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About Cadence Academy Preschool in East Peoria
At Cadence Academy Preschool, we believe families should make the most out of childhood. For this reason, we always take great steps to provide exceptional care for the children our preschool serves, as well as offer a unique and personalized educational experience for each student.
The main goal of our preschool learning center is to provide a safe, happy learning environment for each child that will stimulate their development at their own, personal pace.
We are proud to lead the way in preparing children for kindergarten. Through our specialized curriculum and dedicated teachers, we strive to ensure that your child is not just ready for kindergarten, but ready to excel. In 2024, 100% of the Pre-K children assessed in our school demonstrated Readiness or Advanced Readiness for Kindergarten!
We deliver loving care that focuses on each child as a unique and wonderful person, and in doing so, develops confidence and respect for others.
Our Preschool & Childcare Programs:
- Infant Childcare (6 weeks – 15 months). Our infant daycare program gives families peace of mind by delivering a stimulating experience in a place as nurturing as home.
- Toddler Childcare (15 months – 2 years). Everybody learns better when they are having fun, and our toddler program is no exception.
- Two-Year-Olds (2 – 3 years). This childcare program emphasizes social skills, courtesy, and much more.
- Preschool & Pre-K (3 – 5 years). We use an expertly developed Pre-K curriculum to give every child the skills and confidence for the next step in their life, elementary school.
- School-Age Program (5 – 12 years). Need an extended day option for your children? Check out our before and after school care programs.
- Summer Camp (6 – 12 years). As part of our summer program, children engage in fun physical, educational, and creative activities that encourage them to explore what they can achieve.
A Focus on Positive Behavior
Cadence implements a program in our preschool learning center to enhance social and emotional development, and promote school readiness in all children. The approach, which was originally developed by the Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) involves a pyramid model to address the social and emotional needs of children.
We use the Positive Behavior Strategy (PBS) method to recognize positive behavior and minimize challenging behaviors in our children.PBS focuses on being proactive in preventing challenging behaviors by building positive relationships. It also allows us to create a supportive atmosphere for our students, and uses specific techniques to teach social and emotional development.
With PBS, the amount of time our experienced teachers use to address challenging behaviors is greatly reduced, and in turn, helps our staff better focus on the positive behaviors, and provide quality support to all students.
If you are interested in learning more about PBS, we suggest that you visit these resources:
Our Preschool’s Security
At Cadence Academy Preschool in East Peoria, our number one priority is to keep your child safe. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for your children while you work or go to school, and we promise that we will meet all of their needs in the best possible way.
Please help us continue to be proactive regarding security and keep your front door codes private. We ask that all other individuals ring our daycare facility’s doorbell before entering. We are always here to check ID’s. Whether you need to have someone different pick up or child, or an emergency comes up, always remember to notify us of the change. We will direct any of your approved caregivers to the right classroom and alert the teachers.
Programs Offered
Our Team
Jennifer Farney
School Director
Miss Jennifer Farney is excited to serve as the Director of Cadence Academy East Peoria and brings many years of experience, dedication, and passion for early childhood education to her role. She began her journey with Cadence Academy in 2008 as a teacher in the 2-year-old classroom at the Peoria school before moving to the Morton school, where she worked with Preschool and Pre-K students. During her time at Morton, she continued her education and gained valuable experience that allowed her to become Director Qualified. In 2016, she stepped into the role of Assistant Director at one of the Peoria schools and became Director in 2018. Jennifer loves being a Director because it allows her to build meaningful relationships with children, families, and staff while helping create a positive and nurturing school environment.
Outside of school, Jennifer lives in Morton with her husband and their three children. She enjoys being actively involved in her family’s lives, her church, and her local community, often participating in community events and encouraging her children to do the same. She is committed to making Cadence Academy East Peoria the best it can be by supporting teachers, families, and children while continuing to provide a high-quality childcare experience. Family is incredibly important to her, and Jennifer works hard to create a school environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and part of the Cadence family.
Tara Dorrance
Assistant Director
Miss Tara has been a valued member of Cadence Academy since 2008, bringing years of experience, dedication, and a passion for early childhood education to her role. She spent six years working in the Toddler room as an Assistant Teacher before completing her degree in Early Childhood Education in October 2022 and stepping into her role as a Lead Teacher. She is passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging classroom environment where children feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn. Outside of her work, she enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband, Jon, their three amazing children, Kaylee, Karter, and Noah, as well as their two dogs, Sadie and Luna, and two cats, Mrs. Kitty and Percy.
When she is not in the classroom, Miss Tara loves making memories with her family through traveling and spending quality time together. She is also a huge Harry Potter fan and enjoys reading the books and watching the movies whenever she has the opportunity. Her years of experience, caring nature, and love for children continue to inspire the positive and welcoming environment she creates for the families she serves.
Aryan Hones
Teacher of the Year
At 27 years old, she is a dedicated early childhood educator and proud mother of two children, a son and a daughter, who inspire her every day. She also has a dog and three cats who are beloved members of her family. Since beginning her career in child care in 2019, she has developed a passion for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel supported as they learn, grow, and build confidence. She is a caring and dependable teacher who enjoys helping children explore their curiosity, develop new skills, and reach their full potential.
Outside of the classroom, she enjoys expressing her creativity through coloring, painting, drawing, and diamond art, as well as building projects, reading, traveling, and spending meaningful time with her family. While she is naturally introverted, she has a warm and welcoming personality that allows her to connect easily with children and families. Her determination, compassion, and commitment to making a positive impact are reflected in the care and dedication she brings to her role as an early childhood educator.
Accreditations
NAC Accreditation
The National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC) is a national accreditation program that was developed for early care and educational programs. NAC offers early childhood leaders the opportunity to demonstrate and document quality performance using research-based criteria and evidence-based practices. The National Accreditation Commission provides a comprehensive, ongoing quality improvement system and accredited schools must meet standards in the following 6 component areas: Administration, Family Engagement, Health and Safety, Curriculum, Interactions between Teachers and Children, and Classroom Health and Safety.
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Childcare Schedule Options That Work With Your Life
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family.
FlexiPass — New Flexible Care Option!
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
