Home-based careWarm & personal, one loving provider
Meals includedFresh, made on-site
Open 5am–6pmMonday through Friday
Welcome to the den
A little jungle where big things happen.
At Little Tigers, every day is built around play — because that's how young children make sense of the world. Our teachers follow each child's curiosity, turning a puddle, a picture book, or a pile of blocks into a chance to learn something new.
We keep our groups small and our doors warm. You'll always know how your cub's day is going, and they'll always have a grown-up nearby who knows them by name.
"They don't just watch our kids — they help them grow. We found our village here."
— The Okafor family, with us since 2022
Programs by age
A room that grows right alongside them.
Four age groups, each with its own rhythm, space, and just-right challenges — from first naps to kindergarten-ready confidence.
6 wks – 12 mo
Cubs
Cozy naps, tummy time, and gentle exploration — with all the cuddles our youngest tigers need.
1 – 2 years
Kits
First words, first steps, messy art, and music that gets everyone wiggling and giggling.
3 – 4 years
Prowlers
Pretend play, early letters and numbers, and big questions about absolutely everything.
4 – 5 years
Big Cats
Kindergarten-ready skills — reading, writing, and learning to work (and share) together.
A day at Little Tigers
Predictable rhythm, joyful moments.
Young children feel safe when they know what comes next. Here's the shape of a typical day in our den.
5:00
Doors open & early drop-off
Soft landings, hugs, and free choice play for early birds.
8:30
Breakfast
A warm, healthy start together.
9:00
Circle time
Songs, stories, and today's big idea.
9:30
Learning centers
Art, blocks, sensory, and dramatic play.
10:30
Outdoor play
Running, climbing, and fresh air in the yard.
11:45
Lunch
Family-style meals and table talk.
12:30
Nap & quiet time
Rest and recharge for little bodies.
2:30
Afternoon snack
A tasty pick-me-up.
3:00
Discover & create
Music, science, and hands-on projects.
4:30
Free play & wind down
Books, puzzles, and calm choices.
6:00
See you tomorrow
Warm goodbyes and a note home.
Why families choose us
Everything a parent worries about — handled.
Safe & secure
Keypad entry, cameras, and every teacher trained in pediatric CPR and first aid.
Nourishing meals
Fresh breakfast, lunch, and snacks made on-site — with room for allergies and preferences.
Teachers who care
Early-childhood educators who chose this work because they genuinely love it.
Daily updates
Photos, meals, naps, and little milestones sent straight to your phone all day long.
Learning through play
Curiosity first, worksheets never. Big skills grow from great play.
Room to roam
A big, shaded outdoor play yard designed for every age to explore safely.
From our families
The words that mean the most.
★★★★★
"Our daughter runs to the door every single morning. That's honestly all we needed to know."
MR
Maya R.Cubs parent
★★★★★
"The daily photos get us through the workday. We always know she's happy, fed, and safe."
DP
Daniel & PriyaKits parents
★★★★★
"He started reading here. The teachers make it feel like play, never pressure. We're so grateful."
AT
Alex T.Big Cats parent
Life at Little Tigers
A peek inside the den.
Real moments from our days — building, painting, climbing, and pancake summits. To protect our cubs' privacy online, every little face becomes a tiger face. 🐯
Master builder at workClubhouse meeting in sessionBig projects, little handsSlide squadSwing squadSunshine explorersGear-flower engineeringLittle Picasso hoursCurious cubsThe pancake summitSidewalk masterpiecesBackyard headquartersFlying lessonsRace you to the slides!Safe and secure
Tiger faces are added to every photo before it's published — our little privacy promise to families. Want the real photos of your own child's day? They're shared privately in the parent app.
Digital enrollment
Enroll online — sign it all in one place.
Fill in your family's details once. For the California state forms, download each one, complete it, and upload it back here. For our own Little Tigers policies, read each section and add your initials. Then sign at the bottom and we'll bundle everything into one signed PDF packet — ready to download and email.
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Step 1 · Your information
Child & family details
These auto-fill into the forms below (LIC 700, LIC 627, and our records).
Children
Parent / guardian
Emergency contacts
Authorized to pick up
Anyone besides you who may pick up your child. Add as many as you need.
Health
Part A
California state-required forms
Title 22 parent forms from the Dept. of Social Services (CDSS). Download each official form, fill it out, then upload the completed copy here so it travels with your packet.
Two forms your child's doctor completes
State law also requires a Physician's Report (LIC 701) and an Immunization Record. These are filled out by your child's health provider, so they can't be signed here.
Physician's Report (LIC 701): download it below, bring it to your child's appointment, and return it before the first day.
Immunization Record: you don't need to download anything. Your child's doctor or clinic will give you the immunization record (often called the yellow or blue card) at their visit. Just send us a photo or scan of the copy your provider gives you — you can upload it with the state forms above, text it to us, or bring it in before the first day.
Our own policies and permissions. Read each and add your initials.
Final step · Sign & certify
Your signature
This builds a PDF on your device — nothing is submitted automatically. Save it, then email it to littletigershemetdc@yahoo.com. For anything requiring a wet signature, we'll confirm at your visit. The official CDSS forms remain linked above.
Come say hello
Book a tour of the den.
The best way to feel Little Tigers is to visit. Come meet the teachers, see the rooms, and watch the play in action.
