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Welcome to Greensburg KinderCare

Welcome to Greensburg KinderCare, located in the scenic Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania! Our loving and personable staff care deeply about the development and nurturing of your children. Our passionate teachers never stop learning themselves, as they pursue additional training that fits their personal commitment to your child’s early education. It’s our mission from the moment you walk into our center that you feel welcomed and a part of our KinderCare family!

Our classrooms are places to thrive! 
In our safe and healthy classrooms, your child will be engaged in learning experiences that meet them where they are, both socially and academically. With fun daily activities, passionate teachers, and great friends, a lifetime of confidence starts here. Contact the center director to learn more about our child care options and schedule a tour! 

Meet Bonnie Corey, Our Center Director

Meet Bonnie Corey! She is the Center Director at Greensburg KinderCare in Pennsylvania. Bonnie attended Buffalo State College, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education as well as her teaching certification. She has been with KinderCare since 2006, and before that she was a teacher. Outside of work, Bonnie enjoys supporting her children as they participate in community events and play many different sports. “When you know better, you do better.” – Maya Angelo

• Greensburg KinderCare Programs
• Our Teachers
• Family Stories
• FAQs

AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED

We’re so proud!

Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited – nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference,
and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.

SCHOOL-READY

What Learning Looks Like

Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.

Greensburg KinderCare Programs

Infant Programs (6 weeks–1 year)

Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our
centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with
you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant
classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and
ready to explore their world.

Toddler Programs (1–2 Years)

Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s
because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the
place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll
help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.

Discovery Preschool Programs (2–3 Years)

This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton
of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in
discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a
classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them
get used to a more structured school setting.

Preschool Programs (3–4 Years)

This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas
about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our
preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create
artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step:
kindergarten!

Prekindergarten Programs (4–5 Years)

When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and
writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect
letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families
in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language,
math, science, Spanish, and social skills.

Interactive Kindergarten (5–6 Years)

Kindergarten is a critical year for young learners. Experienced KinderCare teachers will
tap into your child’s natural curiosity to help get them even more prepared for
elementary school. Our engaging lessons make the most of current technology while
offering plenty of hands-on play and exploration.

Participating Child Care Aware Center

KinderCare partners with Child Care Aware® of America to offer fee assistance for
Active Duty military families and flexible support to fit their needs when care at a Child
Development Center on the installation is not available.

Learning Adventures – Enrichment Program

Cooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)

In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and
develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest
rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication,
and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!

Music Explorers™ (2 – 4 Years)

KinderCare families are already giving a standing ovation to our newest Learning
Adventures program: Music Explorers! Kids will learn to sing, move, listen, play
instruments, and even create their own tunes. Our original curriculum blends math,
science, social studies, literacy, and mindfulness (think yoga!) for a uniquely KinderCare
way of learning the foundations of music.

Phonics Adventures® (2 – 4 Years)

Learning how to read is a whole lot of fun at KinderCare! We help kids grow to love
books and words (and get ready for kindergarten) in our Phonics Adventures program.
From discovering the basics of vowels to practicing poetry, kids learn all about letters
and sounds in small-group lessons made just for their age group. (Bonus: Kids who
attend our phonics program are more prepared than their peers for school—and we
have the data to prove it.)

Spanish

Spanish Adventures provides young learners with a foundation for later success with
the Spanish language. Music, games, children’s Spanish literature, and other tools give
children multiple opportunities to hear, practice, and see Spanish language to develop
vocabulary and conversation skills. Curriculum includes lessons on greetings, numbers,
colors, animals, family, body parts, and pets, as well as how to engage conversationally
during common scenarios at home, a restaurant, or at the zoo.

Our Teachers

We’re the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent. Being a great educator isn’t enough though.
KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply,
we love our teachers and your child will, too.

Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!

A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH

An Artist’s Heart

“My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.

We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We’re so proud to have been named one of Gallup’s 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award.
When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience
an amazing place to learn and grow.

Family Stories

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center!

