Chrissie Jones Family Child Care

Many don’t know that Friday was my last day open as a Family Childcare Provider. It was an extremely difficult, stressful decision. After caring for my kiddos for almost 20 years, I have retired from Childcare. I will be keeping my page up for a while, so families can see and save photos and videos I have posted.
While this field is always needed, the climate has changed as well as new parenting and parents. Sadly, many new parents are not looking for a Family Childcare that is run like a Family and not like a school or cold business only model.
I built my childcare based on a family based model. And working with MY families and My parents for My kids! Because that’s exactly what they all were and still are. I am blessed to keep in touch with most of my families. Many were “repeat offenders” as I lovingly call them!

They have given me so many wonderful referrals, memories and now just Family! We have gone through so many times together mostly good but also stressful and sad times that I am so grateful to have been able to be a help and support for the kids and parents. I am also so incredibly thankful for the support I have been given during illness, surgeries, my own children’s triumphs and struggles. They have had so many little siblings over the years.

Thank You All!

With Love,
GiGi, Cray Cray(The awesome nick names I was given), Chrissie

Our last few days together! 🥰❤️

Making some new friends

Absolutely 💯

If the child is leading, imagining, changing, and exploring...it’s open-ended play.✨

Children may explore loose parts, sensory trays, blocks and construction materials, natural items, pretend play props, or art materials without templates. In open-ended play, the adult’s role is intentional but minimal. Adults create thoughtful invitations to play, observe without directing, and support children through open-ended questions rather than instructions. Time and repetition are valued, allowing children to revisit ideas and deepen their learning.

Adults trust the child’s ideas and choices, knowing that meaningful learning happens when children lead.❤