Caring.
Rewarding.
Growing.

At Plainfield Child Care, we believe childhood should be filled with wonder, warmth, and meaningful learning.

From the moment children walk through our doors, they are welcomed into a safe, loving, and engaging environmentwhere they are known, valued, and encouraged to grow. We believe children learn best through hands-on, play-based experiences, so our teachers intentionally design activities that spark curiosity, build confidence, and nurture each child’s unique strengths.

Our classrooms are guided by the interests of the children themselves—because when learning is joyful and relevant, it truly sticks. Every day, our caring and experienced teachers support children’s social, emotional, and academic development while fostering independence, kindness, and a lifelong love of learning.

We also believe that parents and guardians are a child’s first and most important teachers. That’s why we partner closely with families, communicating openly and working together to support each child’s growth—both in the classroom and beyond.

In addition to our high-quality, year-round child care, Plainfield Child Care is proud to be an approved Great Start to Readiness Program (GSRP) site, offering FREE preschool for eligible 4-year-olds. We also provide a fun and enriching summer program for school-age children, complete with exciting field trips and memorable experiences that make summer feel special.

At Plainfield Child Care, we don’t just care for children—we help them thrive.

Tuition Rates 2025-2026

6 weeks - 2.5 years old

$350/week full-time (4-5 days)

$95/day part-time (2-3 days)

2.5 - 3 years old

$310/week full-time (4-5 days)

$85/day part-time (2-3 days)

FREE GSRP Preschool (4 years old)

***Before and After School Care Available***

***DHS Subsidies Accepted***

About Us

Curriculum

We implement the industry leading Creative Curriculum which incorporates four key elements of development to ensure the growth of the whole child:

Social

Your child will communicate with others verbally and nonverbally to engage in the world around them. Your child will make new friends and gain the confidence, self-esteem, and negotiating skills necessary for a lifetime of healthy relationships.

Emotional

Children will enjoy a safe, nurturing "home away from home" where they can learn to express themselves and understand their own unique identities. Your child will gain the comfort and confidence to forge trusting relationships, value their individuality, and have fun just being him or herself.

Physical

We focus on the physical health and well-being of your child so he/she grows up safe and strong. Motor-skill development, coordination, mobility, and exercise all help ensure your growing child has a healthy body for a lifetime.

Intellectual

Our program helps build brain power by supporting the development of judgment, perception, memory, reasoning, critical thinking, and language through a series of age-appropriate cognitive activities. Reading, writing, and math are important and children learn by experiencing the world around them.

Testimonials

  • We value the care that our child receives at Plainfield Child Care. All the staff are caring and we trust them to teach our child and engage them in creative and active play. The staff are great at keeping us informed about issues and schedule changes. We recommend PFCC to all our family and friends looking for care.

    ~Sarah

  • Our kids come home happy and excited to share what they learned. They love their providers, often going back for extra hugs before they leave for the day. We take comfort in knowing our kids are well cared for on a daily basis and the Procare app makes it easy to communicate with staff about the kids and any changes. The extras like spirit week, Zumba, and gymnastic classes are awesome too!

  • Our girls have been here for 4 years now and it is the best child care decision we have ever made! They run an amazing business and as working parent's we need the confidence and peace of mind that our children are in the best hands possible. The team puts together a safe and fun schedule of activities. We feel like part of the family!

Meet The Team

  • Faith Basinger-Frueh

    Director

  • Laura Huhn

    Assistant Director

  • Tom Skilling

    Owner

Contact Us

If you’re interested in learning more or would like to schedule a tour of our center, get in touch!