What We Believe
The heart behind our work at Little Learners
Our Mission
To provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Our Vision
To be a leader in early childhood education, known for excellence, innovation, and community.
We strive to create a space where children feel valued, families are supported, and diversity is celebrated—laying the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
Our Philosophy
At Little Learners, we believe the early years are the most important in a child's development. We are committed to providing a safe, enriching, and play-based environment where children can explore, discover, and grow emotionally, socially, and academically. Every child is unique, and we design learning experiences that support the whole child.
Each of our goals reflects our commitment to high-quality care, child development, and family partnerships.
Our Goals
Safe, Nurturing, and Inclusive Environment
We prioritize creating a warm, welcoming space where every child feels secure, valued, and supported.
Whole-Child Development
We support each child’s growth across cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains using age-appropriate practices.
School Readiness & Early Literacy
We integrate early literacy, language development, and pre-academic skills to lay a strong foundation for future learning.
Social-Emotional Growth
We help children build self-regulation, empathy, and interpersonal skills through modeling, guided play, and daily interaction.
Healthy Habits & Physical Activity
We encourage movement, nutrition awareness, and outdoor play to support overall well-being and physical development.
Family Partnerships
We build strong, respectful relationships with families through regular communication, collaboration, and engagement.
Individualized Learning
We recognize that every child learns differently and provide flexible, responsive experiences tailored to their unique needs.
Kindergarten Transition
We prepare children for a smooth and confident transition to kindergarten by building independence and readiness skills.
Ongoing Staff Development
We support our educators through regular training, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth.
High Standards for Quality & Safety
We maintain rigorous standards for classroom quality, cleanliness, licensing compliance, and child safety at all times.
Our Core Values
Respect – We honor every child’s individuality and value strong family relationships.
Growth – We support continuous learning and improvement at every level.
Partnership – We believe care works best when families and educators collaborate.
Joyful Learning – We foster curiosity, creativity, and joy in everything we do.
Whole-Child Focus – We care for children’s hearts, minds, and bodies.
“We built Little Learners with the care we wanted for our own children—because every family deserves that same level of trust and support.”
— Hannah Hernandez, Founder & Mom of Four