Childcare Programs in Johnson City, NY
At Two Rivers Daycare, we provide high-quality, play-based childcare programs for children 6 weeks through 11 years old. Our classrooms use the Experience curriculum to support every area of development through hands-on learning, meaningful play, and structured routines.
We offer full-day care Monday–Friday, 6:00am–6:00pm, serving families across Johnson City, Binghamton, Vestal, Endicott, and the Southern Tier.
Infant Program (6 Weeks–18 Months)
Our Infant Program focuses on nurturing care, secure attachment, and early developmental milestones in a calm and loving environment.
What infants experience:
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Individualized feeding and nap schedules
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Sensory exploration and movement activities
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Music, language exposure, and tactile play
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Safe, responsive interactions with consistent caregivers
The Experience curriculum for infants supports early brain development through gentle play, sensory experiences, and loving relationships that build trust and security.
Toddler Program (18 Months–3 Years)
Toddlers are learning independence, communication, and social skills. Our Toddler Program encourages exploration while providing structure and safety.
What toddlers experience:
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Hands-on play and discovery activities
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Early language development and communication skills
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Music, movement, and creative expression
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Social-emotional learning through guided play and routines
The Experience Toddler curriculum is designed to support exploration, movement, and early communication through engaging, play-based activities that spark curiosity and confidence.
Preschool Program (3–6 Years)
Our Preschool Program uses the Experience Preschool curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten through meaningful, hands-on learning.
What preschoolers experience:
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Early literacy, math, and science foundations
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Art, music, dramatic play, and storytelling
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Problem-solving, creativity, and group collaboration
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Social-emotional learning and self-regulation
The Experience Preschool curriculum uses monthly themes, books, games, art projects, and discovery activities to build foundational skills across cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains.
Children learn through guided play, projects, and exploration—helping them develop confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.
School-Age Program (6–11 Years)
Our School-Age Program provides a safe, structured environment for children outside of school hours.
What school-age children experience:
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Supervised play and social time
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Structured activities and enrichment
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Opportunities to relax, connect, and grow
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Safe, consistent care for working families
This program supports families who need reliable childcare for older children in a positive, supervised setting.
Our Curriculum: Experience (Play-Based Learning)
We use the Experience early learning curriculum (formerly Mother Goose Time), a research-based, play-centered curriculum designed for early childhood programs.
Experience Curriculum focuses on:
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Social and emotional development
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Language and literacy
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Math and reasoning
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Science and discovery
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Creative arts and physical development
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Social studies and community awareness
The curriculum integrates hands-on materials, music, art, and themed activities to help children explore topics deeply and build foundational skills across seven domains of development.
Each month features themed learning experiences, guided lesson plans, and activities that engage children’s curiosity while supporting developmental milestones.
A Day at Two Rivers Daycare
A typical day includes:
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Free play and guided learning centers
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Circle time, stories, and group activities
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Music, movement, and creative projects
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Snacks and meals
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Outdoor or active play
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Rest and quiet time
Our predictable routines help children feel secure while encouraging independence and exploration.
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Creative arts and physical development
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Social studies and community awareness
The curriculum integrates hands-on materials, music, art, and themed activities to help children explore topics deeply and build foundational skills across seven domains of development.
Each month features themed learning experiences, guided lesson plans, and activities that engage children’s curiosity while supporting developmental milestones.
Serving Johnson City & Binghamton Families
Two Rivers Daycare proudly serves families in:
Johnson City, Binghamton, Vestal, Endicott, Apalachin, and surrounding Southern Tier communities.
If you’re looking for daycare in Johnson City, NY, childcare near Binghamton, or play-based preschool in the Southern Tier, we’d love to meet your family.
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Creative arts and physical development
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Social studies and community awareness
The curriculum integrates hands-on materials, music, art, and themed activities to help children explore topics deeply and build foundational skills across seven domains of development.
Each month features themed learning experiences, guided lesson plans, and activities that engage children’s curiosity while supporting developmental milestones.