Yes! Nutritious meals and snacks are included with tuition. We participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), which means all meals and snacks meet federal nutrition guidelines to help support your child's healthy growth and development. Our menus are thoughtfully planned to provide a variety of wholesome foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and milk. We also work with families to accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs whenever possible to help ensure every child can enjoy safe and nutritious meals.

Yes, we offer facility tours. Please call us to schedule your complimentary tour.

Yes! We believe every child deserves access to high-quality early childhood education, regardless of a family's financial circumstances. Owl Hill Learning Center proudly participates in several programs that help make child care and preschool more affordable, including Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts, a state-funded preschool program that provides free, high-quality preschool for eligible 3- and 4-year-old children, and Child Care Works (CCW), a tuition assistance program that helps eligible working families pay for child care. If you're unsure whether you qualify, our team is happy to help you understand the available programs, determine your eligibility, and guide you through the application process. We are committed to making high-quality early learning accessible to as many families as possible.

STARS stands for Keystone STARS, Pennsylvania's Quality Rating and Improvement System for early learning programs. It recognizes child care centers that go above and beyond state licensing requirements by meeting higher standards for teaching, staff education, family engagement, and learning environments. At Owl Hill Learning Center, we are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and continuously improving our programs. Keystone STARS helps ensure that children receive a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning experience that supports their growth and school readiness.

Owl Hill Learning Center is committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education. We are proud to be: - Licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) as a child care center. - Licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Bureau of Private Academic Schools for our preschool programs. - A Keystone STARS STAR 4 program—the highest quality rating awarded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. - An approved provider of Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts, offering free, high-quality preschool to eligible families. - A participant in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), ensuring nutritious meals and snacks that meet federal nutrition standards. - An approved provider for Child Care Works (CCW), helping eligible families receive child care tuition assistance.

Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts is a state-funded preschool program that provides free, high-quality preschool for eligible 3- and 4-year-old children. The program is designed to prepare children for kindergarten by helping them develop the academic, social, and emotional skills they need to succeed in school. At Owl Hill Learning Center, Pre-K Counts classrooms are led by qualified teachers and follow a research-based curriculum in a nurturing, play-based learning environment. Children enjoy hands-on learning experiences while building confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. If your family meets the income guidelines, your child may qualify to attend at no cost. Our team is happy to help you determine eligibility and guide you through the application process.

Our teachers are passionate early childhood professionals who are committed to helping every child learn, grow, and thrive. Depending on their role, our teaching staff hold degrees or credentials in Early Childhood Education or related fields and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Teachers in our Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts classrooms meet the qualification requirements established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, including appropriate certification or education, and receive regular coaching and training to ensure high-quality instruction. In addition, all Owl Hill Learning Center staff: - Complete comprehensive background clearances before employment - Are certified in Pediatric First Aid and CPR - Complete annual health and safety training and ongoing professional development - Participate in regular training on child development, curriculum, health and safety, and best practices in early childhood education - We believe that exceptional teachers are the foundation of an exceptional early learning experience, and we invest in their continued growth so they can provide the highest quality care and education for every child.

For our 2-year-old classrooms, the ratio is 1 teacher per 6 children. For our 3-5-year-old classrooms, the ratio is 1 teacher per 10 children.

Getting started is easy! Contact us to schedule a tour, complete an enrollment application, and submit the required paperwork. Our team will guide you through every step of the process and answer any questions along the way. If space is available, we'll work with you to find the best start date for your family.

Yes, some of our classrooms may have a waitlist depending on your child's age and the time of year. We encourage families to join the waitlist as early as possible, especially for our younger age groups and Pre-K Counts program. There is no obligation to join the waitlist, and we'll contact you as soon as an opening becomes available.

Absolutely! We encourage all prospective families to visit our center, meet our teachers, and see our classrooms in action. Tours are available by appointment and are a great opportunity to learn more about our programs, ask questions, and experience what makes Owl Hill Learning Center special.

Our programs are designed to meet the needs of children from 2 years old through 5 years old, helping them build the skills and confidence they need for kindergarten and beyond. Program availability may vary by location. Over the summer months, we offer various camps for children ages 2-12.

Yes! We offer both full-time and part-time enrollment options to meet the needs of busy families. Availability may vary by classroom and location, so please contact us to learn more about the options currently offered.

In many cases, yes! If space is available, children may enroll throughout the year. Some programs, including Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts, follow specific enrollment guidelines, but our team is happy to discuss your child's eligibility and the next available enrollment date.

Owl Hill Learning Center has been proudly serving families since 1984. As a family-owned and operated early childhood education provider, we have remained under the same ownership for more than 40 years. For generations, we have been committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment where children can grow, explore, and build a strong foundation for lifelong success. We are honored to be a part of our community and look forward to continuing that tradition for many more generations to come.