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Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Flexible scheduling available within operating hours.
Why NYCMC Daycare
- A trusted, nurturing daycare where your child learns, grows, and feels truly cared for.
- A safe, values-centered environment designed to support your child’s learning, confidence, and joy.
- Where quality care, early learning, and a warm environment come together for your child’s best start.
Extended Hours for Working Families
We understand the needs of busy parents. Our extended hours make drop-off and pickup stress-free, giving you peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe, nurturing space while you work.
Infant, Toddler & Preschool Programs
From their first steps to school readiness, our programs grow with your child. Each stage focuses on developing curiosity, confidence, and early learning skills in a warm, faith-centered environment.
CPR & First-Aid Certified Staff
Our caring teachers are trained and certified in CPR and First Aid, ensuring every child is safe, supported, and supervised with professionalism and love.
Safe, Smoke-Free, Pet-Free Environment
Your child’s well-being comes first. Our facility is completely smoke-free, pet-free, and thoughtfully maintained to create a clean, calm, and secure atmosphere for every family.
Testimonials
NYCMC Daycare provides a rich array of educational activities, elevating it from just a childcare facility to a supportive space for your child's development. Here’s what people had to say about some of our early childhood programs at NYCMC.
"The instructor was warm, knowledgeable, and always prepared. Her explanations of each activity were so helpful."
Rasha Mohamed
"The team does an amazing job sharing information and offering real solutions for parents.”
Candace Simmons
"My child loved learning and socializing with other Muslim kids, and I learned how to continue the activities at home."
Saadia Khan
"The hands-on literacy activities were memorable."
Mahbuba Rahman
What NYCMC Daycare Offer
STEM PLAY
Use sensory bins, blocks, and nature walks to explore science and math.
Creative Arts, Song, & Story Time
Through songs, stories, and art, your child will express creativity, build language, and develop a lifelong love for learning all while having fun!
Potty Training Support
We work hand-in-hand with parents to encourage positive routines and independence, helping children reach this big milestone with patience and care.
Allergy-Friendly Kitchen
Our allergy-aware kitchen ensures every meal and snack is prepared with health, safety, and variety in mind — giving parents comfort and children nourishment.
Indoor & Outdoor Play Areas
Children explore, climb, and play in secure indoor and outdoor spaces designed for fun, movement, and discovery, helping them build coordination, confidence, and social skills.
Daily Updates for Parents
Stay connected every day. You’ll receive real-time updates, photos, and notes from teachers so you can see what your little one is learning and enjoying throughout the day.
Experience Curriculum
Experience Curriculum is a research-based model that uses play-based learning to help children develop a wide range of skills through exploration and discovery. Experience Curriculum views children as naturally curious and capable, and that teachers act as guides to support their learning journey. The curriculum includes monthly themes, hands-on activities, and assessments to track progress and foster a lifelong love of learning.
Experience Curriculum
- Focuses on play-based learning: The curriculum uses fun, play-based activities to help children learn about the world around them.
- Hands-on exploration: Children are encouraged to experiment with ideas, manipulate materials, and construct their own knowledge through hands-on activities.
- Teachers as guides: Teachers are viewed as researchers and guides who provide resources and support as children explore their interests.
- Developmental approach: The curriculum is designed to support all areas of child development, including social-emotional skills, cognitive skills, and physical development.
- Monthly themes: Learning is organized around monthly units with specific lesson plans and materials.
- Assessments and tracking: Child assessment tools are used to monitor each child's progress and help you understand their development.
- Family involvement: The curriculum includes ways for families to be involved and bridge the gap between home and school.
Our Core Team
Shakiel Humayun
Founder/CEO
Tracy Schaffran
NYCMC Daycare
Program Director
Sabeha Ahmed
Lead Educator
Daycare Info
- Address: 9015 190th Street - Hollis, NY 11423
- Phone: (718) 751-9292
- Email: Daycare@NycMuslimCenter.org
- Age groups served: Infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K
- Offering 5 full days, Mon-Wed-Fri full days or Tues-Thurs full days
- Hours of operation: 8am-6pm
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Daily Schedule Overview
INCLUSION & CULTURAL APPRECIATION
Embrace a variety of holidays and cultural traditions. Provide opportunities for bilingual learning. Showcase multicultural literature and toys.
HEALTHY HOME-MADE HALAL MEALS
Offer allergy-friendly and halal meal options.
Host a monthly “Cooking with Kids” event with activities like fruit kabobs and smoothies.
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“The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.”
Maria Montessori