We care for children from 6th months through 4 years old. Our program is thoughtfully designed to support developmental milestones at each stage in a nurturing, home-like environment.

Yes. Enchanted Beginnings Learning Center is a licensed family childcare program operating in compliance with California Community Care Licensing regulations.

Our regular operating hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:00pm. We follow consistent daily routines that support children’s natural rhythms and sense of security.

Our days follow a gentle, predictable rhythm that includes arrival and free play, morning circle, age-based learning centers, outdoor play, meals, rest time, and creative afternoon activities. The schedule is structured yet flexible to meet each child’s developmental needs.

Our program is relationship-based and play-forward, with a strong emphasis on nurturing care, developmentally appropriate routines, and supporting social-emotional, cognitive, and physical milestones. Learning happens through hands-on exploration, creativity, movement, and everyday experiences.

Yes. Families provide diapers and wipes for their child, and our caregivers support consistent, respectful diapering routines throughout the day. When children show signs of readiness, we partner with families to support toilet learning in a gentle, developmentally appropriate way. We follow the child’s lead and work closely with parents to ensure consistency between home and school.

Yes. Our curriculum is educator-designed, grounded in child development and classroom experience, and is guided by seasonal and developmentally appropriate themes that support curiosity, creativity, and exploration. Themes provide a flexible framework for stories, art, sensory play, music, and hands-on learning, while remaining responsive to children’s interests. Example Monthly Theme: March –Growing, Blooming & Becoming Inspired by springtime growth and gentle, storybook imagery, this theme introduces children to concepts such as: • Plant life cycles • Gardening and caring for living things • Bugs and butterflies • Growth mindset (“I can try!”) • Observing seasonal changes Learning experiences are adapted across age groups and explored through art, sensory play, outdoor discovery, books, music, and hands-on activities.

We intentionally maintain small group sizes that meet or exceed California licensing requirements. Our ratios are designed to support individualized attention, nurturing care, and strong relationships, allowing caregivers to respond thoughtfully to each child’s needs throughout the day.

Yes. We provide nutritious meals and snacks that meet California licensing guidelines. Meals are thoughtfully prepared with age-appropriate textures and a variety of whole foods. Parents may also provide meals if preferred. Sample Day of Meals: • Breakfast: Whole wheat banana pancakes, strawberries, milk • Morning Snack: Soft cucumber spears, halved cherry tomatoes • Lunch: Crockpot vegetable & lentil stew (zucchini, green beans, carrots) with soft whole-grain bread • Afternoon Snack: Apple slices, cheddar cheese cubes Menus vary seasonally and are adapted to meet the needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Tuition varies by age and schedule. Current monthly tuition options are outlined below: Full-Time Tuition (Monday–Friday) • Infants (6–24 months): $2,800/month • Young Toddlers (24–36 months): $2,600/month • Preschool (3–4 years): $2,400/month 4 Days/Week Tuition • Infants: $2,240/month • Young Toddlers: $2,080/month • Preschool: $1,920/month Part-Time Tuition (3 Days/Week) • Infants: $1,900/month • Young Toddlers: $1,750/month • Preschool: $1,600/month Part-Time Tuition (2 Days/Week) • Infants: $1,350/month • Young Toddlers: $1,250/month • Preschool: $1,150/month Exact availability and placement are discussed during tours or enrollment conversations.

Yes. We offer additional childcare opportunities known as Family Reset Times, which provide families with occasional extended care options outside of regular hours. Details and availability are shared with enrolled families.

Families are welcome to contact us to schedule a tour or inquire about availability. You may reach us by email at enchantedbeginningslc@gmail.com (mailto:enchantedbeginningslc@gmail.com)or by calling (650) 766-5686. We look forward to connecting and learning more about your family.

Enchanted Beginnings Learning Center was thoughtfully designed by experienced educators with a deep understanding of early childhood development. With a strong foundation in education, our program is intentionally structured to support developmental milestones from infancy through the preschool years. We focus on nurturing social-emotional growth, language development, early literacy, and independence through developmentally appropriate routines and play-based learning. Our ultimate goal is to help children build the skills, confidence, and curiosity they need to be well-prepared for Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Pre-K, while honoring the importance of a warm, relationship-based early learning experience.