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Kid’s University has been serving our beautiful city of Lancaster since 1985 and is the only Nationally Accredited – 4 Star rated (highest rating available) daycare center in Lancaster, TX. This means that our Administration, Teaching Staff, and Leadership go above and beyond for the care, safety, and school preparation for our students. We are accredited through the National Accreditation Association (NAC).
We also partner with Educational First Steps (EFS), USDA/Child Food and Nutrition Agency, Childcare Group (CCA/CCMS), the City of Lancaster Health Dept. and Fire Dept.
Kids University partners with Cedar Valley Christian Center Church and the Carolyn A. Young Scholarship Program.
For more information on any of these partnerships or enrollment, please call us at 972.218.0808 and we will be glad to assist.

About us

Who We Are

At Kid’s University, we are more than just a daycare; we are a nurturing community dedicated to fostering the growth and development of young minds.
Our commitment to excellence ensures that every child receives the highest standard of care and educational support.Our passionate team of educators and administrators is focused on creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for children. We believe in building strong foundations for lifelong learning through play-based, age-appropriate activities that stimulate curiosity and creativity.
We value our partnerships with local organizations and agencies, which enhance our programs and resources. Together, we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families in our community.

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What our wonderful parents are saying about Kid’s University!

Choosing the perfect childcare center is a huge
decision for families. Who better to guide you than
parents who have been right where you are? Take
a look at what our parents are saying about Kid’s
University and how their children have flourished!

Why choose Kid’s University?

From the moment your family steps inside Kids University, you are surrounded by laughter, love
and learning. Here are some of the reason Parents choose Kids University.

  • Discover our curriculum- Kids University uses a combination of CLI Engage and Frog Street
    to give our students the best foundation in the beginning of their educational career.
  • Assessments- are used to collect data to help early childhood teachers and parents
    understand student skill levels and individualize instruction to support areas where needed.
    Assessments and parent- teacher conferences are conducted in the fall and in the spring
    semesters. To strengthen parent’s educational bonds with their children, assessment results
    are deciphered and shared with all parents.
  • Enriched learning – Kids University offers Spanish as a second language, sign language
    and bible classes to all ages.
  • Premium amenities – large playground divide by age group, licensed kitchen for food
    preparation, indoor play area, hands on learning environments in all classrooms, STEM(a)
    (science fair projects, video/computer for limited ages, engineering –
    blocks/building/construction, Math centers, Art, music, & community programs.
  • Safety – All facilities are locked and door coded for entry. Offices have camera accessible
    door entrances and hallways. Families are assigned door entry codes to accurately sign
    their child in and out for the day. Children are only released to persons listed on the family
    enrollment applications. Kids University used the universal 3 step process for sanitizing
    toys, shelves, chairs and tables. Kids University is a tree-nut and peanut free childcare
    facility.
  • Brightwheel – this apps allows parents to communicate with their child’s teacher. The app
    also allows teachers to send photo of children having fun playing enjoying arts and crafts
    and learning in circle time and center time.

We want your child as a student at Kid’s University!
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Careers

If you like having fun, playing and teaching infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, then this maya be the career for you. Singing, laughing, dancing, caring and guiding is part of what these positions require in a great candidate. If you can make children smile when you enter the room, give us a call to inquire about joining the Kid’s University team!

972.218.0808

Classes:

Infant & Toddlers
Kid’s University offers infants an ideal environment that stimulates their senses and is fun and safe. Our state licensed teachers provide a warm, loving and caring place for babies to grow and learn. We hold our babies when feeding from bottles, place them on their tummies to help build their upper body strength and prepare them to crawl and walk. We play music, sing, clap, read stories and use “regular” words to help process language and build an extensive vocabulary which will assist students in a stronger educational foundation.

