1:2 ratio
Infant care
12 weeks – 12 months
Small-group care with gentle routines and daily photo updates so you never miss a moment.
- Small-group care
- Daily photo updates
- All meals included
NYS licensed · up to 16 children
a warm welcome
Where every child is heard, nurtured, and celebrated
A licensed group family daycare in Deer Park, NY offering play-based learning for infants, toddlers, and school-age children.
NYS licensed #930203 · Up to 16 children · All meals included
NYS licensed #930203
Up to 16 children
All meals included
CPR & First Aid certified
for every age
Programs for every stage of growth
From their very first months to their grade-school years, we care for children the way we'd want our own cared for — with attention, patience, and plenty of room to play.
1:4 ratio
Toddler care
1 – 4 years
Arts, music, circle time, and outdoor play. Your child is seen, heard, and supported.
- Play-based learning
- Potty training support
- Social development
Before & after school
School-age care
5 – 12 years
STEAM activities, outdoor play, and time to just be a kid.
- Before and after school
- STEAM activities
- Flexible and fun
our philosophy
Play-based learning that listens
At Nurture and Grow, every morning starts with our “circle of voices.” Even the quietest child gets the chance to share a thought, a dream, or a worry. We believe learning starts with being heard.
Our days are built around self-directed play, hands-on learning, and the small moments that matter most. Tying shoelaces for the first time. Saying “please” without being reminded. Making a new friend. These are the victories we celebrate.
What makes us different isn't just the space. It's the way we listen.
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a day at nurture
A day full of learning and love
Our days are structured but never rushed. Here's a glimpse of what your child's day looks like.
6:30 AM
Arrival & free play
8:00 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM
Circle of voices
10:30 AM
Outside play
12:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM
Nap & quiet time
6:30 AM
Arrival & free play
8:00 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM
Circle of voices
10:30 AM
Outside play
12:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM
Nap & quiet time
take a peek
A look inside our space
A short tour of our playground, indoor areas, and the everyday corners where children explore, rest, and grow together.
meet Malisa
8 years of listening, learning, and celebrating
With eight years of teaching experience and a heart for every child who walks through her door, Malisa Suknanan built Nurture and Grow to be the kind of daycare she'd want for her own family. Warm, safe, attentive, and full of joy.
Read our story
8 years teaching ♡
families say
Warm words from our families
“As a mom, finding the right place for your child is everything, and I'm so grateful we found this daycare. My 3-year-old is so happy here, and Malisa is incredibly loving and attentive. Knowing she's in a safe, clean, and nurturing environment gives me so much peace of mind.”
curious?
Questions families often ask
Of course. We welcome every family to visit before making a decision. You can schedule a tour by calling us or sending a message on WhatsApp, and we'll find a time that works for you.
Yes. We accept all forms of payment, including state subsidies. Whether you're paying privately or using an assistance program, we're happy to work with you.
Yes. We provide breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack at no extra cost. We're a CACFP participant, which means our menus follow federal nutrition guidelines.
Ready to find the right daycare for your family?
Schedule a tour and see our learning environment firsthand.
come visit
Visit us in Deer Park
We're located at 54 W 2nd Street, Deer Park, NY 11729 — right in the heart of Long Island. Stop by for a tour and see our daycare in person.
54 W 2nd Street
Deer Park, NY 11729
Hours
Monday – Friday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday – SundayClosed
Closed on all federal holidays