Welcome
Welcome to Conley's Little Critters Preschool and Child Care
A little bit about Jodi
I received my child care license in December 2011. I worked at a well known preschool here in Fort Collins for 3 years then decided to start my own home child care business after my second daughter was born. In 2012 my business got put on hold while my second daughter went through treatment for brain cancer. After reopening my business I have taken an active role in the community as a community outreach coordinator for Fort Collins Partners in Childcare for a number of years.
My third daughter was born in 2015 and life hasn't slowed down since. I received my Experienced Home license in 2018 allowing for more flexibility with ages and ratios of children. I also maintain my CNA license to help with special needs kiddos. I have always loved caring for children and enjoy helping them get ready for a lifelong love of learning.
Starting in 2020 I began homeschooling and child care has been limited to just a few children. We co-op with Paideia Classical Community once a week. Our daily education has shifted to meet the need of both young and school age. The older girls love to participate in our morning routines and games and their personalized education is more focused during nap time in the afternoon.
About the Preschool
Child care is open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Preschool time is from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. We use a play and faith based curriculum catered to the children that are in care. By doing this each child gets to work on their level of ability while exploring, learning, and remembering it in their own way. Every day we dive into literacy, math, social studies, art, science, music, and a manipulative or technology center. During Preschool we also include a snack, lunch, recess, and occasional field trip or special guest. On regular basis we like to go to the library and park just down the street. Throughout the year we will include trips to museums, grocery stores, parks, farms and other places to learn about our community.
We offer a full day preschool from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm which is an extension of our morning program.
We believe in the value of Biblical teaching as well as preschool learning. Conley's Little Critters is a Christ centered educational program.
We focus on the younger kids ages 0-4 years old. We help infants with milestones transitions like sleep training. Toddlers work on social emotional skills and toileting. We encourage pre kinder students in beginning reading skills. All in a positive atmosphere that encourages independence and curiosity.