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Our Teachers
Our Director, Betsey, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and brings over 15 years of experience in early childhood education and 25 years of leadership to our team. As a former preschool owner, director, and teacher, she has developed engaging curricula that promote exploration, growth, and learning through movement and play. With experience mentoring and counseling both families and staff, she has built strong school communities where everyone is welcome and growth is encouraged. Her favorite thing about working with kiddos is helping light the spark of curiosity that will foster a lifelong love of learning!
Movement is the child’s first language; through it, they learn not only about the world around them but about themselves, building a foundation for lifelong learning
Philosophy
At Mi Childcare, we believe in combining learning with motion.
Research shows that movement-related activities accelerate and enhance the skills necessary for kindergarten and elementary school success: Forward, backward, and lateral movements promote reading and writing readiness. Play-based activities develop awareness of letters, numbers, shapes, and colors.
Preparing for School & Beyond Our movement-based program not only nurtures physical development, but also lays a strong foundation for your child’s future academic journey. Through engaging, motion-oriented activities, we help children develop the skills they need to thrive in kindergarten and beyond.
Our program focuses on developing: • Fine and gross motor skills • Flexibility, strength, agility, and balance • Social skills such as turn-taking, sharing, and task transition
Location
We are located in the Cascade area in Grand Rapids. Just off Cascade road near Spaulding. Our location is off the busy street with a large fenced in grass area next door for play.
About our program
At Mi Childcare in Grand Rapids, our dedicated staff fosters independence and social skills through hands-on learning. Our program stands out for its play-based approach, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for children to thrive.