McDuffy's Family Child Care - Wonderschool

Our Teachers

Hello! I am Alex McDuffy, the founder of McDuffy’s Family Child Care and Wonderschool. Historically, we have provided care for friends and family without a license, and had no intension of becoming licensed.  Many of our own children’s classmates from school, had parents working from 9-5.  So, many of their friends would come home with us to complete their homework.  As the word spread regarding our “afterschool program”, families suggested we become and licensed daycare.  We took their advice, and are now caring for kids full time, and have been licensed for over 10 years now.

Philosophy

We at, McDuffy’s Family Child Care believe that our program and services offer developmentally appropriate curriculum and we strive to enhance social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth in young children. Our program fosters curiosity, creativity and self-esteem by taking into account children’s abilities and interests. We’ve designed our care environment with play and learning areas that allow children to explore various developmentally-appropriate activities based on their interests. Some of our favorite areas include reading / cozy area (for literacy, relaxation, and respite), sensory area (for spatial awareness and learning through the five senses), and music and movement area (for physical activity and cultural learning). I want to provide an enriching environment where children feel free to explore and play. Children will have some outdoor time everyday in my private yard. Connecting with nature is vital to a child’s happiness and growth.

Child initiated and teacher supported play is an essential component of our program.  We recognize that young children have many ways through which they can express themselves, and that we, as educators, must tap into those ways and engage the children in their learning.

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Location

McDuffy’s Family Child Care / Wonderschool is located in a welcoming, cozy single family home in Inglewood.

Our family neighborhood is quiet and very easy to find. Street and carport parking is available for ease of drop off and pick up.

Admissions

Join the McDuffy’s Family Child Care / Wonderschool community in four easy steps:

1. Explore our website

We’ve provided information about our philosophies and offerings to help you decide if our program may be right for your family.

2. Tour our program

Come see what makes McDuffy’s Family Child Care / Wonderschool unique. Please schedule a tour or attend an Open House event.

3. Submit an Enrollment Application

If you would like to enroll, please submit an application. Please note that we require tours for all prospective families. Please do not submit an application if you have not visited the program.

4. Enroll

After reviewing your application, we’ll send an enrollment invitation. Upon accepting your invitation you’ll pay your enrollment fee, fill out enrollment documents and review our Parent Handbook.