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About Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool in Urbandale, IA
At Generation Next Urbandale, we are committed to nurturing the whole child through a secure, joyful, and developmentally rich environment. Located in the heart of Urbandale, Iowa, our early learning center serves children ages 6 weeks to 10 years, helping them grow into confident, curious, and compassionate learners.
We believe early childhood is the foundation for lifelong success. That’s why we combine research-based curriculum, purposeful play, and individualized care to create meaningful experiences every single day. Whether your child is an infant, a toddler, or a budding school-age explorer, Generation Next provides the tools, love, and structure they need to thrive.
Programs Offered at Generation Next Urbandale
Infant Program (6 Weeks – 12 Months)
Our infant classrooms are nurturing, peaceful, and developmentally appropriate. Infants are introduced to language, music, and movement through daily story-based activities. Teachers follow your child’s schedule and provide loving, one-on-one interactions that support cognitive and physical milestones.
Toddler Program (12 Months – 2 Years)
Toddlers are active explorers! Our toddler curriculum includes morning language groups, music and movement, sensory bins, fine motor activities, and art projects. Each activity is designed to encourage independence, motor development, and early communication skills.
Preschool Program (2 – 4 Years)
Our preschoolers engage with the Read It Once Again® curriculum, a literature-based approach that uses repetition to reinforce key academic and developmental skills. Lessons cover phonemic awareness, math, writing, social studies, and science. We implement a three-phase structure:
- Large Group Instruction – introduces weekly concepts
- Small Group Guidance – allows for teacher interaction
- Center-Based Play – offers child-led exploration and practice
Pre-Kindergarten / Kindergarten Readiness (4 – 5 Years)
In our Pre-K program, students receive focused instruction in early literacy and math using Heggerty Phonemic Awareness techniques. Children develop writing fluency, problem-solving skills, and social-emotional tools that prepare them for a seamless transition into kindergarten.
School-Age Enrichment (5 – 10 Years)
Our “Graduates” enjoy dynamic after-school and summer programs with hands-on learning and fun. Activities include:
- Writing and reading centers
- Creative art stations
- Games and team-building
- Cooking and science labs
In the summer, we offer themed weekly camps and three field trips per week to enrich every child’s experience.
Our Curriculum Philosophy
Generation Next Urbandale follows a developmentally appropriate curriculum that grows with your child. We combine play-based learning with intentional instruction to develop the whole child—intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Key curriculum components include:
- Read It Once Again®: Literature-based repetition for vocabulary, sequencing, and motor development
- Heggerty Phonemic Awareness: Phonological sound play that supports reading mastery
- STEAM Integration: Science, technology, engineering, art, and math infused through sensory play and discovery
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Peer collaboration, empathy, and positive behavior tools
Nutrition & Daily Wellness
We understand the importance of healthy food and active movement for growing minds. Generation Next Urbandale provides:
- Freshly prepared meals and snacks daily
- Menus that meet USDA nutritional guidelines
- Allergy accommodations for common food sensitivities
- Daily outdoor play on our secure playgrounds to promote wellness and motor development
Safety & Family Communication
Your child’s safety and your peace of mind are top priorities. That’s why we offer:
- Secured entry systems with keycode access
- Daily health and safety checks
- Continuous monitoring of classrooms and playgrounds
- Open classroom boards displaying the weekly curriculum and classroom goals
Why Families in Urbandale, IA Choose Us
- Trusted by Urbandale families for over a decade
- Highly trained, compassionate teachers with early childhood credentials
- A balanced approach combining academic readiness and emotional wellness
- A strong partnership with families through conferences, updates, and transparency
- A fun, stimulating, and safe learning environment that kids love
Visit Us Today!
Come see what makes Generation Next Urbandale the premier choice for child care and early learning in Urbandale, Iowa. We invite you to tour our classrooms, meet our educators, and explore how our curriculum helps children grow with confidence, compassion, and curiosity.
Programs Offered
To Register
You are welcome at any time, scheduled or unscheduled, to come and tour any of our Generation Next locations. During this time you will have the opportunity to discuss our program as well as enrollment availability and we will answer any questions you may have.
To enroll, a signed Registration Form will need to be completed along with a $100.00 one time, non-refundable registration fee per child. Payment of this fee secures and guarantees you a place in the center on the date guaranteed up to 30 days of your requested start date. Once you have a child enrolled in the center, all new registrations decrease to $50 per child.
All completed paperwork, including physical and immunization records, are due on or by the first day of attendance. Please note that we do require immunizations for children to enroll and to be updated as required by the State of Iowa Immunization Requirements.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
