With deep roots, we can reach

amazing heights

A Place Where Little Minds

Grow & Thrive

At Hawthorn Grove, we believe childhood should be filled with curiosity, connection, and joyful learning. Through nurturing relationships, hands-on experiences, and a play-based approach, we create a safe, welcoming environment where children build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

About Hawthorn Grove

Why Families Choose Us

Choosing childcare is a big decision. We partner with families to provide a safe, supportive, and enriching experience during your child’s most important early years.

Safe & Secure Environment

Your child's safety comes first. Thoughtful policies and attentive supervision create a secure, comforting environment.

Caring Educators

Our educators build meaningful relationships that help children feel known, supported, and confident.

Learning Through Play

Children learn best when they're engaged. Play-based experiences nurture curiosity, creativity, social skills, and growing independence.

Family Connection

We're partners in your child's journey. Open communication keeps families connected & involved every step of the way.

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From first smiles to kindergarten confidence, every stage of your child's journey is thoughtfully supported through our two centers, each designed to meet them exactly where they are.

Infant Center
6 weeks–20 months

Childhood Center
20 months–Pre-K

6 weeks – 12 months

Seeds

Comfort, connection, first discoveries

Every classroom builds on the one before it, so your child's transitions feel familiar — not like starting over.

12 months - 20 months

Sprouts

Building confidence through play

20 months - 28 months

Seedlings

Growing language and curiosity

28 months - 36 months

Saplings

Exploration and problem-solving

Seeds through Sprouts grow at our Infant Center; Seedlings through Grove call our Childhood Center home — same values, same community, every step.

36 months - 48 months

Nursery

Creativity and collaboration

Pre-K

Grove

Confident learners preparing for kindergarten

Infant Center

Our Infant Center was thoughtfully designed for our youngest learners, providing a calm, nurturing environment from 6 weeks to 20 months.
Seeds

6 weeks – 12 months
Beginning with love, comfort, and connection.
Sprouts

12 – 20 months
Building confidence through play & discovery.
Next Adventure

Transition
Around 20 months, children transition to our Childhood Center, where thoughtful preparation help make the move a positive experience.
Childhood Center

Designed for toddlers through Pre-K, our Childhood Center encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Seedlings

20 – 28 months
Growing language, curiosity, & independence.
Saplings

28 – 36 months
Encouraging exploration and problem-solving.
Nursery

36 - 48 months
Learning through creativity and collaboration.
Grove

Pre-K
Preparing confident learners for kindergarten.
Kindergarten Ready

Every classroom builds on the last - helping children grow into curious, capable, and kindergarten-ready learners.

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The People Who Make Hawthorn Feel Like Home

Our educators are more than teachers. They're the familiar faces who comfort, encourage, challenge, celebrate, and grow alongside your child.

Meet Our Team

"Hawthorne Grove is a great fit for our family! We especially appreciate how kind and connected the staff is. They keep the environment safe and fun while incorporating lots of learning! As parents, we get plenty of updates throughout the day to keep us informed. Our child has made friends and great strides in his development. We couldn’t ask for more!"

—Gina
"I’m a first time mom, and going back to work full time and “leaving my son” somewhere new was so scary to me. The staff here is so wonderful and has helped make the transition so much easier than expected. They are always accessible via the app or phone and send pictures so I know my little guy is doing well. They definitely make an extra effort to connect with our child as well as us as parents. I highly recommend Hawthorn Grove and am so grateful we found them. "

—Heather
"We could not be happier with our experience at Hawthorn! The team is incredibly caring and attentive. The activities are engaging and educational, fostering both creativity and learning. The facility is clean, well-organized, and equipped with everything needed to keep the children entertained and stimulated. Communication is excellent; they keep us informed about our child's progress and any important updates. We would highly recommend Hawthorn to any parent!"

—Jaclyn
"My wife and I are extremely happy we chose to send our child to Hawthorn Grove. It is evident how much thought and care goes into the activities and facility. Communication is prompt and clear. We toured multiple daycares and this one was the cleanest, had the most personable staff and classes that were tailored to our child’s needs."

—James
"The classroom environment is nurturing, clean, and child centered. The communication and app used by the center to truly partner with families in the care of their child is phenomenal. As an educator myself, this is central to me in finding a place for our daughter. Daily reports include a stream of photos, videos, skill reports, meal and nap updates and more... she is always involved in activities to help language, sensory, motor, cognitive development- from songs, puppets, sensory activities, painting, motor skill activities and more. I smile just writing this review- we truly could not be happier with our experience here and it makes me feel so supported at work to feel confident that I am entrusting my daughter to a community and exceptional staff committed to the highest quality childcare. Highly recommend! "

—Maria