🌿 Candace’s Caring Corner
A family‑run, nature‑rich child development home in Davenport, Iowa
Learning Through Play
Welcome to Our Child Development Program - Where Little Learners Grow, Explore, and Thrive!
At our cozy play-based childcare program in Central Davenport, we believe that early childhood education is a magical time filled with curiosity, discovery, and connections. Our days are thoughtfully designed to nurture the whole child supporting social-emotional growth, early learning, independence, and joyful exploration.
We offer childcare services for children birth-12. Monday-Friday
First / Second/ Third Shift
State Registered Category. B Child Development Home, IQ4K Level 2 rating.
CACFP Participation
Accepting IL and IA Childcare Assistance
🌼 Welcome 🌼
At Candace’s Caring Corner children grow through play, curiosity, and connection.
Our family‑run program specializes in child development for children of all ages and stages. We offer a warm home‑like environment where little ones explore nature, build early STEM skills, and form secure relationships that support lifelong learning for when they enter school.
We believe childhood should feel joyful, safe, and full of wonder and we design every day with that in mind.
What we stand for
🍃 Our Philosophy
We follow a play‑based, nature‑inspired approach that nurtures the whole child:
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Hands‑on sensory and STEM exploration
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Outdoor learning woven into daily routines
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Respectful caregiving and responsive relationships
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Family partnership at the heart of everything we do
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Culturally rich, developmentally appropriate experiences
Our goal is simple: help children feel loved, capable, and ready to learn.
🌱 What We Offer
Infant & Toddler Care (Birth–3 Years)
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Individualized routines
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Daily sensory and STEM activities
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Nature walks, outdoor play, and gardening
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Music, language, and early literacy experiences
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Safe, nurturing environment with consistent caregivers
Family‑Centered Support
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Open communication
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Daily reports
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Collaborative goal‑setting
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Warm, welcoming relationships with families
🏡 About Our Program
Candace’s Caring Corner is a state‑registered, IQ4K‑rated childcare program operated by a mother‑daughter team with deep experience in early childhood development. Our home is filled with love, learning, and the joyful energy of children exploring their world.
We are proud to be recognized for high‑quality care and our commitment to continuous improvement.
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