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Ms. Judy
Alphabet Kids Playhouse
Coming Soon!
Bronx, NY
6am–6pm, M - F
A Reggio Emilia Inspire program also a bilingual program
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.
Arts & crafts
Circle time
Fine motor skills development
Gross motor skills development
Music
Neighborhood walks
Puzzles
Reading time
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 #886956
Prior Experience
Family Worker @ Grand Street Settlement
1 year experience with toddlers and preschoolers
Family Advocate @ Cardinal Mccloskey
2 years experience with toddlers and preschoolers
Preschool Teacher @ Eastside House
3 years experience with preschoolers
Education
CPR/First Aid - 2022
CPR/FIRST AID
Professional Certificate - 2022
Facilitator
Associate’s Degree - 1998
Aas @ Boricua college
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. Judy
What inspires you to care for young children?
Young children are such a beautiful reminder of how special human connection and bonding is. Every kid is unique, and each one needs something different in order to succeed. As a mother of a now-22-year-old, I have had a lot of experience with childcare. As a lifelong educator and caregiver, it’s such a joy to find the things that make them feel comforted and excited to be there. In 2006, I had a daycare, and there was a little boy who had a hard time transitioning into a new schedule. He had tantrums and was constantly upset about not being home with his family. His parents and I worked closely to create a routine that made him feel good about daycare. (His family even told me they stuck with some of our daily practices to get him used to going to school.) It was incredible to see the progress he made every day. In no time, he was happy to come to my program and be with his new friends.
What’s a typical day like at your daycare?
Kids learn best with fun, hands-on activities. They can soak up so much information, and it’s important for them to get exposure to a lot of new things. It’s the best way to help them figure out what they’re passionate about. In this program, we spend a lot of time listening to music and learning instruments. We also do yoga, so the kids can get a little exercise and feel comfortable in their bodies. Another favorite activity is cooking class. The kids can learn the importance of healthy eating, and they also just light up when they realize they can help contribute to meal time. Sometimes, we go on field trips into the community, like to the local library. This experience has inspired independence and a love of learning in the children at my program.
What’s one thing parents should know about your program?
The kids in this program will get to learn a new language. This is a bilingual program, in which we can converse in both English and Spanish. At this age, kids have a natural talent for picking up new languages. They have a lot of fun communicating with their peers and exploring this whole new world of words together. We also do a little sign language. It can be so helpful for the children to learn how to express themselves in these different ways!
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“If children feel safe, they can take risks, ask questions, make mistakes, learn to trust, share their feelings, and grow.”
~ Alfie KohnRates & 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 Allerton. 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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