Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Celina. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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AlphaBEST @ Celina Primary is an after-school program in Celina, Texas with strong operational credentials. The center has zero high-severity deficiencies on its HHSC record, accepts child care subsidies, maintains an intimate licensed capacity of 30, and offers rich daily enrichment including coding, robotics, art, drama, language instruction (Spanish, Mandarin, Sign Language), fitness, and maker activities. Operating hours are 2:30–6:30 PM with weekly tuition of $63–$89 depending on days and age group; snacks are included, staff are certified with background checks and CPR/first aid training, and inclusion support is available for children with special needs. Sibling and free/reduced-lunch-participant discounts further enhance affordability.
Safety9.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care2.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Daily enrichment activities include coding, robotics, art, drama, Spanish, Mandarin, Sign Language, fitness and sports, and engineering/maker activities. Homework help and student-choice clubs are provided.
Programs & activities: Enrichment programs in coding, robotics, art, drama, language instruction, fitness, sports, and maker activities offered daily at no additional cost. Snacks and recreation included.
What sets it apart: After-school program with tuition ranging from $63-$89/week depending on days and age group. Licensed staff with background checks and CPR/first aid certification. Inclusion support for special needs. State child care subsidies available. Sibling discounts (10%) and free/reduced lunch participant discounts (20%) offered.
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