Business Details
18 Years
experience
Nationally Accredited Child Care in North Las Vegas
Watch Me Grow is a nationally accredited child care and early education center dedicated to fostering holistic development through play-based learning. Founded in 2008, our mission is to provide a nurturing environment where children aged 6 weeks to 12 years build foundational academic, social, and emotional skills. Our team of experienced educators implements research-backed curricula like Learning Beyond Paper and STEAM activities to exceed Nevada state standards while prioritizing individualized attention through small class sizes. With NECPA accreditation, secure facilities featuring PIN-access doors and CCTV monitoring, and a commitment to health through CACFP-approved meals and rigorous sanitization protocols, we ensure children thrive in a safe, stimulating setting.Director Brandie Heiseler, a 16-year veteran in early childhood education, leads our staff in maintaining consistent peer groups and personalized learning plans that address each child's unique needs. Parents benefit from real-time updates via the Procare Parent App and flexible programs including infant care, preschool, before/after-school services, and summer camp. Our community partnerships with Child Care Aware and the Las Vegas Urban League demonstrate our dedication to accessible, high-quality education that prepares families for long-term success.
Services
Preschool Programs
Child Care Services
Summer Camp
Before/After School Care
Infant Care
STEAM Education
Language Enrichment
Outdoor Learning
Parent Communication App
Nutrition Programs
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- NECPA-accredited programs exceeding state education standards
- Small class sizes with consistent teacher-child ratios
- Research-backed Learning Beyond Paper curriculum with STEAM integration
- Comprehensive security measures including PIN-access and CCTV monitoring
- CACFP-certified meals prepared in full commercial kitchens
Associations and certifications
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)
What people say
Experienced teachers
Clean environment
Structured curriculum
Child development focus
Secure facilities
Services
Preschool Programs
Our preschool curriculum combines play-based learning with academic fundamentals to prepare children aged 3-5 for elementary school. Through STEAM activities, literacy exercises, and social-emotional development, we foster critical thinking and independence. Certified teachers use Learning Beyond Paper's research-backed framework to create personalized learning plans that address individual needs while exceeding Nevada state standards.
Infant Care
Designed for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months, our infant care provides nurturing environments that support early development. Educators follow home routines for feeding and sleeping while introducing sensory play and baby signing to enhance communication skills. NECPA-accredited facilities feature dedicated playgrounds and commercial kitchens providing age-appropriate meals for holistic growth.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp offers structured activities for children aged 6-12, including STEM projects, arts & crafts, and weekly field trips to pools and cultural sites. The program emphasizes social development through group activities while maintaining rigorous safety standards with CPR-certified staff and secure transportation. Nutritious meals are included daily in tuition costs.
Before/After School Care
Providing care from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, our before/after school services support working families with homework assistance and supervised activities. Certified teachers facilitate both structured learning and child-directed play while maintaining secure facilities with PIN-access entry. Nutritious breakfast and snacks are included in tuition packages.
STEAM Education
Integrated STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) activities are incorporated across all age groups to develop critical thinking skills. Through hands-on projects and problem-solving exercises, children learn to apply academic concepts in practical contexts while fostering creativity and innovation within NECPA-accredited educational frameworks.
People
Brandie Heiseler
Director
Director with 16 years of early childhood education experience, holding a Social Work degree from Southern Illinois University and a Child Development Associate Credential. Leads Watch Me Grow since 2008, focusing on community partnerships and program development while maintaining NECPA accreditation standards.
Julianne Butler
Educator
Early childhood educator since 2006, participating in HighScope Curriculum training and pursuing a Child Development Associate Credential. Emphasizes collaborative learning environments that encourage children's natural curiosity through structured play and discovery-based activities.
Questions
Is Watch Me Grow nationally accredited?
Yes, we hold National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA), which requires meeting rigorous standards for facilities, staff qualifications, and educational quality that exceed state requirements.
What curriculum do you use?
We implement the research-backed Learning Beyond Paper curriculum supplemented with STEAM activities, language enrichment, and social-emotional learning modules tailored to each developmental stage.
Are meals included in tuition?
Yes, all programs include CACFP-approved breakfast, lunch, and snacks prepared daily in our commercial kitchen, with special dietary needs accommodated as required.
How do you ensure child safety?
Our facilities feature PIN-access doors, CCTV monitoring, CPR-certified staff, and secure playgrounds. Daily attendance tracking and visitor verification procedures maintain strict security protocols.
Do you accept subsidy programs?
We participate in Military Fee Assistance through NACCRRA and the Las Vegas Urban League's Child Care Subsidy Program for income-eligible families seeking quality early education options.
What summer camp options exist?
Our summer program runs May-August with field trips, STEM projects, and outdoor activities for ages 6-12, operating from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM with flexible scheduling options.
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