KINDERGARTEN
Resources for families with kids ages 0-6
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CHILDREN ENTER KINDERGARTEN READY TO SUCCEEDKids across Muncie are entering kindergarten at varying levels of readiness. The resources below are ways to support learning so kids enter the kindergarten learning environment ready to succeed.
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On My Way Pre-K
On My Way Pre-K awards vouchers to 4 year olds from low-income families so that they may have access to a high-quality pre-K program the year before they begin kindergarten. Free if eligible Rolling applications Learn more |
MCS Preschool
MCS preschool program that focuses on each child's social and emotional well-being and physical health and growth, complemented with instruction in the core academic areas. $30/week - voucher eligible April enrollment Learn more |
Early Childhood and
Family Center Mitchell Early Childhood and Family Center provides high-quality childcare by offering developmentally appropriate programs for children ages 6 weeks through 5th grade. Call for cost Open registration Learn more |
Teddy Bear Childcare
Teddy Bear Childcare provides affordable daycare to diverse families within the Muncie community, with particular emphasis on low income families. Call for cost Open enrollment Learn more |
Nature Preschool
Nature Preschool is a program designed to provide a natural, outdoor experience for preschool children. Children explore, discover, and learn in small groups through the guidance of their teacher. Call for cost Open registration Learn more |
Open Door Health Services
Providing primary care, specialty services, and social support services through compassionate support regardless of insurance or income. Learn more |
College Mentors for Kids
Connecting kids to college students through weekly on-campus activities that inspire growth, confidence and brighter futures. Learn more |
Youth Symphony Orchestra of East Central Indiana
Providing musical experiences and education for young musicians through programs and activities including concerts, rehearsals, special events, and field trips. Tuition details available on website Learn more |
United Day Care Center
Providing quality, holistic, affordable licensed child care and early childhood education without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap. Center based child care is available to families of all income levels with low-income families as the target population. Contact for price Online application available Learn more |
Blooming Leaders
Blooming Leaders Childcare provides childcare for families living in the Muncie area. Children engage in play-based, educational activities to help them achieve important milestones. The facility is a home daycare which fosters the development of social skills in a safe, caring environment. Request tuition information online Learn more |
Huffer Memorial Children's Hospital
Providing, enhancing and promoting high quality early childhood care and education for all children and families throughout Delaware County and East Central Indiana. Contact for price Online application available Learn more |
Mitchell Early Childhood and Family Center
High-quality childcare providing developmentally appropriate programs for children ages 6 weeks through 5th grade. Contact for price Waitlist available Learn more |
Kaleidoscope Kids
A daycare center owned and operated by a longtime local daycare provider, offering a safe, nurturing and educational environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5th grade. Contact for price Waitlist available Learn more |
Muncie Children's Museum
Offering many hands-on and interactive exhibits and a variety of programs for visiting families throughout the year. $8 per person with reduced $1 admission for qualifying persons Learn more |
Muncie Civic Theatre: Youth Theatre
Founded in 1931, Muncie Civic Theatre is one of the oldest civic theatres in the state and is located in one of the oldest theaters in the country. Offering quality theatre education programming for youth in kindergarten through 12th grade. Contact for tuition fees Scholarships available Learn more |
Muncie Maternal Mental Health Coalition
Raising awareness about common perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and providing resources to help families thrive. Learn more |
WeCare at Indiana University Health
Offering free in-person visits with a WeCare coach to ensure the health of mothers and their babies. Pregnant women or caregivers of infants can get connect with a coach to gain access to a wide range of free resources including diapers, food, prenatal education, and more. Free Learn more |
Nurse Family Partnership
Pairing individuals pregnant with their first child with a registered nurse for ongoing visits aimed at assisting parents and families in providing the very best start for their children during the earliest, most developmentally critical years. Learn more |
1,000 Books
Before Kindergarten 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is an MPL reading program for parents and caregivers to read 1,000 books to their children before the child starts Kindergarten. Free Always available Learn more |
Muncie BY5
Muncie BY5 is an educational and resource website dedicated to providing parents with information and support for their children's early stages of development. Free Always available Learn more |
Dolly's Imagination Library
Each month, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library mails a high-quality, age appropriate book to all registered children, addressed to them, at no cost to the child's family. Free Available in Muncie Learn more |
Little Free Libraries
Little Free Libraries provide free, donated books to all through a "take one, leave one" system. The libraries work to bolster childhood literacy rates throughout Delaware County. Free Always available Learn more |
Little Learner's Passport
Connecting families with the community through 100 fun brain-building activities—from preparing a meal, to exploring textures, and even to visiting local landmarks. Free Always available Learn more |
FINE MOTOR SKILLS
Develop fine motor skills through activities like coloring, drawing, cutting with scissors, and playing with building blocks. |
LISTENING SKILLS
Strengthen listening skills by playing games that involve following verbal instructions or listening to short stories. |
ESTABLISH ROUTINES
Create a daily routine to mimic the structure of a kindergarten day. This helps children adapt to a school schedule. |
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