Frequently Asked Questions for Parents

Your child's safety is our highest priority!

Jasmine's Kingdom Daycare provides a clean, secure, and nurturing home environment where children are supervised throughout the day. We maintain age-appropriate play areas, follow strict health and safety practices, and create routines that help every child feel comfortable and secure.

Parents deserve peace of mind, and we work hard every day to earn that trust.

Jasmine’s Kingdom Daycare welcomes children from approximately 3 months through age 12, subject to the age range and capacity authorized by the program’s current New York State license. Activities, learning experiences, and play opportunities are tailored to each child’s age and developmental stage.

One of the advantages of a home daycare is the smaller group setting. Smaller groups allow for more individual attention, stronger relationships, and a calmer learning environment. Every child is known by name and treated like part of our daycare family.

Absolutely. Every child develops at their own pace. We take the time to understand each child's personality, interests, strengths, and learning style so they receive encouragement and support every day.

We believe parents should never wonder how their child's day went.
We provide regular communication regarding meals, naps, activities, milestones, and any concerns.
Building strong partnerships with families is one of our highest priorities.

Many children experience separation anxiety when starting daycare, and it is completely normal. We gently comfort children, help them become involved in fun activities, and keep routines consistent. Most children adjust surprisingly quickly once they begin building trust and friendships.

Yes. Jenny provides age-appropriate meals, snacks, and drinks for children in care.

Parents and guardians must share information about food allergies, dietary restrictions, and medical or religious dietary needs before care begins. If Jenny cannot safely accommodate a child’s specific dietary needs, the family will need to provide appropriately prepared and clearly labeled meals, snacks, and drinks.

Families of infants must provide their child’s labeled bottles, formula or expressed breast milk, along with current feeding instructions and any necessary feeding supplies.

These needs will be discussed during the initial meeting and before the child’s first day. Please also see Question 9 and our trusted nutrition resources.

Our contact form includes space to provide important information about your child’s allergies, dietary needs, and feeding requirements.

Every child's health is important.

We work closely with parents to understand allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions.
Careful meal planning and attention to food preparation help us provide a safe eating environment.

To help keep all children healthy, we follow illness guidelines designed to reduce the spread of contagious illnesses.
If a child becomes ill during the day, parents will be contacted promptly and updated on the situation.

Yes.

Outdoor play is an important part of childhood.
Weather permitting, children enjoy supervised outdoor activities that encourage exercise, exploration, creativity, and social development.

Children learn best through play.

Every day includes activities that help develop language, early math skills, creativity, problem-solving, social skills, and independence.
Learning is naturally woven into everyday experiences rather than feeling like formal classroom instruction.

We help children build confidence by developing early literacy, communication, fine motor skills, independence, following directions, sharing, and problem-solving. Our goal is to help every child feel excited and ready for their next educational step.

Absolutely!

We encourage families to schedule a personal tour.
Visiting allows you to meet the provider, explore the daycare environment, ask questions, and decide whether Jasmine's Kingdom Daycare is the right fit for your family.

Jasmine's Kingdom Daycare combines the warmth of a home environment with meaningful learning experiences and individualized attention.
Our smaller group setting allows children to feel safe, valued, and encouraged every day.
We strive to build strong relationships with both children and parents because we believe childcare works best when families and caregivers work together.

Jasmine’s Kingdom Daycare is licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). Families may ask to review the program’s current license and inspection information.

Depending on your child's age, parents may be asked to provide items such as diapers, wipes, extra clothing, bottles, comfort items, medications (if applicable), and any special supplies needed for the day.
A detailed checklist is provided during enrollment.

We believe children learn best through positive guidance, consistency, and encouragement.

Our focus is on teaching kindness, respect, problem-solving, and appropriate behavior rather than punishment.
We work closely with parents to ensure a consistent approach that supports each child's emotional and social development.

If Jenny is unavailable or the program must close, families will be notified as soon as reasonably possible. Review the Provider Unavailability & Closures Policy for notification, pickup, backup-care, reopening, and payment-adjustment information.

Read the full Closure Policy