Growing Minds & Hearts
Providing Exceptional Childcare in the Tri-State since 1983
Playmates Preschools & Child Development Centers
We Care Enough to Make a Difference!
Playmates Preschools & Child Development Centers, We Care Enough to Make a Difference. Offering programs that are age-appropriate and developmentally-appropriate. We are a leading provider of high-quality care and education for children and their families.

Infants
Our programs use The Creative Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers which focuses on what is most essential for healthy growth and development.

Preschool
The preschool programs use The Creative Curriculum for Preschools which enhances social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development.

School Age
Providing academic support and enrichment activities before and/or after school for students at the elementary and middle school level.

Teen Center
Young adults of the Westmoreland Teen Center play an active role in shaping the center’s culture and community. Offering a variety of…Â
📣 Playmates is Making Headlines!
From summer camps to community partnerships, Playmates is regularly featured in local news for the fun, learning, and impact we bring to children and families.
Mission Statement
Playmates Preschools & Child Development Centers, We Care Enough to Make a Difference. We are a leading provider of high-quality care and education for children and their families.
Nationally Accredited
NAEYC Accreditation is a voluntary system by which programs measure themselves against a national set of standards. NAEYC Accreditation has been, and continues to be, the mark of quality in early childhood education.
Our Philosophy
The philosophy of Playmates Preschools and Child Development Centers, Inc. (Playmates) is to develop and deliver a curriculum that promotes the physical and emotional well-being of children from cradle to college.
Our Staff
Our staff is made up of well-educated individuals. The director and teaching staff are carefully chosen, and our staff turnover rate is very low, offering experience and continuity.
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