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About Us
Welcome to
Messy Hands Happy Hearts
We are focused on providing the very best atmosphere for your little one. Safety is a primary concern as well as offering an engaging and entertaining learning environment.
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Located outside of New Windsor, we provide some of the best local childcare services you will find. We pride ourselves with an extensive curriculum, plenty of play and learning opportunities and experienced staff.
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At MHHH, we are endorsed by Caring Spaces, a local company with a three-tiered approach to measuring quality in infant and toddler's environments - from a daycare and quality perspective. We have gone through their training and technical assistance and are now considered an official Caring Space. For more information, ask one of our team members for an informational brochure.
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New York sets standards, called the Quality Stars Standards, for family based learning and early development. At MHHH, we follow these standards to the letter, in order to offer the highest quality care for your little ones. For more information on these standards, click here.
Meet Our Staff
Katia
Founder, Owner and Child Development Specialist
Katia has over 12 years of experience in childcare and education, supporting children from infancy through sixth grade. As director and lead teacher at MHHH, she is dedicated to creating a calm and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive. Katia is currently pursuing her degree in Early Childhood Education, holds multiple state certifications and trainings, and serves as Vice President of the Board for the Child Care Council of Orange County. Her experience, ongoing education, and leadership reflect her strong commitment to families and the field of early learning.
Joseph
Daycare Assistant
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Joseph joined MHHH at its inception as part-time support, finding it to be a perfect introduction to the world of professional caretaking and early child care development. In September 2020, he transitioned into a full-time role as manager of the kitchen, where he oversaw meal preparation and supported the smooth flow of daily routines. Alongside his work at MHHH, Joseph also served as a school bus driver, further demonstrating his commitment to safety and responsibility in caring for children. His flexibility, reliability, and dedication have made him a valued part of the MHHH team since the very beginning.
Stephanie
Daycare Assistant
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Stephanie graduated from high school with electives in child development, home economics and college credits in psychology. She pursued this throughout college, majoring in psychology. Stephanie was privately employed as an after school caregiver for eight year old twin boys and employed with Little Harvard Daycare. Stephanie joined us after having three children, and now is pursuing her CDA and associates degree in business management. Stephanie is acting Administrator at MHHH.
Rosie
Daycare Assistant
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Rosie is an assistant at MHHH. She began her childcare career through years of babysitting, which provided her with a solid foundation in nurturing and supporting children. She later expanded her experience by working in two daycare programs and with Jovie, where she strengthened her skills in child development, classroom routines, and creating safe, engaging learning environments. Rosie is committed to professional growth in the field of early childhood education and brings her dedication and enthusiasm to the children and families at MHHH.
