Safe, loving care
Every child should feel safe, known, and genuinely cared for when they walk through the door.
Early learning center in Mount Ida
A beautiful little place to learn, play, and feel known.
A warm, faith-based place where little learners can play, grow, and feel known every day.
144 George StMonday–Friday6:00 AM–5:30 PM
Toddler & Pre-KLimited openings are currently available. Enrollment packets are being accepted now.
InfantsWarm, attentive care
ToddlersHands-on learning through play
Pre-KAges 3–5
Faith-basedWelcoming, age-appropriate values
The Little Cove experience
Thoughtful care with a warm, personal feel.
Little Cove is prepared for the babies, toddlers, and Pre-K children of Mount Ida with cozy rooms, learning centers, books, art, pretend play, daily routines, and the kind of personal attention that helps children settle in and thrive.
Learning through play
Stories, music, art, books, pretend play, and hands-on activities help little learners grow naturally.
Made for local families
Dependable early learning for Mount Ida and Montgomery County families, with a real personal touch.
Inside Little Cove
A space that feels warm before the day even begins.
The classrooms are coming together with books, learning centers, art, pretend play, and cozy details that help children feel comfortable from the moment they arrive.
A warm, nurturing environment where children can feel comfortable and known
Hands-on learning through play, books, art, music, and daily routines
Faith-based values woven into a welcoming, age-appropriate setting
Small class sizes and personal attention for each little learner
Care options
Programs for each early stage.
Weekly care is organized by age group. Infant care is part of the program, while current available openings are in the toddler classroom and Pre-K for ages 3–5.
Infants 🍼
Toddlers 🧸
Preschool / Pre-K 🎨
For families
Choosing childcare should feel personal, not complicated.
Send a message, ask questions, visit the space, and talk through what your family needs. We will walk through availability, enrollment paperwork, and the next steps with you.
Outdoor play
A fenced playground area is located across the alley, with outdoor play part of the Little Cove plan.
Current openings
Toddler and Pre-K enrollment is open, with spots filled in the order completed steps are received.
Enrollment fee
After the packet is submitted and availability is confirmed, the $35 fee reserves the spot.
Daily hours
Little Cove is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Meet the team
A small team with a lot of heart.
Little Cove is led by people who care about building real relationships with children and families, not simply filling a classroom.
Owner & Manager
Joie
Joie is the heart behind Little Cove and the person turning a long-held dream into a warm, dependable place for Mount Ida families.
Lead Teacher
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn brings classroom experience, a heart for young learners, and a warm, encouraging approach to every day at Little Cove.
Upstairs at 144 George St
Big Cove Rental
The spacious top floor is available for birthdays, showers, reunions, meetings, weddings, and other celebrations. The approximately 3,000-square-foot venue includes a full kitchen and elevator access for easier loading and unloading.
$80Full day
$120Full weekend
Little Cove updates
What is happening now.
July 2026
Toddler and Pre-K enrollment is open
Little Cove is currently accepting enrollment packets for the toddler classroom and Pre-K for ages 3–5. Spots are limited and are reserved in the order completed enrollment steps are received.
July 2026
Meet Kaitlyn, our Lead Teacher
Kaitlyn brings classroom experience, a heart for young learners, and a warm, encouraging approach to Little Cove. She is especially excited to help create a safe, fun, and loving classroom where every child can learn and grow.
July 2026
Enrollment packets and next steps
Families can message Little Cove for an enrollment packet or schedule a tour. After a packet is submitted and availability is confirmed, the $35 enrollment fee is the final step to reserve a child’s spot.
Community love
Kind words from local families.
“Our community needs a place like this and I know it’s going to thrive!”
“The support, encouragement, and excitement around Little Cove has meant everything. We are getting so close.”
Enrollment is open
Come see whether Little Cove feels right for your family.
Toddler and Pre-K openings are currently available. Schedule a tour, request an enrollment packet, or call with questions.