Rainbow's End | Child Development Center

Rainbow’s End Child Development Center was established to meet the need for quality and convenient child care to the children of Southern Illinois University Carbondale students, faculty and staff.The primary goal of the Center is to provide a secure and positive atmosphere for children while their parents attend classes and work at SIU Carbondale. The Center is committed to providing a program which embodies developmentally appropriate practices and principles by following standards outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Some highlights of our program include:

Licensed by State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Well-balanced curriculum following Creative Curriculum guidelines
Skilled and experienced teaching staff
Child: Teacher ratios lower than required by utilizing SIU Carbondale Early Childhood students
Spacious building with seven classrooms, indoor activity room and three playgrounds
Convenient location with ample private parking for parents
Secure Scan-Entry building
Reduced fees for SIU Carbondale students
Participant in U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Program
Participant the Illinois Department of Human Services Child Care Subsidy Program

We invite you to learn more about Rainbow’s End Child Development Center by reviewing this website.