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At Learning Ladder we know that children benefit from high quality early learning programs by gaining the cognitive, social and intellectual skills needed to succeed in life. Here, children have access to Intentional and purposeful activities designed to get them ready for learning and exploration in the school setting. Curriculum is tailored and refined for individual children, and parents are highly involved in the child’s plan.

5 Star Step Up to Quality Child Development and Learning Programs

Children have just 1,892 days from the day they are born until they enter kindergarten. Here at Learning Ladder, we know that it is vital to provide care and education that exceeds the licensing requirement. Both our locations have been awarded 4 Stars by Step Up to Quality.

High-quality learning and development programs like Learning Ladder provides are important because early experiences last a lifetime. These experiences lay the foundation for success in school and life.

A Step Up To Quality Five-Star rated program exposes your child to:

Lower staff/child ratios. Teachers have more time to support your child’s individual development and learning. This is important because 90% of brain development occurs by the time your child is 6 years old.
Top-notch Teaching Staff. The administrator and teachers have higher education qualifications. The administrator and most teachers have bachelor’s or master’s degrees or many years of experience working with young children. These qualifications benefit your child’s development and learning.
Staff who are Life-Long Learners. The administrator and teaching staff are committed to expanding their knowledge and skills to better support your child’s development and learning.

Lesson Planning. Teachers use a written plan of activities that covers all areas of development. Our program develops a written, research-based lesson plan that provides opportunities for exploration and learning for your child.
Family Enrichment. Learning Ladder builds relationships with families. Families contribute to their child’s education plan and share information about their child’s progress toward jointly developed learning goals.
Community Support. We value input from families and the community. Each year, we communicate with families and neighborhood organizations about program goals and accomplishments.

Dondra Coleman

Owner/Administrator

Mrs. Dondra Coleman, holds an M. Ed from BGSU in Educational Leadership & Supervision; a B.A. from University of Toledo in Education and taught 6^th -12^th grade for Toledo Public Schools from 2002 -2008. Dondra is a wife and mother of two young boys.