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My First Daycare Adventures
Shelton, Connecticut · Daycare & Early Learning

Little discoveries. Meaningful beginnings.

A warm, family-style daycare where children learn through play, explore in English and Spanish, and build everyday confidence.

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Licensed
State of Connecticut
Family-owned
Rooted in Shelton, CT
Small groups
Thoughtful, personal care
The daycare owner welcoming visitors at the entrance.
Welcoming Shelton families
My First Daycare Adventures

Why choose us?

Warm care, meaningful learning, and everyday support for your family.

A personal, welcoming environment

Small-group care in a warm, family-style setting where children can feel comfortable as they learn and explore.

Learning in two languages

English and Spanish are part of the learning experience, encouraging children to communicate and discover in both languages.

Play with a purpose

Age-appropriate play and exploration help children practice motor skills, concentration, and everyday discovery.

Confidence through everyday routines

We support growing independence through everyday skills such as eating, handwashing, and using the bathroom, according to each child’s age and readiness.

Nutritious meals included

We provide nutritious, homemade meals at no additional cost during your child’s time in our care.

Diapers and wipes included.

Hours that support family routines

Care is available Monday–Friday from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Programs

An adventure for every age.

Small-group care designed around how children learn, explore, and grow.

Infants

6 weeks – 12 months

Warm, responsive care with gentle routines, play, and close attention to each infant’s needs.

Toddlers

1 – 2 years

Sensory play, movement, language, and caring guidance for growing confidence and independence.

Preschool

3 – 4 years

Stories, letters, numbers, creative play, and friendships that encourage curiosity and concentration.

Pre-K

4 – 5 years

Kindergarten preparation through early literacy, numbers, colors, culture, creativity, social skills, and confidence — always at each child’s pace.

Summer Program

5 – 14 years

Summer programming for school-age children with outdoor play, creative projects, exploration, and time with friends — while regular daycare continues for infants through pre-K.

After-School Care

Ages 5–10

A warm, welcoming place for children ages 5–10 after the school day. Contact us to learn more about our after-school care and availability.

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Learning Through Play

Where curiosity becomes learning.

Play and exploration are the foundation for learning. In English and Spanish, children encounter stories, music, art, movement, science, numbers, letters, colors, and culture through joyful, age-appropriate activities.

  • Creativity
  • Exploration
  • Stories
  • Music
  • Art
  • Motor skills & concentration
  • Science
  • Numbers
  • Letters
  • Colors & shapes
  • Bilingual discovery
  • Growing independence

A new theme every month

Each month our classrooms follow a fresh, intentional curriculum designed to gently prepare children for Kindergarten — while honoring that every child grows at their very own pace.

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Kindergarten Readiness

Preparing your child for school success.

Our curriculum focuses on developing the skills children need before entering Kindergarten — through age-appropriate learning experiences that feel like play, not pressure.

The daycare owner supporting a child as they work on a worksheet together.
Encouragement through everyday learning.

Early Literacy

Daily stories, phonics games, name recognition, and gentle writing practice that build a lifelong love of reading.

Numbers & Logic

Counting, sorting, and pattern play woven into everyday activities to grow confident problem-solvers.

Colors & Shapes

Visual learning through art, blocks, and nature that sharpens observation and early math thinking.

Culture & Community

Celebrating traditions, languages, and stories from our families to build empathy and belonging.

Creativity

Open-ended art, building, and pretend play that spark original thinking and self-expression.

Social Skills

Sharing, listening, teamwork, and conflict resolution practiced daily in a warm, guided environment.

Confidence

Encouraging independence, celebrating effort, and helping every child feel capable and proud.

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A day at MFDA

Our daily routine.

A gentle, predictable rhythm — full of learning, play, rest, and warm meals — from arrival through pickup.

  1. 5:00 – 8:00 AM

    Arrival & free play

    Warm welcomes at the door and gentle play to ease into the day.

  2. 8:00 – 8:30 AM

    Breakfast together

    Children wash their hands and enjoy a nutritious breakfast together.

  3. 8:30 – 9:00 AM

    Morning circle

    Welcome songs, calendar, weather, and a brief lesson or story to introduce the day's theme.

  4. 9:00 – 10:00 AM

    Learning activities

    Rotating activities focused on art, science, math, and reading — small-group projects and individual exploration.

  5. 10:00 – 10:30 AM

    Morning snack

    Healthy snacks served with a focus on social skills and independence.

  6. 10:30 – 11:15 AM

    Active play

    Active outdoor play (weather permitting) or indoor movement games — running and climbing.

  7. 11:15 – 11:45 AM

    Story time & music

    A dedicated story and music block to build language, rhythm, and imagination.

  8. 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM

    Lunch

    A balanced lunch with a focus on healthy eating and good table manners.

  9. 12:15 – 12:45 PM

    Wind-down

    Restroom routines and quiet activities like reading or drawing to prepare for rest.

  10. 12:45 – 2:50 PM

    Nap & quiet rest

    Rest period for all children with soft music and dimmed lights.

  11. 2:50 – 3:30 PM

    Wake up & snack

    Children wake up slowly and enjoy a nutritious afternoon snack.

  12. 3:30 – 4:30 PM

    Creative play

    Children take part in creative activities like painting, building, and imaginative play.

  13. 4:30 – 5:00 PM

    Wind-down & pickup

    A story or group game to relax before pickup time.

Times are a guide. Infants and young toddlers follow their own feeding, nap, and care rhythms.

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What parents tell us matters most

Care shaped around the whole child.

Practical support for children and families, from early learning to homemade meals.

A genuinely safe space

A licensed setting with attentive supervision, thoughtful routines, and clear family communication.

Spotlessly clean classrooms

Clean, cared-for spaces support comfortable play, learning, meals, and rest throughout the day.

Loving, attentive teachers

Caring adults get to know each child, join their play, and encourage progress without rushing their development.

Small groups, big attention

Small-group care helps teachers notice each child’s interests, needs, and growing confidence.

Nutritious, made-with-love meals

Homemade breakfast and lunch, plus two snacks each day, with menus planned weekly.

Learning through play

Stories, music, art, movement, science, numbers, letters, and outdoor discovery come to life through play.

Transportation available

Transportation is available to and from select Shelton-area schools and afterschool programs; ask about routes during your tour.

Saturday care

Saturday care is available from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM; ask about scheduling during your tour.

Inclusive of every child

Every child develops differently. We partner with families to understand routines, strengths, and the support that helps their child participate.

An easy way to visit us

Visit the daycare, meet our team, see the learning spaces, and ask the questions that matter to your family.

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Come see it for yourself.

Book a private tour and meet the teachers, classrooms, and playground your child will soon call home.

Schedule a Tour Call (203) 947-5256