We are a top-quality Child Care center, conveniently located on Yearling Road. We want you to know that caring for your children is a responsibility and privilege that we take very seriously. We are a three-star day care center, which means lower class sizes more individualized learning for your children. This is extremely important when considering options for your child’s preschool education. Children that have developed a special bond with their teachers have a wonderful opportunity to grow, learn and develop in a warm, safe and loving environment. Our child care center provides this environment.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00am-6:00pm
Ages: 6 weeks – school age
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Prep Academy Schools is a private preschool and elementary school serving children from infancy through kindergarten. We offer an advanced, individualized curriculum that maximizes each student’s learning potential, and exciting enrichment activities that develop creativity and enthusiasm towards learning. Our colorful classrooms are thoughtfully created to encourage learning while our large outdoor and indoor activity gyms are designed to develop gross motor skills. We invite you to visit us and discover what makes our school so special.
Prep Academy Schools is a private preschool and elementary school serving children from infancy through kindergarten. We offer an advanced, individualized curriculum that maximizes each student’s learning potential, and exciting enrichment activities that develop creativity and enthusiasm towards learning. Our colorful classrooms are thoughtfully created to encourage learning while our large outdoor and indoor activity gyms are designed to develop gross motor skills. We invite you to visit us and discover what makes our school so special.
As a Doula, I work to provide authentic support & education to women who are expecting & to current mothers in Columbus and surrounding areas. I provide nonjudgemental and unbiased support throughout pregnancy, labor/birth, and postpartum. See my website for more details on how I can be a great addition to your birth or postpartum experience.
I am also certified as a Childbirth Educator so I host & teach my own Childbirth class called: Birth with Confidence. The upcoming date for this class is October 5th, 2019 [8:30am – 12:30pm] at the Olive Branch in Canal Winchester. See the website to register for this event!
Great things are happening at Foundations Learning Academy – we are committed to nurturing the whole child, with care, kindness and compassion – as though each child was their own.
We would love the chance to meet your family – schedule a tour today! This is a very exciting time in our growing centers, and we appreciate you taking the time to consider Foundations Learning Academy. We can’t wait to meet you!
Dedicated Educators: Our low turnover rate and teacher-child ratios are better than industry standards. Our teachers stay with us because they are happy and satisfied with the work they do. Along with providing a challenging preschool and pre k curriculum, we interact with the kids in a friendly, caring and encouraging manner all day, every day.
First Rate Curriculum: Did you know 90% of our students can read before they start kindergarten? That’s just one example of why our preschool and pre k curriculum is so important. Our programs are designed to teach and develop your child using various traditional approaches to learning using the Galileo Curriculum s well as non-traditional classes such as Spanish, yoga and art.
State of the Art Facilities: We understand that a convenient location is helpful for busy moms and dads. Our newly remodeled Hilliard Center and Dublin Center are close to 270 and easily accessible from anywhere in Columbus. Schedule a tour to see our facility, meet our director and other staff members, and get a sense of what our preschool is really like.
Great things are happening at Foundations Learning Academy – We are committed to nurturing the whole child, with care, kindness and compassion – as though each child was their own.
We would love the chance to meet your family – schedule a tour today! This is a very exciting time in our growing centers, and we appreciate you taking the time to consider Foundations Learning Academy. We can’t wait to meet you!
Dedicated Educators: Our low turnover rate and teacher-child ratios are better than industry standards. Our teachers stay with us because they are happy and satisfied with the work they do. Along with providing a challenging preschool and pre k curriculum, we interact with the kids in a friendly, caring and encouraging manner all day, every day.
First Rate Curriculum: Did you know 90% of our students can read before they start kindergarten? That’s just one example of why our preschool and pre k curriculum is so important. Our programs are designed to teach and develop your child using various traditional approaches to learning using the Galileo Curriculum s well as non-traditional classes such as Spanish, yoga and art.
