Stars of the Future
Meet the Owner
My name is Barbara Rivera and I have a passion for early child development; I strive to ensure the children I care for are properly prepared for their transition to school. To give you a little about myself, I have an outgoing personality and strive to keep a positive, fun and happy environment. I assure you that you and your child/ren will have the experiences of a lifetime. I have an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, as well as over 20 years of experience in childcare; 16 years of experience in a childcare facility. I am CPR certified and First Aid trained, with over 3 years as a Hooked on phonics, Math and Muzzy Program teacher.
Facitlity Information
Hours of Operation
Monday 7 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 7 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 7 am - 6 pm
Thursday 7 am - 6 pm
Friday 7 am - 6 pm
Payment Options
Cash with written receipt
POC Vouchers
Checks from other programs
Personal Checks
Money Orders
Direct Deposits
The center will provide monthly newsletters containing upcoming events, birthdays, notices and important curriculum updates. Our curriculum includes Hooked on Phonics and Hooked on Math to ensure the students are properly prepared for the transition to school. We also provide incentives for children who join the reading, writing and mathematics program at no extra charge.
Observed Holidays
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Years Day
Memorial Day
Fourth of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Black Friday
Center will be closed for one week for vacation
Daily Schedule
7:00 -- 8:30 am Arrival, TV Time & Free Play
8:30 -- 9:00 am Breakfast & Clean-Up
9:00 -- 9:30 am Music & Finger Plays
9:30 -- 10:30 am Crafts & Projects
10:30 --10:45 am Clean-Up
10:45 -- 11:15 am Outside Time
11:15 -- 12:00 pm Hand-washing & Free Play
12:00 -- 12:30 pm Lunch & Clean-Up
12:30 -- 1:00 pm Phonics Time
1:00 -- 3:00 pm Nap Time
3:00 -- 4:00 pm Snack, Clea-Up & Free Play
4:00 -- 4:30 pm Reading
4:30 -- 5:00 pm Outside Time
5:00 -- 6:00 pm Pick Up
The Facility
Please feel free to contact us to schedule a personal tour.
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Programs
Before & After School Care
Yellow Springs Elementary will pick up and drop off to our facility.
Full Time Care
For age ranges 8 weeks to 5 years old
Summer Care
Includes multiple field trips from mid June until the end of August. Please ask for summer rates as well as field trip fees.
Air Force Home Community Care
Providing child care for the United States Air Force Reserve and National guard during drill weekends.
USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Your child will be served healthful meals and snacks. Also provides specific needs due to allergies such as non dairy substitutions.
Our Future Stars in Action
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Crafts & Projects
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"If we all could see the world through the eyes of a child, we would see the magic in everything......."
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Visit Us
Visitors are always welcome to our facility. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour, please get in touch.