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The Ossining Children’s Center creates a foundation for children’s lifelong intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth. We provide care and education for children in a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment. We also serve as a community resource and advocate for families.

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Volunteering at the Ossining Children’s Center offers adults and teens a unique opportunity to give back to the community while fostering meaningful connections. Our volunteers contribute to a nurturing environment where young children grow and learn. It also provides teens with valuable experience, building responsibility, empathy, and teamwork skills. Engaging together strengthens family bonds and supports the mission of providing affordable, high-quality early education in Westchester County.

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Upcoming Events

Spring Gala - April 26, 2026

Located at Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill

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Festive Fair - November 18-22, 2026

In partnership with Briarcliff businesses, celebrate OCC with a festive luncheon, raffle and music!

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Donating to Ossining Children's Center helps provide affordable, high-quality early childhood education and child care to families in Westchester County. Your support ensures that every child, regardless of their background, has access to a safe, nurturing environment that fosters learning, growth, and social development. Contributions directly impact classroom resources, staff training, and program expansion, empowering our community’s youngest learners to thrive and build a strong foundation for their future.

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Reviews From Parents

  • "This loving, nurturing environment provides a home away from home, not only for our children but for so many others in our community."

    Ashley

  • "Our family is grateful to have found a place in this community that nurtures our child and so many of Ossining’s children"

    Rachel

  • "OCC mirrors the rich diversity of our community, letting our kids learn and play with friends from all sorts of backgrounds, and the fact that it offers quality, accessible childcare has been so important for us."

    Amelia

  • "They offer piano lessons, nature, gym at park, a great education, they have a garden in the back where they grow their own herbs and vegetables"

    Stacy

  • "The staff and teachers go above and beyond in making sure he has a wonderful day, everyday. "

    Vanessa

  • “The staff is incredible, nurturing, and kind to my child and he loves it there. They really do go above and beyond for their children and families."“

    Meghan

  • "My child attended OCC for Pre K and we couldn’t be happier she did!"

    Kimbillie

  • "It's been refreshing as two working parents to know we leave our most beloved little human in such a safe, nurturing, educational and fun space"

    Rodolpho

  • The teachers and staff are amazing!

    Danielle

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How lucky are we? Ali Stroker, Tony Award-winning actress and author, came to the Ossining Children’s Center to read her book to some of our children. The children were enthralled and they loved showing off their dancing skills. We are looking
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Young 3’s moving up celebration 🎉
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