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Preschool and Daycare in Morrisville, PA

About Us

Our team at Discovery Cares is here to nurture your child's natural curiosities through explorative and experiential learning.

Discovery Daycare, Owner, Director

Hey, I'm Maria

I show up to Discovery Daycare every day with a smile on my face.

"I believe every child deserves a space where they feel safe, seen, and celebrated.”

With over 10 years of childcare experience and a background as a Special Education teacher, I bring both heart and expertise to our daily routines.

I'm a wife, an aunt (to the 4 most perfect niblings in the world🥰), a future mom, and I come from a family of educators. There's nothing more important to me. And our team, including my Mom, Dad, and brother (and yes, we do disagree sometimes), is the absolute best at supporting children of all ages.

After four years in the classroom, I wanted to create something more personal. At Discovery Daycare, our team fosters an environment where learning happens through wonder, play, and connection. As a woman-owned business, Discovery Daycare reflects my values and lifelong passion for early childhood development.

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BS in Education, University of Delaware

Special Education Subspecialty

4 years Formal Teaching Experience

A Decade of Childcare Experience

Discovery Kids Camp, Director

Hey, I'm Andy

I show up to Discovery Kids Camp with my wife Maria, to treat the kids like they're family.

“Children learn best when they’re engaged, active, and genuinely having fun.”

With over 7 years of experience coaching teams and providing individual instruction, I’ve spent countless hours creating experiences that combine movement with meaningful learning. Along the way, I noticed something powerful, the more fun and engaging the activity, the more deeply children understood and retained what they were learning. That realization continues to guide everything I do.

I’m passionate about helping children grow in confidence, build friendships, and discover what they’re capable of, both in school and in more casual settings. Whether it’s a structured game, a team challenge, or free play with purpose, I strive to create an environment where every child feels energized, included, and proud of their progress.

At Discovery Cares, I lead our before and after school program and summer camp with a focus on balance. We blend structure with freedom, learning with play, and activity with connection. Each day is designed to be not just fun, but meaningful.

Formal Scholastic 1-on-1 Support

7 years of Youth Athletics Coaching

B.S Business, Sports Management Concentration

Super Uncle to 4 Awesome Kids!

Educational Specialists

A Family of Educators

Susan, Assistant Director

Through my 30 plus years in teaching I have watched thousands of students learn to love school. My passion as a teacher is to always ensure a joyful, exciting and engaging education for every student that enters our daycare.

I have learned that no two students are the same, and no two students should have the exact same education. Here at Discovery Daycare we are dedicated to give each child a unique and desirable education. Plus working with my daughter Maria is the absolute best!

Primary Education, West Chester University

35 years Formal Teaching Experience

Math Educational Specialist

James

I believe there are many approaches to education, one being through the arts. With a degree in Musical Education, I have been lucky enough to watch students of all ages and abilities learn with their peers through music.

Through my 40 plus years in teaching I have worked hand in hand with schools and classroom teachers to incorporate music, art, and theatre into day to day educational experiences. I believe that along side our Experience Curriculum, Discovery Daycare will be creating well rounded students each and every day!

Teaching Degree, West Chester University

Music Education Specialist

Fine Motor Skill Development

Anthony

As one of our co-founders, Anthony plays a key behind-the-scenes and in-the-classroom role to ensure our daycare runs smoothly every day. He keeps everything from our learning apps to our tablets and building systems running efficiently.

With over a 15 years of experience coaching youth sports and mentoring teams, Anthony brings a unique blend of leadership, patience, and energy to our community. He’s the creative force behind many of our training programs, always focused on growth, safety, and excellence.

Athletic Training and Nutrition, West Chester University

15 Years Teaching Experience

Project Management Certified

Registrations Currently Open!

School Highlights

6-Weeks to 12 Years

Hands on STEM Activities

Classically Trained Educators

Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks Provided

Reading Education

Mathematics Development

Research-Backed Curriculum

Experiential Learning

Before and After School

Don't Take Our Word for it!

What Our Parents are Saying

"A true parenting partner."

"Discovery Daycare creates a genuine family environment where children and parents feel supported. Jacqueline and her team provided incredible patience and partnership through our son’s potty-training challenges and the transition of welcoming a new sibling."

- Rachel L

"The perfect preschool experience"

"Discovery Daycare of Morrisville blends academics, play, and social learning in a warm, personal environment. In just a few months, our once-shy child became more confident, social, and eager to connect with others."

- Katherine V

"A daycare that's a breath of fresh air"

"After years of instability at another center, moving to Discovery brought the consistency and genuine care we had been hoping for. The teachers truly care, and the family events go above and beyond what we expected from a daycare."

- Drew M

It's time for specifics!

Learn About Our Groups!

Every child deserves individually tailored care. Learn about how we manage each age group to maximize intellectual, social, and emotional development!

6 Weeks - 12 Months Old

Where every first is witnessed, documented, and celebrated.

