Community Day Care offers high-quality preschool, summer camp, and before- and after-school programs across Ann Arbor for kids ages 2 to 12.
Our Programs
Community Day Care is a non-profit organization committed to providing high-quality childcare and early childhood education. We strengthen our community by empowering our educators and supporting family access to equitable, child centered care.
At Community Day Care, we believe every child deserves a strong start in life. We are dedicated to creating inclusive environments where everyone in our community knows they are valued and can thrive.
Choice-based, NAEYC accredited preschool with full- and half-day options.
Before- and after-school programs at Lawton Elementary and Burns Park Elementary schools.
A day camp, typically offered at two locations, for seven weeks over the summer.
About Us
Community Day Care nurtures young minds through high quality preschool, summer camp, and before- and after-school programs.
Since 1972, Community Day Care has been offering Ann Arbor families high quality child care programs. Our longevity shows our community’s trust in us to serve as a place where our families’ children can play, explore, learn, and grow during some of the most precious years of their lives.
Community Day Care’s commitment to our families extends beyond our walls. We actively engage with local organizations, parents, and caregivers because collaborative approach enhances the well-being of our young people. Together, we create safe, supportive spaces where kids can play, explore, learn, and grow.
Our Enrollment Process
By fostering a diverse community, we ensure that all children benefit from varied perspectives and experiences. Our goal is to cultivate an environment that celebrates differences, promotes understanding, and prepares children to thrive in a diverse world.
We prioritize enrollment of families who have historically been excluded from access to high quality child care programs, such as families of color, families with low incomes, and single-caregiver families.
Child care is essential for families to thrive; we believe every child should have access to quality programs that support their development, regardless of their family’s financial means. That’s why we offer tuition assistance to families with low incomes.
Our staff are experts in what they do. We hire qualified educators who are trained in early education and development, pay competitive wages, nurture continued professional development, and invite their own children to attend Community Day Care at no cost (conditions apply).
How to Support
Child care is essential for families to thrive. All children should have access to quality programs that support their development. All educators should have opportunities to teach children where they are respected for their expertise.
Community Day Care stands out among the pack because of the longevity and positive reputation of our high quality programs. These programs are made possible because of our highly credentialed educators, long-standing local partnerships, commitment to diversity and inclusion, and families who place trust in us to nurture their children’s potential year after year.
Visit us and see firsthand why Community Day Care could be the perfect place for your child to grow and thrive.
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