Here at the Children’s Center, our toddler teaching staff not only ensures the children’s safety and comfort but also fosters each toddler’s physical, social, emotional and intellectual development. Teachers with a strong knowledge of child development stay in tune with the rapidly changing needs of each child as he or she grows. Finger plays, storytelling, listening to music, rhymes and the best of early children’s literature all greatly enhance the development of language and future literacy skills. Both indoor and outdoor play will provide opportunities for children to develop their fine and gross motor skills all year round.

Our full day year round program for the 3 to 4 year old child provides’ a traditional nursery school setting with extended hours of care. Children, under the guidance of credentialed early childhood teachers, are actively engaged in both small and-large groups, as well as independently in a variety of learning centers. Developmentally appropriate materials and equipment are available for children to explore and manipulate as they test out their ideas through creative play opportunities... The preschool program provides children with positive and exciting experiences with vocabulary building, story telling and listening skills. Through literature, children can travel to numerous captivating places∞all while exercising their imaginations. An outdoor playground and indoor gym enhance daily active and imaginative play opportunities.

Our after school childcare programs provide children with a well rounded, stimulating experience. Professional, caring staff offers a balance of structured and non-structured activities that meet children’s needs and abilities. Our inter-aged classrooms have quiet areas for reading and relaxing, and active play areas, including a variety of ongoing activities such as art, music, dramatic play, block building, board games and computer. Children also enjoy playing in our outdoor playground or in our gym. The opportunity to do homework and have a snack is always provided. Our after school program begins when the children arrive by bus from their elementary schools to KidsPort; care is available until 6:30 pm when the center closes for the evening.

The Port Washington Children’s Center offers a very exciting summer for school-age children. KIDSPORT SUMMER Our summer calendar is themed to include a wide variety of enriching experiences. Field trips, special visitors and swimming twice weekly at Whitney Pond pool are included. Specially designed “clubs” such as science, dance, sports, drama and arts and crafts are offered through the summer. PORT DAY CAMP A fun-filled camp experience! Two affordable programs with your child in mind.

Our Breakfast Program opens up at 7:15am. How your morning begins can be a great indicator of how the rest of the day will go. Our Breakfast Program strives to start your child’s day off on the right foot. We provide a nutritious breakfast, engage the children in fun activities and escort them to their bus to head to their Port Washington elementary school. You can feel at ease on your way to work knowing that your child is in good hands.