Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Sunbury. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Great Beginnings Learning Center is a well-established, Ohio DJFS-licensed childcare center at 36 Harrison St in Sunbury, operating since 2012 and serving infants through school age. The center employs the Learning Beyond Paper curriculum with social-constructivist and STEAM approaches, complemented by the Read It Again! literacy program aligned with Ohio developmental standards, and operates extended hours (6:30 AM to 6:00 PM) with an on-site indoor gym to support working families. Age-based programs include infant through Pre-K classes, before and after school care, and summer programming, while a parent review highlights genuine engagement with children's learning. As a SUTQ-rated provider emphasizing strong family relationships in a nurturing environment, the center builds on established community trust across over a decade of operation.
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: Uses the "Learning Beyond Paper" curriculum (infants to Pre-K 4) with social-constructivist and STEAM approaches, peer-based activities, and differentiated instruction via tablets. Incorporates the "Read It Again!" language and literacy program and is aligned with Ohio developmental and content standards.
Programs & activities: Age-based programs for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and PreK, plus Before & After School care and a Summer Adventurers summer program. Facility includes a large indoor gym.
What sets it apart: Operating hours 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Emphasizes a safe, nurturing environment and strong relationships with families. A separate tuition rates page exists; no accreditations listed on the page.
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