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Ivy Kids Early Learning Center is bringing a new franchise to the Elyson subdivision in Katy.

Ivy Kids of Elyson is set for a groundbreaking ceremony Oct. 21, with plans to open in August 2023. The child care center will be located at 23101 Beckendorf Road, Katy. The center has programs for infants up to prekindergarteners.

Ivy Kids’ curriculum is inspired by psychologist Dr. Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences, which suggests people can have many kinds of intelligence—such as musical, interpersonal and logical—to capitalize on the full range of their abilities and talents. 713-360-1325. www.ivykids.com