Toledo, Ohio

Hello there,
we'd love to meet your little one.

For over 25 years, Kynard's Child Development Center has been a warm, nurturing home away from home — where children ages 6 weeks to 6 years are encouraged to explore, grow, and discover the world around them.

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25+ Years Serving Toledo

6 wks–6 yrs Age Groups

Licensed & Insured

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Faith-Based Community

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About Us

A place where your child is known,
valued, and nurtured.

When we opened our doors in 1995, our promise was simple: every child deserves a beginning filled with love, safety, and genuine curiosity. That promise hasn't changed.

Located on Upton Avenue in Toledo, Kynard's Child Development Center is more than a daycare — it's a community. We serve infants, toddlers, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten-ready children in a home-like environment where small ratios and experienced caregivers make all the difference.

Our program blends structured early learning with unstructured play, creative expression, and social-emotional growth. We believe the earliest years are the most formative, and we take that responsibility seriously — while never losing sight of the joy that comes with watching a child discover something new.

Small class ratios

Licensed & certified staff

Health & safety first

Faith-based values

Programs

Every stage, thoughtfully supported.

From your baby's first steps to your kindergartener's first "I can read!" moment — we meet children exactly where they are.

Infant classroom with soft cushions and gentle toys

6 weeks – 18 months

Infant Care

A calm, responsive environment where infants build trust through consistent, loving care. Individual feeding and sleeping schedules, tummy time, sensory play, and one-on-one bonding with dedicated caregivers.

Individualized care routines
Low infant-to-caregiver ratios
Sensory & motor development

Toddlers exploring educational toys in a bright classroom

18 months – 3 years

Toddler Program

Curiosity is everything at this age. Our toddler room encourages exploration through guided play, language-rich activities, potty-training support, and the freedom to move, ask questions, and learn through doing.

Language & social development
Potty-training assistance
Structured play & outdoor time

3 – 5 years

Preschool

A vibrant learning community where young minds sharpen their skills through literacy, numeracy, science exploration, and creative expression. Children build confidence, cooperation, and a genuine love of learning.

Pre-literacy & early math
Arts, music & movement
Social-emotional learning

5 – 6 years

Kindergarten Readiness

The final step before big-school entry. Our kindergarten prep program strengthens reading readiness, writing fundamentals, critical thinking, and classroom independence — so your child steps into kindergarten confident and prepared.

Reading & writing foundations
Classroom readiness skills
Independent learning habits

Our Approach

Learning through
play, purpose & patience.

We follow a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Ohio's learning standards for early childhood. Every activity is intentional — designed to nurture cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth at each child's own pace.

Play-Based Learning

Children learn best when they're engaged and having fun. Our classrooms are filled with hands-on materials that invite exploration.

Individual Attention

Small group sizes mean every child is seen, heard, and encouraged. We celebrate individual milestones as much as group achievements.

Values & Character

Rooted in faith-based principles, we teach kindness, respect, gratitude, and integrity — skills that last far beyond the classroom.

Family Partnership

We partner with parents as the primary caregivers. Regular communication, parent events, and open-door policies keep families connected.

Children engaged in a hands-on learning activity at Kynard's

Children playing outside in the safe, fenced playground area

Visit Us

Come see the difference
a caring environment makes.

We invite you and your family to tour our center, meet our caregivers, and ask all the questions you have. There's no pressure — just an honest look at whether we're the right fit for your child.

Address 3300 Upton Ave
Toledo, OH 43613-5111

Phone 1-419-475-2665

Email stephaniedkynard@gmail.com

Hours Monday – Friday
6:30 AM – 6:00 PM

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Get In Touch

We'd love to hear
from you.

Whether you're looking for full-time care, part-time support, or just have questions about our programs — reach out. We respond to every inquiry personally.

1-419-475-2665 stephaniedkynard@gmail.com

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Hello there, we'd love to meet your little one.

A place where your child is known, valued, and nurtured.