• I will never forget the first time we walked into the KinderCare Center in Greensburg.   We had an almost-two-year-old and had just moved to the area.  Within the first few steps in the center my husband and I both looked at each other and we knew… This was where we were going to send David.  Over the next several years David attended KinderCare and participate in a few of the extra circular classes.  To say that KinderCare and their program and routine curriculum helped my son to be in high honors once he started elementary, and be invited to some of the most prestigious colleges for young kids to explore their knowledge would be an understatement.  KinderCare, their teachers, staff and the opportunities they provide are First Class, they really catered to my sons individual needs and allowed for him to grow and flourish while still keeping him grounded in other class activities.  When our second son Nicholas came around we personally didn’t know what hit us, he was the complete opposite of David.  We had some challenges, but KinderCare and their staff adapted and gave Nick the individual attention that he needed, without making him feel like he was out of place.   From doing sign language with him at an early age, to researching and facilitating additional ways to help Nick learn they again, blew our socks off.  Nicholas is now in Kindergarten full time at a private school and is flourishing.  My husband and I work very demanding jobs, and we know that if it wasn’t for the help of our Kindercare family our children would not have gotten the kick-start they both needed to get them to where they are today.  I never  miss an opportunity to tell people about KinderCare and the amazing people and opportunities that children have there.

  Jennifer A. – KinderCare Parent

Share Your Story


If you have a story about your experience at KinderCare,

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Who Are KinderCare Families?

They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life. What our families have in common,
though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.

Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.

A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A

Home in Houston

Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure.
Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.

Frequently Asked Questions

What accreditations does KinderCare have?

We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.

Do you offer part-time schedules at Greensburg KinderCare?

Everybody’s schedule is different. We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.

How does naptime work at Greensburg KinderCare?

Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on “10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap” to learn more.

Do you support alternative diets?

We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.

Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?

We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds. If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.

Does my child need to be potty-trained?

Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we’ll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.

Daycare, Preschool & Child Care Centers in Greensburg, PA

KinderCare has partnered with Greensburg families for more than 50 years to provide award-winning early education programs and high-quality childcare in Greensburg, PA.

Whether you are looking for a preschool in Greensburg, a trusted part-time or full-time daycare provider, or educational before- or after-school programs, KinderCare offers fun and learning at an affordable price.

1. Greensburg KinderCare

   Phone:
   (724) 834-2660

   980 N Main St
   Greensburg
   PA
   15601

   Distance from address: 1. 73 miles

   Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
   Open: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F

   Tuition & Openings

2. North Huntingdon KinderCare

   Phone:
   (724) 863-8090

   8895 Norwin Ave
   North Huntingdon
   PA
   15642

   Distance from address: 8.22 miles

   Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
   Open: 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM, M-F

   Tuition & Openings

3. KinderCare of Plum

   Phone:
   (724) 733-4545

   400 Old Abers Creek Rd
   Plum
   PA
   15239

   Distance from address: 14. 49 miles

   Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
   Open: 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM, M-F

   Tuition & Openings

4. Monroeville KinderCare

   Phone:
   (412) 372-3140

   2630 Pitcairn Rd
   Monroeville
   PA
   15146

   Distance from address: 14.73 miles

   Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
   Open: 6:30 AM to 6:15 PM, M-F

   Tuition & Openings

Greensburg – the greenest city in the US

On May 4, 2007, a huge hurricane swept over Kansas. Greensburg, a small town located in the southern part of the state, was completely destroyed. Left homeless, the Greensburgers, whose number does not exceed one and a half thousand, have found a fundamentally new way out of the situation.

“Like after the bombing” – that’s the first thought that comes to anyone’s mind who gets to Greensburg. Houses are destroyed to the ground, instead of trees – stumps. All residents had to move to special trailers, located in long rows on the outskirts of the city.

City manager Steve Hewitt recalls how, a week after the storm, he and other city officials were thinking about how to rebuild the devastated city?

“Today,” says Steve Hewitt, “we have the opportunity to make this city what it should be. We can start from scratch – build new buildings and lay out new parks. We are free in our decisions like never before. Imagine: the governor of the state comes to us and says: “What a green city you have!” And we think: yes, this is exactly what we want. So why not make our city even greener?”

Hewitt and the other city fathers decided to seize the opportunity to turn Greensburg into an exemplary green city—economical, carbon-minimizing, environmentally friendly, and harnessing the power of the very nature that turned it into ruins.

“We knew,” Hewitt continues, “that when we got green, we couldn’t rebuild our old diesel power plant. So what? For many years we have been talking about the use of wind power, solar heat, geothermal energy. And now it’s time to bring it all to life.”

Greensburgers created a non-profit organization “Green City”. According to its director, Daniel Wallach, he was amazed at the enthusiasm with which both individuals and other organizations responded to her call.

“It was amazing,” he says, “because the hurricane razed the city to the ground. We must restore it, using methods that few people have used and technologies that are available to us. The Department of Energy and the Renewable Energy Research Center helped us a lot. They wanted a city that could become an example for others. This gave us the opportunity to attract a wide variety of resources.”

