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πŸ‘Ά Licensed in-home childcare Β· Albany, NY

Where little journeys begin.

A warm, home-away-from-home for infants and toddlers β€” small in size, big on love, and built around the simple belief that every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and celebrated.

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A caregiver smiling with a happy toddler at Little Journeys Childcare
Toddler playing happily with colorful toys
🍎Fresh home-cooked
meals daily
Bright, cozy playroom at Little Journeys Childcare
Welcome to our home

A small, loving program where your child is truly known.

We're not a big, busy center. We're an intentionally small in-home daycare in Albany β€” which means your little one gets warm, one-on-one attention from a caregiver who learns their giggles, their naps, and their favorite songs by heart.

From the first hello, our goal is simple: that you feel completely at ease, and that your child feels completely at home.

🀱 Infants & toddlers πŸ‘€ Live-stream access πŸ₯• Nourishing meals 🎢 Music & languages

Read our story β†’

8
Children, max β€” never a crowd
10+
Hours of care, Mon–Fri
3
Languages at circle time
100%
Home-cooked, no junk
From a kid's-eye view πŸ‘€

So much to love, every single day

Because a happy child is the whole point β€” here's what the little ones say (more or less!).

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"I made a rainbow!"

Squishy paints, sticky crafts, and proud little masterpieces for the fridge.

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"Let's sing again!"

Wiggly dances, silly songs, and brand-new words in three languages.

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"My friends are here!"

Cozy cuddles, big giggles, and a grown-up who always has time to play.

Our programs

Care that grows with your child

Gentle, developmentally-rich days designed around each stage β€” from the very first snuggles to confident, curious toddlers ready for what's next.

Peaceful infant care
6 weeks – 18 mo

Infants

Responsive, cuddle-rich care that follows your baby's own rhythm of feeding, sleeping, and exploring.

  • Their schedule, never ours
  • Tummy time & sensory play
  • Daily updates & live-stream
Happy toddlers exploring
18 mo – 3 yrs

Toddlers

Busy hands and big feelings, gently guided through play, music, and early language adventures.

  • Music, sign language & Spanish
  • Potty-training partnership
  • Social & emotional foundations
Preschool readiness activities
3 yrs +

Preschool Readiness

Confidence, curiosity, and the early literacy & number skills that make kindergarten feel exciting.

  • Letters, numbers & stories
  • Art, science & outdoor play
  • Independence & routines

See a Day at Little Journeys

Why families choose us

Peace of mind, woven into every day

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See them anytime

Secure live-stream video lets you peek in on your child's day, right from your phone β€” because being away shouldn't mean being out of touch.

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One-on-one attention

With a small group and low ratios, your child is never a number. They're greeted by name, by someone who genuinely knows them.

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Real, nourishing food

Balanced, home-cooked meals with fresh fruits and vegetables β€” and very little added sugar β€” to help little bodies grow strong.

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Music & languages

Songs, sign language, and Spanish woven naturally into circle time spark joyful, brain-building early learning.

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Safe & licensed

A clean, child-proofed home environment, fully licensed by New York State (#886773) for your complete confidence.

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A true home feeling

Cozy, calm, and unhurried β€” the kind of place where your child feels held, and you feel at peace leaving them.

From our families

The words that mean the most

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"Leaving my daughter anywhere felt impossible β€” until here. The live-stream gave me peace of mind, but it's the love she comes home with that made me a believer."

JMJessica M.Mom of Mia, 14 months
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"My son started signing and singing little Spanish words within weeks. You can tell every day is thoughtful. It feels like family, not a facility."

DRDavid & Rosa P.Parents of Leo, 2.5 yrs
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"Small, warm, and spotless. My twins are thriving and actually excited to go each morning. I recommend Little Journeys to every parent I meet."

AKAisha K.Mom of twins, 20 months
Come say hello

Let's begin your little one's journey, together.

The best way to feel our warmth is to experience it. Schedule a no-pressure visit β€” meet us, see our space, and ask us anything. We'd love to welcome you in.