Daycare Program in
Menomonie, WI
Welcome to Little Sprouts' Daycare Program in Menomonie, WI
Mission to Foster Growth in a Safe, Nurturing Environment
Little Sprouts in Menomonie, Wisconsin, offers licensed daycare and educational services for children from infants through age 12. Our high-quality child care services focus on education and enrichment programs that foster academic, social, emotional, and physical growth. We’re committed to creating a nurturing environment that supports the unique needs of every child in our care. Our structured programs provide age-appropriate activities for every stage to promote ongoing growth and development.
Core Values that Define Little Sprouts
Integrity – Doing What’s Right
We’re committed to maintaining professionalism and doing what’s right.
Passion for Education – Focusing on Quality Programs
We continually innovate to deliver high-quality programs and enriching activities.
Collaboration – Involving Children, Families, and Teachers
Our team-oriented approach includes family members, caregivers, teachers, and children in the multi-faceted process of raising and educating young people.
Safety & Security – Creating a Safe Learning Foundation
We provide a secure environment that creates an effective foundation for learning.
Benefits of Early Childhood Development
Overview of Our Daycare Program
Structure by Age Group to Support Developmental Stages
Our child care center offers a wide range of programs for children of all ages, including infant care, toddler care, and after-school programs. Our daycare provides age-specific offerings that support each developmental stage.
Balanced Mix of Teacher-led and Child-directed Activities
We combine structured, teacher-led projects with imaginative child-directed activities to promote education while fostering independence.
Program Highlights and Learning Environment
Safe, Nurturing Classrooms for Growth
At Little Sprouts, we maintain a safe and nurturing environment with colorful classrooms and engaging playgrounds for both indoor and outdoor play. Our facility is designed with your child’s growth and development in mind.
Focus on Social, Intellectual, and Emotional Development
We maintain a balanced focus on social, intellectual, and emotional development using play and social interaction to support your child’s broadening horizons.
Positive Behavior and Social Skill Development
Our behavior guidance policy focuses on a positive model of appropriate actions with ample praise for successes and gentle redirection away from problematic situations. We use directly related consequences in response to unacceptable behavior and always educate students on the proper alternative. Our goal is to equip children with effective social skills that will support lifelong success.
Daily Activities and Curriculum Focus
Infant Program – Sensory Development and Milestones
Infants engage in sensory development activities and work toward achieving key milestones in the areas of language, motor skills, and social interactions.
Toddler Program – Early Academics, Social Skills, and Potty Training
Toddlers enjoy learning activities that promote potty training, language development, and early academics.
Preschool Program – School Readiness and Social Cooperation
Preschoolers pursue school readiness with a daycare program that encourages social cooperation and independence while supporting a growing sense of positive self-esteem.
School-Age Program – Reinforcement of Learning and Social Responsibility
Daycare for 5-year-olds and up reinforces the lessons children learn in school while promoting social responsibility and personal growth.
Health and Nutrition Policies
Nutrition Approach and Meal Schedules
We provide breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack each day. All meals adhere to the USDA food program and include a serving of milk.
Support for Custom Dietary Needs
We maintain a completely nut-free facility to provide a safe environment for children with nut allergies. Our menu includes vegetarian options and offers special accommodations to meet food allergies and other special needs.
Breastfeeding and Bottle-Handling Practices for Infants
We support both breastfeeding and bottle-feeding for the children in our care. We offer a comfortable environment for breastfeeding on-site if you’re able to visit during the day. We’re also equipped to handle expressed breast milk in liquid form. If you’re bottle-feeding your child, you must provide premade bottles of mixed formula each day.
Safety and Security Measures
Strict Sign-in/Sign-out Policies and Visitor Protocols
At Little Sprouts, we have strict sign-in and sign-out procedures to ensure the safety of every child on the premises. Caregivers receive a personal key fob, and other adults must provide identification before picking up a child.
Playground Safety and Emergency Preparedness
We maintain a comprehensive safety awareness program on the playground and perform frequent inspections to make sure our play area is well maintained and free of safety hazards.
Our Menomonie child care center has policies and procedures in place for any type of emergency. We conduct emergency preparedness drills to make sure children are prepared for unexpected situations.
Staff Certifications in First Aid and CPR
All our staff members hold first aid and CPR certifications to help sustain a safe and healthy environment.
Parent Involvement and Communication
Open-Door Policy for Parent Visits
We have an open-door policy allowing parents to drop in to our Menomonie daycare facility at any time. We encourage you to visit, get familiar with the environment, and interact with your child whenever you can.
Daily Updates and Scheduled Parent Conferences
Our staff members provide daily reports on your child’s activities, including their nutritional intake and behavior. We also schedule parent conferences at key developmental milestones. At Little Sprouts, we believe in collaborating to address all your child’s needs in a cooperative and consistent manner.
If you have questions or concerns, our team members are just an email or phone call away. We provide direct contact information so you can easily reach the teachers who work directly with your child.
Enrollment, Hours, and Accessibility
Operating Hours and Flexible Scheduling Options
Our Menomonie campus on Technology Drive East provides a variety of childcare solutions throughout the year with flexible scheduling to accommodate each family’s needs.
Registration and Necessary Documentation
To enroll at Little Sprouts, you must provide an application, signed tuition rate agreement, certificate of immunization, and current photograph of your child.
Drop-Off/Pick-Up Protocols for a Smooth Experience
We require timely payments and pickups to ensure the smooth operation of our facility for all children. We charge a late-pickup fee if you arrive more than five minutes after the school’s closing. Little Sprouts is closed on the following holidays: Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday), Christmas Eve and Day, and New Year’s Eve and Day.
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Commitment to a Safe, Enriching Environment
Little Sprouts is committed to providing a safe and enriching environment in our daycare program.
Contact Us with Questions or for Enrollment Details
Are you ready to see the enriching environment at Little Sprouts of Menomonie, Wisconsin, yourself? Schedule your tour online so you can experience our top-rated daycare yourself. We look forward to meeting your family.