For ages Infant – 5 years

Daycare

At Top of The Hill Family Child Care, your child will be welcomed into a warm, nurturing home environment where learning, play, and growth happen naturally each day. With a structured yet flexible routine, children enjoy hands-on activities, creative play, outdoor time, and opportunities to build strong social and emotional skills. Led by experienced caregiver Lauren Ponte, who has nine years of experience and training in early childhood education, our program is designed to help every child feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. We are committed to open communication with families and creating a trusted partnership that supports your child’s development every step of the way.

Daycare schedule

(Please note- schedule is age adjusted) 

Time gaps are for bathroom/ changing needs & handwashing

7:00-8:30

Drop-off, free play, and breakfast

9:00-9:15

Circle time and morning songs

9:15-9:45

Structured activity (e.g. art, sensory play)

10:00-11:00

Outdoor / free play

11:15-11:45

Lunch time / Encouraging table manners

12:00-2:00

Nap time and quiet rest

2:00-2:30

Story time Snack time

2:30-3:00

Structured activity (e.g. music, movement, creative play)

3:00-5:00

Free play and pick-up

Everything you need to know

We’re here to make your family’s experience smooth and worry-free. Explore our most frequently asked questions about care, routines, and learning.

  • What age groups do you accept?

    Top of The Hill Family Child Care accepts children in the following age groups:

    • Infants: 3 months – 18 months
    • Toddlers: 18 months – 3 years old
    • Preschool Age: 4 years and up

  • What are your operating hours?

    Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM


    The daycare follows the Plainfield Public School calendar, including school holidays and weather-related closures.

  • How do you handle meals and snacks?

    • Breakfast: Brought from home (served between 7:00–8:30 AM)
    • Lunch: Served at daycare (11:15–11:45 AM)
    • Snack: Provided in the afternoon (2:00–2:30 PM)

    Children practice:

    • Handwashing before meals
    • Table manners
    • Structured mealtime routines

    Parents provide water/milk cups or bottles as needed.

  • How do you support early learning?

    Top of The Hill Family Child Care supports early learning through:

    • Learning through play with hands-on activities
    • Structured daily routines with flexibility
    • Morning circle time
    • Arts & crafts
    • Sensory play
    • Fine motor skill activities
    • Music and movement
    • Creative/imaginative play
    • Outdoor play
    • Story time

  • What safety measures are in place?

    Top of The Hill Family Child Care prioritizes safety through:

    • CPR & First Aid certification
    • Ongoing childcare training
    • Strict sick policy enforcement
    • Immediate pickup required for children with symptoms
    • I-9 and documentation procedures
    • Open communication with families

Still have questions?

Feel free to reach out - we'd love to connect and answer any question you may have.