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Child Day Care Centers
Alternatives For Children's Child Day Care Programs
A Place Where Learning Comes Naturally.
At Alternatives For Children, our Child Day Care Centers provide a warm, engaging environment where children learn through play, exploration, and discovery.
Our teachers are NY State Dually Certified Special Education Teachers.
- Full-Day & Half-Day Programs
- Six-Week Summer Session
- NY State Dually Certified Special Education Teachers
- Art & Music Classes
- Educational Technology Activities
- Safe Playground Environments
- Certified Classroom Assistants
- Full-Time Nurse On Site
We believe every child deserves a safe, inspiring place to learn and grow. That’s why our Child Day Care Centers focus on:
Problem-Solving & Independence – Building confidence through hands-on exploration
Creativity & Cooperation – Encouraging imagination and teamwork
Respect & Diversity – Celebrating every child’s unique background
Our goal is to help our students build friendships, practice cooperation, and develop the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond.
We follow The Creative Curriculum, aligned with New York State Pre-Kindergarten Learning Standards, to support growth in:
- Social & Emotional Development
- Language & Literacy
- Math, Science & Technology
- The Arts & Cultural Awareness
Our program encourages independence, creativity, and confidence.
Through hands-on activities, seasonal themes, and group play, we explore:
- Nature and seasonal changes
- Cultures and traditions
- Healthy habits and safety
We focus on early literacy, pre-writing, and foundational math skills, while making learning fun!
Our caring staff create a secure, nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported.
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- Full-Day & Half-Day Programs
- Six-Week Summer Session
- NY State Dually Certified Special Education Teachers
- Art & Music Classes
- Educational Technology Activities
- Safe Playground Environments
- Certified Classroom Assistants
- Full-Time Nurse On Site
- Full-Day & Half-Day Programs
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We believe every child deserves a safe, inspiring place to learn and grow. That’s why our Child Day Care Centers focus on:
Problem-Solving & Independence – Building confidence through hands-on exploration
Creativity & Cooperation – Encouraging imagination and teamwork
Respect & Diversity – Celebrating every child’s unique background
Our goal is to help our students build friendships, practice cooperation, and develop the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond.
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We follow The Creative Curriculum, aligned with New York State Pre-Kindergarten Learning Standards, to support growth in:
- Social & Emotional Development
- Language & Literacy
- Math, Science & Technology
- The Arts & Cultural Awareness
Our program encourages independence, creativity, and confidence.
Through hands-on activities, seasonal themes, and group play, we explore:
- Nature and seasonal changes
- Cultures and traditions
- Healthy habits and safety
We focus on early literacy, pre-writing, and foundational math skills, while making learning fun!
Our caring staff create a secure, nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported.
Locations
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Aquebogue Child Day Care Center
116 Main Road
Aquebogue, NY 11931
631-722-2170
CONTACT Erin Lindsay-DiFiglia
provides care for preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
and is open from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm -
Dix Hills Child Day Care Center
600 South Service Road
Dix Hills, NY 11746
631-271-0777
CONTACT Vivienne Viera
provides care for preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
and is open from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm -
East Setauket Child Day Care Center
14 Research Way
East Setauket, NY 11733
631-331-6400
CONTACT Sheri Zilinskas
provides care for preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
NOT ACCEPTING CHILDREN AT THIS TIME -
Southampton Child Day Care Center
168 Hill Street
Southampton, NY 11968
631-283-3272
CONTACT Erin Lindsay-DiFiglia
provides care for preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
and is open from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm