Top Daycare in Ossining New York
Child care program for Toddler ages 3-4 Years from the Ossining Children’s Center.
Full-Day PreKindergarten Program
A Personalized Day at School for Ossining Families
Ossining Children’s Center, in partnership with the Ossining School District, provides New York State full-day public school prekindergarten classes. Our Pre-K program parallels the program provided at Park School, and offers the security and intimacy of being in a small children’s center with the convenience of before- and after-school enrichment for families who would like it.
Daily routines include:
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Feeding
On demand feeding or on a set schedule, as determined by parents. Ensuring proper nutrition.
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Breastfeeding
We are a Breastfeeding Friendly Day Care, designated by the New York State Department of Health’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
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Tummy Time
This encourages core and neck strength development in young children and is encouraged by the NIH.
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Outdoor Walks & Play
It is important for children to spend time outside, every day, and to interact with other children in play.
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Reading aloud
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Sensory exploration
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Music
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Learning to Talk
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Why does having a primary caregiver matter?
The bond between caregiver and child is the primary force in infant development – whether that caregiver is a family member or a teacher. Primary caregivers who play and interact joyfully with infants and calm them when they are distressed help shape healthy development of the brain through regulation of the nervous system. The bond nurtures the child’s ability to focus, self-regulate emotions, and bounce back from misfortune. It also fosters even the youngest child’s natural desire to learn. When children are confident from early childhood that their physical and emotional needs will be met, they learn to be self-assured, trusting, and able to manage conflict and stress.
With our mission to be your child’s second home, we pair every infant with a primary caregiver trained to develop a bond that mirrors the child’s attachment to the parent. And, because we have a very committed, high-tenure staff, your child’s attachment to his or her caregiver will not be disrupted by staff turnover.