Chadds Ford, PA, Child Care:
A Place to Learn, Play, and Grow!
Play-Based S.T.E.A.M Curriculum. Industry-Awarded Programs. No Annual Registration Fees.
Welcome to Willowdale Children’s Academy in Chadds Ford! We offer a safe, fun, and engaging environment where children are excited to learn. As a Keystone Star 4-accredited school, we are dedicated to providing a high-quality, play-based education that prepares young children for kindergarten and beyond. We invite you to tour our school, meet our certified teachers, and discover a second home for your family.
“Thank You for setting standards that exceed normal expectations.”
By Jennifer V.
Experience the Best in Early Childhood Education
At Willowdale Children’s Academy, we know that children learn best when they are having fun. Our curriculum is designed to spark curiosity and build confidence, ensuring your child loves coming to school every day. We make learning an exciting adventure.
Why Families Choose Our Chadds Ford School:
- Accredited Play-Based Learning: Our proprietary curriculum incorporates STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) to develop critical thinking and creativity in a fun, hands-on way.
- Dedicated Certified Teachers: Our team comprises passionate and certified professionals in Early Childhood Education who create personalized lesson plans tailored to meet each child's individual needs and milestones.
- Teacher-to-Child Ratios: Small class sizes enable greater individual attention, ensuring your child receives the support they need to thrive and flourish.
- Award-Winning Programs: We enhance learning with industry-recognized programs, including Learning Without Tears®, to build a strong academic foundation.
- Flexible Options for Your Family: We offer full-time, part-time, and half-day schedules, as well as before- and after-school care. Enjoy no annual registration fees and included AM & PM snacks.
Here’s What Parents Say
“We enrolled our three young children into Willowdale and since then our kids have excelled beyond our expectations. The teachers are amazing and really focus on developing the children’s learning capabilities and that is extremely important to us.”
-Adam B., Father & Google Reviewer
Check Out Our School
An Exciting and Enriching Learning Experience
Opened in 2012, our Chadds Ford location is a nationally ranked Early Learning Center serving children from 6 weeks through Pre-Kindergarten. Our year-round programs are filled with discovery, from engaging STEAM projects to exciting enrichment activities.
We empower children to become independent thinkers and confident problem-solvers. Our teachers foster a culture of encouragement where students feel safe to explore, try new things, and succeed.
Our Enrichment Programs are Fun, too!
Soccer shots
Music
Sign Language
Dance
Foreign Language Classes (Spanish)
The objective is simple: your child’s happiness, wellness, and success.
Curriculum and Classes in Chadds Ford: Frequently Asked Questions
Our philosophy is centered on the belief that children learn best through play. We use a proprietary, play-based curriculum that is designed to be fun, engaging, and appropriately challenging for every age group. This approach helps foster curiosity, independence, and a genuine love for learning.
Our curriculum integrates STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Through hands-on, project-based learning, we encourage children to explore, think critically, and solve problems creatively. This method provides a well-rounded education and prepares them for future academic challenges.
We offer high-quality early learning education for children from as young as six weeks through Pre-Kindergarten. Additionally, we provide before and after-care options for school-age children from kindergarten to third grade, as well as engaging summer camp programs.
Yes, all of our teachers are certified professionals in Early Childhood Education. They share a passion for child development and are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can succeed.
In addition to our play-based STEAM focus, we incorporate award-winning programs such as Learning Without Tears® to develop strong kindergarten readiness. Our curriculum is also adaptable, enabling our teachers to tailor lessons to each child’s individual progress and needs.
Absolutely. We provide dedicated programs for infants and toddlers that focus on critical early development milestones. Our caring teachers create a supportive environment that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of our youngest students.
To ensure a diverse and comprehensive experience, we offer a variety of complementary enrichment activities. We offer our popular Soccer Shots, Music, Sign Language, Foreign Language Classes (Spanish), and Dance.
We are committed to maintaining low teacher-to-child ratios in every classroom. This ensures that each child receives significant individual attention and personalized support from our teachers, helping them to thrive.
Yes, we understand that families have diverse needs. We offer a range of flexible options, including full-time, part-time, and half-day enrollment. Our year-round programs and before/after-care services are designed to accommodate your family’s schedule.
Our entire curriculum is structured to ensure a smooth and successful transition into Kindergarten. By building a strong foundation in STEAM, literacy, and math, while also nurturing social skills, self-confidence, and critical thinking, we equip our students with the essential tools for lifelong learning and success.
Visit Our School in Chadds Ford!
Ready to see the Willowdale difference for yourself? We welcome your family to visit our academy, meet our wonderful staff, and see why we are a community-trusted choice for early childhood education.
10 Ponds Edge Dr Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Call: 484.770.8490
Email: chaddsford@willowdalechildrens.com
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