Bridgeport Child Development Center 2
Fostering a Community of Growth
The Bridgeport Child Development Center II offers learning materials and activities for children ages 2-12, including those with special needs. This center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and has served the local community with high quality education and care since 2008.
Personalized Learning
Staff set unique goals and daily life experiences, preparing your child for kindergarten using The Creative Curriculum®. We plan intentional, individualized learning using art, music, and more, with daily homework assistance and full program days when Chicago Public Schools are closed.
We help your child grow in:
- Math
- Science
- Cognitive skills
- Social-emotional skills
- Physical skills
- Language and literacy development
Our After School curriculum follows the STEM philosophy to help with problem-solving through hands-on activities.
Healthy Lifestyles
Our center uses a Healthy Lifestyles curriculum that emphasizes healthy eating, exercise, and protecting the environment. Nutritious catered menu options are offered for breakfast, lunch, and PM snack at no additional cost. Daily outdoor activities include nature walks in the neighborhood, and active play on our outdoor playground shared with our neighbor center, Bridgeport Child Development Center I.
Parent & Family Engagement
Our center has adopted the Strengthening Families Program, which supports child development by building strong partnerships with parents and families of children in the program. Here are a few ways we get families involved:
- Gardening
- Community clean-up
- Exercise
- Recycling projects
- Monthly parent meetings
- In-house field trips
Programs Offered Here
Bridgeport Child Development Center 2
Overview
PROGRAMS
Toddler
Preschool
School Age
Summer Camp
TEACHER-TO-CHILD RATIOS
1:6 Toddler
1:10 Preschool
1:15 School Age
SUMMER CAMP
Full-day summer camp program for school-age children 6-12 years old.
ACCREDITATIONS/ LICENSES
Council on Accreditation
DCFS
Illinois ExceleRate
Gold Circle of Quality
NAEYC
We work with the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) to provide premier child care services at a reduced rate. Contact us for more information.
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what parents are saying
“I find this center very child friendly which includes the environment. The staff and the teachers are very helpful. They have a lot of resources. They not only teach my kids, but they care about our family too. My kids like this center very much. I appreciate what they do for us. They give me progress updates on my children and assist me in making my children successful.”
“I have seen the teachers in the classroom use different methods to help the children reach their academic goals. You see the individuality in the curriculum and the teacher’s teaching methods. All the staff I have come in contact with is helpful, nice and show respect to the parents. They let the children use their imagination in the classroom through art and other activities.”
“The teachers have a lot of patience for the children and good services. I am satisfied with all services at the school. I never worry about my children when they are here. I appreciate what they do for my children.”
“Everyone is respectful, and they take really good care of my son.”
Our Team
Anna Wiedmyer
Assistant Director
Joined 2015
I love working with families towards our common goal of growing their child. Every day is different from the last, so I am always challenged with professional growth.
Rachel Cornelio
Center Office Manager
Joined 2019
I enjoy helping children and families have a great early childhood experience by ensure classrooms have all the materials they need to succeed. I also enjoy helping staff when needed.
Address
514 W. 31st St
Chicago, IL 60616
Phone
312-949-4015
Business Hours
Weekdays - 7:30AM to 6:00PM