Little Blessings Early Learning Center and our owner/pastor have served the community for over 20 years. Our commitment to providing quality child care is why parents entrust us with their most precious “little blessings”. We loving care for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years:
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
Pre-kindergarten
Full day & enriched kindergarten
Before & after school
School holidays & breaks
Summer camp
Our age appropriate lesson plans and activities are based around an “interesting center” concept. Interest centers, which include music, creative/art, blocks, math, science, dramatic play and gross motor, help foster self-esteem and decision making ability. Field trips and special visitors are coordinated with these activities and are planned throughout the year. Our program relies on flexibility, often allowing our children extra time for exploration and discovery in a particular interest area.
Nutritious and satisfying meals We provide nutritious and satisfying meals that foster better physical and cognitive growth. All of our meals are prepared by a highly-trained cook educated in child nutrition.
Special Classes Along with our thoughtfully planned lesson plans, we often times offer special classes for your child during the day such as Dance, Karate, Spanish, Swim and/or Music Lessons. We offer these classes as extra-curricular options that are available during class time in hopes that it provides you with extra family time in the evening or on the weekend. Most special classes are not included in your tuition cost.
Safety Little Blessings’ goal is to create a loving, Christian environment that is as safe as possible for your child. Safety is a big concern in today’s society and we don’t take it lightly. The entrance to our facility is locked at all times and access can only be granted by a security key-pad code give only to our parents. All our teachers have had an in-depth background check and training to ensure they are qualified to be with your child. We want you to be at ease when you entrust your child with us that they will receive the best care in all aspects. If someone other than you is picking up your child, we must have written permission for this to happen (and they must have a current driver’s license for a valid photo ID), otherwise your child will not be permitted to leave with anyone. Also know that all of our teachers are CPR/First Aid/Universal precaution trained. We want you to be assured that we know how to handle any situation that may arise. Little Blessings is also proud to announce that we follow and often go beyond all state licensing requirements for the health and safety of your child throughout the center.
Infants (ages 6 weeks - 1 year):
We understand that you are looking for a safe, secure "home away from home" where your child can learn, play and grow. At Little Blessings we provide a nurturing and loving world where we work in partnership with you to begin building the foundation for life-long learning. We are committed to making this first transition away from home easy and natural for you and your child.
Developmentally, infancy is a period of your child’s development when they are learning the most about their world. By twelve months they have developed habits, coordination, logic, object permanence and language.
At Little Blessings our program features:
Building self-esteem through nurturing personal care
Interaction with groups to spark curiosity and socialization
Focus on cognitive and motor skills through playtime and activities
Development through age-appropriate materials and toys
Daily communication with parents to keep you informed about your child's day
Toddlers & 2's (ages 13 months - 2 years)
Your toddler is asserting his/her independence in new ways every day. It’s exciting, rewarding and challenging! We recognize that children at this age may be at different stages of development. At Little Blessings, we are here to meet every child’s need, regardless of where they are developmentally.
Toddlers learn through sensory experiences that enhance their cognitive, language, motor and social skills. They turn ideas into words and phrases to better express themselves, and practice the value of sharing and cooperating through group play. Children at this stage start to develop friendships and gain confidence as they use their words and thoughts to interact with others. It is important for children to express themselves creatively and we encourage all children to develop their unique skills and interests.
At Little Blessings our program features:
Monthly thematic units that provide a variety of daily activities and experiences
Development of confidence, self-esteem and a love of learning
Learning focused on dramatic play, creative arts, language and sensory exploration
Regular communication with parents to keep you informed about your child's day
Threes (age 3 years)
What an exciting time! Your preschooler is growing by leaps and bounds. By age three and four, a child has developed dramatically in their emotional, social, cognitive and motor skills. At Little Blessings, we are excited about this time in a child’s development and enjoy seeing them grow!
Our lesson plans are organized into theme-based units that address topics that encourage children to develop their skills and confidence. Each lesson incorporates language, math, science, creative arts, music, motor skills and social development.
At Little Blessings our program features:
Observation-based assessments that demonstrate progress
Thematic units that encourage curiosity, self-direction and confidence
Math and science skills heightened through hands-on experiences
Small group instruction
Regular communication with parents to keep you informed about your child's day
PreK & Advanced PreK (ages 3 1/2 - 5 years)
Pre-kindergarten is a critical time for children as they begin the adventure of a lifetime of learning. At Little Blessings, our goal is to prepare your child as he/she begins the journey that will eventually lead her into kindergarten and beyond as a successful lifelong learner.
Our caring, experienced teachers are dedicated to providing a rich, nurturing environment that will prepare your child for kindergarten. We promote independence in an organized atmosphere, as it is increasingly important for children to be their own thinkers. We also teach children to work well within a group through listening, sharing and cooperation.
At Little Blessings our program features:
Twice-daily small group instruction in math and literacy
Preparation for kindergarten and future success in school
Whole-group activities to develop social skills
Development of a stronger vocabulary through letters and words
Further independent, creative learning through hands-on experiences
Daily communication with parents to keep you informed about your child's day
Welcome to kindergarten! At Little Blessings we offer a very special kindergarten program featuring the ABeka curriculum and a 1:15 teacher to student ratio. Whether you are looking for a full day kindergarten, or kindergarten enrichment (where children attend the public schools half day, then attend Little Blessings in the AM or PM) your child will find fun and excitement in each day's activities. In addition to our top-notch curriculum, they’ll learn to take turns, solve problems, express new ideas, respect differences and resolve conflicts...all in preparation for successful school years ahead.
Activities are tailored to meet your child's individual needs, and our teachers provide opportunities to explore, question, communicate and create in a fun and supportive environment. Our curriculum meets or exceeds state and national content standards for first-grade readiness to make sure your child is prepared to excel at the next level.
At Little Blessings our program features:
ABeka curriculum Individual attention in a small class setting
All-day instruction with before- and after-school care provided Educational field trips and presentations that enhance the curriculum
Curriculum aligned with local elementary schools to make transition seemless
Regular communication with parents to keep you informed about your child's day
School Age: Before/After School & Day Camp (ages 5-12 years)
While our programs for school-age children are very diverse, they all have one thing in common: whether it's kindergarten, before/after care, or camp, we give your child endless opportunities to explore, discover and learn in a warm, safe, nurturing environment.
Our before- and after-school program was developed to meet the growing needs of school age children and their parents. They get to spend time with friends and enjoy activities that are relevant to school-age interests. To make it easy for your family's schedule, we provide transportation to and from neighborhood schools. Our school-age program also aligns with school calendars to provide a fun-filled (and educational) program during holidays, teacher in-service days and other school breaks
At Little Blessings our program features:
Homework support in the Homework Club
Fitness activities to keep your child active and healthy
An environment where your child will learn to build confidence, self esteem, character and social skills
Daily fieldtrips during summer break (included in your tuition)
Daily communication with parents to keep you informed about your child's day
