About Us
A note from Nezzie
It has been said that being successful in the child care industry requires more than business acumen. It requires a genuine love for children.
My name is Ines Kirschner and I have been a licensed Group Family Child Care Provider for over 24 years based out of Syosset and servicing the Long Island area. The children have affectionately given me a the nickname “Nezzie”.
The other day, one of my precious little ones laid their head on my lap and told me that they loved me – completely unsolicited. This kind of relationship warms the heart. It really is nice to feel loved – especially by a child. When you pour yourself into a child, love flows back from that child. It is the type of relationship that offers “renewal”.
Children are a special blessing from God and I take this charge very seriously. As a mother of four I have not only learned special parenting skills but the truth that every child is different and requires individual attention. One size often does not always fit all.
I am always on site with the children and at the Tender Nest, every child receives lots of hugs and kisses. It is part of who I am and what I do.
Your children will be prepared for kindergarten in a non-competitive, small group setting at their home away from home. They will be loved, respected, safe and secure, comfortable and a tiny bit spoiled. I’ll even teach them some Spanish as I am bilingual.
A successful child care experience is always enhanced through parent/provider collaboration. I realize that the decision to place any child into the care of another is a difficult and often a heart rendering choice. When you choose the Tender Nest, I know you will have chosen wisely.
Thank you for taking the time to visit and please contact me should you have any questions or comments about the Tender Nest and how we offer an excellent child care experience on Long Island.
We tenderly nest children from 6 weeks old through 5 years and for those requiring after-school care. Full and part time programs are available.
Affectionately,
Nezzie
Our Philosophy
Nurturing a successful child requires experience, patience, effective teaching & a warm family setting…always striving to provide a quality, safe and nurturing environment supplied with developmentally appropriate materials and a relaxed, flexible and predictable schedule, encouraging children to become independent thinkers and problem solvers.
Helping Your Child Explore, Grow, & Learn
What is a successful child? One that approaches the kindergarten experience with the social and academic skills needed to succeed in the highly competitive and often pressure filled school systems on Long Island.
Child care on Long Island is very challenging. We live in an area that demands high educational standards from the very beginning of our children’s introduction to our school systems.
Our philosophy at the Tender Nest is based on the truth that once our children begin kindergarten the school system assumes more control over them. They enter an academic escalator and like it or not, our involvement as parents will be shared with other adults that will impact our children. In short, the system will have its’ way. Excessive structure, special services if needed and the road to academic achievement will dominate the lives of our most precious possessions – our children.
The program at the Tender Nest allows kids to be kids. As they play, grow and adapt to modest structure and learn to resolve conflicts in a small group environment your child will become more prepared for the kindergarten experience than many of their peers that are exposed to traditional preschool programs. They will become confident kids as they develop at all levels – social, emotional, physical and academic.
As each child is introduced to math and science concepts, phonetic awareness preparation, crafts and free play, they will always stand out, feeling secure in their home away from home. They will feel safe and grow as part of a “Tender Nest”.
As they learn they will be loved. Never pressured. Never falling through the cracks. Always tenderly nurtured. Always protected. Positive self esteem will take root.
Our recipe is simple. We begin with a generous serving of parent/provider communication. Then we gently blend the children in a small group setting and a loving environment. We sprinkle them with a double dose of love adding plenty of hugs and kisses. We bring the mixture to a slight spoil and wow…the result is a delicious dish… quality child care on Long Island, brought to you by the caring providers at the Tender Nest.
That is my commitment to each parent:
“Your child will always be precious, respected and appreciated. When they enter my daycare the experience will last all of us – them, you and me a lifetime.” — Nezzie
What Our Families are Saying
Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our children. Your dedication and compassion for all your children is limitless. We are very fortunate that our worlds met.
Kristin
