Early Childcare Education Resources for Columbus Families

Finding the right childcare program for your infant, toddler, or preschooler is about so much more than convenience.

While Barrington has grown, it hasn’t lost what started it all: presence, quality, and a real commitment to supporting children and families.

As early childhood educators, we understand the important role we play in helping children build strong communication skills. That’s why we equip our teachers with the training and tools necessary to encourage age-appropriate language from the very beginning.

Try this healthy, organic Black Bean Brownies recipe at home!

Barrington Schools are powered by the amazing directors and teachers you see every day, but there’s also a group working behind the scenes to make sure that every child, family, and staff member experiences the very best of the Barrington way. Our corporate team manages the details that keep everything running smoothly, from hiring and training to safety, curriculum, and the meals your children enjoy. With five leaders guiding that work, their focus supports consistency, qu

As part of onboarding, Barrington team members complete several required health and safety courses. Many of these trainings are state-required and ensure that both teachers and administrative staff are fully prepared from day one.

Through play, children become curious little investigators, leading their own learning and finding joy in doing so. This approach is known as play-based learning,

Every child has big feelings; it’s part of growing up. Learning how to understand and manage those emotions early on can make a lasting difference, not just in the classroom, but throughout their lives.

There’s no question that the first year of life is one of the most important. Babies go through so much change during this time, from learning to roll, sit, and crawl to trying new foods and exploring the world around them. Sometimes it feels like they change overnight, and that’s because in many ways, they do! Their little brains grow faster in those first twelve months than at any other time, and we have the power to encourage that growth by providing opportunities for stim

A great childcare partner can help with this, and at Barrington, we work alongside families to nurture the skills needed to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.

If you can’t be with your child the entire day, the next best thing is enrolling your child in a daycare that makes you feel like you’re right there with them.

When searching for the right place for your child to spend the day, you’re likely hoping to find more than just a safe environment. You’re looking for a high-quality childcare program that feels warm and welcoming, values meaningful relationships, and creates a nurturing space where your child feels truly known, supported, and excited to learn and grow each day. Here are a few signs you’ve found that program: 1. The Staff Want to Know You and Your Child “The staff at Barrin

No one likes talking about germs, but when you have young children, it’s part of the deal. Runny noses happen. Tummy bugs pop up. And while many things that come with sicknesses are out of our control – one thing that we can control is how we can teach children about germs and good daily hygiene habits. “ In each of our classrooms, we make it a priority to teach children how to care for their bodies, ” mentioned Brittani Cherry, Director of Operations at Barrington Schools

See the five qualities we value most when hiring daycare teachers and how our educators help children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.

Ingredients (makes 12 cookies) ½ cup tahini ¼ cup agave 1 ripe banana, mashed 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 cups oats ¼ cup sun butter 2 tablespoons chocolate chips Small pinch of salt 2 tablespoons chia seeds Instructions Preheat oven to 350. Mix the tahini, agave, sun butter, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix in dry ingredients. If mix isn’t sticking together add more tahini Scoop mixture onto baking sheet and gently press them down. Bake for about 10 min

The latest chapter in our growth is the opening of our Jerome Village location. To help families get to know the location and vision behind the school better, we sat down with location owners Jon and Ryann Lorenz to learn what inspired their decision to open a Barrington School and how the experience has been so far.

The end of the year is a magical time for our Barrington families, with our classrooms coming alive with joyful traditions and opportunities to celebrate the season of giving and gratitude.

As parents, we know screens are everywhere – in our homes, in our pockets, in our cars, and so on. And compared to when most of us were young, exposure to screens skyrocketed. In fact, research shows that between 1997 and 2014, daily screen time for children aged 0-2 more than doubled, and continues to climb. It’s understandable why screens are so tempting. They’re convenient, they keep little hands busy, and sometimes they feel like the only way to get through dinner or

Ingredients: 2 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp sugar 1 tsp salt 1 cup cold buttermilk ½ cup butter, melted and cooled ¾ cup shredded cheddar ¾ cup chopped apples Directions: Preheat oven to 475. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt. Set aside In a medium bowl, combine cold buttermilk and the slightly cooled butter. Stir with a spatula until combined and small clump

Ingredients: ¾ cup shredded zucchini ¾ cup shredded apples ¾ cup applesauce 2 eggs ⅓ cup maple syrup ¼ cup + 1 tbsp melted coconut oil ½ cup Greek yogurt 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1¾ cups + 1 tbsp flour Directions: Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a muffin pan with liners or nonstick spray. Place the shredded zucchini and apples in a strainer. Press down to remove as much liquid as possible. Transfer the zucchini and ap