Dayna Nix, Center Director
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open:
Elementary Schools Bussed To:
All other Medina District Schools, **except for Waite**
All Buckeye School District and St. Francis
Our center is accredited by NAEYC.
Welcome to South Medina KinderCare
Welcome to South Medina KinderCare in Ohio! Conveniently located near North Court Street, our nurturing staff and well-structured curriculum will help you and your family transition into our school stress-free. Our center offers interactive learning activities such as dramatic play, child-initiated discovery, and arts and crafts. We build a supportive environment for all children regardless of their experiences, backgrounds, and abilities. We love our circle of families and meeting new friends!
Our classrooms are places to thrive!
In our safe and healthy classrooms, your child will be engaged in learning experiences that meet them where they are, both socially and academically. With fun daily activities, passionate teachers, and great friends, a lifetime of confidence starts here. Contact the center director to learn more about our child care options and schedule a tour!
Meet Dayna Nix, Our Center Director
At KinderCare Since: 2019
Education: Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree
Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree
Meet Dayna Nix! She is the Center Director at South Medina KinderCare in Ohio. Dayna attended Cleveland State University, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She has been with KinderCare since 2019 and has worked in childcare for over 14 years. Every day, Dayna looks forward to providing a nurturing learning environment where children build confidence for life. “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt. Outside of work, Dayna enjoys playing baseball and cheering on her favorite team with her family.
AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED
We’re so proud!
Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited - nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference, and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.
SCHOOL-READY
What Learning Looks Like
Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
South Medina KinderCare Programs
Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)
Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and ready to explore their world.
Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)
Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.
Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)
This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them get used to a more structured school setting.
Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)
This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step: kindergarten!
Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)
When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language, math, science, Spanish, and social skills.
Before- and After-School Programs (5–12 Years)
You can count on us to provide reliable care for your school-ager while you’re at work, with safe transportation from our center to your child’s school and back! Whether your child wants to start a drama club, build a volcano, or create a comic book, they will have a place to follow their dreams. Your child will start and end the day with a whole lot of fun!
School Break Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Winter break, spring break, summer break—when school’s out (but you still need to work), you can count on KinderCare to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that’s focused on fun. We welcome children ages 5–12 during school break times and make sure they have a sensational, screen-free experience they won’t forget.
Learning Adventures - Enrichment Program
Cooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)
In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication, and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!
Phonics Adventures® (2 – 4 Years)
Learning how to read is a whole lot of fun at KinderCare! We help kids grow to love books and words (and get ready for kindergarten) in our Phonics Adventures program. From discovering the basics of vowels to practicing poetry, kids learn all about letters and sounds in small-group lessons made just for their age group. (Bonus: Kids who attend our phonics program are more prepared than their peers for school—and we have the data to prove it.)
Spanish
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 to develop vocabulary and conversation skills. Curriculum includes lessons on greetings, numbers, colors, animals, family, body parts, and pets, as well as how to engage conversationally during common scenarios at home, a restaurant, or at the zoo.
Tutoring
Our Teachers
We're the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent. Being a great educator isn't enough though. KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply, we love our teachers and your child will, too.
Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!
A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH
An Artist's Heart
"My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.
We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We're so proud to have been named one of Gallup's 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award. When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience an amazing place to learn and grow.
Family Stories
Don't take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center!
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All three of my children have attended KinderCare over the past 9 years. I have known Lori Monday for almost all those years. Lori is a very caring individual ~ not only with my own children, but with all the children at the center. There isn’t a day that I don’t walk into the building and Lori is greeting myself or the other parents with a ‘hello’ and a warm, cherry smile. I have seen her give a child a hug doing their best and also give a child a hug when they weren’t. Even during those times, I have overheard her talking to the child hoping they realize what they did wrong, never in a harsh way, but more of a disappointed tone to help guide the child to make better choices in the future. I think she realizes they just need some loving attention. She is very attentive making sure the kids have the best experience possible while at the daycare ~ everything from fun field trips to very educational programs, which as a working mom, I appreciate more than I could express. She even verbally invites families to all of the extra activities they have during the holidays, just in case someone missed reading a sign, so they don’t miss out on the fun. I think she hires and manages a very caring staff ~ which has made my children’s experience at KinderCare something that I will truly miss when they no longer have to attend. We have become part of the KinderCare family because of Lori and her staff, who wish to run a center in the best interest of the children. -Jill S.
”Sue - KinderCare Parent
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“Having our children enrolled at KinderCare is one of the best choices we’ve made for them. The staff is caring and want nothing but the best for our children. Since attending KinderCare we’ve seen an increase in their academic skills. Our children enjoy attending KinderCare and often ask to go in on days off. They talk about new things they’ve learned, songs that have been sung, and books that have been read.
”Ide Family - KinderCare Parent
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I love how sometimes when I pick up my kids that they do not want to leave because they are having fun. The teachers at KinderCare love my kids, you can feel it. My kids are always coming home with new things they learn, and to me that shows a lot about the wonderful people that work here. We all love our KinderCare and the staff that makes it a great place.
”Tia T. - KinderCare Parent
Who Are KinderCare Families?
They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life. What our families have in common, though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.
Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.
A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A
Home in Houston
Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure. Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditations does KinderCare have?
We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.
Do you offer part-time schedules at South Medina KinderCare?
Everybody’s schedule is different. We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.
How does naptime work at South Medina KinderCare?
Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on "10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap" to learn more.
Do you support alternative diets?
We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.
Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?
We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds. If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we'll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.