Ready Set Grow Child Care

At Ready, Set, Grow, we believe that early childhood is the most crucial and awe-inspiring stage of life. Since 1971, we have been dedicated to providing exceptional care and education to young children at our First Street location in the heart of Corning. We have been privileged to partner with hundreds of families as they navigate the fascinating world of early childhood. Here, we wholeheartedly celebrate each child's unique journey!

When families entrust their children to the Ready, Set, Grow Child Care Center, they are choosing the finest in early childhood care and development. Our experienced, nurturing staff cherish and respect each child as a distinct individual, carefully addressing their unique needs and interests.

About Our Program

Our Mission: Building a stronger tomorrow through nurturing today.

At Ready, Set, Grow Child Care Center, we have been delivering top-notch child care at our First Street location on Corning's Southside since 1971. Over the years, we have grown and adapted to become the premier choice for local families seeking the very best in early childhood programming. More than just a center, we are a community of educators, parents, and children from diverse backgrounds who build connections and create memories as we celebrate each child's journey together.

Nurturing Individuals: At Ready, Set, Grow, we foster individuality through compassionate guidance that cultivates an atmosphere of kindness and respect. By valuing individuality, we establish a foundation for building relationships that promote genuine caring for all.

Safety: The safety of every child is our top priority. Through continuous monitoring, evaluation, feedback, and communication on health and safety policies and practices, we make necessary adjustments to maintain a secure and peaceful environment for our staff, children, and families.

Family: We consider the family to be the most influential teacher and nurturer in a child's life. We keep the focus on families through program involvement, education, and communication. As a small, family-focused center, we take pride in getting to know each of our families personally.

Learning: At Ready, Set, Grow, we recognize that all children, families, and staff are learners with potential. We ensure that opportunities for optimizing learning exist through planned curriculum, parent education, mentoring, and fostering staff's educational achievement.

Accommodation: We provide care that adapts to meet young children's needs while identifying and highlighting their strengths. Our ability to quickly perceive the unique and common needs of those in our care allows us to respond swiftly and attentively. As a small, family-focused center, we are particularly adept at being responsive and attentive.

Excellence: At Ready, Set, Grow, we strive to meet our goal of satisfying families by offering a warm, caring, and dedicated environment. We achieve this by consistently celebrating the play, learning, and growth that surrounds us.

Learn: At Ready, Set, Grow, we take pride in our nurturing, caring staff. Here, you will always find a comforting embrace or a smile of encouragement, even on days when the sun isn't shining.

About Our Center: Our center values accessibility, and we believe that quality child care should be available to everyone. Using a sliding fee scale based on household income, our Office Manager works with each family individually to determine their tuition amount. Information about other financial assistance resources is also available.