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About The Family Place
in Carmel
About The Family Place in Carmel
We are a preschool in Carmel, following the concept of “learning through play” and recognizing that each child is unique while learning at their own pace. We care for children from 0 to 6 years old, and provide a wide range of age-appropriate resources and activities to encourage their development daily.
Our Philosophy
Simple. We are here to care for your child the way you want us to. We listen to our families and implement their desires into each child's program and daily regimen. We welcome change and flexibility, because no child is alike. Our curriculum consists of one-on-one care that is catered to meet the specific needs of the individual as we offer a first-class early learning education.
Our spaces allow us to be creative in planning activities and lessons for the day. We are unique in the fact that children of all ages get the opportunity to see each other throughout their stay at The Family Place. Our creative concept of teaching gives staff the chance to be extremely unqiue in their curriculum as they arrange lessons with your child's needs in mind.
Our Philosophy
Simple. We are here to care for your child the way you want us to. We listen to our families and implement their desires into each child's program and daily regimen. We welcome change and flexibility, because no child is alike. Our curriculum consists of one-on-one care that is catered to meet the specific needs of the individual as we offer a first-class early learning education.
Our spaces allow us to be creative in planning activities and lessons for the day. We are unique in the fact that children of all ages get the opportunity to see each other throughout their stay at The Family Place. Our creative concept of teaching gives staff the chance to be extremely unqiue in their curriculum as they arrange lessons with your child's needs in mind.
Who We Are
The Family Place was started in 2008 by Owner and CEO, Dr. Charity Holland, aka Dr. MommyC. Dr. MommyC’s original intent was to create an in-home atmosphere that would be enjoyable for children and design a place that they could grow and mature daily. Her initial childcare design was birthed out of the personal frustration she had due to the lack of concern for meeting the changing needs of her own child when he attended an in-home childcare setting. She desired something that would truly help with the essentials for her growing son. She knew if she had the desire for quality care for her own son, others may feel the same way about their children. Her frustration birthed something wonderful, as she planned a solution to the growing problem of quality care for all children.
Dr. MommyC has always been a risk-taker and created "outside of the box" teaching where children were concerned. Today, her desire is unchanged; now at a larger scale. From 2008 up until now, she has served the Hamilton County area with a Nationally Accredited in-home, paths to quality level 4 childcare that grew from one home to three homes, in the heart of the community.
She has always had the desire to do the in-home concept "bigger", under one umbrella, and finally saw her utmost dream come to pass with a new location in 2014. In the summer of 2018, she expanded the building to 8,000 square feet of play space along with the re-branding of a more suitable name; The Family Place Early Enrichment Academy Inc. Just recently she moved to an even larger facility in 2021, with over 12,000 square feet of fun. Now, in 2024,
the long anticipated newest location in Carmel has opened, further expanding the desire to broaden her in-home concept in the heart of Hamilton County.
Dr. MommyC, CEO of The Family Place, is the mother of two miracle children and a wife of 26 years. She is a recent graduate of National University where she obtained her Doctorate of Education (EdD) degree, specializing in Early Childcare Education. She is also a mentor and business coach for others in the field. Dr. MommyC is currently writing several books to continue to help the community in which she serves. Her persistence for excellence still remains, as she does all this as well as coach and mentor her team to pursue higher standards of operation.
Dr. MommyC believes in the innovative approach that gives children a bright and positive start in life as she encourages both exploration and discovery, as well as emotional intelligence and building friendships.
Our Core Values
Safety
Safety is the core value that is concerned with the protection of employees, families, and other stakeholders from harm. This value is implemented through policies, procedures and training programs that aim to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses in the workplace.
Honesty & Integrity
Honesty and Integrity are the core values that are related and work together. Honesty refers to the quality of being truthful and straightforward, while integrity is the adherence to a strong moral code. Together we will demonstrate a commitment to being transparent and trustworthy in our dealings with employees, customers, and other stakeholders. This creates a positive reputation and promotes trust and confidence in the organization. Employees are expected to act ethically and with integrity in their work decisions. They are encouraged to speak up and raise any concerns or issues of integrity
they may see.
Strive For Excellence
Strive for excellence is a core value that focuses on achieving the highest level of quality and performance in all aspects of an organization’s operations. It encourages employees to set and achieve high standards, continuously improve, and strive for the best results. We are committed to providing the best possible service and experience to our customers, and to being the best in the early education industry. We foster a culture of innovation and learning, encouraging our employees to take initiative, and reward those who consistently perform at a high level.
