Our Growth and Programs

Jade CDC began with a single childcare program in Canton and quickly expanded to include before- and after-school care for school-age students through Jade School Age Day Camp (SADC). Today, JCDC offers a wide range of services designed to support children at every stage of early learning and development.  Our programs encourage development in key areas, including:

• Intellectual development
• Social development, including communication skills
• Emotional development, including a positive self-concept
• Physical development, including large and small muscle skills

Child Care and Family Services

We offer classrooms for infants, toddlers, young preschoolers, Pre-A children age 3, and four GSRP classrooms that help prepare children for kindergarten. 

Our programs include nutritious meals and snacks throughout the day, including breakfast, lunch, and three snacks.

Parent Involvement and Seasonal Programs

JCDC also creates opportunities for parents to be involved and supported. Our active parent involvement committee meets twice with management to share ideas and strengthen the center community.  Twice a year, we also offer Parents’ Night Out, giving children the chance to stay after hours while parents take time to handle errands, appointments, or other responsibilities.

School Age Day Camp

For school-age children, JCDC provides before- and after-school care, including bus transportation to and from school.  Jade School Age Day Camp at Canton provides daily activities and positive relationships that support each child’s growth.

• Pre-K Camp for children ages 4 to 5

School Age Summer Camp for children ages 6 to 12

The Creative Curriculum Internet software offers play-based, child-centered activities based on the individual needs of each child. Jade CDC uses the Creative Curriculum to collaborate with parents, when it comes to your child’s ongoing development and classroom activities. Jade provides a private creativecurriculum.net account for each parent.

To read more on our comprehensive curriculum, take a tour of Creative Curriculum’s Parent Central. Now, let’s take a closer look at our offered child development programs so you can make the best decision for your child’s needs:

Infants

Our infant program is designed to meet the individual needs of each child. Our caring, attentive teachers will give you a daily report detailing your child’s day. The safe and sanitary environment will provide the ideal setting for your child to explore and learn about their surroundings. Of our child development programs, this one is essential for your child to become better acquainted with basics such as using the five senses.

Toddlers

Every day is bright and new in the Young Toddler Program! We provide a variety of opportunities for our young toddlers to use their endless energy, allowing them to develop their social and emotional skills. Our hands–on approach keeps inquisitive minds stimulated and interested in the interactive environment, which we believe is an essential component in any children’s enrichment program.

Young Preschool (YPS)

Older toddlers love to express their independence! Our experienced teachers will provide activities to strengthen your older toddler’s self-esteem, self-control, and problem solving skills. Beginning reading, math, and science experiences will help to prepare them for preschool.

3-year-Old Preschool

This age of discovery and mastery of early learner’s skills is enhanced by the program’s open ended curriculum. With the help of our Curriculum Specialist, our teachers combine and use the most up to date information and theories in early childhood education to nurture the developmental success of your child.

GSRP (Great Starts to Readiness Program) – Free to Qualifying Families  

School-Age

As they reach school age, children are encouraged to use their own problem-solving skills to guide them through their day. Teachers monitor behaviors and intervene when the children need a little more guided support. During the summer, we offer a summer camp that is theme-based every week, including two field trips related to that specific theme. In the fall, parents can use our bus service as they drop their children off at the center. Jade will transport them to school, as well as pick them up and bring them back to the center at the end of the school day.

During the school year, we provide a safe, enjoyable place for school-age children to go to before and after school. Educationally based, unique, exciting camps are planned to keep your child active during school breaks. The school-aged program is planned to spark interest in the community around them, express their creativity, build social skills, and enhance their educational development.