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HUNGRY CATERPILLARS FAMILY DAYCARE
Preparing for the brightest future, Hungry Caterpillars is pioneering the field of childcare through our dedication and commitment to meeting the specific needs of every child entrusted to our care. Our facilities are licensed by the state of California and are allowed to care for a maximum capacity of twelve to fourteen children, depending on the ages of the children enrolled at any given time. This smaller setting allows us to prioritize careful focus on each individual child, in order to get to know them, teach them, and form strong bonds with them. We do not take this responsibility lightly and provide each child with the enhanced attention that allows for a unique educational experience designed to promote intellectual growth. We welcome all prospective parents who are considering enrolling their children to visit our facilities anytime.
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
Hungry Caterpillars Family Daycare, nestled in the heart of North Beach, is a family-owned daycare that was born out of a shared dream and a heartfelt commitment. Bianca and Bryan Haberek, the proud parents of two daughters themselves, co-founded this enchanting space in late 2017 with a mission close to their hearts: to offer families the very essence of care and education they would want for their own precious daughters.
The nurturing proficiency at Hungry Caterpillars is built on a foundation of over nine years of hands-on experience, honed during tenures at the esteemed Silvia's Family Daycare before embarking on this shared endeavor. The program combines years of practical experience with a strong educational foundation thanks to Bianca's Associate in Science in the field of Early Childhood Education and Bryan's Associate in Arts in the field of Child Development, both earned with High Honors. The core of the Hungry Caterpillars approach to childcare is this harmonious blend of practical experience and academic achievement to create a space that is fully equipped where your children can thrive while having knowledge and care guide them on their developmental journey.
As dedicated parents themselves, Bianca and Bryan understand the beauty and complexity of raising children, and they bring that empathy to every facet of Hungry Caterpillars. Their firsthand insights have been seamlessly woven into every aspect of the program, with an unwavering commitment to providing a nurturing, family-oriented daycare experience.
The expertise required to care for young children is constantly evolving, a fact both Bianca and Bryan acknowledge and embrace. They work tirelessly to develop curricula intended to meet the requirements of each generation of children, which include organizing activities, preparing and serving daily homemade meals and snacks, assisting with diaper changing and potty training, keeping toys clean and disinfected, making frequent trips to the park and library, sanitizing the facility, and encouraging communal and emotional development. Both caretakers also possess experience and knowledge in assisting children through separation anxiety, using distraction and redirection techniques to help them through the transition of separating from their parents, in order to not only help children feel more at home but also to help parents feel more comfortable leaving their children while they are at work.
Hungry Caterpillars views childcare as more than just a quality daycare center, but rather the first step in a long journey of growth and education in the life of your little one. We are excited to be part of this adventure and will do our utmost to create lasting bonds and cultivate an environment that fosters a sense of family, where our dedicated hearts and experienced hands are ready to provide support every step of the way. With that in mind, we are more than prepared for and happy to undertake the responsibility of this task while working side-by-side with parents toward our goal of creating strong bonds and a setting that feels like family.
Ready to embark on this journey together? Contact us below to schedule a tour and discover how Hungry Caterpillars Family Daycare can be a nurturing home away from home for your child.
ACTIVITY AND FOOD SCHEDULES
Infant Schedule
Breakfast: served from 8.30am—9.30am
First Bottle: 9.30am
First Nap: 9.45am—10.45am
Park: 11.00am—12.00pm
Lunch: 12.00pm—12.30pm
Playtime: 12.30pm—1.00pm
Second Bottle: 1.15pm
Second Nap: 1.30pm—3.30pm
Third Bottle: 4.00pm
Sensory Play: 4.00pm—5.00pm
Pick-up: 5.00pm—5.30pm
Toddler Schedule
Breakfast: served from 8.30am—9.30am
Indoor Playtime: 9.45am—10.30am
Morning Snack: 10.30am—10.45am
Park/Activities: 11.00am—12.00pm
Lunch: 12.00pm—1.00pm
Indoor Playtime: 1.00pm—1.15pm
Bottle: 1.15pm
Nap: 1.30pm—3.30pm
Afternoon Snack: 3.30pm—4.00pm
Learning time: 4.00pm—5.00pm
Pick-up: 5:00pm—5:30pm
Note: If your child is under 6 months of age and is still napping three times a day, then the infant schedule does not apply to you. Feeding time will be every three hours since the last bottle. Naps will be every hour and a half to two hours. For example, if you bring your child to daycare at 8:15 am, and he/she woke up at 6:00 am and was fed at home, then the baby will be swaddled and put down for a nap. As soon as he/she wakes up from their nap then that will be the first feeding time of the day.
