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A Bright Beginning Starts Here.

At Union Gap Childcare, children learn, play, and grow in a safe, caring, and educational environment. From first steps to first sight words, our teachers meet every child where they are — and families are part of the day, too.

  • Safe & Secure
  • Caring Teachers
  • Learning Through Play
  • Family Focused
Dramatic play area with dress-up costumes, play kitchen and shelves of toy vehicles
Cozy reading corner with a book display, easel, plush seats and alphabet and color posters
Art and science area with a child-height table, chairs and learning posters by the window
Nap cots stored neatly beside the restroom door and fire extinguisher in the classroom
Why Parents Choose Us

Care you can feel good about, every single day

Choosing childcare is a big decision. Here's what families tell us matters most — and what we work hard to get right.

Safe & Clean Environment

Secure entry, daily sanitizing routines, and classrooms kept tidy and child-proofed — in a safe neighborhood right next to the police department.

Experienced & Caring Staff

Teachers who know your child by name, greet them each morning, and celebrate every small milestone.

Age-Appropriate Learning

Every room follows a curriculum matched to that age group — never rushed, never watered down.

Nutritious Meals & Snacks

Balanced breakfasts, lunches, and snacks prepared on site, with allergy and dietary needs accommodated.

Fun Indoor & Outdoor Activities

Daily outdoor play, movement games, art, and hands-on projects that keep bodies and minds busy.

After-School Transportation

School-age children are picked up from local schools and brought safely to the center after the last bell.

Strong Parent Communication

Daily reports, photos, and an open door — you'll never wonder how your child's day went.

Our Programs

One caring space for every age and stage

Children of all ages learn together in our mixed-age setting, with activities tailored to each stage.

The Infants learning space at Union Gap Childcare
6 weeks – 12 months

Infants

Gentle, one-on-one care in a calm room built around your baby's own rhythm for feeding, sleeping, and play.

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The Toddlers learning space at Union Gap Childcare
12 months – 2 years

Toddlers

Safe exploration, first words, and lots of movement in a room designed for busy little hands and feet.

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The Preschool learning space at Union Gap Childcare
3 – 4 years

Preschool

Play-based learning that builds early literacy, numbers, and the social skills that make classrooms feel easy.

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The Pre-K learning space at Union Gap Childcare
4 – 5 years

Pre-K

A confident, well-prepared start to kindergarten with focused small-group learning and daily routines.

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The After-School Care learning space at Union Gap Childcare
5 – 13 years

After-School Care

A calm place to land after the school bell — homework help, snacks, and free transportation from local schools.

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Daily Rhythm

A Day at Union Gap Childcare

Predictable routines help children feel secure. Here's how a typical day flows — times shift slightly by age group.

  1. 5:00 – 8:30 AM

    Morning Arrival

    Warm greetings, breakfast, and quiet table activities.

  2. 8:30 – 10:00 AM

    Learning Activities

    Circle time, literacy, and small-group discovery.

  3. 10:00 AM

    Snack Time

    A healthy snack and a chance to catch our breath.

  4. 10:30 – 11:30 AM

    Outdoor Play

    Fresh air, climbing, running, and playground games.

  5. 11:45 AM

    Lunch

    A balanced meal shared together at the table.

  6. 12:30 – 2:30 PM

    Nap / Quiet Time

    Rest, soft music, and books for children who don't nap.

  7. 2:30 – 4:30 PM

    Creative Activities

    Art, music, building, and child-led free choice.

  8. 3:30 – 5:00 PM

    Afternoon Pickup

    A daily recap with your teacher as you head home.

Gallery

Moments from our days together

Learning, playing, creating, and sharing meals — a peek inside the center.

Dramatic play area with dress-up costumes, play kitchen and shelves of toy vehicles
Block area with labeled bins of building blocks, dinosaurs and a Lego play table
Cozy reading corner with a book display, easel, plush seats and alphabet and color posters
Art and science area with a child-height table, chairs and learning posters by the window
Quiet hallway area with folded nap cots, restroom access and a soft seating corner
Reading corner with a book rack, easel and plush bear-shaped floor seats under shape and alphabet posters
Block area shelf stocked with building blocks, dinosaurs and a Lego table under alphabet cards
Dramatic play corner with a dress-up rack, play washer, toy market stand and cleaning toys

Ready to Give Your Child a Bright Beginning?

Come see our rooms, meet the teachers, and ask us anything. Tours take about 30 minutes and there's never any pressure.