Nurturing Curiosity. Building Confidence.
Feeling at Home.
Hawthorn Grove Childcare in Bay Village offers a home-like, welcoming environment where children grow, explore, and thrive.
Family-inspired care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years
Since opening in 2021, Hawthorn Grove has been committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment for young learners. Our center operates Monday through Friday from 7am to 6pm, offering flexible 2, 3, or 5-day plans, with breakfast, lunch, and snacks included.
We are licensed by the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services and follow the Ohio Department of Education Early Learning Standards, ensuring a developmentally appropriate and research-backed curriculum.
Our Story
Hawthorn Grove was founded with the vision of creating a place where children are treated like family, nurtured through meaningful connections, and inspired to explore. Every decision, from our learning environment to daily routines, reflects our commitment to kindness, curiosity, and relational growth.
Our Philosophy
Child-Led Learning
Children explore, question, and grow at their own pace.
Emotional Safety
Strong relationships help children feel secure and confident.
Thoughtful Structure
Predictable routines provide comfort while leaving room for curiosity and play.
At the root of all our guiding principles is a commitment to treat every child like one of our own. Living this commitment means being in tune with each child’s individual needs and providing what they require to grow. It also means maintaining a culture of kindness and belonging in our school community, where every staff member knows every student.
Five-star communication, learning enriched by technology, and a diversity of experiences inside and outside the classroom guide our educational programming. Our teachers follow a structured curriculum aligned with Ohio’s Early Learning and Development Standards. By relying on research and relationship-based strategies, we ensure curriculum delivery is age-appropriate and tailored to each child’s learning style. Relational development is as important as academics; our social-emotional programming teaches children to understand and manage their tiny but mighty feelings.
What Makes Hawthorn
Grove Different
Home-like, nurturing environment
Small group sizes and individual attention
Curriculum aligned with Ohio Early Learning Standards
Social-emotional development focus
Daily structure balanced with play and exploration
Breakfast, lunch, and snack included
Flexible 2, 3, or 5-day plans
Technology-enhanced learning and daily communication
Our Learning Environment
Learning happens naturally throughout the day. Through play, creative arts, music, movement, and outdoor exploration, children build confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Every classroom is thoughtfully designed to meet the developmental needs of each age group.
Our Dedicated Educators
Our experienced and caring educators are the heart of Hawthorn Grove. Each staff member is chosen for their warmth, dedication,
and love of children, ensuring every child feels seen, valued, and supported.
Daily operations are overseen by the Center Director and Assistant Director, ensuring a high standard of care and consistency for all children.
We’d Love to Welcome Your Family
Come see how Hawthorn Grove supports children and families during the most important early years!
