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Hi, my name is Fahimeh and I have been providing home daycare services to families in Northern Virginia since 2004. During this time I have sought to provide the best environment for children under my care, both from an educational and developmental perspective, as well as from a physical and emotional perspective. I do this by applying my training in Early Childhood Education to design all aspects of my home daycare in a way that allows infants and toddlers to grow into happy, healthy, and engaged kids.
Child Development Program
In addition to taking relevant courses, I have also participated in a number of initiatives that evaluate my development programs and daycare facility for safety and rate the quality of my child development approach.
- Every year since 2012 Smiley Kids Daycare has received the top ranking (#1 Quality Rating) in Fairfax County from the Virginia Department of Social Services through the Virginia Quality Program. Click here to learn more about the Virginia Quality Childcare Program.
- In 2013 I attained the nationally recognized Child Development Associate (CDA) credential – a rigorous evaluation of my child development knowledge and experience. I am a current and active member of the CDA community. Click here to learn more about the CDA credential.
Facility and Safety
We have implemented rigorous COVID safety measures that go beyond CDC recommendations. We have changed how / when / where we do each activity, changed the drop off / pick up procedure, created additional outside space and activities - to protect our kids, our community, and our staff.
Not only do I place a strong emphasis on early childhood development and education, but safety is always my #1 priority - both physical and emotional safety of the children. My home is regularly inspected by local and state agencies to ensure that it is fully up to code and completely safe for the children in my care. The inspections include a review of both inside and outside areas, all equipment (e.g., cribs, toys, furniture), and safety and emergency policies and procedures. I have passed every single inspection, both scheduled and unannounced inspections, since beginning my daycare operation in 2004.
Over the years I have developed a positive reputation among parents for providing a safe, fun, and enriching home daycare program. As a result, the majority of infants in my care are from parent referrals whose children remain in my care until they begin preschool.
Education and Credentials
Here is a summary of our experience and education:
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Medication Administration Training (MAT)
- Early Childhood Education Degree
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
- Virginia Quality Program: Top Rating every year since 2012
- Contributing member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
- Member of S. Early Childhood Association (SECA)
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