Busy Bees El Mirage Child Care Center

"In just a year at this center, my son has grown immensely. Engaging activities, exceptional staff, and a fun, safe environment make it the perfect place for child development." - Nicole Marie

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Welcome to Busy Bees El Mirage Child Care Center, formerly known as Valley Learning, located at 14085 N Dysart Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335. Our center is a leader in exceptional daycare, child care, and preschool programs in a supportive and educational environment.

At Busy Bees El Mirage, we understand the importance of early childhood development. Our curriculum, integrated with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), is designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning. We align with Arizona’s Early Learning Standards, ensuring a comprehensive educational foundation for every child.

Our team of educators is not only qualified but passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our children. They provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment, where each child receives personalized care and attention.

Safety and cleanliness are top priorities at Busy Bees El Mirage. Our facility is maintained to the highest standards, ensuring a clean, healthy, and secure environment for all our young learners.

Located conveniently in El Mirage, near local amenities, our center offers easy access for busy families. Discover the Busy Bees El Mirage difference. Book a tour or inquire about our programs to witness our commitment to quality child care and early education. Join our community, where we nurture every child’s potential.

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14085 North Dysart Road El Mirage, AZ 85335
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Open 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Call for Enrollment: 480.405.9585
Licensed for 284 children

Center Programs

Infant (6 Weeks - 18 Months)

Our infant program provides a warm, nurturing environment where caregivers form close bonds with babies, ensuring a secure and trusting relationship. Each infant follows their own schedule, with individualized care routines for feeding, sleeping, and play. Our educators support early development through sensory exploration, attachment-based play, and language-rich interactions, including the introduction of basic American Sign Language (ASL).

Key Focus Areas:

Building secure attachments with primary caregivers
Encouraging free exploration and movement
Facilitating play that supports sensory and cognitive development
Respecting each infant’s natural rhythms and routines

Infant (12mo +)

Our program nurtures recognition of familiar figures, motor skill development, and sensory exploration, among other enriching experiences.

Toddler (18 Months - 3 Years)

Toddlers are naturally curious, energetic, and eager to explore. Our toddler program fosters independence while encouraging language development and social-emotional growth. Through hands-on activities, play-based learning, and structured routines, toddlers gain foundational skills for future learning.

Key Focus Areas:

Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
Expanding language and communication through ASL and verbal expression
Encouraging social-emotional growth through cooperative play
Sensory experiences, music, and movement to enhance cognitive development

Preschool (3-4 Years)

Preschoolers are eager learners, exploring their world with curiosity and excitement. Our preschool program builds upon their natural interests, incorporating early literacy, math, science, and creative expression into their daily routines. Play-based learning helps children develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and social connections.

Key Focus Areas:

Developing early literacy and numeracy skills
Encouraging creative expression through art, music, and dramatic play
Building independence and confidence in learning
Enhancing social and problem-solving skills through group activities

Before & After School Care (5-12 Years)

Our school-age program supports children’s continued learning and social development through before- and after-school care. With homework help, enrichment activities, and recreational play, children have a safe and engaging environment to continue their growth.

Key Focus Areas:

Providing structured and free-choice learning experiences
Supporting homework completion and academic development
Encouraging teamwork, leadership, and character-building
Engaging in hands-on STEM, arts, and physical activities

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Center Offerings

Music

Parking

Qualified Educators

Dance & Movement

Military Discount

Our music program offers a researched, systematic approach to nurturing children's social skills and musical development, including singing in tune and rhythmic coordination.

Conveniently nestled amidst ample parking, our center ensures stress-free drop-offs and pickups for our valued families.

Our Educators are passionate about delivering early years education that empowers and inspires children to create their futures.

Our dance programs blend solid technique with fun and creative choreography, fostering both technical skill and expressive, individualistic style in our little ones.

We're proud to offer a standard 10% U.S. military discount for families in active duty as our way of saying thank you for your service!

Center Director

Jennifer Radloff brings a wealth of experience to Busy Bees El Mirage, where she has spent 17 of her 27 years in child care. Her educational background includes college-level studies in Early Childhood Education, enhancing her profound understanding of child development.Jennifer's favorite aspect of her role is witnessing the daily growth and learning of the children in her care. Her dedication is rooted in her extensive career, which allows her to observe and contribute to the developmental