Commute

It’s early on Monday morning in August- your house is chaotic as you get your kids ready for childcare while simultaneously preparing for work, aiming to be out the door by 8 a.m. After dropping the kids off at daycare, you face the next obstacle: a 30-minute commute downtown. The workday flies by, and before you know it, it's 5 p.m. You rush out of the office, hoping to avoid traffic and make it to the daycare facility before it closes. Each day, this routine robs you of precious moments—300 minutes a week that could be spent being present with your kids. Now, reimagine that early Monday morning. Instead of the chaos, picture yourself and your kids, getting ready and embarking on your 30-minute commute together. With the CYC conveniently located downtown near your workplace, those 300 minutes a week are gained back. No more scrambling or stress to get out the door on time —just valuable time spent with your children, making the journey together. Since 1979, the Center for Young Children (CYC) at IU Indianapolis has been an affordable childcare option, with CCDF and On-My-Way Pre-K program vouchers. Our priority is your child’s education and personal development. At the CYC, we are dedicated to fostering independence, self-esteem, confidence, and critical thinking skills, providing the foundation for continued intellectual and academic growth. We provide tailored support to ensure your child excels academically and thrives academically, with monthly progress check-ins, and a curriculum aligned with Indiana Early Learning Foundations. To continuously innovate, we develop programs such as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), which support your 4-to-5-year olds’ natural curiosity. Led by trained teachers, our STEM program allows children to wonder, solve, learn, and grow. Beyond academic development, we offer nutritious snacks and lunch, swimming lessons, field trips, and easy drop-off and pick-up throughout the week. Our families share our belief in the quality of our facility, with one parent saying "We consider ourselves very lucky to finally be where our kids belong. You all play such an important role in our kids’ lives and I cannot thank you enough." Imagine the peace of mind that comes from knowing your children are not only nearby but also engaged in a high-quality educational program that nurtures their academic growth. The CYC at IU Indianapolis offers programming that brings balance and convenience to your busy life, allowing you to reclaim those precious 300 minutes a week and invest them where they matter most— with your kids. Click HERE to apply by August 31st 2024 to have your application fee waived (select "Indy’s Child” under How did you hear about us? to have this waived). Visit https://childcare.indianapolis.iu.edu for more information!

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