Hours
Monday 5:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 5:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 5:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 5:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 5:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Columbus amenities
  • HighReach Learning Curriculum
  • Breast Feeding Lounge
  • USDA Approved Free Meals & Snacks
  • Keyless Entry Building Access for Added Safety
  • Free Georgia Pre-K Program
  • Personalized, Performance-Boosting Math Program
  • Secure, HD Cameras in Every Classroom
Columbus transportation
  • Clubview Elementary
  • Lonnie Jackson
  • Gentian Elementary
  • Reese Road Elementary
  • Rigdon Elementary
  • Dawson Elementary
  • Wynnton Road Elementary

SCHOOL DIRECTOR
Leslie Thornton
ABOUT

Hello! I would like to personally welcome you all to our wonderful preschool in Columbus, GA. My name is Leslie Thornton and I am the Center Director. I have worn many hats during my time at Childcare Network including Teacher and Assistant Director. We're excited to continue offering the Columbus families a reliable and safe environment for their children to learn and grow in. My goal is for every child and family to receive the highest level of quality care to help our children on their way to becoming independent as well as successful in life. Our schools strive for our families to receive support and understanding along their journey as well as form great connections between the children, families, teachers and the community.


Columbus Child Care Programs

Bright Baby: Infants
Our infant program accepts children beginning at 6 weeks. We give your baby the love and attention they deserve through interactive experiences developing mind and body alike. The curriculum includes one-on-one activities like sign-language, puppets, music, books and even yoga.
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Smart Steps: Infants + Toddlers
We channel the natural curiosity of toddlers into a higher level of understanding through experiences with blocks, music, creative play and more - all promoting positive social interaction and language acquisition!
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Ready-2-Learn: Toddlers + Twos
Our curriculum for children in the toddlers and twos class fosters the critical relationship building that occurs at this age, supporting intellectual and social development. Teachers emphasize daily routines and social interaction through family-style meals and other small group activities.
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Pre-Kindergarten Prep Academy: Preschool
Our literacy-rich environment prepares your child for their first day of school. Classrooms are divided into learning centers, encouraging your child to learn new skills through self-selected, hands-on activities.
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Kindergarten Prep Academy: Pre-K
Focused on preparing your children to begin Kindergarten the next year, our Pre-K classrooms focus on math, literacy, science and communication skills. Our teachers assess each child’s development throughout the year, to help guide planning, teaching, and partnerships with parents.
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Young Achievers: School-Aged Children up to 12 years
Our before and after school program provides children daily experiences in math, science, language, and art as well as outdoor time to run and play. Transportation to and from school provided.
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Adventure Summer Camp
Our STEAM-focused curriculum incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics, and is designed to inspire curiosity and creative problem-solving for our school-aged students.
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About Childcare Network's Early Learning Center in Columbus

Located at 3009 University Avenue, Childcare Network in Columbus provides the foundation for children to move from infancy through elementary school and beyond as confident, lifelong learners. At our schools, children are encouraged and guided in order to thrive. Our curriculum covers all areas of development, including important social and emotional skills with activities that combine learning and fun to create happy, curious kids.

Our dedicated staff and safe learning environments make our schools one of the best places to learn and grow. We are committed to fostering your child’s development alongside your family and providing a safe space for children to learn and grow within the Columbus community. Schedule a tour today to experience everything our programs have to offer!


Build a Big Career at Childcare Network

At Childcare Network, we offer you the opportunity to create an exciting career while helping children learn, grow, and reach their potential. Working with children is a big responsibility, but the rewards are even bigger. From the moment you join our team, you'll be given the tools and training you need to become successful. With free access to online training and education assistance to pursue your degree, we are truly committed to helping our employees grow their careers as far as their ambition takes them.


Safety Policies

General Preventative Measures

In all of our schools, we will consistently and diligently follow COVID-19 general preventative measures and we encourage you and your families to do the same.


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