ABOUT US

We are conveniently located in Queens New York. KST Daycare provides high-quality care at affordable rates. 

Shelly-Ann Teekasingh

Owner and Director

Dear Parents,
 
        My name is Shelly-Ann Teekasingh Owner and Director of KST Daycare & Pre-School. As a mother of four beautiful children –Kayla, Kayleb, Kayden and Kaylee– I truly understand the importance of TRUSTING a provider to care for your child. As parents, we love our children so deeply and we need the peace of mind that we’ve found a daycare where the staff truly cares about our children. At KST Daycare, this is absolutely the peace of mind you’ll get with your son or daughter enrolled at our daycare.
 
        I recognize environment is so important for children, and I really take pride in being able to make a difference in the way our daycare is unique. We are a home–like environment, for children to be exposed to each and every day. Surrounding children with beautiful classrooms that are safe, clean.  Education is a priority for me as an owner and as a mother. I also understand that maintaining a clean daycare is a must to ensure that children are as healthy as possible and that the daycare feels wonderful for our little ones to be a part of everyday.

Mission

We are honored by the trust our families place in us every day by allowing us to teach and care for their children. We are proud of our community of many families and teachers who share our goals and values of working together to help children meet and fulfill their potential. You face big decisions as a parent. None bigger than early education. Parents know that at KST Daycare and Pre-School we make it our passion to nurture a sense of discovery, joy, and wonder in every child

Vision

  • We foster our students’ love for learning, encourage them to try new and exciting things, and give them a solid foundation to build on.
  • Our vision is to develop well rounded, confident, and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. We will do this by providing a welcoming, happy, safe, and supportive learning environment in which everyone is equal and all achievements are celebrated.
  • We believe that a happy child is a successful one. We are committed to providing a positive, safe and stimulating environment for children to learn, where all are valued. We intend that all children should enjoy their learning, achieve their potential, and become independent life-long learners.
  • Our early learning facility exists to provide a safe, developmentally, inclusive environment for toddlers, preschool, and school age children.

Philosophy

As educators, we believe that all children have a right to respect, regardless of their abilities. We provide an environment that is safe yet stimulating and a curriculum that challenges them through creativity, self- choice, and learning through play. Therefore, our program supports the following philosophy about children and their growth.

  • Each child individually learns in different ways, at a different pace, by different approaches and at different ages of maturation.
  • A positive self-concept develops in children who can fulfill their goals, accomplish tasks on their own, and cooperate with others and receive positive feelings from others.
  • Self-disciplined children can direct their efforts towards fulfillment of their goals. Children learn self-discipline through understanding, commitment, and reinforcement.
  • Self-reliance is achieved by allowing children to do as many things for themselves as they are capable of but keeping in mind new skills.

Core Values

Quality

We believe every child deserves excellence in early learning programs and services to make a difference in their lives and our community.

Integrity

We believe integrity is the bedrock of a trustworthy organization which promotes effective relationships and assures mindful stewardship of state resources.

Respect

We believe respect is essential to building the relationships that are critical to success and optimizing the talents and diversity of our families and partners.

Education

We believe ongoing education and advocacy promotes positive early learning experiences and providing all children the opportunity to succeed.

Service

We believe families and providers are unique and we strive to understand, appreciate, and serve their needs.

Teamwork

We believe working together results in a stronger organization and community.