Learning And Laughter Daycare

I am a mom to 9 children, ages 19-1, 6 girls and 3 boys with my 7th girl due in May. My daycare is a structured home style setting, with operating hours of 7-5:30, contracted per family. I provide meals and snacks, the exception being special diets or beliefs. I have been caring for children since the age of 12. I am midway through the state licensing program, and also through the accreditation process with the National Center for Family Childcare. I have plenty of experience, and want nothing but the best for your children!!
Philosophy:
I believe a child's early experiences enrich and stimulate future growth. Children deserve to be treated and respected as individuals in an environment that welcomes reason, exploration, question, and imagination. I respect each child's need for love, security, acceptance, warmth, and stimulation.
Goals:
While in my care your child will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities, which promote all aspects of development. Family childcare provides for children the comfort and experience of belonging to an extended family. I provide a home like setting. My approach to childcare is child centered and child directed. Children are offered choices whenever possible.
Activities:
We participate in a wide variety of activities on a daily basis. From crafts, to finger-painting; from building blocks to dance parties, I love keeping the children's minds and bodies active and alert. I encourage free play, as this is a great way to develop the social skills that are necessary in life.