Our Story
Before opening our in home childcare program, I was a newly graduated college student with a degree in Mathematics and a five month old child. My husband, a Physical Education teacher, was our steady support during my final semester of college. While securing employment in finance or science came easily, finding reliable infant childcare did not. At the time, Kansas was experiencing a significant childcare shortage, particularly for infants, something I had not fully realized until I began my search.
I toured numerous in home programs and childcare centers, only to discover that most infant waitlists extended one to two years beyond 2022. With my background in childcare and education throughout high school and college, my husband jokingly suggested that I open an in home program myself. At first, I dismissed the idea entirely. However, after a month of in depth research, including reviewing regulations, contacting licensing agencies, and making countless phone calls and inquiries, I decided to move forward and license our home as an in home childcare program.
The licensing process for our newly renovated home was demanding, particularly while working within a tight budget. Purchasing baby gates, child safety locks, and required materials on a single income required careful planning and creativity. Coordinating inspections with KDHE and the fire marshal, developing a comprehensive business plan, and navigating regulatory requirements while caring for a newborn was challenging. Throughout this process, my family’s support was invaluable.
Today, my husband and I work together to operate a thriving, academically focused early learning program. Over the past three years, we have intentionally developed a strong curriculum and a clear vision centered on how children learn best. Our goal is to deliver academic content in a way that is engaging, joyful, and developmentally appropriate, allowing children to build confidence while learning through exploration and play.
We strive to create a fully immersive learning experience, beginning the moment children enter our building and continuing through every transition in their day. We recognize that children’s minds are constantly active, and our program is designed to support their social, physical, and sensory development alongside academic growth.
Through hands on STEM projects, demonstrations, and interactive learning experiences, we help children understand how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics connect to the world around them. Our mission is to foster curiosity, problem solving skills, and a lifelong love of learning, starting from the earliest years.
Updates
As parents ourselves, we understand the importance of staying informed throughout the day. I know personally how difficult it is to go through the day without knowing how my daughter is doing, and clear communication is something we value deeply.
Families receive daily updates through the Brightwheel application, where providers document key information as they interact with the children. This includes diaper changes, feedings, and meals, along with a summary of daily activities and any notable changes.
Our goal is to ensure parents feel informed and connected to their child’s day. Important announcements will be shared through Brightwheel and sent alongside billing statements when applicable.
Meals
Nutritious meals are prepared and cooked on site each day, including breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Weekly menus are available through Brightwheel for families to review.
We kindly ask that families inform us of any anticipated absences before the start of the week. Providing advance notice allows us to plan food preparation accordingly and helps reduce food waste whenever possible.
Example of MEals
