What does this mean for your family?
Children's Nest participates in the CACFP and serves nutritious meals each operating day. We focus on promoting children's health by providing wholesome food in a pleasant, enjoyable environment.
About Children's Nest
Facts & background
Licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Children's Nest has been a trusted early childhood education provider for families across Nassau County since 2007.
Since 2007
Serving Nassau County families
NY State
Licensed by the Office of Children and Family Services
DSS
Cooperative provider for the Department of Social Services
CACFP
Child and Adult Care Food Program participant
Leadership
Meet our Executive Director
Chiara Ottomano
Executive Director
Chiara Ottomano holds a Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology with a minor in Early Childhood Education. She utilizes her extensive background and experience to manage the day-to-day operations of our centers, greeting parents and children each and every day.
Mrs. Ottomano is a Child Care Council of Nassau Board Member who has developed a successful business by practicing many of the skills developed as a Scholar of Organizational Psychology. Her expertise has been recognized by The National Association of Professional Women, who awarded her the 2014 Woman of the Year Award for Dedication to My Profession and the Achievement of Women.
Our history
Serving families since 2007
Children's Nest Early Childhood Education Centers have offered quality early childhood educational programs that accommodate the needs of families and the community since 2007. We are open to all families, regardless of race or religion, and are a cooperative provider for The Department of Social Services.
Nutrition program
Child and Adult Care Food Program
What's provided?
We offer a well-balanced breakfast, lunch, and light snacks each operating day.
What's the cost?
Children's Nest offers this benefit as an added value to the services we provide — there is no additional cost to families.
Ready to learn more?
We'd love to tell you more about our programs and help you find the right fit for your child.