Programs

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Little Chef Program

Golden Stars Little Chef Program is a science-based program where children get to make their own snacks and lunches. It boosts their creativity and self-confidence and introduces them to healthy food options. It’s once a week led by our educators who teach the kids how to make things like ‘poppers’ or ‘pizza bites.’

The child will then be able to enjoy what they made themselves with some fresh vegetables for dipping! This program gives them skills in cooking, and helps develop an understanding of portion control and the importance of eating balanced meals.

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Birthday Program

Golden Stars Birthday Program is a special program that will celebrate your child’s birthday in a fun and healthy way. Staff members who hold valid food safety certificates will bake a cake for your child on their birthday. The staff will also put together an afternoon snack to share with the children, give them hats to wear during the celebration, and sing-along songs. For the best experience, please let us know when your child’s birthday draws near.

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Friday Date Night Program

2 week

The Golden Stars Friday Date Night program is designed for children aged 2-7 years. The program runs on the first Friday of each month from 4:30-7:30 pm and includes games, dancing, art, and pizza for dinner.

This event was designed to serve parents who plan to go out on dates with their spouse or partner without bringing along their children. If you need childcare during this period, please call in advance and book a spot so we can provide care reservations for your child.

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Saturday Childcare Program

Golden Stars Saturday Childcare Program is for children ages 2-7 years. It runs from 1:00pm -5:00pm on Saturdays. During the 4-hour window, children will get free exploration, music & movement, creative arts, outdoor play, and a nutritious snack.

The program is designed to give parents a break to run errands, have lunch dates, or take naps. It costs $45 per child for Golden Star families, and for the public, it costs $55 per child. You can take advantage of our special discount if you have more than one sibling enrolled in the program.

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Preschool Program

The Golden Stars 3-5 Program is licensed for 16 children. The teacher to children ratio is 1:6, which means that your child will always have a dedicated adult helping them learn and grow. Children who attend this program develop strong social skills as they play with other kids in a safe environment. They also love the individualized attention and care they get from their teachers every day!

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Infant Toddler Program

The Golden Stars Infant Toddler Program is licensed for 12 children, with a teacher-to-infant/toddler ratio of 1-4. This program provides an educational atmosphere that promotes infants and toddlers’ physical, social, and emotional development. Children are encouraged to learn through play in this nurturing environment.

The Benefits of Sending Your Child to Preschool

Studies have shown that children who attend preschool are more likely to succeed in school than those who do not. In fact, preschool can provide your child with the skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. Learn more about some of the benefits of sending your child to preschool below.

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Prepares Them for Kindergarten

Children who attend preschool are more likely to be successful in kindergarten. They are better prepared for the academic demands of school and have developed social skills that help them adjust to a new environment.

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Builds Independence Skills

By being involved in a group setting, children can learn to function independently. They are encouraged to be active and take the initiative when they want something.

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Helps Your Child Develop Social Skills

Children learn to play and work with others. They begin to understand the concept of teamwork and cooperation, which is important in the classroom.

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Enhances Your Child's Creativity

Preschool provides many opportunities for children to explore and develop creativity through play. They can experiment with new materials and ideas, which can help them in other areas of their life.

Our Curriculum

Introducing Golden Stars Curriculum, the top program for holistic child development. Our approach fosters social, physical, intellectual, creative and emotional growth in a safe and nurturing environment. With a variety of age-appropriate materials and activities, as well as culturally sensitive and anti-biased programming, we encourage each child’s success and independence.

  • Performing Arts (Imaginative Play)

    The Golden Stars Performing Arts Program for children is designed to foster creativity, self-expression and confidence. The program engages kids in a variety of performing arts disciplines including drama, dance, music and singing. We teach them how to express themselves creatively through song and movement with the support of expert teachers who nurture their love for the arts.

  • Clay & Sculpture (Imaginative Play)

    The Golden Stars Clay & Sculpture Program is a fun, low-pressure way for kids to get their hands dirty and create something new. It’s also an important part of any child’s development, because it helps them learn skills like creativity, problem solving and critical thinking. The clay allows children to experience the satisfaction of creating something out of nothing–and then watching that creation come alive in their own hands or on a potter’s wheel.

  • Sleep Therapy (Infant & Toddler)

    Golden Stars Sleep Therapy for Children is a program designed to help children sleep better. It includes a comprehensive package of strategies and tools that parents can administer at home with their children, as well as coaching sessions with an experienced sleep coach. The Golden Stars Program is grounded in the science of pediatric sleep medicine and has been shown to be effective in improving overall health, behavior, academics, moods and emotions, as well as family wellness. Our approach recognizes that all aspects of development are interconnected – physical, cognitive, social-emotional – so it’s essential to provide a holistic perspective on how kids learn best. The result? Kids who feel more rested and ready for life

  • Music Therapy (Infant & Toddler)

    Golden Stars Music Therapy for Children Program is a music-based therapy designed to help children develop their mental, emotional and physical health. It focuses on developing these skills in 3 key areas:

    • · Self-Esteem and Wellbeing
    • · Cognition and Language Development
    • · Motor Skills and Movement Control

    The program operates under the belief that by focusing on these three areas of development, we can help kids overcome developmental delays or disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The Golden Stars Music Therapy Program provides individualized sessions based on what they need at that time to improve their abilities in each area of development while also helping them feel better about themselves through the therapeutic effects of music!

