Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Bexley. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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childcare
Maryland Elementary offers after-school care through Bexley City Schools' BACPack program, located on-site at Maryland Elementary School in Bexley, serving school-age children during PM hours from dismissal until 6 pm. The program features scheduled activities including art, dramatic play, and large muscle games alongside educational support, with staff ratios maintained at 14:1. Enrollment is limited to Bexley School District students; the program also operates before-school care and off-school day care at two elementary sites.
Safety6.0
Curriculum5.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Programs & activities: Before-school (AM Care) and after-school (PM Care) care with scheduled activities such as art, dramatic play, and large muscle games, plus educational support. School's Off Camp's On (SOCO) program on non-school days.
What sets it apart: Staff ratio not exceeding 14:1. For Bexley School District students only. AM Care 7:00am until school starts; PM Care from school end until 6:00pm; SOCO 7:30am-5:30pm. Locations at Montrose and Maryland Elementary Schools.
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