MVCDC St. Joseph Center: Part Day and School Day Childcare in Springfield, OH

or over 60 years, Miami Valley Child Development Centers (MVCDC) has been the premier name for early learning in Springfield, Ohio and Clark County. Our specialized St. Joseph Center, conveniently located at 819 Kenton Street, proudly delivers high-quality, free and affordable childcare focused on early education. This location offers crucial Part-Day and School-Day hours for children, ensuring local families have flexible scheduling options that support their child's success.

Our commitment to the community extends beyond education. MVCDC provides dedicated Family Support Specialists and coaches who partner with Springfield families to foster independence and financial stability.

Eligibility for our free or low-cost enrollment is primarily income-based (generally 100% of the Federal Poverty Level or less), but we strongly encourage all Springfield families to apply. This includes those with children experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or with identified disabilities. MVCDC is dedicated to ensuring every child in our community has access to the comprehensive support needed for a strong start.

Serving Families Across Clark County and the Miami Valley

The MVCDC St. Joseph Center is a dedicated part of the expansive Miami Valley Child Development Centers network, proudly delivering premier Head Start programs across Montgomery, Clark, and Madison counties, with deep commitment to Springfield, Ohio. Located at 819 Kenton Street, we provide essential center-based programs with flexible Part-Day and School-Day hours, ensuring Springfield families always find reliable scheduling options that integrate seamlessly with their busy routines.

Our specialized Head Start program is expertly designed for children aged three to five, preparing them for kindergarten success. We offer Springfield families nurturing, high-quality early education, individually tailored to meet specific developmental needs and help children achieve crucial academic milestones. This vital program is conveniently available right here in Springfield, guaranteeing parents have easy access to trusted care options that fully support educational readiness and growth.

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Springfield Locations

Home Base

MVCDC Springfield Home Base is a community organization based in Springfield, OH, offering a range of services and support to local residents.
1111 Sunset Ave Springfield, OH 45505-4213
Clark ECEC

MVCDC Clark ECEC offers Early Head Start, full day, school day, and Therapeutic Intervention Classroom hours.
1001 East John Street Springfield, OH 45505-4205
Springfield Children’s Center

MVCDC Springfield Children’s Center offers Early Head Start and full day hours.
1450 S Yellow Springs St. Springfield OH, 45506-2545
St. Joseph Center

MVCDC St. Joseph Center offers part day and school day hours.
819 Kenton Street Springfield, OH 45505-2125
Town & Country

MVCDC Town & Country offers part day and school day hours.
2430 Van Buren Ave Springfield, OH 45505-2555
Metropolis

MVCDC Metropolis offers school day hours.
102 W High Street Springfield, OH 45502

Excellence in Early Learning and Community Support

The MVCDC St. Joseph Center is dedicated to delivering premier Head Start programs for children aged three to five in Springfield, Ohio. Our facility, located at 819 Kenton Street, provides a highly nurturing educational environment staffed by skilled "brain-builders" who focus on guiding every child through essential developmental milestones. We offer comprehensive, high-quality, free and low-cost education options with flexible Part-Day and School-Day hours to qualifying local families, ensuring your child is fully prepared for kindergarten and long-term academic success.

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The primary difference is the length of attendance. Our Part-Day hours option provides focused early education for a shorter duration, typically three to four hours per day. The School-Day hours option mirrors a standard school day, offering longer attendance to accommodate the schedules of working or attending-school parents in Springfield. Both options deliver the same high-quality Head Start curriculum.
Yes, the Head Start program at the St. Joseph Center is provided completely free of charge for families in Springfield who meet the federal income eligibility guidelines (generally at or below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level). Our commitment is to ensure that financial barriers do not prevent qualifying children from receiving premier early education.
No, the MVCDC St. Joseph Center specifically focuses on the Head Start program, which serves preschool-aged children, typically three to five years old. Infants and toddlers (six weeks to age three) are served by our specialized Early Head Start programs at other designated MVCDC locations in Clark County.
The Head Start program at the St. Joseph Center is expertly designed for children aged three to five years old. The curriculum is tailored to prepare these children for kindergarten and academic success by fostering cognitive, social, and emotional development before they enter public school.
Yes, Family Support is a foundational component of the Head Start model. The St. Joseph Center employs dedicated Family Support Specialists who work directly with parents in Springfield to offer resources, referrals, and coaching aimed at fostering family financial stability, accessing community services, and promoting overall well-being.