Hungry Caterpillars does not focus solely on providing outstanding care, we also make nurturing your child's growth and happiness through every meal they enjoy with us a priority. Our kitchen is the heart of our daycare, where we use only fresh, organic ingredients in our home-cooked meals as we believe in variety and adventure at the table! Our menu changes regularly, and we do out utmost to ensuring no meal is repeated within two weeks and that each dish is a carefully balanced plate of proteins, grains, dairy, and fresh fruits or vegetables, designed to fuel your little ones with the energy they need for a day full of learning and discovery.
We understand the importance of staying connected with you, the parents, which is why we share daily pictures of the meals, along with details about what's on their plate, directly to your phone; this way, you're always in the loop!
TESTIMONIALS
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SARAH TOOMEY
Mother of 16-month-old Lily
Hungry Caterpillars goes above and beyond to build personal relationships with each child and family. They have great values and are so thoughtful with how they care for kids that they feel loved and given individualized attention while still learning to play with other kids. I know that we lean on them for tips and welcome their advice given their experience. And any moms out there considering Hungry Caterpillars... your kids will run to give the staff a hug. What else could you ask for?!
EMILIE MILLS
Mother of 22-month-old Nathalie
Hungry Caterpillars took excellent care of my daughter Nathalie (7-19 months old). As a new parent, it was reassuring to see how Nathalie interacted with their staff, and to receive their daily reports and text updates. The staff also introduced new fruits (mangos!) and vegetables to Nathalie, took her to the park regularly, and taught her new things. At pickup, we usually had a quick chat recapping the day and it was clear to me that Nathalie was well cared for and loved. Hungry Caterpillars has a great way with infants and toddlers, takes parents’ wishes and parenting philosophies into account, and somehow manage to make it all look easy. Hungry Caterpillars is also the only care provider my husband and I trust to care for Nathalie for date night. I highly recommend the Hungry Caterpillars family daycare.
DEBBIE ESPINO
Mother of 10-month-old Holly
Hungry Caterpillars came into our life just when I needed them. They have been an amazing care provider with great ideas, activities, and suggestions for our child’s care. My daughter smiles and kicks her legs when we arrive in the morning and she is always happy when we go home. Hungry Caterpillars does a great job with keeping all the children on a schedule and it has helped with our regular sleep and eat schedules at home. I love that the staff is mature, has a lot of experience, and is always professional. The staff has great communicators and strive to offer the best care for all of the kids. Since we have been at Hungry Caterpillars, my daughter has hit a lot of her developmental milestones early and she looks to socialize with other kids regularly. We are so happy here!
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LATEST NEWS
Hungry Caterpillars Is Opening a New Preschool!
For over three decades, our family has been a beacon of exceptional childcare in our community. We are thrilled to share that we are expanding our loving, nurturing environment into the realm of early education with the launch of our Spanish immersion preschool in the Marina district of San Francisco!
Building on our family's legacy of excellence in the field of childcare, this new preschool will blend our high standards of care with a rich, immersive learning experience, which encapsulates cultural awareness and academic skills in a Spanish immersion setting.
Keep an eye out for more details on our grand opening and join us as we embark on this exciting new chapter!
Hungry Caterpillars Has A New Ride - The Cocoon!
We want you all to meet our new ride: The Cocoon! Hungry Caterpillars Family Daycare decided to obtain a safer and more fun way to travel for our kids to enjoy while we are out and about throughout the day.
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The new ride will also allow us the ability to travel further distances to destinations such as Aquatic Park to play in the sand, Fisherman's Wharf to bark with the seals, or various playgrounds in the area which were just a bit too far for the little ones to walk to on-foot.
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Be sure to say hello to the group if you happen to see The Cocoon anywhere in the neighborhood!
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CONTACT US
Interested parents are always welcome to visit, call, text, or email our daycare at anytime!
For questions regarding availability, our curriculum, or other general inquiries, please feel more than free to get in touch and we will be happy to assist you as best we can!
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When calling or writing us, please be sure to specify which of our locations, North Beach or Laurel Heights, you are inquiring about!