State of the Art Facilities: We understand that a convenient location is helpful for busy moms and dads. Our newly remodeled Hilliard Center and Dublin Center are close to 270 and easily accessible from anywhere in Columbus. Schedule a tour to see our facility, meet our director and other staff members, and get a sense of what our preschool is really like.
Nanno connects parents with quality, curated care and unique experiences for kids. Book a great caregiver whenever (and wherever) you need one. All sitters are fully vetted.
We are Columbus’ largest music school. Our mission is to foster creativity, confidence and grit in students of all ages through fun and engaging music instruction. We offer private music lessons on piano, guitar, drums, voice, strings, winds and more! We also have a Children’s choir for ages 6-10 and Kindermusik classes for infants through age 4.
Central-Ohio Mamas needing experienced childcare & peace of mind: We’re your Village, you’re our Tribe.
Sitters Unlimited LLC is a local company established over 20 years ago, providing fully screened, experienced and quality babysitters to Central Ohio families in need. We continually hold an A+ rating with the BBB and are Central Ohio’s first & best in-home babysitting agency!
Founded by an Occupational Therapist
The Penmanship Lab is operated by Leslie Catlett MS, OTR/L. Leslie’s educational background and clinical experience equip her to identify and remediate deficits in a child’s handwriting.
MISSION
The mission of The Penmanship Lab is to provide quality handwriting coaching to foster a natural and automatic skill, improve legibility and efficiency while having FUN!
Is Handwriting Coaching WRITE for your child?
Handwriting coaching is a great option for a child who is struggling with handwriting. There are various factors that may be contributing to sloppy or illegible handwriting (i.e. fine motor skills, gross motor skills, visual motor skills, incorrect pencil grasp, and limited instruction of letter formation); all of which can be easily identified and remediated by a handwriting coach.
Like any parent, you want the best for your child. So providing them with the best child care is important. Here at Learning Ladder Preschool & Day Care, our goal is to help our young children develop fine motor and sensory skills and develop language skills. Our personal program promotes self-esteem in your child and prepares them for the next steps in their lives. Our primary objective is to assist parents in raising well-rounded and socially adjusted children. We also prepare and serve nutritious meals at no extra cost
Ages: 6 weeks – 12 years
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6:00pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
For 30 years, The Goddard School® has been a trusted name among families. At The Goddard School located in Westerville (Polaris), OH, on-site owner Steve Powell strives to provide the highest-quality learning program. The play-based F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) ensures the School meets high standards specific to early learning, development and care. The program is grounded in research on how children learn best: children experience the deepest, most genuine learning when they are having fun.
Ages: 6 weeks – 12 years (before/after school)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00am-6:00pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Community begins here at Kiddie Academy of Westerville. Our highly trained teachers create a nurturing environment where children can explore and learn. With our Life Essentials curriculum, the students participate in purposeful play through various learning centers. Not only will you see evidence of learning daily, teachers perform weekly assessments to track your child’s academic growth. With Kiddie Academy, your child will build a strong educational foundation.
Ages: 6 weeks – 12 years (before/after school)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6:00pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Primrose School at Polaris opened in February 2011 and we continue to provide a high quality educational experience for your child. Each classroom has a unique balanced learning curriculum which balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. We offer enriching experiences in reading, science, technology, art, math, music, life skills, foreign language, physical development and gardening to help children build Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts. At Primrose Schools we believe who children become is as important as what they know and we consider it an honor to be part of your child’s wondrous journey into educational discovery. We would love the opportunity to show you our school. Please feel free to call us today to set up a tour. We hope to meet you soon!
