McKinley Early Childhood Center - Canton, Ohio

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We Just Moved to a New Location!

...plus the benefits of being a McKinley Member

How do I get to the new location?

Our new building is right down the road from our current location. We are located on Cherry Ave. in downtown Canton, directly across from Fisher's. We are in the old (but newly remodeled!) Canton City Schools preschool building.

Address: 1350 Cherry Ave NE, Canton, Ohio 44714   view larger map

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McKinley Services

Hours and Ages Served

We offer programs designed to develop children from 6 weeks old thru 12 years old.

We have extended operating hours Monday thru Friday, 6:00am to 11:30pm, catering to parents who work either a daytime or an evening shift.

Infants

Our teachers specialize in providing a warm, nurturing environment for all infants. We strive to provide your infant with a schedule that will help transition them into toddlerhood. All of the essentials (wipes, formula, baby food, love) are provided. Tummy time, arts and crafts, singing, and reading promote motor skills and language development.

Toddlers

The toddler classroom is potty training central! With your help, our teachers take the time to make sure the children are mastering the art of pottying on their own. Themed lesson plans help incorporate art, science, music, math, and language development in the classroom. Basic concepts involving shapes, colors, numbers, and letters are introduced at this level. It is our goal to send our toddlers to preschool with a foundation for learning.

Preschool

Our preschool is designed to get your child ready for school! Our curriculum uses creative themes, hands-on activities, and music to teach young children while our structured environment promotes writing, language development, math skills, and science concepts. Preschool children will also gain confidence in areas such as colors, shapes, numbers, and letter recognition. Art, dramatic play, and discussions are utilized to encourage children to work and think creatively. We strive to develop the children's imaginations, reasoning skills, and self-confidence by emphasizing creative problem solving. The emphasis is on the learning process, not on whether something is done right or on time. It is our goal to use these concepts as a foundation to prepare your children for kindergarten.

School-Age Program

We offer a before- and after-school program that is a fun and exciting experience for the children, but still makes homework a priority. Your child will have the opportunity to take part in playing the Nintendo Wii, join in a basketball game, or even relax on the couch. We currently provide FREE transportation to and from many surrounding schools. Contact us for a complete list.

Summer Program

Our school age summer program is guaranteed to offer your child a fun-filled and exciting summer. The children get to enjoy three field tips per week, all FREE! CiCi's Pizza, The Great Lakes Science Center, Roller Skating, and the Cleveland Zoo are just a few of the places the children get to enjoy. On top of this, your child will get to participate in activities around the center. Pizza parties, water day, and video game tournaments are held frequently for your child to enjoy!

Outdoor Play

Our Outdoor space is designed to give children a fun and safe place to play outside while attending our center. Outdoor space is equipped with a jungle gym, basketball hoop, tricycles, jump ropes, and much more!

Reward Programs

Referral Program

We have a referral program in place to show our appreciation for your involvement. Your positive comments about our center at work, school, and throughout the community really mean a lot to us.

For referring a family to our center, you and the family you refer will receive up to $200 in cash cards!

Appreciation Drawings

Multiple times each year, we draw child names based on attendance and give the winning parents gas cards, cash cards, and gift cards to retail establishments, such as Wal-Mart. Additionally, we have a large holiday give-away during the Christmas season.

Rates and Financial Aid

Job & Family Services

We are strong supporters of Job and Family Services’ childcare program, which pays a portion of childcare, depending upon income eligibility. This program has enabled families to work and/or go to school while having quality, affordable childcare.

Private Rates

Please contact us for current private rates.