How can families find a Learning Care school or child care center near them?

Learning Care operates a nationwide network of child care and preschool centers, so the fastest way to find one near you is to use the "Find your school" tool on learningcare.com. You enter your location, review the centers that come up, then contact or schedule a visit to confirm availability and fit. This works whether you are looking for a specific brand or just exploring options in your area.

Start with the "Find your school" tool

The site's main navigation includes a Find your school entry, which is the intended starting point for families. The general flow is:

1. Enter your location — typically a city, state, or ZIP/postal code.
2. Review the results — the tool returns nearby Learning Care centers.
3. Open a center's page — look at its details, including the brand it belongs to and the programs offered.
4. Contact or schedule a visit — use the center's contact options to ask about openings and arrange a tour.

The expected result is a shortlist of centers you can actually reach, which you then narrow down by visiting or calling.

Understand that Learning Care covers multiple brands

Learning Care supports 11 brands across 1,150+ preschools nationwide, according to the site. That matters for your search because the brand name on a center's page tells you something about its approach and the community it serves. Two centers in the same city may sit under different brands, so don't assume they are identical just because they share the Learning Care network.

When you compare results, note the brand for each center and check whether its programs match your child's age and your family's needs.

Narrow down by what actually matters to you

Once you have a list, filter it against practical criteria rather than just distance:

• Your child's age — confirm the center offers a program for that age group.
• Pickup and drop-off route — a center that fits your daily commute is easier to sustain.
• Program and schedule preferences — for example, whether you need full-day care, a preschool program, or summer camp. The site lists summer camp among its offerings.
• Brand fit — if a particular brand's philosophy appeals to you, prioritize centers under that brand.

Confirm availability before you commit

Finding a center online does not guarantee an open spot. After you identify candidates, contact the center directly to ask about current availability, waitlists, and enrollment steps. A visit is the most reliable way to judge whether the environment suits your child.

If you are also exploring employer-related options, note that Learning Care has a separate Employer solutions section covering funded child care, back-up/emergency care, and onsite child care — but that is a different path from finding a center for your own family.

Quick reference

The site also lists a phone number, 248.697.9000, if you prefer to reach out directly rather than search online.