Early learning that is full, balanced, and joyful.
Over the Rainbow Child Development Center is led by Lisa Giancarli, Owner and Executive Director, in Bordentown.
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We believe early learning should be full, balanced, and joyful. The Creative Curriculum® guides our play-based activities, so children explore with curiosity and confidence. Families have trusted us for over thirty years, and we are Bordentown’s longest-running childcare center. We make sure every child’s day is filled with wonder, not limited by hours or funding. That belief shapes everything from the toys on the shelf to how we greet each child at the door.
Teachers use The Creative Curriculum to plan play-based activities, so children explore with curiosity and confidence. Rooms are set up for small groups, with materials that invite children to build, sort, paint, and pretend. Teachers stay consistent, so children know who will greet them each morning. Learning runs year-round, with no long summer break.
Our standards come from over thirty years of childcare experience. We have built a reputation for quality care and education, and families choose us for that unwavering commitment. Safety is a top priority, with rigorous protocols and facilities designed for children to explore and grow. We are proud to partner with several New Jersey state programs and accept New Jersey subsidies. If you have questions about whether you qualify, your county office can help.
Run by Lisa Giancarli, owner/executive director.
What you notice in practice
Teachers kneel to a child's eye level and listen. They follow what a child is working on, then add a question or a material to keep it going. Small groups let a teacher notice each child and respond. The day is full, not rushed.
Rooms have clear areas for blocks, books, art, and pretend play, so children choose and then help tidy. The day moves between active play, meals, quiet rest, and outdoor time. Children learn through play, with teachers close by. Ask us about the schedule for your child's age.
How we work with families
At pickup, teachers tell you what your child did that day: the block tower, the new sign, the song at circle. If you have a question, ask your child's teacher or the office; there is time at drop-off and pickup to talk. Meals come from our kitchen, and you can ask about the menu.
New children start with a visit, so the room and the teacher are familiar before the first full day. Teachers ask what comforts your child, what they eat, and how they sleep. You can call to check in; we will tell you how the morning is going. The first weeks are about trust.
