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Infants
6 weeks – 12 months
Snuggles, tummy time, and gentle routines from teachers who feel like family.
Now enrolling in Southwest Philly
Little DarlingsDaycare
Where big smiles start their day.
A warm, safe, and nurturing daycare in Southwest Philadelphia where your child learns, laughs, and grows — trusted by families for over a decade.
⭐️ 3.2 · 30+ reviews
Loved by Southwest Philly families
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Ages 6wk – 5yr
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Play + Learn
Programs
A cozy classroom for every little one.
From first giggles to first ABCs — we meet your child right where they are.
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Toddlers
1 – 2 years
Curious minds explore colors, shapes, and first words through hands-on play.
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Preschool
3 – 4 years
Kindergarten-ready learning with art, storytime, and social adventures.
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Pre-K
4 – 5 years
Letters, numbers, and big-kid confidence — ready to soar into school.
A day with us
Every day is a tiny adventure.
Structured routines, plenty of play, and daily updates so you never miss a milestone.
9:00 AM
Create
Art & sensory play
10:30 AM
Learn
Circle time & stories
12:00 PM
Nourish
Healthy meals & snacks
3:00 PM
Play
Outdoor playground fun
Why families choose us
The little things matter most.
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Safe & secure
Locked entry, trained staff, and a clean, kid-proofed facility.
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Warm teachers
Patient, attentive caregivers who genuinely love what they do.
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Daily updates
Photos, meals, naps, and milestones sent right to your phone.
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Healthy meals
Fresh snacks and balanced meals that little tummies love.
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Early hours
Doors open at 6:30 AM to fit real family schedules.
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School-ready
Play-based learning that builds confident kindergartners.
Happy families
Words from our parents.
★★★★★"One of the best daycares around Southwest. My daughter has been going since she was 3 months old and I have no complaints. She's learned so much from the teachers — my kids love coming here."
★★★★★"We are very happy with the care our child receives. The teachers are warm, patient, and genuinely care about the children's development. We love the structured activities and daily updates."
★★★★★"A safe and supportive environment. The teachers are kind and attentive, and our child has learned a lot socially and academically. We really appreciate everything the staff does each day."
FAQ
Questions parents ask us.
Get in touch
Book a tour or ask us anything.
Send us a quick note — we usually reply the same day.
7228 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Mon–Fri · 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Come see the smiles for yourself.
Book a free tour and meet the teachers who will love your little one like their own.
Visit us
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- HoursMon – Fri · 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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- Phone(215) 365-4702