About Busy Bees Laveen Child Care Center · Phoenix
Busy Bees Laveen Child Care Center is a purpose-built early-learning and daycare center located at 2720 W Baseline Rd in Laveen, a village within the city of Phoenix, Arizona. It is part of the Busy Bees Child Care Centers brand, which operates 17 locations across the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The Laveen center serves children from 6 weeks through 12 years old with age-specific programs — Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, and Before & After School — using the proprietary BeeCurious curriculum alongside enrichment programs in music, yoga, and dance. The center officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 3, 2026, and is led by Center Director Chelsea Baca.
Busy Bees Laveen Child Care Center opened in June 2026 as the newest Arizona location of Busy Bees Child Care Centers, a multi-site early childhood education provider headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. The Laveen center is a state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility designed to provide a warm and nurturing environment for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years old, blending child-led programming with the company's award-winning curriculum. Children are grouped into five age-specific programs: Infant (6 weeks–18 months), Toddler (18 months–3 years), Preschool (3–4 years), Pre-K (4–5 years), and Before & After School Care (5–12 years). The center delivers enrichment programming alongside its core curriculum, including a research-based music program that develops singing and rhythmic coordination, a yoga program woven into preschool that fosters mental and physical well-being, and dance classes blending technique with creative choreography. Busy Bees Connect™, a complimentary family communication app, provides real-time updates, photos, and developmental milestones. The facility is entirely nut-free and accommodates other food sensitivities, offers healthy meals and snacks, provides a 10% military discount, and accepts child care subsidy and tuition-assistance options with flexible part-time scheduling, sibling discounts, and referral rewards. Ample on-site parking supports convenient drop-offs and pickups. Center Director Chelsea Baca has spent eleven years working with children of all ages, with experience spanning assistant teacher through associate executive roles across multiple agencies. She holds a bachelor's degree in early childhood education from New Mexico Highlands University and brings deep operational knowledge to lead the Laveen team. As part of Busy Bees' continued expansion across Arizona, the Laveen location reflects the organization's stated commitment to supporting working families and expanding access to exceptional early education across the Phoenix region.
- In business
- Opened June 2026 (newest Busy Bees Arizona location)
- Owner
- Operated by Busy Bees Child Care Centers (Phoenix, AZ). Laveen Center Director: Chelsea Baca. Corporate VP of Center Integration: Teri Davies.
- Serves
- Laveen and the greater Phoenix, Arizona metropolitan area (part of a 17-location Busy Bees network across Phoenix, Glendale, Tempe, Chandler, Surprise, Goodyear, El Mirage, Mesa, and Carefree)
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About Busy Bees Laveen Child Care Center
Busy Bees Laveen is the newest Arizona location of Busy Bees Child Care Centers, a multi-site early childhood education provider headquartered in Phoenix. The center officially celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 3, 2026, at 2720 W Baseline Rd, with remarks from local dignitaries and Chamber of Commerce representatives. It serves children from 6 weeks to 12 years old in a purpose-built facility designed to support cognitive, social, and physical development through child-led programming and the company's award-winning curriculum.
- Location: 2720 W Baseline Rd, Laveen, AZ 85339
- Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Enrollment line: 480-405-9585
- Ages served: 6 weeks through 12 years
- Part of a 17-location Busy Bees network across the Phoenix metro
Center Director — Chelsea Baca
Chelsea Baca leads the Laveen center as Center Director. She has spent eleven years working with children of all ages and is described by the company as passionate about creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Her experience spans multiple agencies and roles — from assistant teacher to associate executive — each shaping her leadership style and deepening her understanding of high-quality early childhood education.
- Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, New Mexico Highlands University
- Eleven years in early childhood education
- Background across assistant teacher, lead, and associate executive roles
Age-Specific Programs
The Laveen center runs five age-banded programs, each with curriculum goals and routines tailored to developmental stage. Infant care emphasizes attachment and individualized schedules; toddler care focuses on language, independence, and social-emotional growth; preschool layers in early literacy, math, science, and creative expression; pre-K adds kindergarten-readiness through inquiry-based STEM and self-regulation; and the school-age program provides before- and after-school care with homework help and enrichment.
- Infant (6 weeks – 18 months)
- Toddler (18 months – 3 years)
- Preschool (3 – 4 years)
- Pre-K (4 – 5 years)
- Before & After School Care (5 – 12 years)
Infant Program (6 Weeks – 18 Months)
Caregivers form close bonds with each baby and follow individualized routines for feeding, sleeping, and play. The program supports early development through sensory exploration, attachment-based play, and language-rich interactions, including the introduction of basic American Sign Language (ASL). Key focus areas include supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training), expanding language and communication through ASL and verbal expression, encouraging social-emotional growth through cooperative play, and sensory experiences, music, and movement to enhance cognitive development.