Ages: 6 weeks – 3rd grade (before/after school)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:30am-6:00pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
At The Goddard School of Powell, meeting the needs of the individual child is our highest priority. Our play-based F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) is designed to ensure that assessments of each child in the classroom guide the daily curriculum developed by our highly qualified, professional teaching staff while creating a loving, nurturing, and safe environment in which parents can trust. Our core values include fostering a well-rounded approach to learning, ensuring that our students are not just school ready, they are life-ready. We encourage children to discover and explore their interests, empowering them to become happy, confident, self-aware, empathetic, and self-directed. The teaching and enjoyment of manners, art, music and world cultures is just as integral to our curriculum as STEAM based learning. In addition, The Goddard School of Powell is proud to offer age appropriate enrichment programs including American Sign Language, Yoga, and Spanish beginning at 2.5 years old. We also recently introduced Chess at 3, a cutting edge enrichment program offered exclusively at our school. On-site owner Rebecca Burkholder encourages an open door policy and strives to build a partnership with parents to ensure we provide the highest possible quality experience for students and their families. We welcome you to visit our school to learn more!
Ages: 6 weeks – Kindergarten Enrichment; Before and After School up to age 10
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-6:00pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Sunny Day Academy offers quality care and education for infants through kindergartners as well as before- and after-school care for children ages six to twelve. Our highly-qualified staff teaches a well-balanced curriculum that supports the learning of young children in a caring and comfortable environment that is conducive to the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth of each individual child. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature warm, inviting classrooms along with imaginative indoor and outdoor play areas. Our high standard of excellence translates into everything we do, down to our advanced security system so that you have peace of mind knowing that your child is safe and secure. Through hands-on learning experiences in an atmosphere of support, children at Sunny Day Academy actively learn, develop, and achieve.
Ages: 6 weeks – 12 years (before/after school)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6:30pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Primrose School at Pickerington opened in January 2009 and we continue to provide a high quality educational experience for your child. Each classroom has a unique balanced learning curriculum which balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. We offer enriching experiences in reading, science, technology, art, math, music, life skills, foreign language, physical development and gardening to help children build Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts. At PrimroseSchools we believe who children become is as important as what they know and we consider it an honor to be part of your child’s wondrous journey into educational discovery. We would love the opportunity to show you our school. Please feel free to call us today to set up a tour. We hope to meet you soon.
Jersey Weekday Preschool is a ministry of Jersey Church, where their mission is “Caring for people, and connecting them to Christ.” It is our goal at Jersey Weekday Preschool to provide an education rooted in our faith in Jesus, as we address the individual learning needs of each child. We provide academically rigorous curriculum while respecting developmentally appropriate practice. We believe that learning is active, social and play based, and strive to make our classroom environments places where students can engage in learning. It is our mission to create students who love to learn in order to prepare them for their future academic careers. We look forward to partnering with your family as we help your child take small steps towards great things!
Ages: 2.5 years old through 5 not yet in Kindergarten
Children flourish at Villa Montessori Preschool (VMP), a Montessori and Reggio-inspired program serving children 18-months to 6-years-old! VMP’s classrooms help children become self-motivated learners, following the Montessori principle that children are the facilitators of their education, the teacher a guide. Their authentic Montessori curriculum is further enhanced by a Reggio Emilia inspired arts and science program. Together, Montessori and Reggio create S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) as core components of their respective curriculum. Villa Montessori Preschool, located adjacent to the JPMorgan Chase campus and the Polaris Fashion Place operates year-round. It’s our job to make your child’s experience a little less ordinary…and a whole lot more memorable!
Ages: 18 months – 6 years
Schedule: All ages:
M/T/W/R/F = 7am – 6pm
M/W/F = 7AM – 6PM
T/R = 7AM – 6PM
Registration Deadline: open enrollment
Children’s Discovery Place at Polaris serves children ages 6 weeks to 10 years of age. Our specialty is quality Infant and Toddler Care, while providing an enriching educational program for Preschool and School Age. A variety of part-time schedules are offered for Preschool and School-Age. We deliver exceptional care and exceptional education through strict quality review, low child to teacher ratios, an educated and experienced teaching staff, and a nationally acclaimed educational program, The Creative Curriculum, based on proven learning philosophies and the latest research. If you are looking for a smaller, more exclusive center that views your child as an individual with enormous potential, then Children’s Discovery Place is for you! We are not a mega-chain and we do not believe in large scale cookie-cutter approaches to child care. Every child is different and special and we customize our lesson plans, educational curriculum, special events and daily routines around them.
