Over The Rainbow
Creating a Brighter Tomorrow Through Early Childhood Development
Preschool & Childcare Center Serving Hamden and Cheshire CT
Where Learning Meets Love
Begin Your Child’s Journey At
An Over The Rainbow Learning Center
We offer a nurturing environment where children can flourish. Our childcare centers promote appropriate development with special emphasis on social, emotional, physical, and cognitive benchmarks through the idea that learning can be fun. Our warm and home-like atmosphere offers love and security for children to grow through hands-on learning activities.
How Old Is Your Child?
Childcare For Infants
(6 Weeks - 12 Months)
Our Infants program is centered around the unique needs of babies in this age group. We provide infants a loving, nurturing environment designed especially to promote early growth and comfort. Staff members focus on muscular development, incorporating activities like tummy time and crawling assistance.
Childcare For Waddlers
(12 Months - 18 Months)
Our Waddlers program eases your child’s transition from infancy to toddlerhood through greater engagement. We continue to prioritize hands-on activities to foster development, preparing your child for the next stage of their learning journey. This program introduces age-appropriate lessons that lay the foundation for their growth and exploration.
Childcare For Toddlers
(18 Months - 36 Months)
Our Toddler program uses the skills learned in the previous level to introduce more dynamic engagement. In addition to our loving and secure environment, we introduce more organized activities, including our exciting "Soccer Shots" program. This helps toddlers develop essential skills while having fun and building social connections with their peers.
Childcare For Preschoolers
(3 Years and up)
For children aged 3 to 4 years old, our Preschool program offers a dynamic and more comprehensive learning experience. With dedicated instructors for everything from music and dance to karate, your child will have the opportunity to explore their interests and talents. This program nurtures creativity while fostering development.
Childcare For Pre-K
(4 Years - 5 Years)
Our Pre-K program builds upon the strong foundation laid in our Preschool program, with a specific focus on preparing your child for kindergarten. We engage children in age-appropriate activities that enhance their cognitive, social, and emotional development. Your child will thrive in our stimulating environment as they develop the skills and confidence needed for a successful transition to elementary school.
High-Quality Child Care in CT
Proprietary Curriculum
Our curriculum focuses on the whole child and includes activities such as music, dance, art, science, math, language arts, and outdoor play. The unique approach in each classroom places the individual needs and dynamics of each child at the forefront while still meeting all state standards according to ELDS, the Connecticut state standards for developmental benchmarks in childhood development.
Safety First Protocols
At Over the Rainbow Learning Center, we prioritize the well-being of your child before all else. With biometric fingerprinting, we identify everyone entering the building, providing round-the-clock security. In addition, our schools are monitored by security cameras in all areas both inside and outside. Staff members are CPR-trained and certified.
General Standards with Specialized Accommodation
Over the Rainbow strives to provide equitable access to quality education for all children. We understand that families may have varying financial situations, and we are proud to participate in Connecticut’s “Care 4 Kids” state subsidy program, which assists families with tuition costs so that children from families of all walks of life can receive the educational foundation they deserve. Moreover, we are dedicated to offering reasonable accommodations for children with special needs, collaborating closely with services like Birth to 3 to provide comprehensive support. While we cannot provide one-on-one care, our staff makes every effort to provide reasonable accommodations for children with special needs within our programs. Our approach is always rooted in thoughtful planning and decision-making, with the ultimate goal of ensuring the best possible educational experience for each child.
Contact Us
At Over the Rainbow, we are committed to providing your child with a safe, loving, and stimulating environment that fosters growth, exploration, and early learning.
For more information regarding our Programs, please reach out to one of our enrollment specialists to schedule a tour.
