Family Child Care · Albany, Oregon

A calm, home-based place for your little one to grow

Little People's Childcare has been a trusted, loving home away from home for families for over 30 years — small groups, two playrooms, and a fenced yard for outdoor play.

Licensed Family Child CareLicense # CF502313
30+ Years of Childcare Experience
Ages 1–12 Welcome
USDA Approved Food Program
A welcome from Julie

A home, not just child care

Welcome to my in-home child care! We provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment where children can learn, play, and grow. The goal of myself and my staff is to make every child feel loved, respected, and comfortable while in our care.

We offer age-appropriate preschool curriculum and activities, creative play, stories, music, outdoor time, and opportunities for children to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and academically. We also provide dependable routines, healthy meals and snacks, and plenty of individual attention.

We believe every child is unique, and we work to support their individual needs, interests, and development. I value open communication with families and strive to build a trusting partnership with parents and caregivers.

My child care home is a place where children can feel safe, have fun, make friends, and learn every day.

Julie JohnsonOwner & Provider
What we offer

Learning that feels like play

A curriculum-based program September through May, with music, crafts, and outdoor fun continuing all summer long.

Early learning curriculum

Letters, numbers, shapes, colors, and reading, September through May.

Music, crafts & sensory play

Hands-on science and cooking projects that keep little hands busy and curious.

Active outdoor time

Fenced backyard play, sidewalk chalk, bubbles, parachute games, and sack races.

Nutritious meals

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks included daily as part of our USDA-certified food program.

A day here

A gentle, predictable rhythm

A sample of how our days flow — open Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Morning drop-off

Breakfast and free play as children arrive.

Circle time

Reading, music, sign language, weather, and sharing.

Outdoor play

Fenced backyard time — chalk, bubbles, and games.

Lunch

USDA food program meal.

Quiet time

Rest and naps for younger children.

Afternoon snack

A USDA food program snack after rest.

Afternoon

Free choice — coloring, books, toys, and dance.

Evening pick-up

Wind-down play until families arrive.

Limited spots available

Schedule your tour today

Availability is first-come, first-served. Let's find a time for you and your little one to come see our home.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

What ages do you accept?

We welcome children from 1 to 12 years old.

Are you licensed?

Yes — Little People's Childcare is a Certified Family Child Care, license CF502313, with regular Health Department and State inspections.

Do you accept subsidized care?

Yes, we participate in Oregon's ERDC child care subsidy program.

Are meals provided?

Yes — we're on the USDA food program, and breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.

What are your hours?

We’re open Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Contact us about current availability.