 347-0055
www.webstermontessori.org
At Webster Montessori School, a carefully and creatively prepared environment representative of the natural world guides the child's discovery and learning. Montessori materials exercise the child's potential to intelligently contact and learn language and mathematics concepts at an age when to do so is most effective. In the social environment of the class, children are guided to make creative, responsible choices in how they discover people, places and knowledge of the world - and teachers guide their passion for learning. Children 18 months to 12 years.
Nanny & In-Home Services
ExtraordiNanny, LLC
2130 Five Mile Line Rd., Penfield, 14526 . . . . 423-1600
www.extraordinanny.com
Offering professional screening and placement of high-quality nannies and household managers for your home. We offer a very personalized service and work with you to find only the best care for your children. Full-time and part-time needs handled. Thorough reference checking and background investigations. Fully Licensed and Insured.
That's My Nanny!
339 East Ave., Ste. 302, Rochester, 14604 . . . . 266-2669 or 26-NANNY
www.thatsmynanny.com
Nannies who care - for families who care. Complete background investigations. Full-time, part-time, temporary, Summer Nannies, emergency care and help for new families.
Preschools
Special Friends Nursery School
1000 Elmwood Ave., Ste. 100,
Mary Cariola Children's Center, Rochester, 14620 . . . . 271-0761 x 229
www.marycariola.org
Special Friends Nursery School is a preschool for typically-developing children located at Mary Cariola Children's Center. This innovative program continues a 60-year tradition of programming excellence for all children in a supportive environment. Classes are partially-integrated and led by highly trained early childhood specialists.
STARS Preschool
985 Ebner Dr., Webster 14580, 20 E. Church St, Fairport, 14450, Communication Center for Hearing and Speech . . . . 223-5090
www.communicationctr.com
CCHS is an agency that provides preschool services to children 3 to 5 years old. STARS Integrated Preschool classrooms are located in the villages of Fairport and Webster. Our teaching staff is New York State Certified PLUS we have Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapists on site!
Stepping Stones Learning Center
41 Colebrook Dr., Rochester, 14617 . . . . 467-4567
www.steppingstoneslearning.com
SSLC is a fully inclusive early childhood program serving children (with & without special needs) in unique settings where they learn & grow together & from each other. We operate classrooms for children 2 to 5 where certified teachers utilize a curriculum emphasizing early literacy, pre-academic & pre-Kindergarten skills.