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Ms. Lisa
Buffalo Bambinos
Licensed home daycare
Buffalo, NY
7am–5pm, M - F
"Where curiosity grows"
Great for parents who want...
Each daycare has its own approach and specialties based on the provider’s expertise. Take the survey to see daycares that match your preferences and work best for you.Each daycare has its own approach & specialties. Take the survey to see 3 good matches for you.
A Few Favorite Activities
Activities are designed to help children develop social, emotional and cognitive skills as they sing, dance, play, and learn in a small group setting.
Reading time
Arts & crafts
Music
Outdoor play
Fine motor skills development
Puzzles
STEAM activities
Sensory play
Activities are designed to help children develop social, emotional and cognitive skills as they sing, dance, play, and learn in a small group setting.
Each program is led by a licensed child care professional. While they each have their own expertise and approach, they all share a genuine love for educating and helping young children grow & thrive. Being licensed also means they have done a series of state-required trainings and they’ve passed a government background check.
About the Provider
Licensed Family Child Care Educator
License #886489
Prior Experience
Parent
2 children
Babysitting @ 7 Different Families
19 years experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age
Church Children's Classes @ Volunteer At Buffalo Church Of Christ
7 years experience with infants, toddlers and school age
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - 2000
BA in Psychology and Studio Art @ University at Buffalo
Each program is led by a licensed child care professional. While they each have their own expertise and approach, they all share a genuine love for educating and helping young children grow & thrive. Being licensed also means they have done a series of state-required trainings and they’ve passed a government background check.
Q&A with Ms. Lisa
What inspires you to care for young children?
Helping children find their rhythm in life is the most rewarding thing! It’s incredible to meet them when they’re young and watch them keep getting better. During the time that children will be in daycare, they’ll have so many wonderful experiences: the first friends they make, the first time they recognize a word, the first time they remember celebrating a holiday or their birthday. It’s so special to be there for those moments. Even before having my two-year-old daughter, I was always known as the reliable person who loved kids. Within my church community, I was always happy to help local families and babysit. There was one family in particular whose kids I helped raise for over eight years. Those kids changed so much during that time, and it was always a joy to see them grow.
What’s a typical day like at your daycare?
The kids will never be bored here! My program has a lot of engaging and educational activities designed to keep the kids busy and to let them get their high energy out. Arts and crafts, music, reading, and celebrating birthdays are a few things that the children really look forward to. Parents might be interested to know that I have a degree in psychology and then went on to a masters program in elementary education. After my schooling, I had my own daughter, so I have a ton of knowledge and lived experience on the subject of child care that I’m eager to put to good use!
What’s one thing parents should know about your program?
We will work together as partners in creating the best possible care for their children. No one knows a kid better than their own family. Although I’ll treat every child in this program as though they were my own, my hope is that parents and I will always be in close communication about their children’s development and any challenges they may face. For instance, a few years ago, I was taking care of three children for a family. We had been working together for eight years, and we had all built a supportive and trusting relationship. I had noticed one of their children was having difficulty following directions and communicating their feelings effectively without lashing out. After discussing it with the parents, we decided the best course of action was to have the child evaluated. As it turns out, he had special needs that we weren’t previously aware of. Together, we came up with a plan to meet him where he was developmentally, and with a little work and patience, he was thriving in school. Parents should know that I will always have their back in finding the right path for their children.
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“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”
~ Benjamin FranklinReviews & References
Here’s the inside scoop from other parents that have worked with Ms. Lisa.
Christa
Lisa is able to engage children to sit and read with her with such ease. She is gifted in so many ways with her ability to calm a child's fears or concerns. I would feel such comfort in leaving my child with Lisa.
Amanda
Ms. Lisa is wonderful with kids. I know she has a ton of experience with all ages and I am always confident when my child is with her.
Rates & Openings
Daycare rates depend on how old your child will be and what your schedule looks like. 5 days / week might get a slight discount, and infant rates are usually more than toddlers’. Finding a spot also depends on age and schedule because each daycare has a limited number of openings for each age range.
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Location
There is 1 home daycare in Triangle. Most care for 6 to 10 children and take both infants and toddlers. All home daycares are licensed by the Office of Children and Family Services, just like preschool centers.
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