Catholic Daycares Near Me

Catholic daycares and preschools can be a great fit for families of all backgrounds, although it goes without saying that they are especially well suited to those of the Catholic faith. Unlike some Protestant child care programs, Catholic daycares almost always include Bible instruction as part of their curriculum. That being said, many Catholic daycare centers welcome families of all faiths, making them good options for non-religious parents who want to expose their children to a supportive environment that emphasizes strong morals, spirituality, and a sense of community. Catholic child care programs range from small Catholic home daycares to much larger and academically-oriented preschools. Like many religious child care programs, they tend to be more affordable than secular programs. Some Catholic child development centers even offer sliding scale tuition programs to help families afford what can be one of the most expensive aspects of raising a child. Because of the size of the Catholic Church itself, there tend to be more available options for parents looking for a Catholic child care or preschool program than for other religions. The nature of the Church's doctrine leads to greater consistency in the religious aspects of the curriculum between different Catholic child care centers. Regardless of the particulars of their curriculum, all Catholic programs stress standard early educational goals such as socialization and developmentally appropriate skill building. Catholic preschools will also always emphasize strong moral values consistent with the broader lessons of the Bible, while employing educational activities similar to those used in more secular programs. Many children thrive in consistent environments, and parents agreeing with the moral tenets of Catholicism can be assured that their children will receive consistent reinforcement of those values. Even non-religious families might enjoy the sense of community that often forms around Catholic and other Christian daycares and preschools. For parents looking for a certain level of Bible study or prayer in their child's education, it would be wise to check how often these appears in the curriculum, as the frequency of explicit religious instruction can vary between programs.