Growing
Together

With Love & Care

We are a licensed childcare home located in Gary, IN near Merrillville. We have been in business for over 3 years, and we are Paths to Quality Level 3. We accept CCDF, On My Way to Pre-K, and participate in the CACFP food program.

Why Choose Us?

Where Curiosity
Is Nurtured!

Where Curiosity
Is Nurtured!

At Discovery Zone of Learning, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring place to grow. Our daycare is more than just a childcare center — it’s a community where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and learning happens through play, exploration, and connection.

At Discovery Zone of Learning, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring place to grow. Our daycare is more than just a childcare center — it’s a community where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and learning happens through play, exploration, and connection.

Mission

Our mission is to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe, and engaging learning environment that effectively supports the diverse needs of children and families in our community and create a foundation that supports children school readiness as lifelong learners and critically-thinking citizens.

Vision

Our vision is for parents to feel at ease and confident in their choice for choosing our program knowing that their children are safe,and participating in learning experiences that promote social-emotional, physical, cognitive, physical, language, math, and literacy development.

Philosophy

We feel that it’s crucial to develop the whole child as well as provide support and needed resources to parents. We want to ensure that the best educational practices are not only being implemented at our facility, but at each child’s home as well.

Join us Discovery and Growth!

Join us on a Journey of
Discovery and Growth!

Our Programs

Designed to Inspire & Thrive!

At Discovery Zone of Learning, we provide a caring, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 6 months to 12 years. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to support each stage of a child’s growth — from first steps to school success.
Our infant, toddler, and two-year-old classrooms provide a warm, secure, and responsive environment where our youngest learners can begin their developmental journey.
Our preschool program provides a nurturing and stimulating environment where children aged 3 to 5 can grow, explore, and thrive.
Our school-age program offers a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for children before and after school, as well as during school breaks.

Updates and Events

See What’s New at
Discovery Zone

Stay connected with all that’s happening at Discovery Zone of Learning! Our News & Updates page is your go-to source for the latest announcements, upcoming events, classroom highlights, policy reminders, and important notices. From monthly newsletters and holiday schedules to photos of classroom activities and special theme days, we keep families informed and involved every step of the way. Be sure to check back regularly so you never miss a moment of your child’s journey with us!

Follow Our Journey
on Facebook

Stay tuned to our Facebook page for the latest updates, event highlights, classroom fun, and important announcements from Discovery Zone of Learning. Follow along and be part of our growing community!

Stay Informed:
Parent Updates

Find the latest news, updates, and helpful resources from Discovery Zone of Learning. We are dedicated to keeping families informed, connected, and involved throughout every step of your child’s educational journey.

Upcoming Events
and Activities

Discover exciting upcoming events and activities at Discovery Zone of Learning! Stay informed and involved in your child’s journey. Visit regularly for updates, and join us in creating memorable experiences together.

Parent Feedback & Stories

Real stories from
our parents.

Real stories
from our parents.

At Discovery Zone of Learning, we believe the best reflection of our care comes from the families we serve. In our Parent Testimonials section, you’ll hear directly from parents about their experiences, the growth they’ve seen in their children, and the peace of mind they’ve found with us.
Parent
The staff at this center are incredibly nurturing and always go above and beyond to support each child’s growth. My child comes home excited to share what they’ve learned and is thriving socially and academically. The environment is safe, clean, and filled with engaging activities that promote curiosity and confidence.
Parent
We’ve had an amazing experience with this childcare center—every teacher is warm, attentive, and truly invested in the children’s well-being. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed and keeps my child engaged with a perfect mix of play and learning. I feel confident knowing my child is in a safe, supportive, and enriching environment every day.
Parent
Enrolling my child here was the best decision we’ve made. The communication with families is excellent, and I always feel informed and included in my child’s learning journey. My child has grown so much in confidence, language, and social skills since starting at this center.
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