Education & Learning
Education and Learning are core values that emphasize the importance of continuous development and improvement for both the organizations and its employees. We invest in the professional and personal growth of our employees and promote a culture of learning and development to those we serve. This is displayed with ongoing training programs, mentoring, tuition reimbursement and other educational opportunities. We are positioning ourselves to stay current and ahead of the curve in the early education industry which also helps in attracting the very best and retain top talent in this industry.
Equity & Inclusion
Equity and Inclusion are core values that promote fairness and equal opportunity for all individuals within the organization, regardless of their background or identity. We value equity and inclusion and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. This includes actively addressing and eliminating any discrimination bias and creating opportunities for underrepresented groups to succeed. We will also be the organization that values equity and inclusion and address the systemic issues that may prevent certain groups from achieving equal access and opportunities. With this we are stronger and more effective teams to improve our relationships with our customers and community.
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Our Story
Hear our story and find out what makes The Family Place such a special and unique center
Merging Teaching and Childcare
We believe that it’s never too early to start learning and that it is vital to always present opportunities for children to learn and grow as soon as they start at our centers.
CEO Dr. MommyC lives to help children mature every day by not only teaching with the "children learn through play" concept and philosophy; but by maintaining its mission to focus on problem-solving, decision making, and self-help while promoting interpersonal communication in the lives of children. With these as our daily focus, she believes it contributes key elements to the child’s confidence, development, and overall self esteem.
About Our Carmel Location
When you visit us here at The Family Place, you’ll see firsthand what makes us different!
Our methods involve active learning and structured play environments as we mirror the Indiana Foundation Standards to get each child in line with school readiness.
Our focus is for children ages 0 to 6 years old as we purposefully allow for free play with mixed ages throughout the day.
Our spacious outdoor area allows children to discover nature and develop an appreciation for the world around them, as well as improving their physical skills and providing the opportunity to build friendships outside of the classroom.
We are always enrolling at The Family Place, Noblesville and Carmel, both Hamilton County - voted one of the top places to live. Two locations, one mission, one focus, one goal; to help families become their best by providing the tools and resources every day for their child's needs to be met overall.
About Our Team
Selected and hand-picked by our CEO Dr. MommyC, we have a mix of teachers with various backgrounds and education levels who all hold one quality: PASSION! Dr. MommyC has found, over the years, that a variety of ages, backgrounds, education levels, and cultures is the solution to a balanced teaching environment. She believes in managing by partnership rather than dictatorship.
What to Expect from The Family Place
Our mission is to provide the highest quality childcare in Carmel, if not the world! As part of our commitment, we provide all of our children with:
Healthy chef-prepared meals each day that meet dietary restrictions and allergies.
Flexible hours to accommodate parents with busy schedules.
The opportunity to explore the surroundings without the use of field trips.
Events that allow kids to learn more about the world around them like career days and guest speakers.
Teaching environments that allow children to lead the learning
Outdoor play that teaches little ones how to respect and interact with nature in a meaningful way.
Parenting classes that help families understand how children learn and provide the support they need to continue their growth at home.
We would be thrilled to have you join our The Family Place Early Enrichment Academy, Inc. Contact us with any questions at 317-348-3702 or click the button below to schedule a tour!
What to Expect from The Family Place
Our mission is to provide the highest quality childcare in Carmel, if not the world! As part of our commitment, we provide all of our children with:
Healthy chef-prepared meals each day that meet dietary restrictions and allergies.
Flexible hours to accommodate parents with busy schedules.
The opportunity to explore the surroundings without the use of field trips.
Events that allow kids to learn more about the world around them like career days and guest speakers.
Teaching environments that allow children to lead the learning
Outdoor play that teaches little ones how to respect and interact with nature in a meaningful way.
Parenting classes that help families understand how children learn and provide the support they need to continue their growth at home.
We would be thrilled to have you join our The Family Place Early Enrichment Academy, Inc. Contact us with any questions at 317-348-3702 or click the button below to schedule a tour!
Why You Should Enroll With Us
Hear for yourself what we have to offer...
Our goal is to create a nurturing, safe, and respectful environment for all children, parents, and staff. This Code of Conduct outlines the expectations we have for parents to ensure a positive experience
for everyone involved.
Why You Should Enroll With Us
Hear for yourself what we have to offer...
Our goal is to create a nurturing, safe, and respectful environment for all children, parents, and staff. This Code of Conduct outlines the expectations we have for parents to ensure a positive experience for everyone involved.
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What We Have to Offer...
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