Welcome
Teresa Mansell, Board President and Founder and Susan Kavchok, CEO
Childspace was founded by teachers with a vision. They wanted to create a “space” attuned to the true needs of a child’s learning while at the same time providing quality jobs for teachers. Still dedicated to these quality anchors, Childspace has thrived since 1988!
Our approach is nurturing. We use carefully considered routines to build children’s sense of security and lively, open classrooms to grow capable, creative thinkers. Parents can be comfortable addressing their own professional or educational goals, knowing that their children are receiving a caring and stimulating school experience.
Explore Our Two Locations
Mt. Airy
The Mt. Airy Center is located at the New Covenant Campus at 7500 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia. This lovely urban campus gives the center a park-like setting. Infants through preschoolers are nurtured at the Mt. Airy Center year-round. Also, in partnership with the School District of Philadelphia, Mt. Airy offers a Head Start program.Older children, Kindergarten-5th grade, are welcome in our After-School Care and fun, full-day Summer Camp.
Germantown
The Germantown Center is located at 5517 Greene Street, just a few doors down from the Greene Street Friends School. Childspace purchased this building in 1992 and has extensively renovated it to create an intimate childcare center with a homey feel. Infants through Pre-schoolers are warmly cared for year-round at the Germantown Center. In partnership with the School District of Philadelphia, Childspace Germantown offers a Head Start program.
Donate
Please click the button below for a list of items needed for Project-based Learning & classroom upgrades.
Careers
The heart of our worker-owned company is our teaching staff. Learn more about a rewarding career with us. Together, we are building a company that makes a positive difference in children’s lives—every day.
Tours
Curious about what is happening in Childspace classrooms? Please visit us. Just click the “Contact” button below and request a tour.