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Tick Tock Early Learning Center Providing Exceptional Care & Early Childhood Education to Children in Chester County since 1964.

Tick Tock Early Learning Center's services and employment are provided in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, s*x, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, disability, and age. Tick Tock Early Learning Center is registered and recognized as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Our federal EIN is 23-1646698 under the original incorporation name of Southern Chester County Day Care Association, DBA – Tick Tock Early Learning Center.

¡Viva México! 🇲🇽Today, our children proudly wore traditional Mexican attire in celebration of Mexican Independence Day. ...
09/16/2026

¡Viva México! 🇲🇽

Today, our children proudly wore traditional Mexican attire in celebration of Mexican Independence Day. We are honored to celebrate rich traditions, vibrant culture, and meaningful heritage of the many Mexican families who are such an important part of our Tick Tock community.

What a beautiful day filled with culture, pride, and joy! ❤️🤍💚

08/31/2026

There’s nothing quite like the first day of school. 🚌

The excitement. The butterflies. The big first-day smiles. New teachers, new friends, new routines, and a whole year of learning, growing, and fun waiting ahead.

We wished our school-age kids good luck as they headed off to Mary D. Lang Kindergarten Center, Greenwood, Bancroft, and New Garden Elementary Schools, and Avon Grove Charter School this morning and we can’t wait to hear all about their day when they return to Tick Tock this afternoon.

A special thanks to the LongwoodRotaryClub for outfitting hundreds of young students in our community with brand new backpacks and all the school supplies needed for a successful year ahead.

Here’s to new beginnings and a wonderful school year! 📚 ✏️ 🍎

08/30/2026

☀️ That’s a wrap on another unforgettable summer at Tick Tock!

From field trips and special visitors to outdoor adventures, messy projects, lots of laughter, and plenty of time spent just having fun with friends, our children packed a lot of memories into one summer.

But some of the best moments were the simplest ones — friendships growing stronger, new friendships beginning, trying something new, laughing until their bellies hurt, and spending long summer days together.

We’re so grateful for another summer filled with fun, friendship, learning, and memories our children will carry with them long after summer ends.

Here’s to the friends we made, the adventures we shared, and a summer well spent. 💙

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08/26/2026

Tick Tock’s Got Talent! 🎤 🌟

Check out the highlights from our annual summer camp talent show!

🍎 NOW ENROLLING FOR FALL! 🍎 Quality early learning designed with working families in mind. At Tick Tock Early Learning C...
08/21/2026

🍎 NOW ENROLLING FOR FALL! 🍎

Quality early learning designed with working families in mind.

At Tick Tock Early Learning Center, children spend their days learning, exploring, playing, and growing - while parents have the peace of mind that comes from reliable, year-round care that works with their schedule and their budget.

From engaging early learning experiences and caring, qualified educators to nutritious meals, and affordable tuition, we’re here to support the whole child - and the whole family.

🖍️ Serving children from 12 months through 5th grade
⭐️ Proud Keystone STARS 4 program
⏰ Open Monday - Friday, 7am - 6pm
🍏 Breakfast, lunch and snack included
📚Affordable tuition based on family income

Contact us today to learn more or schedule a visit!

07/20/2026

🎶 E-I-E-I-O… What could be better than a trip to the farm? Having the farm come to you! 🚜🐐🌽

One of the greatest gifts we can give children is the opportunity to experience the world firsthand. While books and pictures introduce new ideas, real-life experiences bring those stories to life. Those connections become the foundation for stronger language development, richer vocabulary, and improved reading comprehension as children grow.

This week, our campers were treated to a special visit from the farm! They met friendly farm animals, learned about life on the farm, asked thoughtful questions, and explored with all of their senses. The excitement on their faces said it all.

At Tick Tock, we believe children learn best through hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and wonder. Every adventure—whether in our classrooms or right outside our doors—helps build the background knowledge children will draw upon for years to come .

Because when they later read about a goat, a sheep, or a chicken in a book, they won’t just imagine it… they’ll remember petting one, hearing their sounds, and smiling the whole time. ❤️🐓🐑

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It can be hard to part with your children’s belongings. Each toy holds memories of a childhood that seems to pass far to...
07/20/2026

It can be hard to part with your children’s belongings. Each toy holds memories of a childhood that seems to pass far too quickly. But there is something incredibly special about knowing those treasured toys can help create new memories for another child.

At Tick Tock Early Learning Center, we happily accept donations of current, high-quality toys and learning materials that are in excellent condition. This adorable farmers market set was recently donated, and the moment we saw it, we knew it had to be part of our Summer Camp Farm Week!

Set up in a dramatic play area, the children spent days planting, harvesting, organizing, shopping, and selling fresh “produce.” Through imaginative play, they practiced communication, problem-solving, teamwork, early math, and literacy skills—all while having an absolute blast. It was the perfect way to prepare for the children’s very own farmers market a few days later… and we can’t wait to share more about that soon! 🌽🍎🥕🥬

At Tick Tock, we believe some of the most meaningful learning happens through hands-on play. When you donate your family’s gently loved toys, you’re not simply clearing out a playroom—you’re giving those cherished items a second life and giving dozens of young learners the opportunity to imagine, discover, create, and make memories of their own.

Thank you to the generous family who shared this wonderful gift with our children. ❤️

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Tick Tock Early Learning Center! ❤️🤍💙

Today, we celebrate the freedoms that have shaped our nation and honor the generations who have worked to protect them. We also recognize that the promise of liberty and opportunity for all is something we must continue striving toward together.

Every day at Tick Tock, we have the privilege of seeing that brighter future taking shape. In classrooms filled with curiosity, kindness, resilience, and joy, our children remind us that the next generation is capable of incredible things. They teach us to ask questions, include others, celebrate differences, and believe that tomorrow can be even better than today.

As we celebrate Independence Day, we are grateful for the opportunity to help nurture the leaders, helpers, innovators, and neighbors of tomorrow. Our students remind us every day that our future is bright.

Wishing our Tick Tock families and community a safe, joyful, and meaningful Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

These beautiful flower arrangements were lovingly created by our students with guidance from the amazing members of Spad...
06/19/2026

These beautiful flower arrangements were lovingly created by our students with guidance from the amazing members of Spade and Trowel Garden Club who donated their time and materials to help each child design a special gift for someone special on Mother’s Day.

We planned to share them weeks ago but somewhere between spring events, end-of-school celebrations, and launching summer camp, this post got buried in our to-do list.

Just like at home, caring for children can be messy, busy, exhausting, wonderful, and sometimes a month behind schedule!

As families gear up to celebrate Father’s Day this weekend, we’re taking a moment to honor all the parents and caregivers who help our children grow, bloom, and thrive.

Happy Mother’s Day (a little late). Happy Father’s Day (right on time). And thank you, Kennett Square Spade and Trowel Club, for helping our children create something beautiful. 🌷

Count with me! How many guinea pigs do you see? The children arrived on Monday expecting summer camp…They didn’t expect ...
06/19/2026

Count with me! How many guinea pigs do you see?

The children arrived on Monday expecting summer camp…

They didn’t expect to meet a mama guinea pig and her babies!

Over the next few weeks, our campers will learn about responsibility, empathy, and animal care. Safe to say, our newest guests have already stolen the show! 💕


Address

1694 Baltimore Pike
Avondale, PA
19311

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+16102688134

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