Kid Works Forest Park Creative Learning Center
Located at 11700 Pellston Court in the heart of Cincinnati, Kid Works Forest Park is a leading provider of superior child care and preschool education. Conveniently located near the I-275 Winton Woods exit, our center is a cornerstone of early learning, providing a nurturing, educational haven for children to explore, grow, and develop.
Safety is of utmost importance at Kid Works Forest Park. Our secure entrance ensures that only authorized family members and staff can access our center, providing peace of mind to parents and a safe environment for children. As a state-licensed, 3 Star-rated program recognized by Ohio’s Step Up To Quality Initiative, we're committed to maintaining the highest standards of care and education, as evidenced by our consecutive Best Childcare awards in 2017
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11700 Pellston Court Cincinnati, Ohio 45240
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Open 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Call for Enrollment: 513.285.4690
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forestparkoh@kidworks.comSend us an email
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Licensed for 172 children
Center Programs
Infant (6 Weeks - 18 Months)
Our infant program provides a warm, nurturing environment where caregivers form close bonds with babies, ensuring a secure and trusting relationship. Each infant follows their own schedule, with individualized care routines for feeding, sleeping, and play. Our educators support early development through sensory exploration, attachment-based play, and language-rich interactions, including the introduction of basic American Sign Language (ASL).
Key Focus Areas:
- Building secure attachments with primary caregivers
- Encouraging free exploration and movement
- Facilitating play that supports sensory and cognitive development
- Respecting each infant’s natural rhythms and routines
Toddler (18 Months - 3 Years)
Toddlers are naturally curious, energetic, and eager to explore. Our toddler program fosters independence while encouraging language development and social-emotional growth. Through hands-on activities, play-based learning, and structured routines, toddlers gain foundational skills for future learning.
Key Focus Areas:
- Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
- Expanding language and communication through ASL and verbal expression
- Encouraging social-emotional growth through cooperative play
- Sensory experiences, music, and movement to enhance cognitive development
Preschool (3-4 Years)
Preschoolers are eager learners, exploring their world with curiosity and excitement. Our preschool program builds upon their natural interests, incorporating early literacy, math, science, and creative expression into their daily routines. Play-based learning helps children develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and social connections.
Key Focus Areas:
- Developing early literacy and numeracy skills
- Encouraging creative expression through art, music, and dramatic play
- Building independence and confidence in learning
- Enhancing social and problem-solving skills through group activities
Pre-K (4-5 Years)
The pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten through hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Children develop literacy and math skills, engage in STEM activities, and practice self-regulation and collaboration. Our play-based approach ensures learning remains joyful and meaningful.
Key Focus Areas:
- Strengthening pre-reading, writing, and numeracy skills
- Hands-on STEM exploration (science, technology, engineering, and math)
- Fostering independence, confidence, and self-regulation
- Encouraging social responsibility and problem-solving skills
Before & After School Care (5-12 Years)
Our school-age program supports children’s continued learning and social development through before- and after-school care. With homework help, enrichment activities, and recreational play, children have a safe and engaging environment to continue their growth.
Key Focus Areas:
- Providing structured and free-choice learning experiences
- Supporting homework completion and academic development
- Encouraging teamwork, leadership, and character-building
- Engaging in hands-on STEM, arts, and physical activities
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Please provide us with a few details about yourself to receive more information on availability and rates.Center Offerings
Subsidy
Music
Parking
Healthy Meals & Snacks
Qualified Educators
Yoga
Dance & Movement
Military Discount
Our Center Directors can provide more information regarding financial assistance and they can assist you with the process as well.
Our music program offers a researched, systematic approach to nurturing children's social skills and musical development, including singing in tune and rhythmic coordination.
Conveniently nestled amidst ample parking, our center ensures stress-free drop-offs and pickups for our valued families.
All our centers are completely nut-free, and we work with families with children who have other food sensitivities and allergies to ensure their safety and well-being.
Our Educators are passionate about delivering early years education that empowers and inspires children to create their futures.
Our Yoga program enriches our preschool curriculum, fostering young minds and bodies for lifelong mental and physical well-being through fun, themed sessions.
Our dance programs blend solid technique with fun and creative choreography, fostering both technical skill and expressive, individualistic style in our little ones.
We're proud to offer a standard 10% U.S. military discount for families in active duty as our way of saying thank you for your service!
Upcoming Events for Families
Explore Kid Works Forest Park at our Upcoming Open House!
New families interested in learning more about Kid Works Forest Park are invited to attend our upcoming open house! Parents and families will have the chance to explore our center, engage with our teachers, learn about our curriculum, and more. We’ll also have games and refreshments for kids to enjoy!
📅 Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Kid Works Forest Park - 11700 Pellston Court Cincinnati, Ohio 45240
We can’t wait to see you there!
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