Toddler Program (18 Months – 3 Years)
Toddlers are naturally curious, energetic, and eager to explore. The toddler program fosters independence while encouraging language development and social-emotional growth through hands-on activities, play-based learning, and structured routines that build foundational skills for future learning.
- Developing early literacy and numeracy skills
- Creative expression through art, music, and dramatic play
- Building independence and confidence in learning
- Enhancing social and problem-solving skills through group activities
Preschool Program (3 – 4 Years)
Preschoolers are eager learners exploring their world with curiosity and excitement. The preschool program builds upon their natural interests, incorporating early literacy, math, science, and creative expression into daily routines. Play-based learning helps develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and social connections, with yoga woven in to foster mental and physical well-being.
- Strengthening pre-reading, writing, and numeracy skills
- Hands-on STEM exploration (science, technology, engineering, math)
- Fostering independence, confidence, and self-regulation
- Encouraging social responsibility and problem-solving skills
- Yoga enrichment through fun, themed sessions
Pre-K Program (4 – 5 Years)
The pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten through hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Children develop literacy and math skills, engage in STEM activities, and practice self-regulation and collaboration in a play-based environment designed to keep learning joyful and meaningful.
Before & After School Care (5 – 12 Years)
The school-age program supports continued learning and social development outside regular school hours. Children receive homework help, take part in enrichment activities, and have access to recreational play in a safe, engaging environment that extends their growth beyond the classroom day.
- Structured and free-choice learning experiences
- Homework completion and academic support
- Teamwork, leadership, and character-building
- Hands-on STEM, arts, and physical activities
BeeCurious Curriculum & Enrichment
Busy Bees' signature curriculum, BeeCurious, is designed to make learning a delightful experience that taps into children's inherent curiosity. The approach empowers children to take ownership of their learning through options, guided explorations, and multiple modes of self-expression. An integrative, child-centered model invites both educators and children to engage in inquiry — creating, connecting, and collaborating together. Enrichment programs are layered onto the daily schedule to develop the whole child.
- Music: research-based program nurturing social skills and musical development, including singing in tune and rhythmic coordination
- Yoga: themed sessions that foster lifelong mental and physical well-being
- Dance: blend of solid technique with fun, creative choreography and individual expression
- STEM: hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math across preschool and pre-K
Family Communication: Busy Bees Connect™
Busy Bees Connect™ keeps families connected to their child's day with real-time updates, photos, and developmental milestones. The complimentary, easy-to-use app gives parents and guardians a window into their child's learning journey so they can celebrate achievements and stay close to the experience throughout the day.
Health, Safety & Daily Living
The Laveen center maintains a completely nut-free food environment and works with families whose children have other food sensitivities and allergies to ensure safety and well-being. Healthy meals and snacks are provided daily. The facility is conveniently nestled with ample parking to make drop-offs and pickups stress-free for families.
- 100% nut-free center
- Allergy-sensitive meal planning
- Healthy meals and snacks provided
- Ample on-site parking
Tuition, Discounts & Financial Assistance
Published 2025–2026 Arizona rates for full-time care (5 full days per week) are $1,320/month for Infants, $1,210/month for Toddlers, and $1,150/month for Preschool, with part-time options at 3 full days and 2 full days. A 10% sibling discount applies to the oldest child's schedule when more than one child from the same family is enrolled. Active-duty military families receive a standard 10% discount. The center also accepts child care subsidy and offers tuition assistance guidance through its Center Directors, plus flexible part-time scheduling, referral rewards, and employee child care discounts.
- Infants: $1,320/mo (5 full days)
- Toddlers: $1,210/mo (5 full days)
- Preschool: $1,150/mo (5 full days)
- 10% sibling discount on oldest child's schedule
- 10% U.S. military discount
- Child care subsidy and tuition assistance accepted — contact Center Director
- Flexible part-time scheduling and referral rewards
Grand Opening & Community Welcome
On June 3, 2026, Busy Bees Laveen officially celebrated its new school at 2720 W Baseline Road with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that welcomed families, community leaders, and local partners. The celebration featured tours of the purpose-built learning environment, opportunities for families to meet educators, and remarks from local dignitaries and Chamber of Commerce representatives. According to Teri Davies, Vice President of Center Integration for Busy Bees North America, the openings reflect the company's deep commitment to children, families, and the communities it serves, and its continued investment in supporting working families across the Phoenix region.
- Ribbon-cutting: June 3, 2026
- Remarks from local dignitaries and Chamber of Commerce representatives
- Tours and meet-the-educator opportunities for families
- Part of Busy Bees' ongoing Arizona expansion (Laveen and Mesa centers opened together)