Infant
Gentle Care For Your Baby’s Bright Beginning
In the first year of life, babies need more than care; they need connection, consistency, and a place where they feel completely safe. At Windhaven Academy, our infant daycare program is intentionally designed to nurture those first bonds of trust while supporting your child’s growth through every milestone of early childhood development.
Beyond just early childcare development, we provide a gentle, loving foundation that helps your child feel safe, seen, and ready to grow.
Age Groups We Serve:
Non-Mobile Infants:
generally ranging from 0-9 months
Mobile Infants:
generally ranging from 9–12 months
Transitional Toddlers:
generally ranging 12–18 months
Personalized Care Plans
Infants are cared for in serene, shoe-free classrooms designed exclusively for their age and stage. Each room is designed for a specific stage of infancy, from babies who are not yet mobile to those beginning to explore. All infant spaces are separate from older children and arranged to support a calm, clean, and secure environment, reflecting the standards of a high-quality infant daycare and childcare development center. Each baby follows a customized sleep and feeding schedule, updated monthly in collaboration with parents.
Nurturing Routines, Naturally Aligned
Our caregivers adapt daily routines to align with your family’s preferences and your child’s evolving needs. In these nurturing spaces, our team tunes into your child’s natural rhythm by offering comfort, connection, and age-appropriate play that gently supports early milestones through movement, bonding, and exploration. It’s a thoughtful approach to early childcare development that puts your child’s well-being at the center of everything we do.
Open Communication, Always!
We believe that you know your baby best. Our teachers work closely with parents to stay aligned on feeding, sleep, and daily routines. Using the Brightwheel daycare app, you’ll receive real-time updates including bottles, naps, diaper changes, and at least five photos of your child each day.
Through the Brightwheel app, you’ll receive real-time updates throughout the day, including:
- Feedings and nap time
- Diaper changes
- Developmental notes
- Photos and moments of joy (minimum 5 per day)
While we do not offer live streaming for safety reasons, many parents seeking a daycare with cameras appreciate our secure update system and consistent communication. This level of transparency helps you stay connected, whether you’re at work or just a few minutes away. It also gives caregivers a direct channel to share changes, celebrate milestones, and collaborate on your baby’s evolving needs with their daycare teachers.
Our families often say this consistent, caring communication is what sets Windhaven apart. It’s one more reason parents are looking for a trusted infant daycare where relationships matter as much as routines.
Flexible Part-Time and MDO Style Programs
You asked, we listened. More flexible options are now available to your family.
Whether you’re balancing part-time work, growing a business, or simply craving a few hours to reset, our new part-time and half-day programs are designed to fit your schedule.
Now enrolling:
Part-time care for infants (1 to 5 days per week)
Half day MDO style programs for ages 1 to 3
(MDO “Mother’s Day Out”, a gentle, flexible childcare option offering part-time care for families who don’t need a full day)
Part-time preschool & pre-k for ages 3 to 5
As part of the Windhaven community your needs matter to us. We're here to support what works best for your family now and going forward.
Supporting Milestones Through Meaningful Play
During the first 18 months, every day brings new discoveries. At Windhaven Academy, we thoughtfully design our infant environments to support physical, cognitive, and emotional growth, helping your child meet key developmental milestones in a warm and responsive setting.
Our classrooms are filled with soft, sensory-rich toys that encourage exploration and movement. From grasping a rattle to pulling up for the first time, every toy is carefully selected with purpose, aligning with the principles of early childcare and education. Our play-based curriculum draws from several leading educational philosophies, including Montessori. The toys and materials we provide are thoughtfully chosen to inspire exploration and support developmentally appropriate growth.
Infants at Windhaven are encouraged to:
- Strengthen motor skills through crawling, reaching, and climbing
- Use baby sign language to begin communicating wants and needs
- Enjoy weekly music time to stimulate sensory development
- Engage in puppet story time to build early language and listening skills
- Explore sounds, textures, and movement in a safe, nurturing space Build trust and
- Build trust and confidence through secure attachment and daily interaction
As an infant learning center grounded in high-quality early learning daycare practices, we focus on creating experiences that are not only joyful, but also foundational for the next stage of growth.
“The love and focus the owner has for every teacher, kid, and school is incomparable.”
– Mai Coria, Happy Teacher
Nourishing Healthy Beginnings
Feeding in the first year is personal, and we’re here to support your family’s choices with care and consistency. At our early childhood development daycare, we work closely with parents to create feeding plans that evolve with your baby’s needs.
Our approach includes:
- Support for breastfed, bottle-fed, or mixed-feeding infants
- Flexibility for breastfeeding and nursing mothers including proper milk storage
- Organic, no-sugar meals for babies beginning solids
- Gradual food introduction, aligned with your preferences
- Allergy-aware, age-appropriate menus
As a breastfeeding-friendly and family-centered child development center, we make nutrition a calming, connected part of your child’s day. Mealtime becomes a moment for trust-building and early learning, encouraging a strong foundation for lifelong healthy habits.
A Safe and Spotless Environment
At Windhaven Academy, nothing matters more than your child’s safety and health. That’s why we maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and security throughout our infant program and licensed daycare facility.
Our youngest learners are cared for in dedicated, infant-only classrooms that are thoughtfully designed to be calm, clean, and secure. These areas are strictly shoe-free to reduce germs and protect developing immune systems.
