The RCS Caring Steps Children's Center serves children from six weeks through age five, with the quality, care, and teaching that our families have grown to expect from Rochester Community Schools.
Highlights include:
Year-round, extended-hour childcare for infants, toddlers and preschool students
6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. availability
Fully licensed, secure facility
Open during inclement weather
Educational philosophy follows the HighScope Curriculum and is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach
Flexible scheduling with two, three, four and five-day options
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Medical experts repeatedly confirm what most parents already suspect--that outdoor play benefits children physically and emotionally.
Harvard faculty member, Claire McCarthy, M.D., offers these six reasons children need to play outside.
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As children grow, their car seat safety needs change. Resources are available to clear up confusion so parents can keep their children protected.
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Families love the outdoor experiences that summer brings, but preventing minor mishaps like bug bites can be a concern. Here are some tips for parents.
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Measles is a serious respiratory illness that is highly contagious. Thankfully, no cases have been reported in the Rochester Community School District or the Caring Steps community.