The infant room is where it all begins. Our teachers build secure, consistent relationships with each baby from day one, because the research is clear: a child who feels safe with their caregiver is a child who can learn. Every feeding, every song, every moment of eye contact is purposeful. We track each baby's development across eight domains aligned to the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards and share real observations with you every month, not just a mood update.

What we are working on:

• Secure attachment and trust with a consistent caregiver

• Sensory exploration through touch, sound, movement, and play

• Early communication through babbling, gestures, and first words

• Gross motor development: head control, rolling, sitting, and reaching

Learn about our Infant Program

1-2 Years Old

Big curiosity. Brand new legs. Endless things to figure out.

Young toddlers are explorers, and our classroom is built for it. At this stage, children are learning to walk with confidence, use their first words, and figure out how the world works by touching, testing, and trying again. Our teachers provide a structured, language-rich environment where every investigation is encouraged and every attempt is met with patience and support. Independence and attachment go hand in hand at this age, and we take both seriously.

What we are working on:

• Secure attachment and trust with a consistent caregiver

• Sensory exploration through touch, sound, movement, and play

• Early communication through babbling, gestures, and first words

• Gross motor development: head control, rolling, sitting, and reaching

Learn about our Infant Program

2-3 Years Old

Strong opinions. Growing sentences. Ready for more.

Two-year-olds are developing fast and know it. They want to do things themselves, talk about what they see, and test every boundary they can find. Our teachers channel that energy into purposeful play: dramatic scenarios, simple counting games, art exploration, and cooperative activities with peers. We track skills like one-to-one counting, following two-step directions, and using words to work through conflict because these are not just social skills. They are the foundation for everything that comes next.

What we are working on:

• Speaking in simple sentences and expanding vocabulary daily

• Counting to 5 and beginning to understand more and less

• Exploring dramatic play and beginning cooperative interactions

• Running, jumping, and developing fine motor control with tools

Learn about our Older Toddler Program

3-6 Years Old

This is where kindergarten readiness becomes a documented outcome, not a hope.

Our Pre-K program is where Discovery's approach becomes most visible. Three, four, and five year olds are developing the executive function skills, literacy foundations, and mathematical thinking that will define their kindergarten experience. We track key readiness milestones, including sustained attention, letter recognition, phonological awareness, and one-to-one counting, across both our 3-year-old and 4 to 5-year-old classrooms. When a child is ready to move ahead, we give them the next challenge immediately. The goal is not to meet the standard. It is to exceed it.

What we are working on:

• Phonological awareness: rhyming, syllables, and beginning letter sounds

• Number recognition, counting objects, and early addition and subtraction

• Sustaining focus, managing emotions, and navigating peer relationships

• Writing their name, using scissors, and building fine motor control

Learn about our Pre-K Program

6-12 Years Old

School does not stop at 3 PM. Neither do we.

Discovery Kids Camp provides before and after school care for kindergarten through fifth grade, currently serving Grandview Elementary, Morrisville Intermediate, and Makefield Elementary via our own 16-passenger bus. This is not a holding room. Andy Salzmann leads a program that blends structured homework support with active, purposeful activities designed to build confidence, teamwork, and physical development. Every child who walks through the door gets time to decompress, finish their work, and do something they are genuinely good at.

What we are working on:

• Homework help and reading reinforcement in a structured, low-pressure setting

• Active play and team activities that build confidence and social skills

• A consistent, caring adult presence from pickup through closing

• Transportation from Grandview, Morrisville Intermediate, and Makefield Elementary

Learn about Before and After School Programs

Summer Camp

A full summer of real experiences, not screens and boredom.

Discovery Kids Camp runs weekly summer programming for ages 5 through 12, and every week is packed. Swimming twice a week, bowling or roller skating, a movie, park days for sports and fishing, and at least one off-site attraction per week. Every camper receives a t-shirt, water bottle, and drawstring backpack at enrollment. Andy designs each week so there is always something to look forward to, something physical, something creative, and something that gets kids outside and moving. This is summer the way it is supposed to feel.

What we are working on:

• Two swim days per week plus bowling, skating, or a movie each week

• Off-site field trips and park days with sports, fishing, and playgrounds

• A caring, experienced staff that knows every child by name

• A (collectible) t-shirt, water bottle, and backpack included at enrollment

Learn about our Full Day Summer Camp

Discovery’s infant program has room for your family.

The intro call is 20 minutes with Maria. A real conversation about your child, your schedule, and whether Discovery is the right fit.

It is not a sales call. Most families leave with their questions answered and a clear sense of where things stand.

Individuality

Every baby arrives with a temperament, a preference, a pace. We build our care around who your child already is, not a program they have to fit into.

Care

We tell you the truth. About what we observed today, about where your child is in their development, and about anything that concerns us. you deserve a partner, not a cheerleader.

Excellence

We are actively building towards Pennsylvania's highest Keystone STARS quality designation, because meeting state standards is a floor, not a ceiling.