Daily Schedule

Why Us?

Licensed In-Home Daycare and DHS approved!

We run a peaceful home with no smoking. Front room has been completely setup and is both safe and fun for toddlers. I try to keep my prices reasonable, so that families can afford them.

DHS payments are accepted!

Stay informed with an app on your phone!

We use Procare! With this app, you can stay informed on your child's day and how they are doing. Parents can join the app for free and are encouraged to do so! This app is not only used for signing in and out, but it's also used for other important information. "Incidents" and "moods" will only be used when needed. Bottles/meals, nap and diaper changes are usually only logged for kids under one year old (unless needed to be noted).

Payments can also be accepted through this app. Please keep in mind that parents are responsible for the transaction fee (usually around $3).

Drinks for the kids

When it comes to drinks and bottles, we only use gallon jugs of filtered water. I always keep two in the fridge for cold drinks and one on the counter for bottles (room temperature). Sink water is only used for food prep, boiling water and washing hands. We only carry lactose-free milk and that's what we give to the kids, as well as use for cooking. For toddler drinks (other than the milk), we usually give plain water, but sometimes we do offer to add some fruit juice to the water for flavor. This is usually rare and only for special occasions, such as holidays or birthdays.

We supply cups for the kids. Each child will be assigned a cup for drinks while here. So there is no need to bring a cup to be left here.

We also have Dr Brown bottles for infants, that are of course sterilized between uses. You are welcome to bring a bottle or two to leave here, if your infant prefers a certain bottle.

Diaper Changes

We supply all wipes (and diaper powder if needed) for diaper changes. I ask that you bring and keep a decent amount of diapers here, along with a change of clothes and diaper cream (if needed/wanted). Each child will have their own cubby to keep their diapers, clothes and diaper cream.

Nap time

Each child is assigned a cot, sheet and pillow for nap time. You can choose to provide a blanket for them to leave here or we can provide one for them. It's completely up to you. If you provide one, it will be left here until their last day.

Play

We have a small gated front yard for the kids to play in. We play outside daily, as long as the weather permits. The kids love the slides, swings, balls, playhouse, water table, sand table and more outside!

Inside, we have tons of educational toys to help the children grow their minds.

Our Approach to Kindergarten Readiness

Social-Emotional Development: Learning to share, take turns, cooperate, negotiate, and understand different perspectives.
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Experimenting with solutions, adapting to challenges, and thinking creatively.
Language and Literacy: Expanding vocabulary, developing narrative skills through imaginative play, and understanding early literacy concepts.
Fine Motor Skills: Developing hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and strength through activities like building, drawing, and manipulating small objects.
Gross Motor Skills: Improving balance, coordination, and strength through active play, climbing, and movement.
Cognitive Development: Exploring concepts like cause and effect, patterns, and spatial relationships.
Creativity and Imagination: Expressing themselves freely, developing original ideas, and engaging in imaginative scenarios.
Early Math Concepts: Understanding quantities, shapes, and patterns through hands-on exploration.

At our childcare, we believe that learning through play is the most effective and joyful way for children to develop essential skills. As your child approaches kindergarten, you might be wondering about their readiness. Rest assured, we are dedicated to fostering their growth in a supportive and engaging environment.

We understand that every child develops at their own pace. Our mixed-age group, from infants to five-year-olds, allows for natural learning and peer interaction. While we move away from traditional worksheets and lectures, we thoughtfully incorporate activities that build foundational skills crucial for school success. These skills align with common kindergarten readiness benchmarks, and we observe and encourage their development through play-based exploration.

You might receive semi-annual progress reports detailing your child's engagement and development within our program. These reports reflect what we observe in our setting, recognizing that children may demonstrate different skills at home. For example, your child might count higher for you at home than they do during their play here. This is perfectly normal!

We celebrate each child's unique journey and progress. There's no need to stress about timelines or compare your child to others; every child learns and grows differently. We are excited to partner with you in nurturing your child's development and preparing them for a confident start to kindergarten.

Art Projects

We do seasonal and sometimes random art projects here. Your kids will only be little for so long, so we love to do hand and footprint projects. Kids love to show their parents what they made.

Photos

We take photos around twice a year, so you can see your baby grow and have photos to share with family. Make sure you let me know if you'd like your child excluded from the group photo.

Holidays

We celebrate every major holiday here and will not exclude any child from it.

Tax Information

Every payment you make here is tax deductible! At the beginning of each year, you will receive a detailed receipt for your taxes. An example of the form I use is shown to the left. All parents, from the previous year, will receive them by January 31st. Our EIN number will also be located on this form for filing purposes.

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