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Hi, I’m 59 years old. A proud mother of 3 grown children, and grandmother of 5 awesome grandchildren. Also, 3 Pomski’s (dogs) are very friendly and love kids. Just, very much love to bark!! I have been doing daycare for 39 years. I have also been watching children since I was 12 years old. I love children and watching them grow and being in their lives. I constantly educate myself as much as I can. To always stay up-to-date. Recertify in child CPR and 1st aid every 2 years. I’m working on my CDA (Child Development Associate). Taken a 30 hours of A Business Series. Currently working on step 3 of Step Up to Quality. to improve the quality of my program. I am also respite care trained. I am the President of The Columbus Childcare Association. I’m involved in a program called “Rooted in Relationships” It’s all about the social-emotional well-being of our children. My husband Ray is retired & helps with the children. He is called Papa Ray by the kiddos.
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Philosophy
Every child is unique and I believe that success and growth comes from encouragement and praise. I focus on building every child’s self-esteem and confidence through positive feedback and, I nurture their neutral strength. A child sees the world around them with wonder and awe and I believe in encouraging their natural curiosity.
Location
2 blks from St Bons/Scotus Schools, Hanover Pawark, & walkway. Please, Enter thru the breezeway door. On 18th Ave. Thank you 😊
About our program
Play Base, let children be children, let them learn, socialize, learn to share, while playing! In a small group setting! That is just like home! Lit’l Darlin Day Care also has a open door policy. Parents are welcome anytime during Day Care hours. Doors are never locked. Please remember this is my family’s home too! So between 6pm-7am Please knock!
Rhythm of the Day
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7am - 8amArrival/free play
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8:00amBreakfast
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8:30amMorning exercises
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9:00amFree play/activitie/outdoor
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10:00amSnack
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10:30amCircle time
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11:00amClean up time
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11:30pmLunch
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12:30-2:30pmQuite time
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2:30pmSnack
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3:00pmCircle time
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3:30pmActivity depending on the day
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4:00-6:00pmFree play/outdoor
2026 Calender
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Jan 1stNew Years Day
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February 16thPresidents Day
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April 3rdGood Friday
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April 8thDoctors Apps
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May 25thMemorial Day
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June 26thDoc Appt
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August 21stRay's B-day & yrly physical
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September 7thLabor Day
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October 12thHoliday
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November 26thThanksging Day
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November 27thGood Friday
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December 24thChristmas Eve
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December 25thChristmas Day
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December 31stNews Eve Day
Admissions
Join the Lit’l Darlin DayCare community in four easy steps:
1. Explore our website
We’ve provided information about our philosophies and offerings to help you decide if our program may be right for your family.
2. Tour our program
Come see what makes Lit’l Darlin DayCare unique. If we are currently hosting tours, you can request or schedule a tour at the top of this page. If we are not currently hosting tours, you’ll see a “Request Info” button at the top of this page; if you submit your information using this button, we will notify you when we start host tours again in the future.
3. Submit an Enrollment Application
If you would like to enroll, please submit an application at www.wonderschool.com/lit-l-darlin-day-care-6455/apply – note that we require tours for all prospective families. Please do not submit an application if you have not visited the program.
4. Enroll
After reviewing your application, we’ll send an enrollment invitation. Upon accepting your invitation you’ll pay your enrollment fee, fill out enrollment documents and review our Parent Handbook.