What Continuity of Care Actually Means
Most daycare programs move children to a new teacher and a new classroom every time they have a birthday. Continuity of care is different: children stay with the same primary caregiver and the same small group of peers for an extended period, often their entire infant and toddler years, before moving up together as a group.
Research consistently shows this matters. Children with a stable, consistent caregiver form stronger attachments, develop better social skills, and adjust more easily to new experiences than children who are shuffled between rotating teachers and classrooms.
Where It's Offered
Continuity of care classrooms are currently offered at our Moriches and Quogue locations, one dedicated classroom at each, serving children from 6 to 36 months. Families in this classroom can expect their child to stay with the same primary caregiver and peer group throughout that full stretch, rather than transitioning to a new classroom and teacher each year.
Because each classroom is small, space is limited, and enrollment depends on availability at the time you're ready to start. We recommend asking about openings as early as possible.
Why the Same Caregiver Matters
When a child stays with the same caregiver over time, trust has room to actually deepen instead of resetting every year with someone new. Educators get to know each child's personality, preferences, and needs in a way that a rotating classroom simply doesn't allow, and that familiarity shows up in how secure and confident a child feels day to day.
This approach reflects our Reggio-inspired philosophy in practice. Learn more about our approach →