Our program

Madison Daycare & Preschool Learning

Feel the Bright Beginnings Difference: 2 teachers with every group of 8 children. Purposeful play, protected rhythms and close parent connections give each child room to thrive.

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Curriculum

Lillio Learning™ for Preschool Classrooms

Formerly known as Fireflies®, Lillio Learning is flexible and research-based, drawing on the work of Maslow, Vygotsky, Piaget, and Erikson. It's built around eight developmental domains. On a walk, a fire truck or a bulldozer is a reason to take an extra five minutes: that learning matters more than rushing back. Clear boundaries — including protected nap time — build responsibility, intentionality and independence. Close conversations with parents, from keeping a bib on a little longer to trying different teethers, connect learning and care:

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Social

Emotional Development

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Approaches to Learning

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Language/Literacy

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Creative Arts

Physical Development/Health

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Science

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Math

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At a glance

Care: Private small-group early education; 2 teachers with every group of 8 children
Credentials: State licensed. Five of our six sites are City of Madison accredited.
Where: Six sites in west Madison and Verona, WI
Ages: 8 weeks to 6 years (through kindergarten age)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm
Enrollment: Schedule a visit, then join the wait list. Now accepting applications for January and summer.

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Multi-age environment

Big kids lead. Little kids learn.

Leadership: older children practice patience, kindness, and helping.
Confidence: younger children learn by watching and joining in.
Siblings stay together: brothers and sisters can share the same program.

Ages served

8 weeks to 6 years

We care for children from 8 weeks to 6 years (through kindergarten age).

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FAQ

Questions parents ask

What ages do you take?

8 weeks to 6 years (through kindergarten age).

What curriculum do you use?

Lillio Learning™ for Preschool Classrooms, a research-based curriculum built around eight developmental domains.

Can siblings be together?

Yes — our multi-age programs mean siblings can stay together.

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See our six locations or schedule a visit.