About Us

Mission Statement

Little Steps Learning Center warmly welcomes families with children aged one to twelve to our inclusive, play-based childcare program. We celebrate the value and uniqueness of each child.

Our program fosters individual social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. As caregivers and educators, our mission is to provide a safe and engaging learning environment that encourages children to explore, discover, create, and become lifelong learners.

Our Philosophy

 At Little Steps Learning Center, we believe that every child deserves high-quality childcare. We understand that young children learn best through play and exploration.

To support all children's learning, we offer a play-based curriculum that includes tactile and diverse toys, sensory exploration centers, child-initiated art activities, and an accessible playground. Our teachers frequently engage with children, initiating discussions and responding promptly to their needs.

Our Commitment

In an effort to provide the best services possible, Little Steps Learning Center is committed to participation in the State Improvement Project entitled FOCUS. “FOCUS on Young Children’s Learning” is New Mexico’s third generation Tiered Quality Rating and Improvement System (TQRIS). Developed by the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), the goal of FOCUS is to foster program leadership, cultivate teacher quality, and support positive outcomes for all children.

Children’s health is also a very important aspect for our program. We are certified through the Children and Adult Food Care Program through CYFD of NM. The program helps us to ensure that we are providing sanitary, nutritional, balanced meals to every child everyday. We adhere to family style dining where all children and their teacher sit at the table together and learn to serve themselves, wait for each one to have their servings and then enjoy their meal.

The goal of FOCUS is to foster program leadership, cultivate teacher quality, and support positive outcomes for all children.