Jump Start Child Care!

"Jump Start is a state licensed childcare center with an emphasis on a caring and safe environment. We provide age appropriate “hands-on” activities that stimulate social, emotional and physical growth and development."

Now Accepting Registrations!

Please stop by to tour our new “state-of-the-art” facility with video monitoring system.

269.544.3000

Our program offers care for infants through 13 years of age.
• Infant: Newborn – 10 months
• Waddlers: 10 – 20 months
• Toddlers: 20 – 2 ½ years
• Preschool: 2 ½ - 3 years
• Kindergarten: 4 – 5 years
• Before & After School Program: 6 – 13 years

Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday 6:30 am to 6:00 pm

Staff Qualifications:

Jump Start Childcare is duly licensed by the State of Michigan Department of Social Services. Standards are consistently updated and maintained to meet the stringent requirements of the licensing agency. The entire Jump Start staff is certified in the areas of First-Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens. Our infant and toddler teachers are also certified in shaken baby prevention and safe sleep practices. All staff members are required to maintain 12 hours of continuing education each year. Courtney Berger, director of Jump Start, has her degree in Early Childhood Education and is on the Early Education Advisory Board of Calhoun County. She has been awarded the Michigan Caregiver of the Year.

Our Philosophy:

At Jump Start we believe in the following values and principles:
• We believe our children learn best through play.
• We believe that families are vital part of a child’s education.
• We treat the children and adults at the center with respect and dignity.
• We respect values and cultural differences.
• We believe each child is a unique individual who learns and grows in his or her own way.
• We encourage the children to participate in activities that help improve their self-esteem.
• We provide activities that allow each child to experience success and individual growth.
• We strive to encourage the imagination and initiative of each child.
• We encourage children to try new activities, but they are never forced to participate.