For 4 Generations
History & Heart
Preschool & Child Care Center Serving Harrisville, Farr West, North Ogden, Roy, Clinton, Plain City, Clearfield, Layton, South Weber And Uintah, UT
A Long History Means A Record Of Quality
Children’s Classic was founded by Michael and Lucy Morrelli in 1964 and remains in the family, run now by their oldest daughter, Shauna Morrelli Kendell. We’ve cared for 4 generations of Ogden families with enthusiasm, compassion, and excellence.
Family Owned & Operated With Love For Over 65 Years
Shauna Morrelli Kendell has an impressive 30-year history as an administrator, but she has been with Children’s Classic for over 40 years! Providing quality child care for Ogden’s families is truly her calling!
Accreditation & Awards Prove Our Excellence
Your Child Becomes A Part Of A Supportive Community
OUR MISSION:
At DKZ Children's Classic Learning Centers, our mission is to provide a beautiful and functional early childhood experience that blends the magic of play with Montessori and Reggio Emilia principles. We empower children to discover their inner genius, build confidence, and develop resilience in a safe, loving environment. We are equally committed to fostering a supportive, growth-focused culture for our team, ensuring both children and educators thrive.
OUR VISION:
Each child is a gift, a special and unique individual who we will love and respect
Our Core Values
Safety
Kindness
Mindfulness
Discovery
Innovation
Play
Nurturing
Loving Relationships
OUR MISSION:
Connecting our classic legacy to future generations
OUR VISION:
Each child is a gift, a special and unique individual who we will love and respect
Your Child Becomes A Part Of A Supportive Community
OUR MISSION:
Connecting our classic legacy to future generations
OUR VISION:
Each child is a gift, a special and unique individual who we will love and respect
Family
Respecting each other's differences and
connecting together
Excellence
Supporting and encouraging each other to succeed and grow
Kids First
Creating a safe, nurturing and loving environment
Fun
Creating playful experiences with our Children's Classic Family
Kind
Treating each other with respect and compassion
Positive
Thinking positive, being positive so that positive things
will happen
Serving The Community For Over 20 Years Now
Rachel Supalla founded Discovery Kidzone in her home back in 2009 as a half-day preschool for five children. Over time, she found that the community need for high-quality care and education was evident, and she has continually expanded to include DKZ Children’s Classic!
- In 2011, we moved into our first location (DKZ 1)
- In 2013, we added infant and toddler care
- In 2014, we opened our second location (DKZ 2)
- In 2016, we opened our third location (DKZ 3)
- In 2022, we opened our fourth location (DKZ 4 Helena)
- Today we serve over 1000 children daily and have 200 educational professionals on staff.
- In 2023 we opened our off site summer camp location serving over 120 additional children in the summer.
- In January 2024 we added 3 schools in Bozeman
- In April 2024, we added DKZ Children's Classic 2 schools in Ogden, UT & South Ogden, UT
Academic & Social-Emotional Learning With Proven Curricula
Children progress through unique, scaffolded, play-based curricula that take them from infancy through kindergarten, so they are ready to thrive in school!
- Frog Street© for infants, toddlers, and 2s gets little ones interested in the world and excited for learning.
- Connect4Learning® sets preschool and pre-k students on a path to meeting the Utah state core curriculum.
- The Letter People® Phonics Program introduces kindergarteners to phonics in new and exciting ways!
- Integrated STEM activities provide an expansive learning platform that ensures your child is school-ready for kindergarten and beyond.
- The Conscious Discipline® method by Dr. Becky Bailey uses gentle guidance to help children learn to express their emotions in non-destructive, age-appropriate ways.
A Long History Means A Record Of Quality
DKZ Children’s Classic was originally founded by Michael and Lucy Morrelli in 1964! We’ve cared for over 4 generations of Ogden families with enthusiasm, compassion, and excellence.
Family Owned & Operated With Love For Over 65 Years
Hear What Children Have To Say
Quality Care That Spans 6 Decades Gives your Child A Sure Start In Life
How Old Is Your Child?
Infants & Toddlers
4 weeks - 23 months
Twos
24 months - 36 months
Threes & Pre-K
3 - 5 years
Kindergarten
5 - 6 years
School Age
6 - 10 years