Daycare in Landenberg, PA

Nurturing early learning, infants through pre-K

Book a tour and see the Ducklings difference in person.

Daycare in Landenberg, PA

Nurturing early learning, infants through pre-K

Book a tour and see the Ducklings difference in person.

Early Learning Programs for Ages 6 Weeks to 6 Years

Early Learning Programs for Ages 6 Weeks to 6 Years

Infants

6 weeks – 1 year

Toddlers

1-3 years

Preschoolers

3-6 years

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The Ducklings Difference

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Safe & Secure

Secure entry and steady routines. Teachers who notice when your child needs a minute, and give it to them.

Play-based Learning

Your child learns by doing. Making choices, making friends, and chasing whatever they find interesting.

Research-backed Curriculum

Each day is designed to meet your child where they are, with lessons built on real research, not busywork.

Experienced Teachers

Your child’s teacher will know their quirks, their milestones, and exactly what makes them light up.

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Why Landenberg Families Love Ducklings

A.D. B.
Honestly, it's the best day care that my children have ever had the opportunity to be a part of. The staff is always so nice and welcoming and they truly have a heart for children! 10/10
Hayly F.
Ducklings is AMAZING! My children and I started back in January when they opened up this location and we have never been more happier! My children LOVE their teachers and are excited every day to share with me what they learned that day (we don’t even make it out of the parking lot!) As a teacher I absolutely love it! I have been working in childcare for 10+ years and have never felt more valued! And I am able to let my creativity blossom! Kelly, our director, is amazing and she has an awesome team built! (We all are like family!) And has a special heart for all the “ducklings” at our school! This place is wonderful! Thanks for making us so happy!
Christopher J.
We couldn't be more thrilled with Ducklings! Our 4-year-old has made incredible progress in just a few weeks—she's learned her days of the week, started sounding out letters, and comes home singing all the circle time songs. She's so happy, making new friends, and excited to tell us all about her day. Our 2-year-old had a bit of a tough start, but thanks to the amazing support and care from the team at Ducklings, she's really blossomed. The staff is fantastic with their creative art projects, engaging learning activities, and their focus on both education and creativity. Kelly, the Director, has assembled such a talented, kind, and dedicated team. They genuinely love working with kids and it shows in everything they do. After nearly four years with an au pair, we were nervous about finding the right place for our girls. We toured so many schools and daycares, but the moment we found Ducklings, we knew it was the perfect fit. We stopped searching and signed up right away. We’re so grateful for the peace of mind we have knowing our girls are safe, happy, and well-cared for every day. Thank you, Ducklings, for being such a wonderful place for our children to grow and thrive!

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MEET JODY THOMPSON:

Jody Thompson, the visionary founder of Ducklings Early Learning Center, has dedicated over three decades to nurturing young minds. Her journey began in the late 1980s as a preschool teacher and evolved as she returned to college as a working mother to major in child psychology. Identifying a gap in daycare services, Jody innovated a curriculum that integrated educational components into daily childcare, transforming the landscape from mere babysitting to enriched and inclusive early learning experiences.

In 1994, she established the first Ducklings Early Learning Center, laying the foundation for what would become a thriving family mission. Joined by her daughters, who progressed from teacher’s aides to leaders within the organization, Jody has cultivated a true family enterprise. Under her guidance, Ducklings has grown to over a dozen centers, each embodying the core values of collaboration, creation, and celebration, deeply rooted in professional integrity and respect for families.

Today, Ducklings is recognized as a leader in educational childcare, and through expanding franchise opportunities, Jody’s vision is set to reach and enrich even more communities across the country.

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385 Starr Rd, Landenberg, PA 19350

Monday – Friday · 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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