Ithaca Community Childcare Center is open from 7:30am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. Full or part-time options are offered for children from eight weeks to school age.
Infant
Babies eight weeks to 18 months rely on their teachers to meet their needs. Developing trust and an ability to form positive attachments are important needs of an infant. Primary care giving is part of our infant program, which offers infants greater opportunity to form stronger attachments with their teachers and to move through their development with the ability to trust others and form relationships. (More)
Toddler
From 18 months through three years old, movement between dependence and independence is the dance of the toddler. Teachers support and encourage these young learners to explore and experience the world around them. Our teachers support the children as they assert their independence, experiment with socializing, acquire a larger language base and learn new skills. (More)
Pre-K
Children between three and five years old are gaining greater understanding of the people and places around them. They are learning to form relationships with peers, are practicing social rules, and are inquiring about the workings of things they see, hear, and feel. Our teachers guide these young learners through socially acceptable interactions and offer them a variety of learning experiences. (More)
After School
Children in grades K through five enjoy safe, fun activities between end-of-school and 5:30pm. After School is all about fun! Children are given the opportunity to relax and unwind after a structured day at school. They are offered clubs to participate in, games to try out, and arts and crafts to experiment with. Our counselors are on hand to monitor their safety, engage them in activities, and guide them through new experiences and challenges. (More)
Summer Camp
Summer camp is designed for children entering Kindergarten through third grade. Arts and crafts, games, swimming and more make the summertime more fun! Campers are actively engaged in exploring weekly themes, such as everyday science, community helpers, food fun and so much more. Field trips, entertainers, weekly pool trips, and our great counselors enhance all campers’ experiences! (More)
IC3 at Kendal
Our intimate program for infants and toddlers offers continuity of care and primary care giving plus the experience of interacting with senior adults who live at Kendal of Ithaca! The intergenerational component of this program allows the children to have positive interactions with Kendal residents; both planned and unplanned interactions enhance this intergenerational program! (More)
