About

Nurturing Tomorrow, One Child at a Time

The Mission of Newman Childcare & Preschool

Newman Childcare and Preschool is a six-week to twelve-year-old childcare and preschool program that welcomes all children and families. Our children are provided care in a nurturing environment that focuses on the individual child. Our Newman Childcare and Preschool staff are committed to providing peace of mind to parents by offering quality care, enriched development, and positive life experiences for their children.

The philosophy of Newman Childcare Center is rooted in a set of strongly held beliefs. We believe that each child is a unique individual, and that success in our program comes from the dedication of our staff. We are committed to providing a physical environment that is safe, clean, healthy, and oriented toward children, paired with a positive approach to discipline. Above all, we believe that parents are the most significant adults in a child's life.

Since 1986, our center has provided the highest quality childcare and early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

Hours and Availability

Open five days a week, year-round, from 6:15 am. to 6:00 pm. We are closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, and Christmas Day.

Care and Curriculum

Each age group is supervised by a dedicated Unit Leader, along with trained staff. Children enjoy supervised rest periods along with "early riser" activities for those who wake early, as well as appealing, nutritious meals and snacks that follow Federal Food Program guidelines.

Facilty and Safety

Our center is a safe, well-equipped, air-conditioned facility with outdoor playground areas. For added security, the building is locked at all times — parents are given an individual code for entry, while visitors without a code must buzz in. All staff are CPR and First Aid certified.

Programs

Infant Care (6 weeks – 2 years)

State-approved staff-to-child ratio, with formula and baby food provided. Children engage in developmentally appropriate activities using age-suited equipment.

Toddlers (2 years – Kindergarten)

A developmentally appropriate curriculum supporting social and emotional growth, language skills, and large and fine motor development. Children enjoy educational books and toys, hands-on art and science experiences, and benefit from ongoing parent/staff communication.

Before and After School Program

Located at Newman Elementary, with hours

from 6:15 am until school starts and after school until 6 pm. Care is also provided during Wednesday early outs, days when school is not in session, weather delays, and cancellations, with supervised play and a focus on character development.

Summer Program (TK – 12 years)

A supervised, all-day play and activity program throughout the summer months, featuring field trips, arts and crafts, and transportation to swimming lessons through the Parks & Recreation Department.

Preschool

The purpose of Preschool is to help each child grow in the following ways:

Personal & Social Development

Develop a sense of responsibility, recognize the rights of others, and gain confidence and independence.

Health & Physical Development

Acquire habits of good health and develop motor control and dexterity.

Language & Academic Readiness

Build language skills, develop a foundation in numbers, reading, and language arts, and express ideas clearly.

Creativity & Exploration

Enjoy music, stories, and poems, and widen students' horizons.

Kindergarten Readiness

Prepare students for a successful transition into TK or Kindergarten

Creative Curriculum

Creative Curriculum is a research-based, play-centered approach that helps children learn through exploration, discovery, and meaningful hands-on experiences.

Teachers create engaging learning opportunities based on children’s interests and individual developmental needs.

Through purposeful play, children build important skills in language, literacy, math, science, social-emotional development, and physical development.

This approach encourages curiosity, creativity, independence, and confidence while preparing children for future success in school and beyond.

STAFF

Our team includes 50 full-time and 10 part-time employees, who have10 in-service training hours per year. Staff training includes CPR and First Aid certification, safe environment, (sexual abuse awareness training), Mandatory Reporting training, Iowa HHS Essentials training, and ongoing education in child development, infant development, nutrition, early literacy, health and safety, and guidance and discipline.

We are licensed by HHS and are a Level 3 IQ4K Center.

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(641) 423-0168