News & Updates

Mask update

Mask update

March 2, 2022

Dear Parents & Staff, RIDOH and DHS COVID regulations have expired. As we move towards a new way of life, we are adjusting our COVID protocols while still maintaining a safe environment. As of Monday 3/7/22, wearing masks will be optional for employees, children, parents and visitors. If we experience a positive COVID case, we […]

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Congratulations DDC Smithfield on earning National Accreditation!

Congratulations DDC Smithfield on earning National Accreditation!

February 18, 2022

Program among the top 7% in the nation by earning accreditation Smithfield, RI – Dr. Day Care Learning Center has earned national re-accreditation from the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA).  Early childhood centers are evaluated based on standards that ensure the highest level of education and quality.   Dr. Day Care strives to have all […]

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$500 Donation to Hasbro from Dress Down Days

$500 Donation to Hasbro from Dress Down Days

January 27, 2022

Thank you to everyone who helped us raise $500 to donate to Hasbro Children’s Hospital! We are excited to support Hasbro with pediatric medicine, research, and medical education in southeastern New England. We raised money as part of our Dress Down Days in December. www.drdaycare.com/dress-down-days-december-2021   Wednesday, 12/1/21: Sports Day Wednesday, 12/8/21: Tie Dye Day […]

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Teaching meditation to children

Teaching meditation to children

January 21, 2022

The conversation on meditation and mindfulness has really come to light during the pandemic. I began to research and learn more about meditation and mindfulness when I had free time due to the 2020 pandemic. I realized meditation needed to be present in a young child’s life. Throughout my nearly 50-year career working with children […]

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2021 Employee of the Year award recipients

2021 Employee of the Year award recipients

January 18, 2022

Even though we (still!) weren’t able to get together to celebrate at our annual post-holiday party, we want to take a moment to recognize our amazing employees. Every year we honor employees who go above and beyond with CEO of the year awards. This year, the founder and CEO Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith, COO […]

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Congratulations DDC Foster on earning National Accreditation!

Congratulations DDC Foster on earning National Accreditation!

January 18, 2022

Program among the top 10% in the nation by earning accreditation Foster, RI – Dr. Day Care Learning Center has earned national re-accreditation from the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA).  Early childhood centers are evaluated based on standards that ensure the highest level of education and quality. Dr. Day Care strives to have all […]

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