Diki Discovery Center
What We Provide for Your Child's Growth
Our age-specific classrooms are designed to support each stage of a child’s growth through play-based learning. From infants discovering textures and sounds to toddlers exploring their environment and building foundational skills, every room is crafted to nurture curiosity and foster a love for learning in a playful, engaging setting.
“It is vital that when educating our children’s brains that we do not neglect to educate their hearts.”
Our Programs
Our infant program provides a safe, calming environment where babies can explore their senses, build trust, and bond with their caregivers. Through gentle interactions, sensory play, and genuine connections, we support each child’s early development, helping them feel secure and cared for.
Infants
Toddlers are eager to discover! Our program emphasizes hands-on activities that promote motor skills, language development, and social interaction. Through guided play and group activities, toddlers learn to communicate, share, and develop their independence in a structured setting.
Toddlers
Meet the Team
Ms. Diki Paldon
Ms. Diki Paldon holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Touro College and brings extensive experience in infant and toddler care. As Co-Owner of Diki Discovery Center, she is dedicated to creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for young children.
Fluent in English, Tibetan, and Nepali
Site Director
Ms. Aferdita Alovic
Ms. Aferdita Alovic holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education, with a minor in Psychology, from Brooklyn College. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education at Hunter College.
Fluent in English (Partial in Spanish and Albanian)
Education Director
Ms. Tsering Dolker
Ms. Tsering Dolker completed her secondary education in India and brings over 15 years of experience working with infants and toddlers in early childhood settings. She has been a valued member of the Diki Discovery Center team since its inception.
Fluent in English, Tibetan, Hindi, and Mandarin
Infant Lead Teacher
Ms. Urgen Tsomo
Ms. Urgen Tsomo brings 8 years of experience working as a house mother at TCV Suja, a Tibetan Children’s Villages school. She is dedicated to supporting and caring for young children in an early childhood setting.
Fluent in English, Tibetan, and Hindi
Infant Assistant Teacher
Ms. Elizabeth Kleinman
Ms. Elizabeth Kleinman brings several years of experience working with children. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Photography with double minors in Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Studio Art. She plans to continue her education to become a Kindergarten teacher.
Fluent in English and Spanish
Toddler Lead Teacher
Ms. Fnu Penpa
Ms. Fnu Penpa brings over 5 years of childcare experience, including working as a nanny and supporting the care of a child with special needs. She holds a college degree from Russia and is passionate about working with young children at their early stages.
Fluent in English, Russian, and Hindi
Toddler Assistant Teacher