Learning Grove

10/06/2026

Thanks to LINK nky for the spotlight on our new preschool classroom at Newport Independent School District's Newport Primary School! Newport families, we're now enrolling ages 3-5 for AM, PM, and FULL-DAY PreK. Link to sign up for updates and info is in the comments.

Another big thank you to Educate NKY for their visionary leadership and impactful investments to elevate education in our community!

Newport and Southgate independent school districts are offering all-day, year-round services for preschoolers, with funding from EducateNKY.

10/02/2026

This week, Learning Grove Chief Program Officer Patti Gleason joined leaders from Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency and Ohio Head Start Association, Inc. at the National Head Start Association 2026 Fall Leadership Institute in Washington, D.C. There, they joined more than 650 Head Start leaders and stakeholders to take a deep dive into policy, funding, workforce and advocacy.

Our Ohio partners were able to meet with Rep. Greg Landsman, Congressman Warren Davidson, Senator Bernie Moreno and Senator Jon Husted to directly share critical information on the importance of preserving the quality standards built by Early Head Start and Head Start.

Learning Grove will always speak up for what young children deserve: high-quality early learning experiences and a commitment to protect the standards that make them possible.

10/01/2026

We're getting close, and we can't wait to welcome preschoolers to our new classroom at Newport Independent School District's Newport Primary School!

We have just a few remaining spots for AM, PM, and full-day learning. Ready to join us? Send us your info at the link in comments.

09/25/2026

After reading Boxitects by Kim Smith, one of our PreK classes became curious about creating with boxes. Their teachers did not rush them toward a preplanned result. The children had time to share ideas, listen to one another and decide what they wanted to build. Over three days, they imagined a treehouse and a castle, then worked together to bring their ideas to life.

Along the way, they practiced communication, collaboration, problem-solving and creative thinking. Their teachers provided materials, helped with larger cuts and asked thoughtful questions, but the ideas and direction belonged to the children.

This is constructivism in action. Our skilled teachers do not simply deliver activities. They listen, observe and build meaningful learning experiences around children’s questions, interests and discoveries.

Explore our Learning Grove PreK locations and find a place where your child’s ideas are taken seriously and their curiosity has room to lead. 🌱

Link to locations in comments.

09/22/2026

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09/17/2026

We’re thrilled to share that Learning Grove CEO Shannon Starkey-Taylor has been named among the honorees for the Better Business Bureau Cincinnati 2026 Torch Awards for Ethics program.

Ethics are naturally woven into the core of Learning Grove, because our work with children, families and communities begins with trust. Shannon is the leader who brings that commitment to life, creating a vibrant workplace culture where strong values guide our work within Learning Grove and throughout the community.

✨ Join us in celebrating Shannon! We look forward to cheering her on at the Centennial Gala next month. ✨

09/16/2026

The most important part of learning to read happens before a child can read a single word.

At Learning Grove, we design our classrooms with cozy spaces to make books feel welcoming, joyful and always within reach.

If your child already attends Learning Grove, take a closer look at their reading area during your next visit and let us know what you see! If you are searching for preschool, ask yourself: Is this a place where my child could fall in love with books?

Come see what a thoughtfully designed reading space can inspire. Schedule your Learning Grove tour today! 🌱 Link to more info in comments.

09/14/2026

Congratulations to our partners at Be NKY Growth Partnership on this well-earned national recognition! We are grateful for their forward-thinking support of college and career preparation that creates real, lasting impact for Northern Kentucky students and our region.

BE NKY’s Roadmap for Workforce Development, backed by $440,000 in education funding, received a 2026 IEDC Bronze Award.

09/11/2026

Every child experiences hard moments - so does every grownup! Crying, hitting, refusing to join in or becoming quiet may signal a big feeling or an unmet need a child cannot yet express.

At Learning Grove, we believe behaviors are feelings to be understood. Our teachers stay calm, keep children safe and set clear, caring limits. Because social-emotional growth is central to our approach, we help children name their feelings, talk about what they need and learn healthier ways to respond.

We do not simply correct behavior or discourage feelings. We help children understand themselves and build skills that will serve them for life.

Give your child a preschool experience where their feelings are heard, their needs are understood and their whole self is supported. Enroll at Learning Grove today. Link in comments.

09/04/2026

We will *always* take sensory play seriously at Learning Grove.

Sensory play supports children as they build language, strengthen motor skills, test ideas and learn how their bodies respond to the world around them.

These small moments can also help children slow down, focus and feel more regulated.

You bet it can get messy, and that's okay! The spills and sticky hands are part of freely exploring and learning.

We also send a special shoutout to our teachers, who choose materials with purpose, guide each discovery and welcome the mess as part of the magic. 🌱