Our daily safety and sanitation practices include:
- Federal background checks for every staff member, including teachers and support staff
- A full-time onsite housekeeper dedicated to daily cleaning
- Professional cleaning services five days a week
- Enforced sick policy for children and staff members to minimize the spread of illness
- Controlled-access entry with phone-based verification
- Interior-use security cameras to support staff oversight and peace of mind
Families often choose Windhaven because they’re searching for more than just a daycare but also want a place that prioritizes health, safety, and attention to detail. With a spotless environment and secure systems in place, we give parents peace of mind from drop-off to pick-up.
Growing With Windhaven
Starting in our infant daycare program isn’t just about today; it’s an investment in your child’s future. Children who begin with us early benefit from consistent routines, trusted relationships, and a nurturing foundation in early childhood education. This early connection supports smoother transitions into our toddler and preschool classrooms, where familiar faces and routines help build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Families enrolled in our infant program receive priority access to our early childhood daycare programs and preschool, which include enriching features like spanish instruction, professional music classes, on-site events, and a strong emphasis on kindergarten readiness. By staying with Windhaven Academy, your child will experience a seamless journey through the most important developmental years all within one warm, trusted community.
FAQ
As a trusted early childhood development daycare, we create individualized care plans based on your baby’s current routine. These plans are reviewed monthly, and adjusted sooner if needed, to ensure your child’s feeding and sleep patterns align with their developmental needs and your preferences.
Absolutely. Windhaven is a proudly breastfeeding-friendly daycare that encourages mothers to nurse and pump on-site. We make it easy for families who want flexibility and support during this important stage.
As part of our early learning daycare approach, infants ready for solids enjoy fresh, organic meals that are free from added sugars and common allergens. We accommodate breast milk and formula with safe storage, and tailor feeding routines to match each family’s guidance.
Yes, when the weather allows, infants are taken outside for daily walks to enjoy fresh air and natural light. On days with poor weather, they are taken on walks indoors so they can still experience movement, stimulation, and a peaceful change of scenery in a safe, supervised setting.
Our infant rooms maintain a low ratio of 2 teachers for every 8 children, exceeding expectations for certified daycares and ensuring each baby receives personal, loving care. These small group sizes are a hallmark of quality in early childhood childcare.
You’ll receive real-time updates through the Brightwheel app, a key element to our connected, tech-forward childcare development center. Photos, logs, and direct messages help you stay fully engaged in your baby’s day.
Yes. Windhaven Academy is a fully licensed daycare center under the State of Texas. Every staff member completes a federal background check and holds up-to-date CPR certification. Our teachers also undergo 26+ hours of professional training each year in early childhood education, safety, and development.
Yes, Windhaven Academy offers year-round daycare and preschool services to meet the needs of our families. Our tuition includes a full-day program, Monday through Friday, 7am-6pm. We offer flexible drop-off and pick-up times to support your family’s routine.
Our holiday calendar is updated each year and we’re happy to provide the most current version for your planning convenience upon request. Our schedule is not based on any school district calendar, but we do follow Plano ISD for all weather-related closures to ensure the safety and consistency for our families.
To keep our classrooms healthy and safe, Windhaven Academy asks that any child or staff member showing signs of illness stay home. Anyone with a fever of 100.4°F or higher, vomiting, diarrhea, or other contagious symptoms must be symptom-free for at least 24 hours without the use of medication before returning to school. In some cases, a doctor’s note may be required. If a child becomes ill during the day, we will contact the parents for immediate pickup and ensure the child is kept comfortable and separate from others until they are picked up.
Tuition at Windhaven varies based on age group and scheduling needs. We’re proud to serve growing families by offering a 10% sibling discount for each additional child enrolled. For exact rates and current availability, we encourage you to schedule a visit. Come see why families seeking high-quality infant care choose Windhaven Academy.
We’d love to meet your family and personally introduce you to our infant program. Touring our infant classrooms is the best way to experience the warmth, cleanliness, and attention to detail that set Windhaven Academy apart. If you’re searching for trusted infant care in Plano or nearby, we invite you to come see what makes our community so special.
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Stay connected
At Windhaven Academy, we believe in fostering a strong sense of community among our families. To enhance this connection, we offer a dedicated parent Facebook group where members can engage in various events tailored for our community, including:
- Community Events: Opportunities for families to come together, strengthening bonds and creating lasting memories.
- Mom Events: Special gatherings focused on empowering and connecting the wonderful mothers in our community.
- Dad Events: Engaging activities designed specifically for the amazing fathers among us.
- Family Events: Fun-filled occasions that the entire family can enjoy together.
By joining our parent Facebook group, you’re not just staying informed; you’re becoming an integral part of a supportive and vibrant community. This platform ensures that families at Windhaven Academy are always connected, engaged, and thriving together.
Safety and Sustainability
Eco-Friendly, Non-Toxic Paint
Walls painted with eco-friendly, non-toxic paint provide a safe environment for your child, free from harmful chemicals and irritants.
Nut Free
Environment
Windhaven Academy is a nut-free environment to ensure the safety of all children with allergies. Thank you for keeping snacks and lunches nut-free!
Sugar free meals
Our infant program offers organic, sugar free meals to support brain development, balanced energy, and healthy habits from the start.
Safe Astro Turf Playgrounds
Astro turf playgrounds ensure a safe and soft surface for children to run, jump, and play, reducing the risk of scrapes and falls while promoting hours of outdoor fun.