Childcare & Preschool | Willowdale Children’s Academy
At Willowdale Children’s Academy, we are more than just childcare. We give your little one a warm, safe place to grow, play, and thrive right here in Avondale, PA. Our S.T.E.A.M.-based, play-driven approach sparks curiosity, nurtures young minds, and builds the skills your child needs for a bright and happy future. Join our welcoming community and watch your child learn, blossom, and create memories that last a lifetime!
“Thank You for setting standards that exceed normal expectations.”
By Jennifer V.
Children learn best when they’re having fun. We’ve seen it again and again, which is why our curriculum is built around play, curiosity, and plenty of hands-on discovery. As a Keystone Star-accredited childcare and school, we hold ourselves to the highest standards in early childhood education, so you can feel confident your child is in good hands.
“I cannot say enough good things about Willowdale Children’s Academy. This is our family’s first experience with a daycare and we were lucky enough to strike gold! My son looks forward to school every single day.”















At Willowdale Children’s Academy, fun leads the way. We believe joyful days and meaningful learning go hand in hand, so we’ve built our entire curriculum around it.
We welcome children from six weeks old through pre-kindergarten, and we offer before and after-care for school-age kids up to eight years old. Every lesson at our childcare is thoughtfully shaped for each age group, helping your child build independence and a genuine love of learning.
Weekly themes keep the excitement going all year long. One week might bring on-site water play in the summer sun, and the next could include a visit from local firefighters, police officers, dentists, or professionals from Chester County’s science community. There’s always something new to discover.
Our goal is simple: your child’s happiness, well-being, and success.
We believe children learn best when they’re truly enjoying themselves. That’s the heart of everything we do. At our childcare, our proprietary, play-based curriculum is engaging, age-appropriate, and just challenging enough to keep little minds excited. Along the way, your child builds curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning that sticks with them for years to come.
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. We bring these five areas together through hands-on, project-based learning that encourages your child to think, create, and tackle age-appropriate challenges. It’s a well-rounded approach that gives kids a strong start and the skills they’ll carry into the future.
We care for children from six weeks old all the way through pre-kindergarten. We also offer before and after-care for school-age kids up to eight years old, plus fun-filled summer camp programs to keep the learning and adventure going. Summer camps are for students at Willowdale Children’s Academy only; childcare in Avondale, PA.
Yes, every one of our teachers is a certified professional in Early Childhood Education. They’re passionate about helping children grow and work hard to create a safe, warm, and engaging space where every child feels supported and excited to learn.
Beyond our play-based STEAM focus, we use trusted, industry-recognized programs like Learning Without Tears to build strong kindergarten readiness. We also keep our curriculum flexible, adjusting it through ongoing check-ins on each child’s progress so we can meet their individual needs every step of the way.
We do! Our dedicated infant and toddler programs focus on those important early developmental milestones. Our certified teachers create a nurturing, engaging environment that supports your little one’s emotional, physical, social, and intellectual growth from the very beginning.
We love giving children a rich, well-rounded experience. That’s why we offer a wide range of enrichment activities, including our ever-popular Soccer Shots, Music, Sign Language, Dance, and Spanish language classes.
We follow the PA state-mandated teacher-to-child ratios in every classroom. Smaller groups mean more personal attention, so our teachers can closely guide and support each child’s learning and growth.
Absolutely. We know every family is different, so we offer both full-time and part-time enrollment to fit your schedule. We also provide year-round programs and before and after-school care for children from kindergarten through third grade.
Our entire curriculum is designed to make the move to kindergarten and beyond feel smooth and natural. With a strong focus on STEAM, advanced math and literacy, and plenty of room to build independence and critical thinking, we help your child develop the academic and social-emotional skills they need to thrive for a lifetime.
See for yourself why families in Avondale trust Willowdale Children’s Academy. Tour our school and childcare, meet our dedicated director and teachers, and discover the perfect second home for your child.
Visit Us:
3 Moxley Rd
Avondale, PA, 19311
Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Contact Us to Book Your Tour:
Call: 484.720.8069
Email: avondale@willowdalechildrens.com
Meet our incredible teachers, explore our classrooms, and see why families across the community trust us with their child’s early education.