Welcome to Northern Dutchess Day Care

Early Learning in Nature

Northern Dutchess Daycare Center is a Nature Preschool nestled against Ferncliff Forest, a 200-acre old growth forest preserve that provides an ever-changing landscape for our immersive Nature Program. Focus is on fostering children’s curiosity, independence, and connection to the natural environment through play, exploration, and hands-on activities in indoor and outdoor settings.

EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS
(18 months through 5 years)

Our tapestry of early learning includes Reggio Emilia child led art experiences, loose parts labs, and our Montessori style Mixed Age PreK. We believe that learning is all around us and the opportunities for your child’s holistic growth and development never stop. Full time and part time placements are available. A child may be enrolled at any time during the year, depending on space.


Address

26 Mt. Rutsen Road
Rhinebeck, NY 12572

About Us

Northern Dutchess Day Care Center is nonprofit, NYS licensed Nature Preschool for children ages 18 months through 5 years Founded in 1970 by Jane Braitmayer Smith, we have been serving families in the Hudson Valley for over 54 years.

Our creative Nature Program takes place in an atmosphere of great respect for each child as an individual with his or her unique interests, learning styles, and developmental needs. 

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