Inspiring Growth Through Play & Discovery

Nurturing Young Minds Through Hands-on Learning, Creativity, and Exploration in a Supportive, Family-Like Environment

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A Nurturing Start for Every Child

At Tinker Town Learn and Play Center, we embrace a whole-child approach to learning, fostering intellectual, social-emotional, and behavioral growth in a safe and nurturing environment.

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Whole-Child Approach

At Stepping Stones Children's Academy, we embrace a whole-child approach to learning, fostering intellectual, social-emotional, and behavioral growth in a safe and nurturing environment.

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Experienced & Caring Team

Our dedicated team of experienced educators is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive. We are committed to building strong relationships with families while providing the care, guidance, and encouragement each child deserves.

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We accept Urban League

The Urban League offers valuable resources and support to help families.  Through financial assistance, family support programs, and community resources, the Urban League helps ensure children have the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed in a safe and nurturing environment.

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A Learning Experience Rooted in Care

We harness children's natural curiosity to introduce foundational skills in math, reading, and critical thinking. Our whole-child approach ensures that every child receives the intellectual, social-emotional, and behavioral support they need to thrive.

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We're looking for dedicated educators who are passionate about shaping young minds in a supportive, community-focused environment. If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!

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Testimonials

My child has been attending Michael Way for a little over a year now. Her growth and progress have been above average. Kali’s favorite teachers are Ms. Bianca and Ms. Paige, but she really loves everyone. I love this preschool, the staff treat my baby like family.

Desiree L.

My children have been enrolled at Stepping Stones 3 for about 2 ½ years. My son has learned a lot from the Wobblers to the Climbers. My children don’t really have favorite teachers because they are all great! Very informative, and the summertime perks are great!

Lanisha S.

My daughter has been attending Michael Way for more than three years now. Since then, she has learned so much so fast. She has learned how to paint, follow rules, and even be more friendly. She was so shy when she started, but now she has so many friends. My daughter is also bilingual now. We only speak Spanish at home, but because of her wonderful teachers like Ms. Catherine and Ms. Lisa, she also speaks English.

Arlith D.

My children have been attending Stepping Stones 1 for over a year. I am a current foster parent who has had six children attend this center. Each child who has attended has grown tremendously. I have felt very safe leaving my children in the care of Ms. Heather, Ms. Johnice & their staff. The children feel safe, loved, and enjoy attending the center daily. The children have learned social skills and academics during the times they attend.

Ruby S.

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All three of my sons have attended both of your locations over the last 8 years, and there’s nowhere else I’d take my children. Johnice has always been one of our favorites, greeting us each morning and helping in any way. They devote so much time to the kids, and my sons have advanced so much by going to daycare and preschool here. We love Stepping Stones!

Jasmyn W.

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My son Cairo has been attending Rancho del Norte since before he was one, and he’ll be 4 years old soon. He has learned simple people skills, as far as learning to be kind, gentle, and affectionate. Cairo has picked up on potty training, and I know credit has to go to Ms. Maria in the 2’s room for her dedication in helping us as a family, to continue the routine that only ended in success. Cairo’s social skills and development have progressed tremendously in the past few weeks, so much so that I often sit back and smile. I really enjoy bringing my child to this center because he continues to grow in positive ways, with him becoming a great citizen within his community. We truly love and respect all of the staff at our center.

Natasha J.

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