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AboutĀ Calvary Daycares Near Me
Calvary daycares and preschools can be a great fit for children from a wide variety of backgrounds, but they are especially well suited to those of the Calvary faith. A prominent figure in the evangelical movement and one of the largest protestant associations in the United States, Calvary Chapel (the official church name) avoids labeling itself a denomination because its churches are all self-governing. This means that the curriculum in Calvary preschools might look slightly different for each particular parish, but the association as a whole is consistent on doctrine. Regardless of their differences, all Calvary churches practice vibrant worship, systematic Bible study, and a missionary approach to Christianity. The Bible will thus always play an important part in all Calvary child care and preschools programs, along with a focus on preaching the "absolute truth of God's Word". While these factors can make Calvary daycare centers excellent options for families from many protestant denominations, non-religious parents might not find them to be a good fit. That being said, like many Christian daycares and preschools, Calvary Chapel has a welcoming attitude towards people of all faiths. Parents open to this kind of religious teaching approach will likely find Calvary daycares to be wonderful environments for their young children. Calvary preschools are also often less expensive than secular early childhood education programs, and some even offer sliding scale tuition programs to help families afford what can be one of the most expensive aspects of raising a child. No matter the specifics of their curriculum, Calvary child care centers will always emphasize strong moral values consistent with a Christian upbringing, while also offering developmentally appropriate activities comparable to those in secular child development centers. Many children thrive in consistent environments, and parents agreeing with the moral tenets of Calvary Chapel can be assured that their children will receive consistent reinforcement of those values.
Recent Reviews for Calvary Daycares
North Hills Little Playhouse, Silver Spring
"Our son has been at this daycare for around four months and so far we have had a great experience. she plans lots of activities for the kids including dress up days for Halloween" Read More
Adelphi Heights Children's Place, Silver Spring
"We love this Family Child Care! They treat our daughter like she is family. We have been so happy with our decision on having her go to daycare here. We hope all our future" Read More
Frequently Asked Questions
How many daycares and preschools are there in the US?
There are over 200,00 licensed daycare and preschool programs on CareLuLu. In the US, there are over 800,000 child care businesses but most are not licensed.
How much does daycare cost in the US?
The average cost of daycare in the US is $9,649/year. The lowest price is $2,813/year (home daycare in Mississippi) and the most expensive is $23,666/year (child care center in Washington DC).
How many daycares offer infant care in the US?
Based on CareLuLu data, 60% to 70% of daycares offer infant care. This includes licensed home daycares and child care centers.
How many daycares and preschools offer part-time or drop-in care in the US?
Based on CareLuLu data, 40% of daycares offer part-time care or drop-in. This includes home-based and center-based child care and preschool programs.
How many daycares and preschools teach a foreign language in the US?
Based on CareLuLu data, 30% of daycares teach a foreign language. Most common languages include Spanish, French, Arabic, Hindi / Urdu, Korean.
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