At our day care center in Cranston, RI, Learners to Leaders Academy proudly serves children six weeks through five years old, offering high-quality infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-K programs designed to support each stage of early development.

Our day care center in Cranston, RI operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Learners to Leaders Academy day care center in Cranston, RI follows all Rhode Island DHS regulations for classroom ratios:

- Infants: One teacher to four children

- Toddlers: One teacher to six children

- Preschool: One teacher to nine children

- Pre-K: One teacher to ten children

These ratios ensure that every child receives individualized attention and a safe, supportive learning environment.

We prioritize safety through comprehensive protocols, including:

- All staff are undergoing national background checks, fingerprinting, and current CPR/First Aid certification.

- Security cameras throughout both campuses

- Locked entrances/exits with secure keypad entry

- Classroom doorbell system for family access

- Ongoing consultation with local law enforcement regarding emergency procedures

- Monthly safety and evacuation drills

These measures help ensure a secure, well-prepared day care center in Cranston, RI for every child.

Families provide their children's meals and snacks. Our day care centers in Cranston, RI is a nut-free facility, as all food allergies are taken extremely seriously. Individualized allergy action plans are created for each child in accordance with DHS guidelines.

The curriculum for our day care centers in Cranston, RI is play-based, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with the Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS). Teachers design intentional learning experiences based on each child's age, interests, and developmental needs.

Through engaging materials such as books, hands-on activities, learning centers, sensory play, music and movement, nature exploration, and creative arts, children develop skills across all domains — social-emotional, language and literacy, early math and science, and physical development. Teachers continuously observe, document progress, and adapt lesson plans to support every child's growth.

We use Brightwheel, a secure and user-friendly parent communication app. Through Brightwheel, families can:

- Check children in and out of the day care center in Cranston, RI

- Receive daily updates (meals, naps, diapering, activities)

- View photos and messages from teachers

- Access billing, invoices, and important announcements

This ensures clear, timely, and consistent communication.

How to enroll at Learners to Leaders Academy:

1. Schedule a Tour: Families begin by visiting the program, meeting staff, and asking questions.

2. Complete Registration and Submit Deposit: A nonrefundable deposit secures your child's enrollment and start date.

3. Spot Confirmation or Waitlist Placement: Enrollment depends on age, availability, start date, and schedule needs. If a spot is not immediately available, families may join our waitlist and will be notified as soon as an opening occurs.

4. Submit Required Paperwork: Health forms, emergency contacts, authorizations, and all other documents must be completed prior to the start date.

If you're ready to enroll your child at our day care centers in Cranston, RI, reach out to us today.

These illness policies at our day care center in Cranston, RI follow Rhode Island Department of Health guidelines and are developed with our On Call Provider, Danielle Henry, NP, and Co-Owner/Director, Amanda Donovan.

Children should remain home if they have the following:

- Fever of 100.4F or higher

- Vomiting or diarrhea

- Persistent or severe coughing

- Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

- Sore throat or difficulty swallowing

- Uncontrolled runny nose

- Difficulty breathing or wheezing

- Suspicious rashes or other signs of communicable illness

- Unusual fatigue, irritability, or symptoms interfering with daily functioning

If symptoms develop during the school day, parents will be contacted for prompt pickup. If parents are unreachable, emergency contacts will be called.

Return to School Requirements:

- Fever-free for 24 hours without medication

- No vomiting/diarrhea for 24 hours and able to tolerate normal foods

- Illness-specific timelines (e.g., strep throat, RSV, influenza, pink eye, chicken pox, hand-foot-mouth, COVID-19, etc.) must be followed.

Parents must inform the school of any diagnosed communicable illnesses.

Medication Administration:

- Prescription medications require original pharmacy packaging and a signed Medication Authorization Form.

- Over-the-counter medications require a provider's written instructions and parent authorization.

Staff cannot accept medication from children or personal bags; all medications must be handed directly to a staff member.

Emergency First Aid: Staff provide immediate first aid for illness or injury. Minor incidents are documented and reviewed with parents. For more serious concerns, parents are contacted immediately; if unreachable, emergency services and providers will be engaged, and a staff member will accompany the child to the hospital if necessary.

Medical Forms & Immunizations: All children must have up-to-date medical records and immunizations on file prior to enrollment, with annual updates required.

Allergies & Asthma: Children with allergies or asthma must have a provider-approved health care plan on file. Epi pens or inhalers must be kept on site.

Yes. Our day care center in Cranston, RI offers a sibling discount, and we gladly accept CCAP (Child Care Assistance Program) and Military Child Care Assistance for eligible families.