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KinderCare Learning Center in Portsmouth, New Hampshire was designed to meet the needs of high quality care for the children in the community. We pride ourselves on the wonderful relationships we have built with families throughout the last nine years. Many families have been with us through the care of all of their children here.
We offer a rich, nurturing environment with highly-engaged teachers who will help your child develop socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually. The curriculum we use develops the whole child with developmentally appropriate activities that introduce your child to new materials and new processes to keep learning fun!
Thank you for visiting the web site and we hope you will decide to tour our center and meet our wonderful teachers!. - Sherry Leach, Center Director

Programs Offered

• Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year)

  Infant Programs
  (6 Weeks–1 Year)

  Babies grow and learn every day. Our goal is to provide a safe and nurturing "home away from home" where babies can explore and make new discoveries. We know that learning through play is extremely valuable at this age and our Early Foundations® Infant program is designed to give babies the skills that will serve as the building blocks for a lifetime of learning.

• Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years)

  Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)

  As toddlers develop friendships, self-esteem, and curiosity, our Early Foundations® Toddler program will help them explore their world in a safe and nurturing environment. Our unique curriculum is based on the philosophy that children learn best through experiences. So each day is filled with fun activities that excite and develop toddlers, giving them the comfort and confidence to speak those first few important words, as well as make their first friends.

• Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years)

  Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)

  At this age, children are making new discoveries daily. And as two-year olds begin to exert their independence, our Early Foundations® Discovery Preschool program is prepared to open their eyes to a world of learning, sharing, and exploring. Our holistic approach in the classroom engages young minds with a blend of music, art, and movement, as well as the early education fundamentals they'll need as they continue on to preschool.

• Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years)

  Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)

  As preschoolers gain more self-esteem, they may feel ready to take on the world. Our Early Foundations® Preschool program enhances that confidence by providing activities to help children become problem solvers and lifelong learners. Through independent exploration, structured activities, and hands-on learning, children will work on early literacy, math, science, and social studies concepts. A healthy dose of running, jumping, and dancing keeps them active too.

• Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years)

  Prekindergarten Programs
  (4–5 Years)

  Prekindergartners are preparing for the adventure of a lifetime – school. And our Early Foundations Prekindergarten® program is designed to get them ready by teaching letters and words, math concepts, and valuable social skills. With small group instruction, independent play in an organized atmosphere, and whole-group activities, children will have all the right skills to hop, skip, and jump right into kindergarten.

• Private Kindergarten Programs
  (5–6 Years)

  Private Kindergarten Programs (5–6 Years)

  As children reach school age, our comprehensive full-day kindergarten program helps them explore, communicate, and create – all in a nurturing, small-class setting. Our team of expert educators has created a unique curriculum of reading, language, arts, math, science, and physical fitness that’s presented in a fun way to encourage a lifelong love of learning. Plus, our program is aligned with local and state elementary school standards, so children will be prepared to confidently enter first grade.

• Learning Adventures - Enrichment Programs
  • Cooking

    Cooking Adventures

    The Cooking Adventures program gives children opportunities to participate in fun, developmentally appropriate cooking experiences. They will learn about recipes, ingredients, cooking vocabulary, and the importance of a healthy diet. The curriculum includes lessons on picnics, pizza, and heart-healthy meals.

  • Math

    Math Adventures

    The Math Adventures enrichment program is designed to teach important mathematics concepts such as geometry, numbers, measurement, and probability. Your child will learn about length, height, and weight. He will learn about shapes and solids. He will learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and count money. Math is everywhere and giving your child every advantage now will add up to success later in life.

  • Music

    Music Adventures

    Ongoing research proves that early exposure to music helps children think, reason, create, and express themselves. Children will laugh and learn about rhythm, vocal melodies, and a variety of musical genres and instruments, which can lower stress and advance memory. Learning never sounded so good.

  • Phonics

    Phonics Adventures

    Set your child up for advanced success with literacy through phonics, the study of letters and sounds. Reader books, games, and activity cards help your child understand the basics of vowels and blending syllables, giving him confidence and command of language.

  • Spanish

    Spanish Adventures

    Spanish Adventures provides young learners with a foundation for later success with the Spanish language. Music, games, children's Spanish literature, and other tools give children multiple opportunities to hear, practice, and see Spanish language for vocabulary and conversational development. Curriculum includes lessons on greetings, numbers, colors, animals, family, body parts and pets as well as how to get engage conversationally during common scenarios at home, a restaurant, or at the zoo. Qué pasa?

• School Advisory Council Member
  

  School Advisory Council Member

  This school has been recognized as one of Knowledge Universe's best schools based on customer retention, and inducted as a member of the School Advisory Council. The Council provides KU a forum to learn from the best on how to continue to improve the education of your child.

• Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)

  Summer Programs

  Twelve fun and unique weeks of camp, all summer long! From May through August, KinderCare offers awesome camps for pre-school, pre-k, and school-age kids. It's a great place to bring friends, and to meet new ones! We offer flexible scheduling options to meet the needs of busy families like yours, so join us for all 12 weeks or as many weeks as you like.

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Languages Spoken

• English
• Spanish