Author Archives: Jan Madura

It’s never easy being the parent of young children as you are still learning about the different developmental ages and stages each will go through. You might see other children who are speaking at an early age or even those who are physically more adept at running or jumping. As a result, you may struggle […]

When school is out for the summer, it presents different situations for families with young children. In some cases, it means that children will be at home, while for others with working parents, it means finding additional means of child care. No matter the individual circumstances, there is one thing that every child has in […]

There is no doubt that safe and reliable child care is needed throughout Nassau County, and our six centers certainly provide that. What started out as a passion in 1973 by our founder Jill Rooney, has now been embraced by our dedicated Board of Directors, each of whom has made it their personal mission to […]

If there is one thing that sets your child up for future success, it’s the opportunity to maximize their potential and instill a desire to learn, grow and succeed. Simply put, if you can harness the capacity and curiosity to learn when children are young, odds are you will set up a life long learner.

If you are a parent of an older child, you know that in what seems like a blink of an eye, your child has grown up. Childhood is certainly a special time, and what we do with our children can affect how they develop and enter into adulthood. In an age where social media and […]

One of the most frequently asked questions by parents and caretakers everywhere is when will my child learn to read? Unfortunately there is no easy answer to this as it can vary greatly depending on your individual child and the pace at which they learn. Some children seem to learn this skill overnight, while others […]

Believe it or not, summer is around the corner and it’s time to sign up for Harbor Child Care’s summer program. It’s seven weeks of fun for kids of all ages and offers the flexibility of attending either five or three days a week, or individual days via a daily rate. It includes a nutritious […]

Extracurricular activities are a great way to engage your child early on, expose them to new experiences and teach them how to interact with others. Depending on the age and maturity level of your child, these can enrich their life in ways that you may not be able to achieve in a home setting. Keep […]

Parents often don’t have a choice about selecting their work hours and in turn need to provide a safe environment for their child when they aren’t in school. Before and after school programs offer a myriad of benefits for families and most importantly, offer a daily peace of mind. These programs are usually associated with […]

Ask any parent what matters most when selecting a child care program and the answer will always be the same…their child’s safety and well being. At Harbor Child Care, each staff member takes a vested interest in ensuring that every child has the best experience each and every day. With that said, there are a […]