About Cradles to Crayons Child Care & Early Learning Center
Love, Learning, & Inclusion Guide An Important Mission
- All families, regardless of income, should have access to top-notch early education and care
- Children with varying abilities should be able to learn at their own developmental level
- Children’s brains develop the most between the ages of 0 and 3
- An anti-biased, inclusive, play-based program is the best environment for young children to learn and thrive
- Family and community involvement are some of the most important aspects of a successful high-quality program
Our Philosophy
At Cradles to Crayons Child Care LLC, we believe that
Children’s brains develop the most between the ages of zero and three.
All families, regardless of income, should have access to high quality childcare during this important time.
Children with varying abilities should be able to receive high quality care and learn at their own developmental stage in an inclusive setting.
An anti-bias, inclusive, play based program is the best environment for young children.
Family and Community involvement is one of the most important aspects of a successful high quality childcare program.
Children’s brains develop the most between the ages of zero and three.
All families, regardless of income, should have access to high quality childcare during this important time.
Children with varying abilities should be able to receive high quality care and learn at their own developmental stage in an inclusive setting.
An anti-bias, inclusive, play based program is the best environment for young children.
Family and Community involvement is one of the most important aspects of a successful high quality childcare program.
Exceptional Care & Learning Under Expert Leadership Since 2012
Founder and owner LaDawn Caldwell is a Detroit native with an undergraduate degree in Economics and Child Development from Michigan State University. LaDawn demonstrates her dedication to high-quality care and early learning by pursuing her Master’s in Early Childhood Education from Spring Arbor University.
She remains committed to using her experience to provide your child with the best possible education and care. She also uses her expertise to give back to the community as a member of the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children, the Greater Lansing Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, and the Lansing Community College Early Education Advisory Committee.
LaDawn’s passion for high-quality early childhood education drives her vision for Cradles to Crayons. She continues to work towards a day when all families in under-served communities have access to safe, loving, exceptional care and learning.
A Diverse Team Of Experienced, Loving, & Qualified Educators
The Creative Curriculum® & Much More Round Out Their Education
Your child’s day is so much more than letters and numbers. Teachers use a blend of academic, cognitive, and social-emotional curricula, plus enrichments, to give your child a well-balanced head start for school and life.
The Blend Of Many Curricula Is What Makes The Program Special
Our ‘Parents In Partnership’ Group Ensures Your Voice Is Heard
Start Your Child’s Extraordinary Learning Journey Today
How Old Is Your Child?
Infants/Toddlers
6 Wks - 2 ½ Years
Preschool
2 ½ - 5 Years
Infants/Toddlers
6 Weeks - 2 ½ Years
Preschool
2 ½ - 5 Years