GO Explore

Childcare & Preschool

High-Quality Childcare in LaGrange

GO Explore Childcare & Preschool is set to open in 2027 at the new LaGrange County Innovation Center.

At GO Explore, every aspect of our program is designed to support curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. We follow research-based, child-centered practices that nurture the whole child, building strong relationships, fostering independence, and encouraging exploration in both the classroom and outdoors. Our learning approaches are carefully crafted to ensure that every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to grow.

GO Explore

Childcare & Preschool

At GO Explore, learning will be rooted in play, exploration, and intentional experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, and early problem-solving. Informed by current research in child development, our educators will focus on building strong, trusting relationships that support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth through hands-on learning and meaningful connections.

Families will be welcomed as true partners in their child’s learning journey. With individualized care that honors each child’s unique strengths, interests, and pace, GO Explore is being thoughtfully designed as a place where children will feel safe, supported, and inspired—building a lifelong love of learning from the very beginning.

Interested in Childcare?

Thank you for your interest in GO Explore Childcare & Preschool! We are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Please complete the inquiry form, and a member of our team will contact you with information about enrollment, program availability, and next steps. We look forward to connecting with your family and supporting your child's early learning journey.

Employment Opportunities

We're Growing!

GO Explore Childcare & Preschool is preparing to open its doors, and we're excited to begin building our team! We will soon be hiring for a variety of positions for individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and creating a positive impact in the lives of children and families.

Interested in joining us? Complete the form below to introduce yourself and learn more about future employment opportunities. We look forward to connecting with you!

Leadership You Can Trust

Jessica Downey and Jeannie Owsley bring more than a wealth of experience in early childhood education to the vision of GO Explore. Since 2011, they have owned and operated Imagination Station Early Learning Daycare in LaGrange, providing high-quality care rooted in relationships, social-emotional learning, and an emergent, child-centered curriculum.

Imagination Station is proudly accredited at Level 4 of Indiana’s Paths to QUALITY and nationally recognized through the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC). Throughout their leadership, Jessica and Jeannie have remained deeply committed to serving all families, participating in programs such as CCDF, On My Way Pre-K, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program, ensuring access to nutritious meals and inclusive early learning opportunities.

Through years of hands-on experience, they have seen both the impact of high-quality early education and the growing need for additional licensed childcare options in LaGrange County. In early 2024, Jessica and Jeannie founded GO Foundation with a shared belief: Every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and enriching place to learn and grow. GO Explore is the next step in that commitment—built on proven leadership, thoughtful practice, and a deep dedication to children and families.

Jessica Downey

Co-Founder & Co-CEO of GO Foundation | Future Executive Administrator of GO Explore

  • Co-owner & operator of Imagination Station Early Learning Daycare since 2011

  • Holds CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential

  • Expert in program administration, licensing compliance, and quality standards

  • Leader of a Paths to QUALITY™ Level 4 accredited program

  • Nationally recognized through NAFCC

  • Experienced with CCDF, On My Way Pre-K, & CACFP

  • Focused on relationship-based care, social-emotional learning, and child-led exploration

Jeannie Owsley

Co-Founder & Co-CEO of GO Foundation | Future Director & Curriculum Specialist of GO Explore

  • Co-owner & operator of Imagination Station Early Learning Daycare since 2011

  • Bachelor’s in Education (Birth–Grade 3 / Mild Intervention), summa cum laude

  • Recipient of the Maud Helm Rockwell Medal for Academic Excellence

  • Leader of a Paths to QUALITY™ Level 4 accredited program

  • Nationally recognized through NAFCC

  • Experienced with CCDF, On My Way Pre-K, & CACFP

  • Focused on inclusive education, whole-child development, and curriculum design

Our Approach to Early Learning

At GO Explore, every aspect of our program is designed to support curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. We follow research-based, child-centered practices that nurture the whole child, building strong relationships, fostering independence, and encouraging exploration in both the classroom and outdoors. Our learning approaches are carefully crafted to ensure that every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to grow.

Help Us Empower Families & Nurture Futures

Your gift to the GO Foundation helps provide early childhood care, education, and essential resources for families in need. With your support, we can continue honoring Gwendolynn’s legacy by creating brighter, healthier futures for children in our community.

Looking for more ways to get involved? Contact Us.