First Steps Kent

From curriculum to cuddles, structure to support, early educators do it all. And they do it with heart. Because of you, parents can go to work, go to school, and build a future knowing their child is in caring, capable hands.

Thank you for celebrating child care providers this month! If you have any additional appreciation, we’d love to hear 💛



Great Start to Quality Kent Resource Center Bethany Christian Services Kent ISD Vibrant Futures

Lids for Kids is coming up on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Garfield Park in Grand Rapids. Make sure your kids are wearing properly fitted helmets this summer!

“They feel like an extension of our family.” That’s the kind of trust and connection every family deserves.

“She such a breath of fresh air… It’s safe to say we love her.” 💛

Behind every smile at drop-off and every moment of peace for a family, there is a child care provider making a difference every single day.

The Power of Early is real, it lives in the trust families feel, the love children receive, and the strong foundations providers help build for the future. ✨

This month, we celebrate the incredible child care providers who care, teach, support, and show up with heart every day for Kent County children and families.

Behind every working parent is a child care provider making it all possible. We are so grateful.

We asked Kent County parents to share why they appreciated their child care providers. The comments did not disappoint.

That’s the power of early care and education. Great Start to Quality Kent Resource Center Vibrant Futures Bethany Christian Services Hands Connected

What’s one word you would use to describe your child’s caregiver? Drop it in the comments!

A great child care provider doesn’t just care for children…they partner with families. Let’s show them how much they mean to our community!