  • Creative Arts Program (Preschool)

    At Golden Stars, we believe that arts and crafts are vital to a child’s development. We provide children with the opportunity to explore their creativity in drawing and painting in creative ways. Painting is an important skill for life because it can help people express themselves and communicate ideas more effectively. It also shapes how the brain operates by stimulating neurons and increasing cognitive skills like memory, problem solving ability, attention span, multitasking capacity, processing speed and general intelligenc

  • Neighborhood Walks (Outdoor Play)

    Golden Stars Neighborhood Walks Program for children is a great way to keep your kids active while they learn about their community. It teaches them how to be safe in their neighborhood, and also gives them the opportunity to meet new friends. The program helps shape kids` development by teaching them responsibility, independence and confidence.

  • Outdoor Play (Outdoor Play)

    Golden Stars Outdoor Play program focuses on outdoor play for children. We believe that kids need to be outside, playing in the dirt, climbing trees and exploring their surroundings. The benefits of this type of play are endless – it shapes cognitive development, physical health and social skills. This program aims to provide kids with an opportunity to enjoy all the wonderful things about being outdoors!

  • Pre-Reading & Writing Classes (Preschool)

    Golden Stars Pre-Reading & Writing Classes for children are designed to be engaging, interactive, fun, and educational. Golden Stars uses a systematic approach that emphasizes the importance of early literacy skills in shaping kids development. The program is tailored to meet the needs of each child at their individual level with an emphasis on developing critical thinking skills.

  • Math & Science (Preschool)

    Golden Stars Math & Science is a comprehensive program that offers more than just math and science. It focuses on the whole child, helping them develop critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities and organizational habits. In this curriculum, students will be exposed to STEM concepts in every subject they learn.

  • Sensory Play (Infant & Toddler, Preschool

    Golden Stars Sensory Play Program for children is a sensory play program that helps your child learn through their senses. It`s important to help kids develop the skills they need to grow and succeed in life, including those of touch, taste, sight, sound and smell. The Golden Stars Sensory Play program will allow your child to explore these different senses while having fun!

  • Little Chef (Preschool)

    The Golden Stars Little Chef Program for children is a fun and interactive way to help kids develop skills in the kitchen. It’s designed to shape kids’ development, creativity, and socialization. The Little Chef Program provides an opportunity for parents to prepare their child with life-long cooking skills such as patience, following directions, and cause/effect thinking. The program also helps kids learn about food groups and how they interact with each other in the body!

  • Forest Education (Outdoor Play)

    Golden Stars Forest Education Program is an educational program for children. The program gives kids the chance to learn about their environment and how they can help care for it. It teaches them the importance of taking care of animals, plants, water sources, and more. It shapes how kids think about themselves in relation to nature which has been shown to contribute positively to their development.

  • Mindfulness (Imaginative Play)

    The Golden Stars mindfulness program is designed to introduce children as young as 4 years old to the practice of meditation and mindfulness. With a focus on calming breathing techniques, this program helps kids learn how to be more aware of their thoughts and emotions, which can lead to improved attention span, increased empathy for others, and greater self-awareness. These skills will not only help them in the classroom but also throughout life!

  • Story Time (Preschool)

    Golden Stars Story Time Program for children is a great way to engage your child in learning through interactive story time activities, reading aloud stories together and becoming an active participant in the process. It’s important because it helps shape kids’ development–in school & beyond.

  • Dramatic Play (Imaginative Play)

    Golden Stars’ Dramatic Play is a program that offers kids the opportunity to explore and learn through imaginative play. Golden Stars provides everything children need for authentic, meaningful dramatic play including dress up clothes, props, furniture, and more. Children get to engage in creative dialogue with peers while exploring their own creativity. Dramatic Play helps children develop important skills such as problem solving and empathy by acting out different roles or points of view. In a nutshell, we provide an environment where children can create without limits so they can be whoever they want to be!

  • Music and Movement (Imaginative Play)

    The Golden Stars Music and Movement Program for children is designed to help kids develop important skills. The program provides a safe, nurturing environment where kids can explore their imagination without the pressures of competition or judgment from adults. It also promotes self-awareness, teamwork, cooperation, and leadership skills through games and activities that are fun and engaging.

  • Yoga Moves (Imaginative Play)

    Golden Stars Yoga Moves Program for children is a fun, interactive program that focuses on yoga moves and teaches kids how to focus their minds. It takes the stress out of parenting by providing an activity that both parents and children can enjoy together. This program is structured in such a way as to provide the opportunity for children to grow in many areas- social skills, self-esteem, physical fitness, emotional development- while also helping them develop their sense of awareness about themselves and others around them.

  • Building and Construction Hour (Imaginative Play, Preschool)

    The Golden Stars Building and Construction program for children is designed to be engaging, interactive, and fun! They will explore the different aspects of construction (e.g., carpenters, electricians) while also learning about teamwork and problem-solving skills. Building confidence in academic skills such as math, science, reading; plus social development like cooperation with peers, and positive self-esteem.

  • Focus With Sounds/ Connect to the Roots (Imaginative Play)

    Golden Stars’ Focus With Sounds/ Connect to the Roots Program helps children develop focus and attention, improves their ability to work independently, increases their self-esteem and confidence. This program is based on a child’s age group with age appropriate activities for each group of kids. The Golden Stars team works with families to ensure that every child reaches their potential by teaching them how to stay calm, focused and confident.

  • Connect to Chakras (Imaginative Play)

    Golden Stars Connect to Chakras Program for children is a fun, interactive way that kids can learn about themselves. This program offers an introduction into the concept of chakras and how they make us feel with each one. It also helps kids understand how our body’s seven main chakra points can be used to help with different parts of life – like creativity, intuition, leadership skills and more!

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Interested in learning more about Golden Star Daycare?

Please feel free to get in touch, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.