About Us

Founding Story 

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Garden of Eden was founded by a mother and daughter who were looking for a placement for their son/grandson who required childcare with individualized supports. All the educational programs that Silvia explored did not accommodate her schedule as a NYC teacher, and they did not incorporate an inclusive and affordable learning environment, that allowed for related services and behavioral supports. 

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Silvia Guerrero has always worked in schools with children of all abilities, as a child she was mentored by the founder of  well known charter school that currently serves grades 5th-12th. As a parent of 3 children who require additional supports, she has vast experience navigating supports, individualized educational plans, alternative placements, consultant work and related services. Silvia holds over 10 years working with all learners, across multiple learning environments. 

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Maria Martinez, raised four children, 3 who received supports. She migrated from the Dominican Republic to seek wrap around supports for her oldest children. Maria holds a vast background in business, marketing and real estate. She is the mastermind, that keeps it all together.  She partnered with Silvia, her daughter to create a daycare that would meet the needs of children, who require an individualized learning approach like the one Garden of Eden provides

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Our Mission

 

Garden of Eden Daycare provides a place in which children can expand their education and personal growth through educational lessons and encouraged self growth. Children are challenged and motivated to learn through the use of common core standards and the arts. Through play children are able to increase their cognitive, social, emotional and physical knowledge.

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Garden of Eden is a childcare site that caters to children of all populations, including children who require support outside of those provided in the traditional classroom. We believe that all children can interact with one another despite the challenges they might face. As a result we pride ourselves in aligning our program to meet the needs of all children. 

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We pride ourselves in having a play based curriculum that allows our children to learn about self while exploring the world around them. Through sensory based play, arts & crafts, literacy and movement children are able to increase their knowledge of the world around them.

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We are able to support our families, with any additional necessary community or educational support We hold a  high sense of personal accountability for student success and look forward to meeting the needs of the urban classroom and diverse population. We have vast experience working with children of all areas including those who require additional supports