Discover a nurturing and enriching learning environment at Stepping Stones Learning Center, located in Littleton, Colorado. We specialize in providing exceptional early childhood education programs designed to meet the diverse needs of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. From comprehensive infant and toddler care to engaging preschool and Pre-K programs, including participation in Colorado’s Universal Preschool (UPK) for four-year-olds, we are committed to laying the stepping stones for your child’s bright future.
Age-Appropriate Classrooms for Every Stage of Development
At Stepping Stones Learning Center, we understand that each age group has unique developmental milestones. Our center is thoughtfully divided into nine distinct classrooms, each tailored to specific age ranges and developmental stages:
- Brave Bears (0-6 months): A gentle and secure introduction to learning for our youngest infants.
- Friendly Foxes (6-12 months): Encouraging exploration and sensory discovery for mobile infants.
- Happy Hedgehogs (12-18 months): Fostering early walking and independence in toddlers.
- Brilliant Bunnies (18-24 months): Developing language and social skills for busy toddlers.
- Silly Squirrels (2-2.5 years): Introducing early learning concepts through play for young preschoolers.
- Creative Cows (2.5-3 years): Nurturing creativity and imagination in preschoolers.
- Proud Pandas (3-3.5 years): Building social-emotional skills and pre-literacy foundations.
- Wise Owls (3.5-4 years): Preparing children for kindergarten through structured learning and exploration.
- Kind Raccoons Pre-K (4-5 years): Our dedicated Universal Preschool (UPK) classroom, ensuring kindergarten readiness.
Beyond the Core Curriculum: Enriching Extracurricular Activities
Stepping Stones Learning Center goes beyond standard childcare by offering a variety of stimulating extracurricular programs. We believe in providing a well-rounded experience, introducing children to diverse activities such as soccer, gymnastics, French language, American Sign Language, music, and more. These programs are designed to enhance their physical, cognitive, and creative development, making learning fun and multifaceted.
Our Educational Philosophy: HighScope and Child-Centered Learning
We are passionate about guiding children on their learning journey. At Stepping Stones Learning Center, we embrace the HighScope curriculum, a research-backed approach emphasizing active learning through play and sensory exploration. Our experienced and trained early childhood educators create individualized lesson plans aligned with Colorado’s Early Learning and Developmental Guidelines. We utilize CorAdvantage, a Colorado-aligned observation tool, to track each child’s progress and tailor learning experiences to their unique needs and developmental pace.
Recognizing that children develop at their own rhythm, we prioritize developmental readiness over age-based transitions between classrooms. This ensures that each child is socially, emotionally, and academically prepared for their next learning environment. We strongly believe in the power of continuity of care to foster strong bonds between children, families, and our dedicated staff.
A Family and Community Focused Center
Stepping Stones Learning Center prides itself on being more than just a daycare; we are a family. We are deeply committed to partnering with parents and creating a supportive community for the children under our care and our passionate educators. With a remarkably low teacher turnover rate, we invest in the happiness, professional growth, and well-being of our staff, recognizing their crucial role in providing exceptional early childhood education. Choose Stepping Stones Learning Center for a nurturing, enriching, and family-centered early learning experience in Littleton, Colorado.
