Infant and Toddler
Infants and toddlers stay with familiar caregivers who follow each child's own rhythm for feeding and sleeping.
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Catholic early childhood education in Columbus for 30 years.
Ages two through five learn in a loving, structured place.
Request a visitThe essentials
- Ages
- ages two through five
- Hours
- Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:45 AM – 6:00 PM
A room for every age
Children move up room by room as they grow, from infant care through kindergarten.
Flexible Childcare & Kindergarten Before and After School Care
Before and after school care wraps around the kindergarten day, with time to settle in, play, and unwind.
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Totally Terrific Twos
Twos practice words, taking turns, and doing things themselves, with teachers close by for all of it.
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Preschool
Preschoolers work in small groups, build with blocks, paint, and learn to sit and listen together.
Explore PreschoolHow we see children
Children learn best in a loving, nurturing and structured environment. Our multifaceted curriculum weaves the state standards, the diocesan course of study, and the belief that children can learn beyond the normal expectations for their age when properly prepared and challenged. The Sisters of the Poor Child Jesus of the Netherlands first shaped this curriculum.
Rooms are arranged so a two-year-old can reach the blocks and a five-year-old can find the pencils. Teachers plan the day around the diocesan course of study and Ohio's early learning standards, then follow each child's pace. After lunch and recess, children in Totally Terrific Twos, Preschool and Pre-K rest from 12:45 to 2:15 pm.
Staff hold BCI and FBI background checks and attend Protecting God's Children. Volunteers complete a BCI check and the same training. Classes may be declared free of a food a child is severely allergic to, and staff give prescription medicine once health officials or parents complete the paperwork. Ask the office how these practices look day to day.
What a day looks like
Doors open at 6:45 am, and children arrive at different times through the morning. A teacher greets each child by name and helps them put their bag in a cubby. Some children go straight to a favorite toy. Others need a minute on a lap before they join the room. Teachers watch the mood of each arrival and give the quiet ones time.
The middle of the day is the busiest stretch. Children play, work in small groups, eat, and head outside for recess. After lunch, children in the Twos, Preschool, and Pre-K programs rest from 12:45 to 2:15. A quiet room, a cot or mat, and soft voices help even the ones who do not sleep recharge for the afternoon.
Afternoons are calmer. Children wake, have a snack, and return to play or finishing projects. Teachers tidy up alongside them, because putting blocks back is part of the day's work too. Pickup can stretch until 6:00 pm, so families arrive at different times and a teacher stays with every child until the last one is signed out and headed home.
How we work with families
At pickup, a teacher tells you one specific thing about your child's day, not a general report. You hear about the tower that finally stood up, or the friend your child sat with at lunch. If you have a question, teachers answer in person or through the school office. You can call 614-459-8285 or email test@oclqs.org and someone will get back with you quickly.
The first weeks are a gradual handover. You meet your child's teacher, share what soothes your child and what they can already do, then shorten or lengthen days as your child settles. Ask the office how drop-off works for your child's age.
How to join
- 01
Get in touch
Call 614-459-8285 or email test@oclqs.org. Tell us your child's age and the days you need. We will tell you what is open in your child's age group and set up a time to visit.
- 02
Tour the room
See the classroom your child would join and meet the teachers who run it. Ask anything you want about the day.
- 03
Enroll and settle in
Complete enrollment and plan a first week that suits your child's routine. We'll help you pick the best days to start.
Good questions to ask first
What are the hours?
Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:45 AM – 6:00 PM.
What ages do you take?
Children from ages two through five.
Can we visit before deciding?
Yes. A tour is the best way to see how a room runs and how teachers talk with children. Bring your child along so you can watch them move through the space.
What should my child bring on the first day?
For a first day, families usually pack a change of clothes in case of spills or water play. A comfort item from home can help a child settle at rest time. Please label everything with your child's name so it finds its way back.
Do you offer part-time or flexible schedules?
Schedules depend on your child's age group and what openings we have, so the office will confirm what is available for the days you need. Call or email with your child's age and your preferred days, and ask what fits.
What if there is no place right now?
If a place is not open right now, ask us to contact you when one comes up for your child's age. We will keep your information on file and reach out when a spot opens.
Come and see a day here
Come see a day here. Bring your child along and watch the rooms in action.
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