Park's Edge Preschool & Child Care Center

Park's Edge Preschool & Child Care Center offers a Christian program with grace before meals and bible stories from books and songs in an atmosphere of Christian love and behavior. It also includes daily infant and toddler activities such as singing, finger plays, block play, dramatic play, sensory experiences, circle time, art, construction, small motor activities, games, and outdoor activities. The preschool program uses thematic lesson plans, learning centers, play-based activities, and kindergarten-readiness skills.

Programs

• Christian program — 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten · Christian-based values; grace is said before meals and bible stories from books and songs are taught within an atmosphere of Christian love and behavior.
• Infant/Toddler program — 6 weeks through 12 years · Daily curriculum for infants and toddlers; includes singing, finger plays, block play, dramatic play, sensory experiences, circle time, art, construction, small motor, games, and outdoor activities.
• Pre-School program — 2 through pre-kindergarten · Age-appropriate daily curriculum with thematic lesson plans, learning centers, play-based activities, and kindergarten-readiness skills.
• School age program — 6 weeks through 12 years

At a glance

• Ages: 0–12 years old
• Facility hours: Monday through Friday, 6am - 6pm

About the provider

Park's Edge Preschool & Child Care Center was established in June of 1999. Its leadership team includes Ellen Kvalheim, Center Director; Kristin Burr, Assistant Director; Jenele Baldwin, Curriculum Coordinator; and Melinda Antoniewizc, Safety Coordinator & Preschool Teacher. The center is NAC Accredited and has a 5 Star YoungStar Rating. It is an outreach program of the Emanuel United Church of Christ, and parents are encouraged to volunteer, chaperone field trips, and participate in center activities and annual celebrations.

Uses developmentally appropriate practices; children are offered nutritious meals and snacks; parents are encouraged to discuss progress regularly; children go outside daily weather permitting.

What families say

“Thank you for all you do to keep us parents organized and on track. We barely arrive in the morning with our wits - let alone the kids. It's great to be met by smiling faces who know each and every child by name. Thanks!” — PEP Parent

“Park's Edge and its staff have impacted our hearts more than you will ever know. Thank you for all you do for our children.” — PEP Family

“We are truly blessed to have such wonderful people taking care of our 3 children. You have provided them with building blocks to be successful in elementary school.” — PEP Parents

Last updated November 6, 2026.