About Us and Our Mission

Our centers strive to provide quality, safe, and educational care for all children.

Since opening our doors in 2014, Play and Learn has grown from one state-licensed center to three in order to fit the growing needs of our community. Founded by local community member Lori Goodwin and supported by a team of professional and experienced staff, our centers provide a second home to our students.

Play and Learn, alongside an age- and developmentally-appropriate curriculum, provides balanced meals and snacks throughout the day and emphasizes outdoor exploration within our playground space during our open hours from 6 AM to 6 PM, through a year-round schedule.

"We have been extremely pleased with the level of care, education, activities, nutrition, and communication the educators and staff provide daily. “Play and Learn” isn’t just a clever name. We feel lucky to have found such an amazing group of people who love what they do. It shows."

Kelly R.
"Play and Learn Daycare has been such a blessing for us...The place is clean and well-kept and I can’t say enough good things about the staff. They truly take an interest in each child. We would highly recommend Play and Learn."

Sarah F.
"Awesome place for little minds to grow. There is so much love in that building, and I know my little one is well taken care of."

Sarah T.
"My son is learning so much all the time, and the interaction that he has had with other kids around his age is really valuable. Ms. Lori and her staff have really made this transition for my family easier because I just feel comfortable with them and with the center."

Catherine F.
“We are very happy at Play and Learn. We’ve been customers for nearly four years and have two children there. Our boys love their teachers and seem to learn something new every day. The boys are always excited for Friday “Show and Share”, and we’ve made friendships with other families that we expect to continue post-daycare. most importantly, Play and Learn has kept us safe: our younger child suffers from severe food allergies, and Play and Learn’s team has worked diligently both to keep him healthy and to keep us comfortable.”

The Chaput Family
"Play and Learn has been more than amazing to us. My son went for over 2 years, and I've watched him flourish there. The teachers helped him not only with learning academics but how to be a good friend. I recommend Play and Learn to every mom friend I have when they are looking for childcare. Play and Learn wasn't just a school, but our second family and home,"

Katrina G.
We have been a part of the Play & Learn “family” for two years, and it was our first experience placing our daughter in childcare outside of immediate family. We were so nervous, but a tour of the Elliott facility with Corrinda sealed the deal for us and we’ve been so happy with our experience ever since! From the very beginning, their communication has been exceptional—we always feel informed and involved in our child's day-to-day activities. The teachers truly connect with the children, showing warmth, patience, and a genuine interest in their growth and happiness. The teachers know our daughter well, communicate her strengths and areas of growth, and have truly built relationships with her. What stands out the most is how attentive they are to each child's individual needs. They really take the time to understand each child’s personality and needs, which has helped our child feel confident and supported. The daily art projects spark so much creativity, and we love seeing all the work our little one proudly brings home! There are also regular family involvement events (such as for holidays), which make us feel part of a caring community and give us the opportunity to engage more with the staff and other families. The academic curriculum for the 3-year-old class is thoughtfully designed—our child is learning so much, all while having fun! We also appreciate the consistent daily routine, which gives our child a sense of security and structure. It's clear that every detail at Play & Learn is thoughtfully planned, and they are consistently seeking ways to modify and improve their program. We’ve been so happy with Play & Learn, and we highly recommend it!
Monica and Patrick McNaire

Creating friendships to last a lifetime!

Outdoor play is encouraged through all classrooms at P&L!

About Us and Our Mission

"We have been extremely pleased with the level of care, education, activities, nutrition, and communication the educators and staff provide daily. “Play and Learn” isn’t just a clever name. We feel lucky to have found such an amazing group of people who love what they do. It shows."

"Play and Learn Daycare has been such a blessing for us...The place is clean and well-kept and I can’t say enough good things about the staff. They truly take an interest in each child. We would highly recommend Play and Learn."

"Awesome place for little minds to grow. There is so much love in that building, and I know my little one is well taken care of."

"My son is learning so much all the time, and the interaction that he has had with other kids around his age is really valuable. Ms. Lori and her staff have really made this transition for my family easier because I just feel comfortable with them and with the center."