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About The Blue Hippo Daycare

Where Empathy, Curiosity & Confidence Take Root

Founded with love in the heart of Cypress Hills, Brooklyn, The Blue Hippo Daycare offers a safe, joyful, and inclusive home-away-from-home for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, and up to 19 years for children with special needs.

Our mission is to nurture kind, confident, and socially aware children through a Montessori-inspired, play-based curriculum that sparks natural curiosity and fosters real-world skills. We’re not a traditional daycare. We’re a place where your child will feel seen, supported, and celebrated every step of the way.

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Our Mission

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Our Mission & Philosophy

We believe that character matters more than content. Our mission is to nurture kind, confident, and socially aware children through a play-based, Montessori-inspired approach, not through rote academics or boring drills.

Empathy & Manners First

Our focus is on teaching kindness, respect, and emotional intelligence—unlike traditional programs that prioritize memorization and test-ready skills.

Play-based Learning

Through hands-on exploration, imaginative role-play, and real-life problem-solving, children learn naturally and joyfully.

Montessori Principles

Each child works at their own pace, choosing from carefully prepared materials in a calm, supportive environment. We do include academic learning, but only as part of engaging, meaningful activities, not dry worksheets or repetitive drills. In our care, children grow not just in intelligence, but in heart. They leave ready for school and for life.

  • "The Blue Hippo has exceeded my expectations for a childcare provider. The family atmosphere puts my anxiety at ease. Any questions or concerns are addressed promptly. The staff is friendly, courteous and very supportive. My child enjoys her time at her home away from home."

    Elaine W.
    ★★★★★

  • "Staff is friendly and helpful. Daycare is clean and well managed. My kids love attending and they are open on days school is out."

    Nicole R.
    ★★★★★

  • "It's a great daycare. My son loves going! He's eager to go everyday and is always quick to run inside. He's gotten attached to everyone so well. This is truly the best daycare that my son has been in."

    Jakhari H.
    ★★★★★

  • "My daughter currently attends the Blue Hippo daycare for afterschool care where they offer help with there homework. This daycare program provides a nurturing environment where children can engage in fun and educational activities. Staff are attentive and create a safe space for kids to explore their interests. Overall, it’s a great option for parents looking for a reliable afterschool program. This review doesn't allow enough stars!!!"

    Laqwana B.
    ★★★★★

  • "My son loves it there so much that he sometimes doesn't want to leave. The entire staff and Winston and his son are truly a Godsend. And he'll be going as long as they allow it. Lol"

    Jessica D.
    ★★★★★

  • "Fantastic daycare! My two kids always run inside upon arrival and they always ask to stay longer when it's time to go home. It's the best daycare my kids have ever been in."

    Carol W.
    ★★★★★