6 weeks – 24 months
Infants & Toddlers
Gentle, attentive care with the lowest ratios in our center. Cuddles, tummy time, and the cozy routines little ones need to feel secure.
Meridian, Idaho · Since 2002
Where little ones learn, play & grow.
A warm, family-owned childcare home where every child is known by name. We nurture curiosity through play-based learning — from your first infant snuggles to busy school-age summers.
Locally owned
Idaho Stars enrolled
Meals included
20+ yearsCaring for Meridian families since 2002
Locally Owned & Operated
Idaho Stars Participant
CPR & First-Aid Certified Staff
Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks Included
School Transportation
Welcome to The Learning Garden
A second home where your child is valued for exactly who they are.
We believe in the value and uniqueness of every child we care for. Our goal is a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-agers — one that supports each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
From the moment you walk in, you'll feel the difference: warm teachers who greet families by name, low ratios for the littlest ones, and a true family vibe that's been growing here for over two decades.
Read Our Story
2002
Serving Meridian since
6 wks–5th
Ages we lovingly care for
52
Weeks of year-round care
2 + 2
Healthy meals & snacks daily
Our Programs
Loving care for every age & stage
Dedicated rooms thoughtfully designed for each age group, so your child always has a space made just for them.
2 & 3 years
Twos & Threes
Busy hands and big feelings welcome here. Hands-on exploration, early language, and social play that builds confidence every day.
4 years
Preschool & Pre-K
Our process-based curriculum gets children kindergarten-ready through creativity, problem-solving, and a genuine love of learning.
Kindergarten – 5th grade
Before & After School
Transportation to and from select schools, homework help, and plenty of room to unwind. We're open on school-out days, too.
Seasonal
Summer Camp
Daily field trips for our seniors, themed weeks for our juniors, STEM adventures, and all the outdoor fun a summer should hold.
Why Families Choose Us
Two decades of trust, built one family at a time.
We're not a corporate chain — we're a Meridian small business that has cared for this community's children since 2002. That shows up in everything we do.
Locally owned & rooted here
Independently owned and operated in Meridian since 2002 — never corporate.
Staff who stay
A close, experienced team with remarkable longevity — including a director with us for 9+ years.
Play-based, process-driven learning
We focus on how children learn — through exploration and discovery, not worksheets.
Meals & snacks included
Breakfast, lunch, and two snacks provided daily for every child, every day.
A true family vibe
We know our families by name — laughing, celebrating, and growing right alongside you.
More Than Daycare
Everything included in your child's day
Meals & snacksBreakfast, lunch & two snacks daily
School transportationTo & from select Meridian schools
STEM & enrichmentSTEM woven into daily learning + summer STEM
Spanish & danceOptional enrichment sign-ups
Parents' Night OutTwice a month, run by our trusted staff
Summer field tripsDaily adventures for our school-age campers
Our Approach
A process-based curriculum that follows the child.
We focus on how children learn rather than just the finished product. Instead of perfect crafts and worksheets, we encourage hands-on exploration, creativity, problem-solving, and discovery.
Children are free to experiment, ask questions, and learn through play at their own developmental pace — building confidence, independence, and a true love of learning. It's a 52-week, year-round model with age-based learning for every group, including Preschool and Pre-K.
Explore Our Curriculum
A Peek Inside
Days full of discovery
Come See Us
Ready to find your child's second home?
Schedule a tour and meet the teachers, see the rooms, and feel the warmth for yourself. We'd love to welcome your family to the garden.