Calgary Preschool and daycare

Why Little Steps

What Makes Us Special?

We know choosing childcare for the first time can feel overwhelming, and we’re here to make that process a little easier! This page is designed to give you a clear sense of who we are, what we offer, and what you can expect at Little Steps.

The early years matter, and the environment you choose plays an important role in your child’s development. Wherever your journey takes you, we hope you find the perfect place where your child feels happy, supported, and truly at home!

Top Choice Award Winner for a Reason

Being recognized as Top Choice Daycare in Calgary for 2026 is something we’re incredibly proud of, because it reflects the voices and experiences of the families we serve every day. This award isn’t something we apply for—it’s earned through nominations, feedback, and ongoing support from our community. To us, it represents trust, consistency, and the relationships we’ve built over time.

What matters most to us is how we show up each day. From the way our educators connect with children, to how we communicate with families, to the care and intention behind our environments. At Little Steps, every detail matters.

Being a Top Choice recipient isn’t about a single moment—it reflects the everyday care, attention, and consistency families experience when they walk through our doors. It’s the warm greetings in the morning, the thoughtful conversations at pick-up, and the small, meaningful moments that make families feel part of something special.

We’re incredibly proud to serve this community and continue to grow, reflect, and evolve so we can deliver the high-quality care our families expect and deserve.

A Program Built For Children

At Little Steps, we believe childcare should feel like a home away from home. Comfortable, familiar, and filled with people who truly know your child. Our in-house I Wonder curriculum is rooted in your child’s interests, questions, and ideas, allowing learning to happen in a natural and meaningful way that supports their overall development and well-being.

Our spaces are uniquely warm, inviting, and thoughtfully set up to encourage curiosity and exploration while still feeling calm and cozy. No two Little Steps locations are the same just as no two children are the same. Each program is thoughtfully designed and tailored to reflect the children, families, and community it serves.

We believe families are a big part of what makes our community so special. With our open-door policy, you’re always welcome. Whether it’s a quick chat, a peek into your child’s day, or simply feeling connected, we want you to feel at home here too!

Everything we do is guided by what matters most—creating a place where children feel safe, known, and excited to be, and where families feel connected and at ease.

A Program Built For Children

At Little Steps, we believe childcare should feel like a home away from home. Comfortable, familiar, and filled with people who truly know your child. Our in-house I Wonder curriculum is rooted in your child’s interests, questions, and ideas, allowing learning to happen in a natural and meaningful way that supports their overall development and well-being.

Our spaces are uniquely warm, inviting, and thoughtfully set up to encourage curiosity and exploration while still feeling calm and cozy. No two Little Steps locations are the same just as no two children are the same. Each program is thoughtfully designed and tailored to reflect the children, families, and community it serves.

We believe families are a big part of what makes our community so special. With our open-door policy, you’re always welcome. Whether it’s a quick chat, a peek into your child’s day, or simply feeling connected, we want you to feel at home here too!

Everything we do is guided by what matters most—creating a place where children feel safe, known, and excited to be, and where families feel connected and at ease.

Our Teams Come First

At Little Steps, we know our educators are the heart of everything we do. The relationships they build, the care they show, and the intention they bring each day are what truly shape a child’s experience. That’s why we place so much value on supporting our teams—not just as educators, but as people.

We invest in ongoing training, mentorship, and meaningful professional development, creating opportunities for our teams to grow, reflect, and feel confident in their work. We foster a positive, respectful workplace where collaboration, communication, and emotional well-being are prioritized.

When educators feel supported, valued, and connected, it shows in every interaction with children, with families, and with each other. The result is a consistent, caring environment where children feel safe, relationships are strong, and everyone feels part of something special.

At Little Steps, taking care of our team is one of the most important ways we take care of your child.

I Wonder Curriculum