Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Wilmington. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Wilmington. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
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Erdman Early Learning Center Site B is a Head Start-affiliated program in Wilmington, Ohio, serving 85 children ages 3–5 during the 32-week academic year. The center meets federal Head Start guidelines with degreed teachers on staff and provides integrated services including education, nutrition, health, mental health, and transportation, with children in classroom activities for seven hours a day. Known for engaging families through community events and advocacy partnerships, Erdman prepares children for school success while supporting parents' involvement in their children's education. The program follows all federal and state regulations, though specific information on staff ratios, facility accreditations, or tuition assistance is not publicly documented.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Federal Head Start program (Erdman Head Start Center) following federal Head Start guidelines. Staffed by degreed teachers; mission is to engage families in advocacy, community partnerships, and child development to prepare children for success in school and life.
Programs & activities: Center-based services including education, nutrition, health, mental health, transportation, and social services. Children are in class 7 hours a day; parents receive information and are encouraged to become involved in their children's education.
What sets it apart: Serves 85 children ages 3-5, four days a week for 32 weeks per year. Follows all federal rules, Ohio Dept. of Education rules, and Ohio Dept. of Job and Family Services guidelines. No accreditations, tuition, meal details, security, or staff ratios stated.
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Best Infant Care
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