LittleLiving
LittleLiving
923 Eucalyptus Avenue,
Vista,
CA
92084
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ABOUT THE BUSINESS
LittleLiving is a Reggio Emilia inspired Infant/Toddler Learning Center set in a licensed small home daycare where your little one can wonder, marvel, explore, discover, delight, share, learn, play and socialize with peers, adults, animals and nature.
Here our facilitators, you- the parent, and the children collaborate. As a team we build a solid educational foundation for your child. Together through keen observation and portfolio/project documentation, we ensure important learning/developmental milestones are reached. Through our play based, emergent curriculum we uncover the children's interests and the pathways through which to immerse them in various subjects-- science, math, reading, language, art, music, movement and social studies. Together we empower our children to be independent, well rounded, well socialized caretakers of our planet and each other.
Our low student to teacher ratio of no more than 2:1 (2:1 for children 2 and under) ensures your little one receives individualized attention, feels safe, loved and reaches age appropriate educational, social, physical and mental milestones.
LittleLiving provides an intimate nature and arts rich experience. Our beautiful outdoor garden rooms host a variety of plants and wildlife, as well as sculptures and art. We dine in this setting whenever possible and always in family style at a table set with the help of the children.
Delicious, home cooked, well balanced vegetarian meals and snacks, using organic and locally grown foods, are served daily. We follow the USDA guidelines and participate in the CNPSC (food program). Seasonal foods will be tended and grown by the children. Gardening, composting, harvesting and sharing meals provides opportunities for learning about the cycle of life, our food, cooperation and social skills.
Our facility is eco-friendly, utilizing and encouraging gardening, recycling, composting, and the use of organics. We support and encourage cloth diapering.
LittleLiving provides a clean, safe, homey, nature infused space for children to thrive, learn, play and BE little. We look forward to working with you in nurturing your littles so they become all they wish to be.
Year round enrollment. Program follows North City schools' calendars; F/T or P/T; Monthly/bi-Monthly Tuition; 9 or 12 mo contracts. Rate depends on Program/Age. We invite you to view our website at filteredliving.com. for more detailed information and our rates.
Here our facilitators, you- the parent, and the children collaborate. As a team we build a solid educational foundation for your child. Together through keen observation and portfolio/project documentation, we ensure important learning/developmental milestones are reached. Through our play based, emergent curriculum we uncover the children's interests and the pathways through which to immerse them in various subjects-- science, math, reading, language, art, music, movement and social studies. Together we empower our children to be independent, well rounded, well socialized caretakers of our planet and each other.
Our low student to teacher ratio of no more than 2:1 (2:1 for children 2 and under) ensures your little one receives individualized attention, feels safe, loved and reaches age appropriate educational, social, physical and mental milestones.
LittleLiving provides an intimate nature and arts rich experience. Our beautiful outdoor garden rooms host a variety of plants and wildlife, as well as sculptures and art. We dine in this setting whenever possible and always in family style at a table set with the help of the children.
Delicious, home cooked, well balanced vegetarian meals and snacks, using organic and locally grown foods, are served daily. We follow the USDA guidelines and participate in the CNPSC (food program). Seasonal foods will be tended and grown by the children. Gardening, composting, harvesting and sharing meals provides opportunities for learning about the cycle of life, our food, cooperation and social skills.
Our facility is eco-friendly, utilizing and encouraging gardening, recycling, composting, and the use of organics. We support and encourage cloth diapering.
LittleLiving provides a clean, safe, homey, nature infused space for children to thrive, learn, play and BE little. We look forward to working with you in nurturing your littles so they become all they wish to be.
Year round enrollment. Program follows North City schools' calendars; F/T or P/T; Monthly/bi-Monthly Tuition; 9 or 12 mo contracts. Rate depends on Program/Age. We invite you to view our website at filteredliving.com. for more detailed information and our rates.
AT A GLANCE
AT A GLANCE
In Business Since:
2013
Total Employees:
2-10
Credentials:
Please check directly with the business for information on licensing and credentials.
Awards
& Accreditations
License # 376623537. CPR/First Aid/Preventative Health Practices certified. All employees fingerprint/background checked and CPR certified.
We carry liability insurance.
Lead Teacher: current CA Single Subject Clear Credential-- English. Ongoing ECE coursework toward Early Childhood and Preschool Director certificate.
Completed YMCA Child Care Initiative project CCIP training.
We carry liability insurance.
Lead Teacher: current CA Single Subject Clear Credential-- English. Ongoing ECE coursework toward Early Childhood and Preschool Director certificate.
Completed YMCA Child Care Initiative project CCIP training.
Hours
Monday:
7:30AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday:
7:30AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday:
7:30AM - 4:30PM
Thursday:
7:30AM - 4:30AM
Friday:
7:30AM - 4:00PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Program Details
Type:
- Preschool (or Nursery School or Pre-K)
Additional Details:
- Summer care / camp
Philosophy:
- Developmental (Play-Based),
- Cooperative,
- Outdoor/Nature,
- Reggio Emilia
Languages:
- English
Teacher/Student Ratio:
1:2
Cost & Availability
| Classroom Type | Rate | Rate Type | Availability * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant | $1,300 | per month | -- |
| Toddler | $1,300 | per month | -- |
| Pre-K | $1,300 | per month | -- |
*availability last updated on
04/16/2018
Offerings
Full Time (5 days/wk)
Part Time (1-4 days/wk)
Half-Day (Morning)
Full-Day
Payment
Options
- Personal Check|
- Cash|
- Credit Card
Evelyn P
04/16/2014
As any parent knows, finding a reliable, practically-perfect-in-every-way caretaker can be a long, challenging road. After our own extensive search, we were absolutely thrilled to have found Ms. April and LittleLiving. She is everything we were looking for, and then some! At our initial visit, we fell in love with her positive attitude, philosophy, and overall passion for doing the best for each of the littles under her care. Her beautiful facility, and the Reggio Emilia style learning environment/curriculum were huge bonuses, as was her readiness to support our desire to use cloth diapers.
