Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Childcare Solutions
Precious Time Child Development Center has dedicated itself to transforming childcare for working families since its founding in 2002. Our mission centers on creating environments where professional and personal lives coexist harmoniously, offering children safe spaces to grow while providing parents peace of mind. With over two decades of experience, we've developed comprehensive programs tailored to each child's unique needs, combining educational enrichment with emotional development.Our team of certified professionals brings specialized expertise in early childhood education, behavioral analysis, and neurodiverse inclusion, establishing us as industry leaders in family-centric care solutions. Through strategic partnerships with employers and continuous staff development, we maintain authoritativeness in our field while upholding strict safety standards and transparent communication practices that build lasting trust with families.
Services
Infants Program
Toddlers Program
Summer Camp
Autistic Inclusion
Mindology Fitness
School Age Care
Flexible Scheduling
Parent Workshops
Employer Partnerships
Enrichment Activities
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 14-hour daily care with weekend availability
- Our staff includes Board-Certified Behavior Analysts
- Specialized Autism Inclusion Program with ABA therapy
- Partnerships with 200+ corporations for workplace childcare
- Mindology Fitness programs for emotional development
What people say
Friendly staff
Flexible hours
Great child care
Nurturing environment
Enrichment programs
Services
Autistic Inclusion Program
Our specialized program integrates Applied Behavior Analysis under licensed professionals to support children with autism. We provide individualized interventions that develop social and communication skills within natural preschool environments. The program combines evidence-based practices with inclusive classroom experiences to prepare children for successful kindergarten transitions.
Summer Camp
Full-summer programming includes themed activities, educational field trips, and structured play sessions. Our camps maintain age-appropriate groupings with certified staff while offering flexible scheduling options for working parents. The curriculum balances recreation with developmental milestones to prevent learning loss during school breaks.
Mindology Fitness
Neuroscience-based programs teach emotional regulation techniques to children and adults. Our proprietary curriculum develops mental fitness through interactive exercises that improve focus, resilience, and self-awareness. The program is implemented in over 200 facilities worldwide with measurable improvements in behavioral outcomes.
Employer Partnerships
We design on-site and near-site childcare solutions for businesses seeking to enhance employee benefits. Our programs reduce absenteeism and increase retention through convenient access to quality care. Partners receive customized financial planning and operational support for sustainable workplace childcare implementation.
Flexible Scheduling
Daily operations from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM accommodate diverse work schedules. Weekend care options and holiday availability ensure continuity of service for essential workers. The program maintains consistent staffing ratios during all operating hours to guarantee quality care at any time.
People
Peymaneh Rothstein
Founder and CEO
Peymaneh established Precious Time Child Development Center in 2001 after witnessing childcare challenges during the Iran-Iraq war. She developed the Autism Inclusion Program and produces educational films. With strategic advisory experience across multiple industries, she leads with integrity and community focus.
Dr. Ojen Masrour
Chief Medical Officer
Board-certified family medicine physician with sub-specializations in functional medicine and diabetes care. Dr. Masrour consults on autism programs and nutritional systems while maintaining clinical excellence awards. He combines medical expertise with childcare innovation.
Melessa Walters
Autistic Inclusion Program Director
Licensed Behavior Analyst with 15 years' experience in developmental disabilities. Melessa supervises inclusion programs using evidence-based practices. Her background combines classroom teaching with clinical ABA expertise to support neurodiverse children's social development.
Gunther Shia
Chief Operations Officer
Former Goldman Sachs advisor with MBA and trauma recovery certification. Gunther oversees program implementation across all locations. His experience includes nonprofit leadership and emotional resilience training for children through Resilient Heart initiatives.
Tammy Bowen
Inclusion Program Executive Consultant
Early childhood specialist with 17 years' experience and personal insight raising a neurodiverse child. Tammy advocates for inclusive education through policy development and staff training. Her work focuses on early diagnosis and accessible service delivery.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years through specialized programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Do you offer summer camp programs?
Yes, our summer camps feature themed activities, educational field trips, and age-appropriate groupings with extended care options for working parents.
Are you open on weekends?
Yes, our Richmond locations operate 7 days a week from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM including weekends and most holidays.
Do you accept children with special needs?
Yes, our Autism Inclusion Program provides specialized support for neurodiverse children within integrated classroom environments using ABA therapy.
What security measures are in place?
We use keypad entry systems, video surveillance, and staff ID badges to maintain secure environments for all children in our care.
How do you communicate with parents?
Daily email updates with photos, classroom notices, and immediate communication about any child-specific concerns or developments.