Ages: 6 weeks – 10 years
Schedule: Full time Monday- Friday 7am-6pm. Part time- 2 or 3 days 7am-6pm. Pre-K Part time can be half days in the morning.
Registration Deadline: open enrollment
For 30 years, The Goddard School® has been a trusted name among families. At The Goddard School located in Hilliard, OH, on-site owners Kim Eagle and Bill Eagle strive to provide the highest-quality learning program. The play-based F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) ensures the School meets high standards specific to early learning, development and care. The program is grounded in research on how children learn best: children experience the deepest, most genuine learning when they are having fun.
Ages: 6 weeks – Kindergarten Enrichment; Before and After School up to age 12
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-6:00pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Eclectic south American tapas – 2nd location in brewery district!
Gastro Pub with southern cuisine and smoked meats
A botanical landmark just two miles east of downtown Columbus, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens features exotic plant collections and displays, seasonal art and nature-based exhibitions, outdoor gardens and a variety of educational programming.
Embark on an exciting adventure into the world of the Conservatory’s Topiary Collection! Discover the captivating Garden Safari exhibit, showcasing a stunning array of plant topiaries designed to mimic the vibrant colors and intricate textures found in the skin, fur, and scales of various animals. This experience invites you to embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt, guiding you through the sprawling safari spread across the Conservatory Courtyards, Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden, and Grand Mallway. Don’t miss out on exploring the remarkable animal kingdom brought to life through the artistry of plant topiaries. The exhibit is available until September 10th, 2023.
Indulge in the delights of the Conservatory Farmers Market, a vibrant gathering that takes place every Wednesday from 3:30-6:30 pm until September 27th, 2023 . This bustling market showcases a diverse array of offerings from local vendors, ensuring a delightful experience for all. Explore the bountiful selection of locally sourced produce, baked goods, and an array of handmade items that showcase the creativity of the community. But that’s not all! The Farmers Market also has something special for the little ones. Kids can actively participate in Veggie Champs, a weekly activity designed to encourage healthy eating habits. By engaging in this fun activity, children earn veggie bucks that can be redeemed for their favorite goodies at the market. So, bring your appetite, support local vendors, and let the Conservatory Farmers Market become your weekly destination for fresh, delicious finds and family-friendly fun.
Steve Harrison, a resident photographer, has documented the culture and happenings of Franklin Park throughout the span of fifty years. Through his skilled lens, he has captured the essence of this vibrant community, immortalizing its gatherings, historical milestones, and cherished moments that highlight the deep-rooted significance of Franklin Park. A collection of these photographs will be showcased in the Cardinal Health Gallery, allowing visitors to reminisce and appreciate the impact of this remarkable place. Adding to the ambiance, visitors will also be treated to jazz music by an array of local talents, including Waves de Aché, Dave Powers, Tony Monaco, Bobby Floyd, and fo/mo/deep. This gallery will be open until November 11th, 2023.
Awesome Entertainment offers an extensive menu of amusement and recreational activities, performers, concession rental and a complete range of event and party planning services for special occasions.
Our award-winning company has been creating events since 1996. We understand the importance of quick responses, respecting budgets and getting details right — the first time — for your special events and functions.
We help give each client special attention to create uniquely AWESOME events.
We are proud to be Columbus, Ohio’s largest event rental and party planning company. And yes, we do travel all around Ohio and the surrounding states!
Awesome Entertainment & Party Rentals offers the largest selection of amusement attractions, entertainers, hands on activities and quality party characters. From fire eaters, magicians, party characters, balloon twisters, stilt walkers, carousel, casino equipment, foam parties, inflatable games to bumper cars — and everything in between — we will keep you and your guests entertained!
Take a look around our website and choose the party rentals and live entertainment that will make your event unique. And don’t forget the party essentials — tents, chairs, tables, coolers or heaters. We can even roll out our red carpet for your guests!
If you don’t see something awesome you’d like to rent, just ask us. If it’s awesome, we can most likely special order it for you!
