Business Details
Trusted Child Care & Preschool Services in Ravenna, OH
At Planet Earth, we strive to instill trust and promote self-worth and confidence in children through a family-based care approach. Our team prioritizes bonding with every child and their families, ensuring personalized attention and comfort. We implement research-based curricula aligned with Ohio State Standards, focusing on social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Accredited by Step Up To Quality, we exceed state licensing standards while maintaining transparent communication with families through the Brightwheel app. Our experienced staff, including certified early childhood educators, fosters a safe environment where children aged 6 weeks to 12 years can grow and thrive.Parent-teacher conferences and activity plans shared weekly ensure continuous collaboration and goal-setting for each child's development. With classroom ratios ranging from 1:5 (infants) to 1:18 (school-age), we balance structured learning with exploratory play. Our facility partners with local organizations to provide holistic resources, emphasizing respect for children, caretakers, and the environment.
Services
Infant Class
Toddler Care
Preschool Education
School-Age Programs
Summer Camp
Potty Training
Parent Conferences
Activity Planning
Highlights and features
- Family-based care with personalized attention for every child
- Certified educators with degrees in early childhood development
- Curriculum aligned with Ohio State Standards for all age groups
- Brightwheel app for 24/7 parent-teacher communication and updates
- GOLD Star-Rated by Ohio's quality childcare accreditation system
Associations and certifications
- Step Up To Quality
What people say
Family-based care
Qualified educators
Excellent communication
Structured curriculum
Child development focus
Services
Infant Class
Specialized care for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months with 1:5 staff-to-child ratio. Focuses on sensory development, feeding schedules, and sleep routines while maintaining close parent communication through the Brightwheel app. Teachers document milestones and daily activities for family transparency.
Toddler Care
Developmental programs for 18-month to 3-year-olds with 1:7 ratio. Combines structured activities with free play to build social skills and independence. Includes potty training support using positive reinforcement systems approved by parents.
Preschool Education
Curriculum-based learning for 3-5-year-olds with 1:16 ratio. Follows Creative Curriculum for Preschool framework focusing on literacy, math readiness, and creative expression. Bi-annual assessments track progress across five developmental domains.
School-Age Programs
Enrichment activities for children aged 5-12 with 1:18 ratio. Offers homework help, STEM projects, and physical education aligned with Ohio K-12 standards. Includes summer camp with weekly themed activities and community guest speakers.
Parent Conferences
Bi-annual meetings to review child development assessments across social-emotional, cognitive, and physical domains. Teachers collaborate with families to set personalized learning goals and discuss progress strategies.
People
Mandi Goudy
Owner/Director
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education with 10+ years experience. Leads Planet Earth since 2021, emphasizing educator influence on children's futures. Coordinates curriculum development and family engagement initiatives.
Lish
Assistant Director
School-Age Endorsement certified with extensive childcare experience. Oversees staff training and program implementation. Focuses on child development observation and parent communication systems.
Julie
Infant Teacher
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Lock Haven University. Specializes in infant care, emphasizing safety, bonding, and milestone tracking. Creates nurturing environments for youngest learners.
Emily
Lead Toddler Teacher
Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Implements toddler curriculum with focus on social skills development. Plans age-appropriate activities that balance structure with creative exploration.
McKenna
Lead Preschool Teacher
Childcare professional since 2022 with experience across all age groups. Develops curriculum aligned with Ohio standards. Facilitates parent-teacher conferences and child development assessments.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children aged 6 weeks through 12 years with specialized programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
What curriculum do you use?
We implement The Creative Curriculum for Preschool and Infants/Toddlers, aligned with Ohio State Standards for child development.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the Brightwheel app for daily updates, messages, and billing, plus bi-annual parent-teacher conferences for detailed development reviews.
Are you accredited?
Yes, we hold GOLD Star-Rating through Step Up To Quality, Ohio's official childcare quality recognition system.
Do you offer summer programs?
Our summer camp includes weekly themed activities aligned with Ohio K-12 standards, featuring community guests and water play days.
