1224 Exchange Parkway, Allen | The Peanut Gallery

PARENT TESTIMONIAL

We have had our children at The Peanut Gallery Early Learning Center since our oldest was an infant at the Richardson location.Today all three of our kids are enrolled at the Allen location. One is in the Summer Camp program; the next in the Preschool program and the youngest is in the Two year old program.

The management and staff really love and care for our kids. They are very attentive to the child’s needs. No request is too big and they are very helpful in our children’s development both socially, physically and mentally. We have referred friends in the area to The Peanut Gallery and they were also amazed by the quality of the facility and the staff. We are so glad that The Peanut gallery in Allen offers us a choice of quality daycare in our neighborhood for all our children.

The Bennett Family
Allen, Texas

PARENT TESTIMONIAL

After making the decision to return to work following 18 months at home after our daughter’s birth, I faced the dilemma of choosing the right child care for our family. When Devin was younger he attended a Montessori Academy with which I was pleased. I wanted a facility that would offer a variety of stimulating activities in a positive environment. After interviewing several schools, I chose The Peanut Gallery.

I was extremely concerned with Deborah’s ability to adjust and Devin’s daily transportation from Elementary School to The Peanut Gallery. The first week I drove to the Peanut Gallery on my lunch hour every day to check on Deborah. Of course she was soundly sleeping, and Devin came home very happy. In addition, you let Devin visit his sister in her classroom any time he missed her. This greatly relieved my anxiety about leaving my child in the care of others while I worked.

Now Deborah is very outgoing and so smart. At three years old, she can write her name, identify letters in the alphabet, spell colors, count to thirty and count in Spanish. What a turn around from the shy baby she was when she started! Devin is so happy to be with all his friends after school. Every day he comes home with funny stories or crafts he has created. I love that he has so many activity choices, and never complains that he is bored. I always tell my friend and family that I wish there was a place like The Peanut Gallery when I was growing up.

The Peanut Gallery has been the most positive experience I have had with a child care facility. I recommend them to everyone I know with children.

D. Bushland
Allen, Texas

PARENT TESTIMONIAL

Thank you for the opportunity to tell folks how much I love The Peanut Gallery. As a working mom, I struggled with where to put my baby. My husband and I visited several area centers and never found one that gave us the feeling of comfort. When we visited The Peanut Gallery we were pleased with the openness of the staff, the caring attitude displayed and the inviting appearance of the center itself. We have been here for three years and we think of the folks here as our family.

As my son has moved up to the next alas the previous teachers have continued to love him and have been interested in his development. The Peanut Gallery has offered stimulating developmentally appropriate activities that have continued to keep him challenged and excited about school.

The most impressive characteristic about The Peanut Gallery is that they recognize that my son is unique and have developed transitions steps that fit his learning style, insuring his success!

Thank you Peanut Gallery!

L. Caldwell
Allen, Texas

Welcome to The Allen
Peanut Gallery

Address: 1224 E. Exchange Pkwy., Allen TX 75002
Contact Number: 972.359.0331

A member of the Peanut Gallery Family since 2003
Licensed Capacity: 223
Ages Serviced: six weeks to twelve years
Hours of Care: Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 6:30pm

Center Directors:
Tish Detrick
Joined the Peanut Gallery in 1989

Allison Hurtado
Joined the Peanut Gallery in 1997

Assistant Director
Lucy Wade
Joined the Peanut Gallery in 2003

Call NOW to arrange for your “fun-filled” Visit!
972.359.0331

Remember the last time you looked at something in wonderment? It was something so unique and interesting that it stopped you in your tracks. At The Peanut Gallery, we create those moments of wonderment each day with our preschoolers.

The Peanut Gallery offers educational care for children from infants through Pre-Kindergarten and Before and After School programs for Elementary students. A child must first accept and trust a new adult in their world. The warm attentiveness of our caregivers allows children to be happy and thrive while in our care. By providing an atmosphere that is physically safe and emotionally warm, children feel secure and confident. We partner with our families on the achievement of the big milestones in a child’s life. Whether it is the challenge of potty training or reading first words, these important moments are approached with love, patience and understanding. The Peanut Gallery’s program is thoughtfully planned to promote self-help skills and independence, while at the same time encouraging a sense of sharing and co-operation.

The Peanut Gallery, Allen, offers children a world of choices, small class sizes and an educational experience that is second to none. A child's learning success is assured by simple activities that match developmental abilities and provide foundations for later, more complex skills. All of our classrooms are center based and include reading, dramatic play, manipulative activities, art, blocks and computer learning lab. Zoo-Phonics™, our themed based phonics curriculum, Math Their Way™, and handwriting readiness promote a strong foundation by preparing our early childhood students for life-long success in Kindergarten and beyond.

Outside of the classroom, our incredible playgrounds allow imaginations to blossom and bodies to grow. Our school has multiple age-appropriate playgrounds that children enjoy every day.

We understand how much our families want to stay connected with their child’s day and development. By partnering with our families, we chart a course for open and honest communication, sharing ideas and monitoring progress together.

The Peanut Gallery’s School-Age program offers before and after school care for children Kindergarten age through 12 years old. This program provides free transportation to and from local Elementary schools, as well as a full day program for all out of school days.

We’d love to show you all the wonderful things The Peanut Gallery, Allen has to offer.

Allison Hurtado and Tish Detrick
Co-Directors

PS: Looking for care and development for your young one is always an emotional and challenging process. To help you in your search, click here for a checklist of important questions to ask when visiting schools.

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