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Carmen Cruz is the founder of DR Daycare Wonderschool. She was inspired to start her own program because she saw a need for high-quality care for the many families in her community. She is an active member in her church and in local family organizations and has been formally recognized for her positive contributions to the community. Caring for children is her passion and she is excited to welcome you to her daycare!
Elsa is the full time assistant at the daycare. She is here every day and works with the children in both English and Spanish. She has been at DR Daycare Wonderschool for years and we love having her as part of our daycare staff!
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Philosophy
DR Daycare Wonderschool is a place for children to explore and learn together! We are extremely passionate about providing care in our community. love using our imaginations, playing and reading together, and discovering new things. We can’t wait for you to join our daycare family!
Location
DR Daycare Wonderschool is located on the first floor of a warm, welcoming home in the Ridgewood neighborhood in Queens.
We are right off of the Q55 bus route and within walking distance of the M train.
At DR Daycare Wonderschool, we have a fun, playful care environment with multiple learning opportunities for our kids! Throughout the day, we discover new things and learn from each other in both English and Spanish. We love doing art projects in our art center, playing with puzzles to challenge our brains, and going on adventures as we read in our library!
Children at DR Daycare Wonderschool will have some outdoor time everyday in my private backyard. If the weather allows, we will also go outside for walks around the neighborhood.
About our program
At DR Daycare Wonderschool in Ridgewood, young minds flourish through engaging cognitive and physical activities. Our dedicated staff fosters a nurturing environment for holistic growth, including social interaction and creative expression. The blend of academic focus and fun extracurriculars like music, arts, and sports sets our program apart, ensuring a well-rounded early learning experience.
Rhythm of the Day
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7:30amArrival and Health Check
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8:45amBreakfast (not provided!)
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9:45amCircle Time + Songs
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10:45amFree Play Stations
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11:00amOutdoor Activities
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11:30amLunch (provided)
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12:00pmNap Time
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2:30pmAfternoon Snack (provided)
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3:00pmMusic and Movement
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3:30pmDramatic Play and Puppets
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4:00pmFloor Play and Table Games
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4:30pmDinner (provided)
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5:00pmPack Up
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5:30pmGoodbyes
Admissions
Join the DR Daycare 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 DR Daycare 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.