A mother's vision for Early Childhood Education




As an educator and a mother, I found myself facing the same struggle countless parents know all too well: searching for childcare that would truly nurture my child's potential. I wanted a place where my daughter Addison could feel genuinely loved, appropriately challenged, and consistently supported during those critical early years. But what I discovered in my search was a broken childcare system that simply wasn't meeting the mark. My daughter deserved better.
Constant staff turnover disrupts the stable relationships our youngest children crave and need to thrive.
Overwhelmed educators juggling overcrowded classrooms, making it nearly impossible to give each child the individual attention they deserve.
Playgrounds built in parking lots, lacking the green natural areas children need for exploration.
One-size-fits-all approaches ignored the unique spark in each child, and the push for early independence sometimes compromises emotional security
We know that a child’s brain develops to 90% by age five, with an astonishing 50% by age two. These early years are a window of extraordinary potential, shaped by every interaction, experience, and moment of play and discovery.
We honor this critical period with an environment designed to nurture every aspect of a child’s growth. Our classrooms feel like home, filled with warmth and laughter. Expansive green spaces invite daily adventure and physical development. We carefully select, train, and invest in our educators, who build lasting relationships with each child, becoming stable, loving presences in their lives.
Our enriched curriculum incorporates teachings from specialist educators in
STEAM (Science, Technology, EngineeringArts, and Mathematics)
Music
Physical education
Yoga
Mindfulness
Early literacy
This diverse range of subjects ensures that children are exposed to a well-rounded education that stimulates their minds, bodies, and spirits.
At The Little Campus, we embrace the Whole Child Approach, responding to each child’s unique needs during these important early years. While we respect methodologies like Montessori and Reggio Emilia, we recognize that young children are still discovering their individual learning styles and preferences. Our approach incorporates the best elements from various methods, creating a flexible, responsive environment.
This flexibility is key as we partner with parents to understand and nurture each child’s emerging personality, interests, and developmental needs. By staying adaptable, we ensure every child receives the personalized attention and diverse experiences they need to thrive.
We’re not just reimagining childcare; we’re creating the early childhood experience that every discerning parent wishes for their child. Because that’s exactly what I wanted for my own: exceptional care, rich experiences, and a strong foundation for life.
This is a place where children are truly seen, heard, and cherished. Where every day brings new wonders, and every child’s potential is nurtured to bloom.
This is what early childhood education should be. Welcome to The Little Campus!
Warm regards
Tami Zuckerman, B.Ed.
President & Founder