We started out with quite a few test days, in order to get our daughter properly adjusted to everything. Throughout that time, Ms. April was so wonderfully accommodating and helpful, not only providing plenty of guidance to her, but also to us as new parents. Since then, our daughter has completely thrived with Ms. April, reaching and/or exceeding all of her developmental milestones. Each day, we know that she is getting the absolute best care, and learning countless new things with her friends. To top it off, we get to follow along in all of their adventures as well! All of the updates (using the Baby Connect app) and pictures she sends throughout the day definitely help make the hours pass a little faster while we're at work!
We're so incredibly thankful to have Ms. April looking after our daughter! There aren't enough good things we can say about what she does for us and the other families under her care. We've all become part of the LittleLiving family, and if you're looking for that same intimate environment with a premier level of care for your own child, I highly recommend getting in touch with her and coming in for a visit. You will not be disappointed!
We started out with quite a few test days, in order to get our daughter properly adjusted to everything. Throughout that time, Ms. April was so wonderfully accommodating and helpful, not only providing plenty of guidance to her, but also to us as new parents. Since then, our daughter has completely thrived with Ms. April, reaching and/or exceeding all of her developmental milestones. Each day, we know that she is getting the absolute best care, and learning countless new things with her friends. To top it off, we get to follow along in all of their adventures as well! All of the updates (using the Baby Connect app) and pictures she sends throughout the day definitely help make the hours pass a little faster while we're at work!
We're so incredibly thankful to have Ms. April looking after our daughter! There aren't enough good things we can say about what she does for us and the other families under her care. We've all become part of the LittleLiving family, and if you're looking for that same intimate environment with a premier level of care for your own child, I highly recommend getting in touch with her and coming in for a visit. You will not be disappointed!
Anne K
11/14/2013
Ms. April and Little Living are the best! I struggled with finding a quality caregiver for my daughter and did a ton of research before contacting Ms. April. I love her philosophy, facility, and the fact that she is a smaller daycare. I appreciated that Ms. April allowed us to have a few "trial days" with her before signing on. I was able to stay at Little Living and observe a typical day and was assured that my daughter felt comfortable and that it was a good fit. My daughter loves going to daycare and I love that I get frequent updates throughout the day (via the Baby Connect app) as well as photos. Ms. April is flexible, calm, and an excellent communicator...all qualities you need in a daycare provider. Her facility is clean, safe, and she has wonderful activities for all the kids. I feel so lucky that we found her!
Stephanie O
09/17/2013
We have been going to Ms. April since June 2013 when my daughter was 6 weeks old. I could not ask for a better daycare or provider. Ms. April is so down-to-earth and her home is warm and inviting, I immediately felt comfortable when I visited and I instantly knew I could trust Ms. April to care for my daughter. I knew my daughter would be getting more than just a babysitter while at Little Living. I was really drawn to the Reggio style and collaborative learning experience. Since my daughter has been attending, Ms. April has not only worked to ensure she is meeting all of her developmental milestones, but she has documented EVERY SINGLE DAY! I love getting photos during the day and I can log into our members only part of her website to see pictures whenver I want. The level of service Ms. April provides is far beyond what I was hoping to find and is much more personalized than any of the commercial daycares I looked into. Ms. April has been flexible to accomodate our family's military schedules and she speaks openly with me about what is going on with all the kids at daycare and how my daughter's day went. I never feel rushed or like I am bother her, which is exactly what I want from a provider who is spending so many hours with my daughter every day.
I would highly recommend Ms. April to anyone who asked and encourage anyone who is seriously interested to setup a visit, that's what really sealed the deal for me. Little Living offers a fun, interactive environment for my daughter and I am able to fully focus on my work knowing she is safe and enjoying her days with Ms. April and all her little friends.
I would highly recommend Ms. April to anyone who asked and encourage anyone who is seriously interested to setup a visit, that's what really sealed the deal for me. Little Living offers a fun, interactive environment for my daughter and I am able to fully focus on my work knowing she is safe and enjoying her days with Ms. April and all her little friends.
Lindsey
02/22/2013
Best atmosphere and attention there is to offer! Great one on one experience and very hands on. My little one always had such a great time, whether it be out front playing with the water and sandtables or indoors making cookies and fresh lemon-aide, which she was able to pick the fruit for. These simple things were always used to incorporate learning without being forced, which was something important to us. The enviroment is small but there is so much nature and exploring to be done that it's never dull. My daughter learned so much and one of the best part was her new found love for nature and exploring. My little one also had a history of being a shy but that was not the case, not even the first time meeting. She opened right up which I think has a lot to do with the great nature of Mrs.April. This place is great if you do not want your child to get "lost" in a classroom and you want to them to have a deep respect for outdoors but at the same time to learn the essentials to make them succeed.
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