Toddlers II & Preschool
Because we know toddlers love to explore and our state licensed teachers provide a classroom environment that helps toddlers explore skills like pushing, pulling, sorting, crawling, and walking. We use additional ways such as songs, center time, circle time (morning-meet time), rhyming and nursery rhymes to help our toddlers in the learning process. Potty learning (training) is our specialty. When parents and toddlers are ready for this stage, we are there to support.

Pre-Kindergarten- Carolyn A. Young Private School
Each day is planned with a variety of hands-on activities to encourage listening and socializing skills. Students are also encouraged to solve problems, take turns, and show sympathy for others. Students are introduced to expanding vocabulary words, math, science, colors, shapes, and much more. Our goal is to be sure students are ready and capable for kindergarten emotionally, physically, socially, and behaviorally. We develop a strong parent-teacher partnership to assist in this process of building this firm foundation and a love for learning.

Before & After Care – Transportation
Let our state licensed transportation vans and drivers pick up your students from our facility, take them to their respective elementary schools and return them back to our facility once school has concluded. We are also able to pick up children from their personal homes and take children back to their personal homes. Our drivers are trained and tested with certificates, so you can have peace of mind that your most prized possessions are in the good hands. Kids University offers homework assistance, summer enrichment programs and fall/spring and winter break care.

Nutrition
Fueling Energy All Day Long.
Kid’s University serves a nutritious breakfast, hearty lunch, a light snack, and supper (for before and after care students) daily. Thoughtfully balanced menus are planned weekly with children in mind. Our meals are nutrient-packed, wholesome and carefully selected according to our partnership USDA Food Program. Our meal preparer introduces children to food new experiences as teachers encourage kids to taste different foods. Each meal is prepared with allergies, dietary, and safety restrictions in mind for all children. Babies: Moms are welcome to tell us how, when, what to feed their baby. After filling out feeding forms

Our Promise
We partner with parents to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning. From the earliest stages of development to preparing for kindergarten, we guide children through a journey of discovery and confidence-building.

Come visit us. Schedule a private tour, ask questions and see why so many families trust Kid’s University as their child’s first educational experience.

Our Team

Danita Harris

Danita has over 30 years of experience in education and childcare.  She holds her C.D.A. degree (Childcare Development Associates), an A.A. degree from Cedar Valley College in Lancaster, TX and a B.S. and  Master’s degree in business administration from Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK.

​Danita believes…

“What is important to parents automatically becomes important to their children.  If education, appropriatebehavior and caring for your neighbor is important to parents, then education, appropriate behavior and caring for your neighbor will be important to their children. The converse is true as well.”

Danita is married and has two lovely daughters.

Danita Harris, M.B.A., C.D.A., Admin.

Camille Penny

Camille earned her B.S.W. degree from Oral Roberts University in 1992 and her M.Ed. from University of Phoenix in 2006.  She is a licensed childcare director and she also holds her CDA, Child Care Development Associates Degree.

Camille’s believes…

“What you teach from birth to 3 is what will be important to baby.” Pam Schiller, PhD.

Camille is married and has three handsome sons.

Camille Penny, M.Ed., C.D.A., Director

Amos Morris

Assistant Pastor

Amos Morris

Gwen Smith

Children’s Ministry

Gwen Smith

Nanetta Young

Children’s Ministry

Nanetta Young

Jonas Young

Men’s Ministry

Jonas Young

Shayla Miller

Single Ladies Ministry

Shayla Miller

Nisha Young

Praise Dance

Nisha Young

Upcoming School Announcements & Events

October 12, 2025

Fun & Creative Dress Up Oct 27 - 31

May 28, 2025

Kids University All-student Assessments Oct 20 to 24 (BOY)

May 28, 2025

Sat. Oct 18th 10am to 1pm Community Vendor booths available $20

May 28, 2025

Lancaster ISD Fall Break Oct. 13th - 17th Life School Fall Break Oct.6th - 10th

May 28, 2025

October: (PINK OUT Fridays! To honor Breast Cancer Awareness)

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