About Us

At Little Branches Learning Center (LBLC) our story is one of devotion, care, and a shared commitment to providing children with a nurturing early education environment rooted in Christian values. We understand the importance of those early years in shaping a child’s future, and it is our privilege to be a part of that journey.

Our Mission: Guided by Christian principles, our mission is to create a haven where children can thrive and grow emotionally, socially, intellectually, physically, and spiritually. We strive to instill a love for learning, develop curiosity and problem-solving, encourage positive character development, and foster a strong sense of community within our early education center.

A Legacy of Love: Founded on a legacy of love, Little Branches Learning Center has been a trusted presence in the community for 30 years. Our journey began with a vision to provide families with more than just a place for early care and education – to create a home away from home where children feel cherished, supported, and inspired.

Dedicated Team: Our team is the heartbeat of LBLC. Comprised of experienced early educators, who are not only qualified professionals, but also individuals driven by a genuine passion for enriching the lives of young children. Together, we form a close-knit family dedicated to creating a positive and encouraging atmosphere for every child and their family.

Faith-Focused Learning: At the core of our approach is a faith-focused curriculum that weaves Christian values into the fabric of daily activities. Through prayer, Bible stories, songs, and learning activities, and discussions, we aim to nurture the spiritual growth of each child, fostering a foundation of love, kindness, and respect.

Safe and Supportive Environment: We understand that entrusting your child to our care is a significant decision, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our facility is designed with your child’s safety in mind, complete with secure entry/exit systems, fire alarm system, and adherence to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Our staff and children complete monthly fire drills, and practice emergency preparedness plans for shelter in place and evacuation. We are a well-child early education program, and our health policy, and protocols, are carefully created to protect the health of children, families, and staff.

Specialized Early Education Center: Little Branches Learning Center is approved by VT Children’s Integrated Services (CIS) as a specialized care center. We welcome children with developmental needs, those in foster care, with open hearts, and our goal is to provide them with love, care, structure, and consistency to help them thrive. Our teachers are trained in basic and advanced specialized care to meet the developmental and trauma-informed care needs of children, and they complete continuing professional development in these areas each year. We have a full-time Early Care and Education Coordinator on staff who has a degree in special education and experience as a behavioral interventionist to support children and families, provide guidance and training for our teaching team, and coordinate with service providers from Early Intervention Services and public school system Special Education Departments.

At Little Branches Leaning Center, every family is important, and we want to see each family be supported in providing a loving home. We also recognize that families face different challenges depending on the season of life which they are in. Sometimes additional help in the form of referrals for subsidy, encouragement, connecting families with similar issues, or just listening to a parent or guardian may be needed. That is why Little Branches has added a Family Support Program. Our knowledgeable and experienced Family Support Coordinator will work in partnership with families to provide education, advocacy, encouragement, and engagement within the community to help meet each family’s needs. Little Branches strives to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support to each family, so they have the opportunity to thrive in today’s society. We hope to walk alongside our families as they nurture and guide their children.

Community Connection: Little Branches Learning Center is more than just a place for children; it’s a community where families come together with the staff, and together we are the LBLC Family. We believe in open communication and invite parents to actively participate in their child’s educational journey through regular updates and conversations, parent-teacher conferences, cultural/career/ interest presentations, and special events.

Come Experience the LBLC Difference: We invite you to join our Little Branches Learning Center family. Schedule a tour today to witness firsthand the warmth, love, and dedication that define our early education center. Together, let’s embark on a journey of love and learning, laying the foundation for a future filled with learning, faith, and joy.