At Beyond Dreams, our scholars learn through Interactive Experiences
Beyond Dreams is dedicated to supporting our scholars cognitive development, social emotional development, language development and physical development by interacting with them every day through play.
Our Priorities
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Safety
Safety is our #1 priority at Beyond Dreams FCC. We follow the MSDE, the CDC, and federal guidelines and recommendations that are applicable to our center. Below is a summary of some of the guidelines we follow. For more detail, please refer to "Enhanced Guidelines for Childcare Facilities to Prevent the Spread of COVID19". As new information becomes available, these guidelines could be modified or deleted depending on circumstances
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Curriculum
A key component of the Creative Curriculum® system is alignment with the Common Core Early Learning Standards of DC. Our program prepares your child for the academic requirements expected of them in the school system, enabling them to feel confident when heading to kindergarten and beyond. We support our hands-on exploratory early learning curriculum with The Creative Curriculum® so that children can acquire tools and skills that can be used in everyday life situations. Through the development of self-confidence, they develop life skills that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.
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Highly Qualified Staff
Beyond Dreams Family Childcare Center's staff has been selected using an eligibility criteria that abides to corporate social responsibility for an average organization. Our staff is gender inclusive, professionally trained and validated to provide services to children.
Key qualities were taken into account when forming our staff to ensure children under our care are in safe hands. Patience is an essential quality for all our staff members. Along with patience, our staff members are gentle, understanding and nurturing as if your child is in the care of their 'other' family.
Our Dedicated Team
Director
India Witcher
India Witcher, is the director of Beyond Dreams Family Childcare LLC. With over 15 years of experience in Education, and, a proud mother of 5, she is committed to growing minds every day! Ms. Witcher holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development, and a Master's in Early Childhood Education. As a Childcare Center Director, she has experience working in classrooms and truly enjoys working with kids. As a child, she always dreamed of being a teacher and making a difference in the lives of others. Ms. Witcher continues to impact families and children's lives most joyfully and positively through interactive and hands on experiences. At Beyond Dreams, we've created a space where children are comfortable and excited to learn, are creative thinkers, and enjoy peer interactions.
Lead Teacher
Marika Washington
Marika Washington, born and raised in Washington DC, has been working with children for 7 wonderful years. Ms. Washington currently holds a CDA and, is currently on track to obtain her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Washington has a strong desire to teach and educate children because she believes in early child development and high quality educations, even for infants. Ms. Washington has experience providing loving and educational environments to children with all needs, backgrounds, and, of all ages. Ms. Washington believes that Parents are integral to creating a strong partnership in the development of their children. This value is why she strives to ensure open communication and awareness of everything concerning the development and growth of every child entrusted in her care.