Steph’s Family Childcare

A nurturing “home away from home” for your child; and for parents, the peace of mind that comes with knowing your child is in caring and competent hands when you need to be away.

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Our Day

- Nourishing breakfast, lunch and snacks provided.

- Our days are structured to provide the sense of safety and predictability children rely on, yet flexible in meeting evolving needs.

- We play hard, make messes, create cool art, visit local playgrounds and read lots of books.

- Emphasis on social-emotional development, while also ensuring early literacy and math benchmarks are mastered for kindergarten readiness.

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About Steph

Steph is a single mom to two great kids, and a child care professional with a background in early childhood education. Her career experience over the past 25+ years ranges from her work in the juvenile court system, serving as a licensed foster parent, preschool teacher, substitute teacher and professional nanny. She has an abundance of love to share with her home-based childcare “family” and approaches each day with positive attitude and sense of humor.

  • “I couldn’t imagine sending our kids anywhere else. Steph is caring and compassionate and treats our children as her own. They are supported, loved and receive a first-class preschool education”

    -Noah

  • “We feel so fortunate to have met Steph, and for the wonderful care and loving environment she provided our two sons. She knocks it out of the park with inspired activities and crafts, and our boys loved all the time spent at local playgrounds.”

    -Molly and Aaron

  • “Our children attended Steph's Family Childcare from the time they were 18 months until they went off to kindergarten. After touring several 4K options in Madison, we decided nothing compared to the care and creative learning they were experiencing with Steph. Our children thrived thanks to her!”

    -Katie

  • “The love, attention, and enrichment our daughter receives is a testament to all that Steph puts into her childcare. We feel very fortunate that our daughter has been a part of Steph’s childcare family for three years now”

    -Megan & Kurt

  • “I love that our kids come home talking about all the fun things they did that day, from beautiful crafts to baking to playing outside and dancing inside. They just have so much fun and learn a ton!”

    -Stephanie

  • “Steph is a true professional who cares deeply about the children in her care. We are so grateful to have found her!”

    -Jon

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Steph offers enrollment to children 18 months through 5 years. She maintains a small group size to ensure individualized care and attention. Reach out to inquire about current or upcoming openings.