Message from The Director
Our goal is to help your children grow into individuals whose curiosity and creativity lead to a love of learning. Whose positive self-esteem, sense of autonomy and independence enable them to seek solutions to difficult problems. We hope, because they feel loved, confident and respected, they are able to go forward in the world as compassionate, caring and trusting men and women. We will never forget that learning should be fun and that the innocence, joy and freedom of children must be protected by their caretakers.
- Maureen Sweeney
What We Do
We provide professional care to children 6 weeks to 10 years of age, Monday through Friday 6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Infant
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The Beginning
- Diapering, napping, & feeding per parents' direction
- Tummy time, outdoor time, music, & play
- 1 caregiver to 3 children
- Child's day is recorded in a notebook
- Accomodations made for nursing mothers
Learning to trust and connect through exceptional care given by experienced teachers
PreSchool
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Autonomy is a beautiful thing
- Creative Curriculum
- Weekly themes & Projects
- Stories, Music, Art & Dance
- Letters, Numbers, & Colors
- AM snack, lunch, PM snack & 5 PM snack
- Outdoor play & Nature walks
- Naptime
Learning to balance a sense of self while including others. Realizing their power through doing for themselves
PreKindergarten
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It All Comes Together
- Creative Curriculum
- Weekly themes & Projects
- Stories, Music, & Dance
- Language Arts, Science, Geography & History
- AM snack, lunch, PM snack & 5 PM snack
- Outdoor play & Nature walks
- Field trips
Learning to share, play, research, cooperate, collaborate, think, problem solve, and become a social being
More Information
Please see some more of the reasons why we are special and our downloadable forms
There’s No Place Like Second Home
- Our school is a licensed center where we have been caring for & educating the children of Sussex for thirty years
- We are housed in a beautiful building, on 13 acres, in a country setting
- 3 large play-yards leave plenty of room for outdoor activities, walks & sunshine
- Generous sized classrooms provide space for teaching, playing, experimenting, sleeping & eating
- Our teacher to child ratio is well above State norms
- Our teachers are degreed, and certified in first aid & CPR. They are from the community & highly experienced. Many of our teachers have been at Second Home for years
- We use creative curriculum for all age groups
Downloads
- Second Home Programs and Policies - Illness, discipline, room descriptions
- Second Home Registration Forms - all signatures and information needed to attend
- New Jersey Universal Child Health Record - update required each year a child attends
Wantage
Child Age: 13 months
“Our son started at Second Home when he was 5 ½ months old. The welcoming, warm & friendly staff helped us adjust to our new balance of being working parents with a great place to take care of our son. He has learned so much in such a short time and we owe it to his caregivers. He loves to play with his friends, interact with his teachers, buggy rides, crawl all over, wave, clap hands, take steps & so much more. We look forward to all the new milestones to come and for Second Home to be able to share it with us.”
Branchville
Child Age: 4
“We are so pleased with the learning experience our daughter is getting at Second Home. Going to work every day, my mind is at ease knowing that she is thriving in a safe, caring, and educational environment. We couldn’t be happier to have her day guided by the teachers at Second Home.”
Wantage
Children’s Ages: 1 & 3
“It’s called Second Home for a reason! Amazing and passionate staff, wonderful learning environment, and my children love going each day. So grateful to have this incredible place for my children”
Westtown
Child Age: 18 months
“Second Home is just that….a second home for my son. They have treated my son as if he was one of their own. They have made my transition back to work an exceptionally smooth one.”
Wantage
Child Age: 4
“My daughter had an unhappy experience at another daycare and was cautious in the beginning. Ms. Camille and Ms. Drea welcomed her with open arms and smiles. I've noticed a tremendous improvement in my daughter in just a few short months. I'm so grateful to them and the assistants for giving her a place to learn, and feel accepted, loved, and happy!”
Frankford
Child Age: 2
“My daughter has been attending Second Home since she was 10 weeks old. As a first time parent, leaving your child for the first time is always hard. Maureen and the teachers there made it so easy and worry free. I know when my child is there she is properly taken care of and treated so well. Even spoiled by them. They are the best around.”
Montague
Children’s Ages: 9, 6 & 1
“Second Home is true to its name. Our children have always been made to feel at home there. We have been so happy with the quality of care our children have received. The teachers are all amazing and go above and beyond what you would expect at any day care. The preschool and pre-k classes offer an enriching curriculum that prepares the children for school. We love it at Second Home!”
Sandyston
Children’s Ages: 1 & 3
“Teachers and Staff are amazing! Facility is beautiful and clean. My kids love it there!”
Wantage
“Words cannot express the thanks that my family has for each and every staff member at Second Home Child Care that have been a part of our family for over 7 years. We have 2 children who attend Second Home. I owe so much of their development and learning to the staff! Highly recommend!”
Branchville
Children’s Ages: 5 & 2
“Second Home has helped form our children into amazing little humans! Both my kids have/had severe food allergies and Second Home has surpassed every one of my daycare providing needs. The entire staff are very dedicated, loving, and caring. They provided a phenomenal transition for our family and our children's’ needs into a social and educational environment, couldn't be anymore thankful for them.”
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Contact
Information
Second Home Child Care Center
208 Route 519
Wantage, NJ 07461