Welcome to Auntie JJ's Childcare website.

In this site you will discover the great elements of childcare.  What we do during the day and postings of crafts and meals.  So you are aware of the wonderful time your child will have during the day.  I love kids and have my own two children. I am licensed by the state of Massachusetts and work with Bay State Food Program for nutritious meals. We teach children the basics before entering school. The childcare is located in Ludlow MA. 

The TV is on during meal prep and nap/quiet time only.  I would rather play with the children and do projects then have the TV on.  I love to be outside with them as much as possible.  We have a kiddie pool and sprinkler that we use during the summer months. During winter months we are outside playing in the snow maybe even building a snowman.  During the spring we are out in the rain jumping in puddles. We take field trip when we can.  Usually 2 a year.  We have been to the zoo located right here in Ludlow and even have gone to the local pond to play in the sand. I like to walk also. We may even walk to the park or take a trip around the block.

I am a pretty low key go with the flow kinda person.  If you have an issue or any questions please ask them.  Your child is my first priority.  I want them and you to be happy.
I do have two cats in the house.  They are low key cats and run from children. This site is a work in progress.

Fee Structure

I do offer Drop in Care. Which you may call me as soon as you need it or in advance.  When you know your going to need it. I charge $16 for a minimum of 2 hours but no more than 5 hours.  Anything over 5 hours is my daily rate of $35.  

-Payment is made to secure and maintain the position on the day care provider's roster.
-Childcare fees are based on your schedule that you have provided. 
-Payments is the same every week which includes absences.
-Payments shall be made on Monday for the coming week.
-The first 10 days of care are a probationary period for the provider, parent and child.  You may terminate during this period at anytime without fees and a two week notice.


Holidays and time off

The following days are understood to be the holiday schedule for the childcare provider
New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
Memorial Day  PAID
July 4th              PAID
Labor Day          PAID
Columbus Day
Thanksgiving Weekend (Thursday/Friday) PAID
Christmas Eve Day/Christmas Day      PAID

I will be open regular hours on New Year's Eve Day, Christmas Eve Day and Black Friday (day after Thanksgiving). If you wish to have your child/children not attend those days I require to still be paid for those days.  If you need me on one of the listed holidays above there will be a fee of $75 per child for that day AND an advanced agreement.

Hours of operation

Monday thru Friday 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. 

Our Schedule

8 am breakfast
8:30 am craft/planned activity
9 am diapering/toileting
9:15 am snack
10:00 am outside play
11:30 am Lunch
12:15 pm diapering/toileting
12:20 pm story time
12:30 pm nap/quiet time
2:30 pm wake from nap diapering/toileting
2:45 pm snack
3 pm  free play (outside or inside)
4:30 pm getting ready for departure
5 pm dinner

Thanks for stopping by.

Thanks for stopping by my page and checking out my daycare.  I do appreciate any feedback. If you wish to get more info please don't hesitate to call or email me.
Sincerely
Jenn Ricard                                                   413-547-2716
50 Maple Street                                            JJRicard@live.com
Ludlow MA 01056