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Foster Healthy Independence Through Preschool

Independence is a foundational, essential character trait in any work environment. While children rarely need to be taught independence, it needs to be cultivated appropriately in order to be beneficial. Daycare is a wonderful environment to foster healthy independence! In a daycare setting, children in a daycare setting don’t have their parents or other relatives …

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3 Communication Skills Your Child Learns at Daycare

As children grow from babies to toddlers to preschoolers, their communication grows exponentially. However, their environment plays a huge role in the development of their communication. Children who are in a stable and supportive environment with peers and teachers have the best chances of excelling in communication. At Bright Start Louisville, we nurture each child’s …

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Consistency and Child Development

Consistency is one of the most important aspects of parenting. Although they may push back, children feel secure and safe when they know their routine, boundaries, and expectations. A predictable schedule and relationships help them appropriately internalize, rehearse and repeat behaviors, which fosters maturity. While stay-at-home parents may boast about their relaxed schedule, this is …

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How To Make Your First Parent-Teacher Meeting Successful

No matter your child’s age, visiting your child’s classroom before their first day of daycare can be helpful for easing drop-off jitters. Letting your child see their classroom space, meet their teacher, and observe their classmates help your child visualize their day. One of the most important relationships to establish in their classroom is with …

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What is CCAP?

Regardless of parental income, every child deserves access to quality childcare. There are several financial assistance programs available to qualifying families. One program is the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). What is CCAP? The Kentucky Division of Child Care started CCAP so children could receive quality child care while their parents work. The low-income families …

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