EXECUTIVE CHILD CARE, GYM & LEARNING CENTER

Who are we?

Okie Dokie Childcare & Learning Center is a private childcare and learning center operated by Diego & Friends, LLC, a for-profit company. We serve children from 2 months to 4 years of age, providing a safe, comfortable and reliable environment for the integral development of children. Our commitment is to provide quality service and excellence that promotes the physical, intellectual, ethical and social well-being of each child in an environment that fosters their capabilities and potential.

Our History

Okie Dokie emerged from the vision and initiative of the Álvarez Rodríguez couple, who in 2010 were overwhelmed in the search for a Care and Learning Center in the Hato Rey area for their child, Diego Antonio. In its beginnings it had an enrollment represented by children under two years old. It then grew and developed into an institution that serves children from 2 months to 4 years of age.

Okie Dokie has had a significant impact on the childcare industry and the community at large. Proof of this are the countless activities it promotes and carries out with the parents of the participating children, the preparation of the children who graduate from the Center and the quality of its staff.

Our Institutional Values

At Okie Dokie, our core values reflect our commitment to the education and care of children:

  1. Excellence: We constantly strive to improve the quality of our service, recognizing that children are our reason for being.
  2. Commitment: We are dedicated to providing an ideal environment for our staff and expect a genuine commitment to the center’s mission.
  3. Leadership and Personal Development: We foster leadership and personal development of our team, promoting uplifting human relationships.
  4. Responsibility and Trust: Our goal is to be a reliable and safe alternative for childcare, where the treatment of children is always empathetic and respectful.

Our Services

Nursery Room - Infant Area (2 to 7 months)

At Okie Dokie Childcare & Learning Center, we understand the importance of providing a safe and stimulating environment for young children. Our Nursery Room is designed especially for infants between 2 and 7 months of age, and has all the facilities necessary to support their early development:

  • Crawling spaces designed to stimulate and strengthen infants’ physical and motor skills, encouraging their exploration and movement in a safe environment.
  • Equipped and safe changing rooms, guaranteeing maximum hygiene at each diaper change.
  • Personal storage areas for each infant’s items and belongings, ensuring that each infant has an individualized space.
  • Feeding and activity chairs that contribute to physical development, helping infants strengthen their posture and facilitate their interactions in the first months of life.
  • Highly trained staff in early development and education with updated certifications in first aid, ensuring that your baby is always in the best hands.
Beginners - Infants 7 Months to 1 Year Old

The Beginners group at Okie Dokie Childcare & Learning Center is designed for infants ages 7 months to 1 year, providing an environment for an appropriate transition into our dynamic rotation system. This area fosters their physical, cognitive and social development. This space has everything necessary to ensure a safe and enriching experience.

Tiny Tiny (1 to 1.6 years old)

In the Tiny Tiny group, we care for children between the ages of 1 year and 1.6 years in a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment designed to support their integral development. The Tiny Tiny area is equipped with educational toys, soft surfaces and play stations that promote sensory exploration and motor skill development. Our highly trained staff ensures that each child receives individualized attention, promoting an environment in which they can learn and discover the world at their own pace. Through structured activities and free play time, Tiny Tiny’s toddlers develop confidence, curiosity and fundamental social skills.

Tony Tots (1.6 to 2 years)
The Tony Tots room is designed for children ages 1.6 to 2 years old, offering a stimulating and safe environment that fosters growth and independence. At this crucial stage of development, we promote learning through play, sensory activities and physical exploration. The area is equipped with interactive games, books, and stations that encourage children’s motor skills and natural curiosity. Our specialized team provides personalized attention and reinforces the values of empathy, collaboration and respect, helping children gain confidence in their first steps towards autonomy. At Tony Tots, every day is full of opportunities to learn, discover and grow in a fun and loving environment.
TOTS (2 to 2.6 years old)
In the TOTS group, located on the second level, we focus on preparing children for the transition to school with a comprehensive educational approach. Toddlers ages 2 to 2.6 enjoy an environment designed to foster their academic and emotional development, while strengthening key skills for their next step in formal education. Our 45-minute rotations allow children to participate in a variety of activities that stimulate fine motor skills, such as arts and crafts, construction games, and exercises that promote hand-eye coordination. In addition, each second level area is equipped for children to learn as they explore and discover the world through curiosity and guided play. At TOTS, we lay the foundation for a successful, learning-filled future.
Toddlers (2.6 to 3 years)

The Toddlers room, located on the second level, is designed for children ages 2.6 to 3, providing an educational environment that stimulates their curiosity and fosters the development of essential skills. At this stage, children are in full transition to independence, so our activities are focused on strengthening their autonomy and confidence. With a focus on active and exploratory learning, we offer rotations that integrate fine motor, cognitive development and social skills activities, always through guided and structured play. The Toddlers room is a vibrant and welcoming space where children begin to explore basic learning concepts and continue their journey to school with confidence and joy.

Pre Pre (3 to 4 years old)

The Pre Pre classroom is designed specifically for children ages 3 to 4 and focuses on educational and social preparation for school entry. With a comprehensive focus on developing independence, we encourage children to acquire essential skills that will help them adapt to the school environment. Through structured activities and a dynamic educational approach, our Pre Pre children work on their social development, learning to collaborate with others, make decisions and solve problems autonomously. This specialized classroom offers a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn and strengthen the foundations necessary for success in school and in life.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Okie Dokie?

Okie Dokie Child Care & Learning Center is a childcare and learning center for children between the ages of two (2) months to four (4) years old.

Where is Okie Dokie located?
At #365 Eleonor Roosevelt Street, San Juan, Puerto Rico.
What are Okie Dokie's hours of operation?

Monday to Friday – 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

What days during the year does Okie Dokie Dokie not operate?
Okie Dokie is generally closed on federal holidays, one week in December and one week in July. During the closed days, management performs facility maintenance operations. At the beginning of each year, the Administration will circulate a list of the Center’s closed days.
Do I have to bring lunch for my child at Okie Dokie?

No. The Center offers breakfast and lunch, with a 4-cycle menu prepared by a certified nutritionist. Parents only need to bring their children their snacks.

What is the Center's Disease Policy?
At Okie Dokie, we have a strict disease control policy. Children with symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, vomiting, etc., will be excluded immediately and must stay away from the center for a minimum of 48 hours from the onset of their last symptom, regardless of the presentation of a medical certificate.
What other activities are carried out at the Center?
At Okie Dokie we hold multiple activities throughout the year to encourage family integration. These include Friday visits to the park, a Play Day and a Christmas Party in December. In addition, we organize weekly fun activities for children and their parents to enjoy.
How can I reserve a space?

The cost to reserve a space is $150.00, non-refundable. You must contact us as soon as possible to coordinate an appointment so you can get on our waiting list. You will then receive and complete the admission documents.

    Where are we located?

    Our excellent location allows parents to have easy access, being the best alternative for those who work in the metropolitan area. 

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        Hours

        Mon-Friday: 7:30am – 3:00pm
        Child Drop Off: 7:00am – 7:30am

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        Calle Eleanor Roosevelt #365, Hato Rey, Puerto Rico