Now enrolling ages 1–6
Where curiosity grows and little learners shine
A warm, play-based home away from home in Riverside — where every giggle, question, and finger-painting is the start of something wonderful.
Welcome to Little Steps
Big adventures begin with little steps
Little Steps is a warm, play-based kindergarten and childcare center where children ages 1 to 6 explore, create, and grow through hands-on learning and joyful discovery.
Our bright, sunny classrooms and fenced outdoor garden give children the room to wonder, the safety to take risks, and the encouragement to try, try again. Low ratios mean every child is truly known by name.
Why families choose Little Steps
Everything we do is built around how young children actually learn — through play, relationships, and joyful repetition.
🎨
Play-based learning
Children learn best by doing. Our days are full of art, blocks, sensory bins, and pretend play that quietly build literacy, math, and big ideas.
🤝
Low child-to-teacher ratios
Small groups mean more lap time, more eye contact, and more “I see you.” Every child is known, welcomed, and gently challenged.
🌱
Whole-child growth
Kindness, curiosity, and confidence matter as much as ABCs. We nurture social-emotional skills alongside school readiness.
A program for every age and stage
From wobbly first steps to confident kindergarteners ready for “big school.”
Ages 1–2
Toddlers
Safe, snuggly exploration with sensory play, simple songs, and lots of cuddles as little ones find their feet.
Ages 3–4
Preschool
Friendships bloom and imaginations soar through art, dramatic play, early letters, and counting games.
Ages 4–6
Pre-K
Confident, school-ready learners practice reading, writing, problem-solving, and working together.
Loved by little ones and their grown-ups
★★★★★ rated by Riverside families
“My daughter runs to the door every morning. The teachers truly love these kids, and it shows in everything they do.”
— Maya R., parent of a preschooler
“We toured five centers. Little Steps was the only one where every child looked genuinely happy and engaged. We knew instantly.”
— Daniel & Priya T., Pre-K family
“He started barely talking and now narrates the whole day. The growth in one year has been incredible.”
— Sofia M., toddler parent
Come see the magic for yourself
Schedule a friendly, no-pressure tour and meet the teachers who can’t wait to meet your little one.