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Ms. Eridania
Little Stars Family Child Care
Licensed home daycare
Roslindale, MA
7am–4:30pm, M - F
Build. Play. Share.
Great for parents who want...
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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.
Arts & crafts
Circle time
Fine motor skills development
Outdoor play
STEAM activities
Reading time
Music
Seasonal 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.
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 #9030875
Prior Experience
Daycare Provider @ Self-Employed
29 years experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Parent
3 children
K-12 Teacher @ Served As An Educator In The Dominican Republic School System - Elementary / Middle School / High School
16 years experience with preschoolers and school age
Education
Program Accreditation - 2014
National Association of Family Child Care - NAFCC @ Nationally Accredited for 3 consecutive years
Professional Certificate - 2000
Teacher, Lead Teacher, Director Qualified @ Department of Early Education and Care
Graduate Degree - 1989
Master of Education @ Universidad Autonoma de Santo Domingo
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. Eridania
What inspires you to care for young children?
Giving back to my community is a great feeling, especially supporting working families and their children. I love what I do – it’s always been my passion - I just love the energy I get from being around kids! I started my program over twenty years ago, after working as a nanny in my home country – and now I have a masters’ degree in education and three grown children – one of whom is my assistant, Erika. My daughter has worked with at-risk youth and brings many amazing skills and a love of children to the program. We love working together and supporting families!
What’s a typical day like at your daycare?
Kids at this age love to explore, and we have lots of fun activities here! Our space is colorful and welcoming, with different areas for learning, creativity, and play. We are a bilingual program (Spanish/English) with a set daily schedule, and the kids partake in arts & crafts, music and movement, kindergarten prep worksheets, and outdoor play and exercise. My home has a nice big backyard, and recess is definitely a favorite time of day! I love sharing fresh fruit with the kids at snack time, talking to them about the benefits of healthy food, and planning special celebrations for birthdays and holidays.
What’s one thing parents should know about your program?
Parents and caregivers trust me because they know I always put the best interests of the children first. I believe in open communication– and if I observe something in a child’s behavior or in their learning, I do not hesitate to notify parents and offer recommendations and support. The families I work with are always grateful for this honest, supportive approach - I’m all about making sure every child gets the kind of care they need. Working with my daughter to give kids a daycare experience that is positive and full of learning and fun is such a wonderful gift.
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“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”
~ Benjamin FranklinRates & 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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There are 3 home daycares in Roslindale. Most care for 6 to 10 children and take both infants and toddlers. All home daycares are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care, just like preschool centers.
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