Special Program Features

Kids Adventures is conveniently open on many holidays and MCPS professional school days. We also follow the MCPS administrative offices’ emergency closing schedule and remain open on many snow days at no additional cost.

Children enrolled at Kids Adventures benefit from a variety of enrichment programs, including Spanish, Chess, Yoga, Soccer, Swimming, and more! These enrichment activities are provided by specialists and come at no extra cost to our families, as they are not included in tuition fees.

In addition to these programs, we also host our own after-school clubs, which change monthly to keep activities fresh, exciting, and tailored to children’s interests. We encourage children to share their ideas for new clubs, fostering creativity and engagement. For example, students can participate in a Fashion Club, where they design and present a fashion show for their families, or join a Cooking Club led by a professional chef, where they learn valuable culinary skills.

Our diverse enrichment offerings and student-driven clubs provide children with unique opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and express themselves creatively.

Family Engagement Opportunities

Kids Adventures offers activities designed to encourage parent involvement, such as parent meetings, holiday potlucks, end-of-year celebrations, and club events/performances. We warmly welcome and encourage all parents to visit and participate in the activities we offer.

However, it’s important to remember that while parents are valued participants, they are not staff members and should not be expected to take on staff roles.

To ensure the safety and well-being of both parents and children, we have established a set of guidelines for parents to follow when participating in Kids Adventures activities.

Methodology

At Kids Adventures, our methodology is rooted in fostering a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment where children can thrive. We achieve this through child-centered approach. We recognize that every child is unique, and our programs are designed to meet the diverse needs, interests, and developmental stages of each individual. We encourage exploration, creativity, and curiosity through hands-on activities. We empower children to make choices, solve problems, and build confidence.

The safety and well-being of children are our top priorities. We maintain a high staff-to-child ratio to ensure individualized care and supervision. We encourage social interaction and teamwork to build interpersonal skills.

We believe strong partnerships with families are essential for a child’s success. Kids Adventures welcomes parent involvement through events, feedback, and open communication.

Kids Adventures incorporates community-based projects and volunteer opportunities into our programs. Our staff regularly participate in professional development and training to stay informed on the latest best practices in childcare and education.

Food Services

Kids Adventures provides a light breakfast from 7:30am to 8:30am for early arrivals each morning and an afternoon snack. During meals and snacks, children can choose between water or milk. We prioritize the health and well-being of the children in our care by serving fresh fruits or vegetables daily, ensuring they have access to nutritious snacks that support their growth and energy needs. At least four times a week, these fresh options are integrated into our program's meals or snacks, fostering healthy eating habits and introducing children to various wholesome foods. All snacks are low in sodium, low in fat, and made with whole wheat or whole grains. We prioritize limiting fats, sodium, and sugar by reading nutrition labels and serving snacks with no added sugar. All cheese served is made with whole milk. Following childcare regulations, 1% white cow milk is served at every snack and breakfast, and sugary drinks are not offered at any time. Water is always available to children.