Welcome to Northern Dutchess Day Care


Early Learning Center & School Aged Child Care

Education should celebrate the wisdom of each child. At Northern Dutchess Day Care/Early Learning Center and School Aged Child Care, we awaken the whole child through an educational program that engages body, mind, and heart. Our creative curriculum focuses less on molding children and more on unfolding each individual learner. Helping children discover themselves, as well as their place in the world around them, is at the core of everything we do.

EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS
(18 months - 5 years)

Our Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K curricula awaken early learning skills in reading, expression, fine and gross motor skills, math, science, and the creative arts, while developing age appropriate social skills and team building.

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Interested in our
Early Learning Program? 

Please use the link to complete our Enrollment Inquiry Form through the brightwheel platform. If you do not already have an account, you will be prompted to create one. We will be in touch to share more information and current availability.

SCHOOL AGE 
CHILD CARE
(5 - 12 years)

The before and after school program at Chancellor Livingston Elementary School gives parents the peace of mind that their children are in a safe, fun environment supervised by trained, experienced staff.

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Kids playing Spikeball on a Spikeball Rookie Kit

Address

26 Mt. Rutsen Road
Rhinebeck, NY 12572

About Us

Founded in 1970 by Jane Braitmayer Smithers, Northern Dutchess Day Care/Early Learning Center and School Age Child Care Program are NYS licensed, nonprofit learning centers providing quality care and education to children ages 18 months through 12 years in a safe and secure environment. All activities take 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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