But this is only the beginning: Discovery and Leonardo DiCaprio are working on a documentary about the rebuilding of Greensburg. At the initiative of the Mother Earth News magazine, an exemplary environmentally friendly house will be built in the city. There are rumors (as yet unconfirmed) that the management of the Internet company Google is considering building a computing center near Greensburg. According to Wallach, all this will contribute to the triumph of the “green alternative”.

“We have become a kind of living science museum,” he says, “that serves to showcase green technologies, environmentally friendly products and services. We are already building 16 buildings in strict accordance with the criteria of environmental cleanliness, in the future there will be many more. People from all over the country will come to us to see a truly clean city. ”

The Green Building Standards (LEED) are set by the American Green Building Council. Last December, the Greensburg City Council was the first in the United States to pass a resolution that all municipal buildings built in the city must meet the highest, so-called platinum standard.

Other city enterprises responded to this call: the representative office of General Motors will soon be located in a new building, exemplary from an environmental point of view. The Baptist Church is about to be awarded a platinum prize again, and the builders of the largest building in the city are hoping to get “gold”. Everything – from the hospital to the tractor factory – is turning green by leaps and bounds.

Farrell Alison’s house was completely destroyed by the hurricane. Now Farrell is building a new home near the city center using the latest in green technology.

“This,” says Farrell Alison, “is an insulating formwork for walls. We use it for heating, and we use geothermal energy. We have double glazed windows, argon… that’s great.”

However, not everyone is in a hurry to join a new project. I happened to spend about an hour at Lunch Box, which is the name of the only restaurant that has survived in the city. It fits in the same trailer in which almost all the inhabitants of Greensburg live today.

Many of the restaurant’s patrons have either never heard of the Green City or don’t want to talk about it. Some have moved to neighboring cities. Others rebuild their homes in the old way. Still, city manager Stephen Hewitt looks to the future with cautious optimism.

“None of us,” he says, “is inclined to gloss over reality and will not assure anyone that everything is running like clockwork in Greensburg, that in less than two years we will wake up and see that the city is rebuilt and all problems are solved. No, we have a fight ahead of us, and it won’t be easy. But we have a great goal.”

Other than that goal, most Greensburgers have little left in life. But today the whole world is watching how, having survived the disaster, they are rebuilding their hometown.

Greensburg: life after death

Death swooped down on Greensburg with a 20-minute lead. That was the time that 1,500 residents of a farming community in central Kansas had to go down to their basements before a tornado swept away their homes. The alarm was heard by everyone – tornadoes are not uncommon in this part of the United States, so sirens howled on all television and radio receivers as soon as forecasters determined the exact route of the tornado.

The tornado that struck Ginsburg on Friday, May 4th was particularly violent. Its front was one and a half kilometers wide, and the wind speed inside the vortex exceeded 270 kilometers per hour. The pressure of such elements can withstand only the most durable buildings. There were few of them in the village, so almost all the houses were destroyed – both light mobile trailers, and wooden dwellings, and stone cottages.

11 people died – 9 in the village and two on the highway at the entrance to the town. There could have been many more victims, but alarms and warnings prevented many deaths. In this region of America, where the tornado season runs from March to June, people know how to behave. Those who did not have cellars ran to their neighbors; two dozen people hid in a powerful concrete elevator.

Rescue work began as soon as the tornado rushed on. In the first hours, they managed to dig out a woman and her daughter, who were buried in the basement, where they were sitting in an iron bath. 13 people were sent to hospitals, two of them in serious condition.

Greensburg, which looked like a blooming spring garden before a tornado raid, 20 minutes later was a “post-battle landscape” – the ruins succeeded each other block by block. Kansas Governor Kathleen Sibelius said that search work in the village is in full swing, but the rescuers do not have enough equipment: half of the trucks and hummer all-terrain vehicles, as well as 15 helicopters out of 19, which were at the disposal of the local National Guard, were sent to Iraq and Afghanistan.

The Pentagon spokesman immediately replied that in case of emergencies, neighboring states should provide the funds at their disposal. The same was repeated by the White House.

President Bush immediately declared Greensburg a disaster area, paving the way for federal assistance, and arrived there himself on Tuesday, May 8. He flew around the disaster area, and then walked the entire village. The tornado swept away the local farm equipment rental and repair firm, the largest employer in the county. But the workers the president spoke to assured him that they would restore the plant.

“I’ve always been fascinated by the strength of character on the Great Plains,” Bush said. “The people here don’t give in to despair. They are ready for any challenge. They told me that they would not go anywhere, but would rebuild their houses, demolished by the elements.”

Gov. Sibelius confirmed this sentiment, noting that much will depend on the amount of funds that Greensburg receives from the federal treasury.