Create a memorable party experience where guests are immersed in interactive cooking lessons that take on an uproariously fun flair that your child will never forget. Choose from a variety of fun and tasty party themes with hands on cooking for kids ages 4-16! Mention promo code MOMBLOG for $20 off your next private party.
Where else can your child leave the house for a few hours and come home with gained culinary skills, new friendships, original YCA recipes, and memories to utilize and last a lifetime? You got it, only at Young Chefs® Academy! Camp Can-I-Cook is scheduled according to local school schedules and are available during holiday breaks, scheduled school closings, and of course summer break!
Do you want new ways to make parenting easier? Do you want tips for things that actually work? Our free, online parenting workshops can help! Get one-on-one parenting strategies and support and workshops on dealing with disobedience, managing fighting and aggression and developing good bedtime routines. Contact us at [email protected] or by calling 614-355-8099 for more information.
Inspire your creativity with a visit to Columbus Museum of Art for special exhibitions, events, and the JPMorgan Chase Center for Creativity.
Stile Salon and Spa is a full service, luxury boutique day spa and salon located at Easton. Our convenient location will allow you to add to your shopping and dining experience at Easton or squeeze in some time for you while running errands. We are professionally trained and licensed in the latest spa and styling techniques for men, women, and children. Our highly skilled staff is trained to create the most enjoyable experience for you. Stile offers several salon and spa packages to pamper you or as a gift to someone special. Whether your visit is only a few minutes or a day, your experience will be a pleasure.
Brassica, the Columbus restaurant known for its delicious sandwiches and salads inspired by Eastern Mediterranean cuisine will be opening in the South District in late Summer 2021.
At Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids, we know that kids and parents want something different with their haircut experience. So we provide it all: a superior haircut with warm, experienced stylists in a meticulously clean place filled with fun! Kids can sit in a Dodge Police Cruiser, Frozen Jeep, Fire Engine, or a Corvette while watching their favorite cartoons or Netflix, Hulu or Disney! Every hair cut comes with a hair wash, blow dry, nail painting, a removable tattoo, a lollipop and a balloon! In addition, every kid gets a free Dippin’ Dots ice cream after a haircut until Labor Day.
The Escape Game is a live 60-minute adventure! Start by picking your theme – from a 1950’s prison to deep space, or even a classic art heist – then team up to follow clues, solve puzzles, and complete your mission in under 60 minutes! Our games provide a unique hands-on experience, designed for families, friends, couples, corporate groups, and anyone else looking for an elevated unplugged adventure! Can’t play in person? Try playing one of our experiences virtually!
The Cap City menu follows suit with recognizable favorites like meatloaf receiving unexpected and delightful upscale twists, alongside trendier chef-driven dishes with big flavors. Desserts at this Cameron Mitchell Restaurant are retro cool, taste better than you remember and are showstopper sized.
Additional Locations in Grandview and Dublin!
Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Gahanna, Ohio. Our physicians are board-certified plastic surgeons that offer cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast and body, including breast augmentation and reduction, breast lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, and body contouring after weight loss. They specialize in breast reconstruction using advanced microsurgical techniques of tissue transfer and perforator-based flaps such as the DIEP flap, SIEA flap, GAP flap, TUG flap, and PAP flap.
Easton is known for both its quality of place and people. Located in Columbus, Ohio, it is both a premiere and eclectic mix of nearly 200 shopping, dining and entertainment venues. And because it serves as both an avid member and supporter of local community events and causes, it has organically evolved over the years to reflect the local pride, passion and diversity of people interests that is unique to central Ohio.
Whether you are local or just visiting, you will feel right at home.
Host your child’s next party, Gymboree Play and Music style! Our private birthday party experience includes activities on our play equipment, parachute time, bubbles and so much more for children 1-5 years of age! Parties start at $220 for members and $270 for non-members for 90 minutes of private party fun for up to 15 children. Party packages include invitations, paper products, setup and cleanup. Additional party options are available. Book your special party today by calling us at 614-414-7265.