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For more than two decades, Marthine Viciere, Founder and CEO of MV Kiddie Town Daycare & Learning Center, has dedicated her work to one of the most important investments any community can make: its children. A Caribbean Life feature highlighted Viciere’s commitment to educating and caring for the “whole child,” an approach that extends far beyond traditional childcare. Through MV Kiddie Town, children are given opportunities to grow academically, socially, emotionally and phy

The Autumn crisp is officially in the air, and you know what that means at MV Kiddie Town - it is finally time for one od our favorite annual tradition! This week, we traded our classroom chairs for stacks of straw and climbed aboard for our highly anticipated fall hayride.If you have ever wondered what pure, unadulterated childhood joy looks like, just picture a tractor pulling a wagon full of singing, giggling toddlers and preschoolers. From the moment our little adventurer

At MV Kiddie Town Daycare, the ABCs are so much more than characters on a page; they are the essential building blocks for reading, writing, and daily communication. When children learn to identify letter names, shapes, and the sounds they make, they begin connecting symbols to actual meaning. This hands-on exposure directly supports phonemic awareness- the critical ability to hear and play with sounds within words. By introducing these concepts early, we lay a solid groundwo

In today’s fast-paced world, parents often juggle multiple roles—caregivers, professionals, partners, and more. Amid this balancing act, one question often arises: Is daycare the right choice for my child? While every family’s situation is unique, the benefits of MV Kiddie Town Daycare's quality extend far beyond simple supervision. 1. A Foundation for Social Skills MV Kiddie Town Daycare offers children their first real taste of community outside the family. They learn to sh

Marthine Viciere is more than a pillar of the East Flatbush community in Brooklyn—she is a trusted guide, mentor, and advocate for young children and their families. As the founder and Executive Director of MV Kiddie Town, Marthine has spent over two decades creating a nurturing environment where children not only learn but thrive. With a B.S. in Early Childhood Education and Child Psychology from Brooklyn College and more than six years of experience in the public school sys

When you walk through the doors of MV Kiddie Town Daycare, you’ll notice something special right away — the warm smiles, the gentle voices, and the way our teachers bend down to meet each child at eye level. Here, teaching is more than a profession; it’s a calling rooted in care, patience, and love. More Than Educators — We’re Caregivers Our teachers don’t just guide children through colors, numbers, and letters — they guide them through life’s earliest lessons in kindness, e

At MV Kiddie Town, we believe that a child’s sense of safety is the foundation for their happiness, learning, and growth. When children feel secure, they are more confident to explore, make friends, and embrace new experiences. Our mission is to create an environment where every child feels welcomed, valued, and cared for from the moment they walk through our doors. 1. Warm Welcomes and Familiar Faces The first moments of the day set the tone. At MV Kiddie Town, our teachers

Academic skills are important, but some of the most valuable lessons children learn involve how to interact with other people. Learning to share, listen, communicate, take turns, solve disagreements, cooperate, and show kindness are skills that can benefit children throughout their lives. At MV Kiddie Town, children have opportunities to interact with their peers in a structured and supportive environment. Group activities, conversations, games, creative projects, meals, and

To an adult, a child building with blocks, drawing a picture, playing a game, or pretending to run a store may simply look like play. But for children, play is one of the most powerful ways they learn. When children build, they are exploring problem-solving, balance, creativity, and spatial awareness. When they participate in group games, they practice patience, teamwork, communication, and sharing. When they create art, they strengthen fine motor skills and learn to express

Choosing a daycare provider is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. You are not simply choosing where your child will spend several hours each day—you are selecting an environment that can influence your child's learning, social development, confidence, habits, and overall experience. Parents should look for a daycare where children are welcomed warmly, treated with respect, and given meaningful opportunities to learn and grow. Safety should always be a prio

The first years of a child's life are filled with extraordinary growth. Long before children enter elementary school, they are already learning how to communicate, solve problems, interact with others, follow routines, express emotions, and understand the world around them. That is why a quality early childhood environment can make such an important difference. At MV Kiddie Town, learning happens through age-appropriate activities, exploration, play, conversation, creativity,

For more than 20 years, MV Kiddie Town has proudly served children and families with a commitment to education, nurturing care, safety, and personal development. What began as a vision to create a welcoming place for children has grown into a trusted resource where families can feel confident that their children are being supported academically, socially, and emotionally. At MV Kiddie Town, we believe that childhood should be filled with opportunities to explore, discover, cr