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About Creative Kids

Creative Kids Childcare Centers are safe and nurturing learning environments for young children. We offer daycare for infants and toddlers, preschool, and an excellent before & after school program for local elementary students. We are open year-round and provide flexible and extended hours.

Our Kind Child program allows us to help young children develop confidence, social skills, and a positive self-image. Our flexible curriculum and dedicated teachers work hand-in-hand to create individualized learning experiences for each child in our care. We also host special community events throughout the year because we believe community service instills positive values and builds character.

Our Preschool’s Programs

Our Curriculum

Creative Kids teaches from The Creative Curriculum®. The Creative Curriculum® is grounded in 38 research-based objectives that support active learning in all developmental areas. This curriculum is inclusive of all children and provides specific strategies and resources for every type of learner, including dual-language learners and those with special needs.

Before & After School

Looking for before or after school care for your elementary student? Creative Kids Kent is a stop on the bus route for several schools that are a part of the Carmel Central School District:

  • Kent Elementary School – 1091 NY-52, Carmel, NY 10512
  • Kent Primary School – 1065 NY-52, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512
  • Matthew Paterson Elementary School – 100 South St, Patterson, NY 12563
  • George Fisher Middle School – 281 Fair St, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512

Our Team

Ashley Martin

Ashley Martin

Director

I have been a part of Creative Kids since 2006. I started working at our Brewster school as a teacher, then got promoted to Assistant Director and moved to our location in Mahopac in 2013. In 2014, I opened the doors to our Kent location as the Center Director. I graduated from Ashford University in March 2017 with my Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education and Administration. I have always loved working with children ever since I was a little girl and I truly enjoy my job.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my sons, Mason and Declan, my husband, John, and my family and friends.

Kathleen Macdonald

Kathleen Macdonald

Assistant Director

I have been with Creative Kids since January of 2009. I started as a Teaching Assistant in the Infant Room. I received my Child Development Associate Credential in 2011 and then became the Lead Teacher, where I remained for several years. In July 2019, I was promoted to Assistant Director and moved to our Kent school.

Having 3 daughters of my own inspired me work with children. When they started going to school full-time, I began my career in childcare. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Scott, and our 3 daughters: Kaitlyn, Lauren and Megan. I enjoy camping, softbalI, and I spend a lot of my time volunteering in my town.

Reviews from Parents

5.0 Rating based on 38 Reviews Leave A Review
Lauren Rosa • Google
I cannot say enough kind words about the staff and curriculum at Creative Kids. Each one of the teachers are patient, sweet and treat my daughter like their own! My daughter is happy and excited to go to school each day! I feel very comfortable and confident that my daughter is in the absolute best care! Highly, highly recommend!!
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Tracey Julia Lizzo • Google
I could not rate this center higher. CC Kent is truly a wonderful place for children to learn and thrive. The teachers are lovely and teach the students social skills, academics, cognitive learning skills and an impressive vocabulary at such a young age. There is a strong sense of community that is contagious. It is definitely worth being on their waitlist.
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Danielle Martin Ngeat • Facebook
CKK is a wonderful school. Both of my girls started there at 18 months and flourished under the care and guidance of the staff. Their curriculum is developmentally and socially appropriate. The activities are fun for the kids. They learn about gardening and participate in things like decorating the school for holidays. Ashley is an amazing director, always there to answer any questions and providing my children with additional care and comfort on those rough mornings. I would absolutely recommend CKK to anyone looking for a caring, nurturing and engaging program for their children.
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Katie Foley • Google
Creative Kids has played a major role in our lives. We have sent both of our boys there since they were 4 months old and they continue to attend for before care while being a school age child. We will be sending our newest addition there as well to start in the baby room when we head back to work. I trust the staff at creative kids with no question to take the best care of our 3 children. They have taught my boys the building blocks to successfully start kindergarten, have shown them love and kept them safe. They always came home happy, clean and excited to share the events of the day. We are very fortunate to have found creative kids to help us take care of our children and give us peace of mind while at work.
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Preparing Your Child To THRIVE

Your child is unique, and we are happy to provide an educational, fun, and nurturing environment where each child can develop and thrive in order to build a bright future with unlimited possibilities.