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Our Program

Every child is supported, inspired, and given the opportunity to soar!

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where little minds soar

Our dedicated team of experienced educators use a research-based curriculum with hands-on activities & experiences to encourage creativity, social development, and academic readiness.

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We care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years and offer full-time, part-time, and drop-in care.

our philosophy

We believe children learn best through play, imagination, and structure. At Cardinal Academy, we provide top-quality child care with a highly-developed preschool program and supportive before and after school program.

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We strive to prepare each child for kindergarten and beyond through planned, theme-based activities in: Fine & Gross Motor, Science, Math, Literacy, Social, Emotional, Creative Arts, and Inclusion of All/Diversity. We focus on helping each child grow into a well-round individual through a breadth of experiences.

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building confidence

We believe in building a strong foundation for lifelong success, where every child is supported, inspired, and given the opportunity to soar!

meals & snacks

Breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack are included in tuition and prepared with care in our licensed commercial kitchen. 

 

Children enjoy an unhurried and tasty meals, in their classrooms, together at daily scheduled times. We provide nutritionally-balanced meals and snacks in accordance with state standards and use fresh and organic ingredients whenever possible.

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Discuss any specialized dietary needs at enrollment.

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transportation

We offer transportation, included in tuition, to & from many nearby schools including Dayton Christian, Centerville's Primary Village North & South and Cline, Normandy, and Stingley Elementaries, as well as Miamisburg's Medlar-Lang Preschool and Medlar View Primary.

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Children are securely transported by our team in our well-maintained vehicles according to all laws and regulations.

special events

Events and celebrations make memories for everyone!​

  • Holiday celebrations

  • Family picnics

  • AppleFest

  • Seasonal classroom celebrations​

  • Parents Day and Grandparents Day events

  • Parents Night Out (evening care)

  • Teacher bulletin board contests

Cardinal Academy Summer Camp Program holds even more special events!

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connected to families

Using the all-in-one Brightwheel app allows us to keep family members connected to their child and the Cardinal Academy team throughout the day with messaging, photos, daily insights, and more.

In Washington Township:
1489 Old Spring
Valley Court
Dayton, OH 45458

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In Germantown:
2363 Dayton Germantown Pike
Germantown, OH 45327

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