Tiny Tigers Daycare
Welcome to Tiny Tigers Daycare
At Tiny Tigers, children will enjoy hands-on learning experiences every day. From engaging activities that spark creativity and curiosity to playful moments that build friendships and confidence, our goal is to help each child grow and thrive while still having fun.
What makes Tiny Tigers truly special is our partnership with future educators. Under the guidance of experienced instructors and providers, these students gain real-world practice while your child benefits from extra attention, fresh ideas, and a caring community dedicated to early learning.
We believe in creating an environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore. Thank you for trusting us with the opportunity to be part of your child’s journey—we can’t wait to see all the amazing things they will discover here at Tiny Tigers!
About Us
At Tiny Tigers, we believe children learn best through play, discovery, and meaningful experiences. We provide a safe and nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to explore, create, and grow at their own pace.
Our goal is to support the whole child—helping them build confidence, develop strong relationships, and foster a lifelong love of learning. At Tiny Tigers, every day is a new opportunity to learn, laugh, and shine.
Description of Services
At Tiny Tigers, we believe children grow and thrive when surrounded by love, security, and engaging opportunities to explore. Our goal is to provide a safe, stimulating environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Children learn best through play, hands-on experiences, and meaningful interactions with peers and caring adults. With this in mind, Tiny Tigers provides a variety of developmentally appropriate activities designed to nurture growth across all areas — social, emotional, physical, and cognitive.
Our curriculum is individualized to meet each child’s unique needs and interests while promoting the development of the whole child. Teachers plan experiences that encourage exploration, creativity, problem-solving, and self-expression through direct sensory experiences and active learning.
We strive to maintain a balance between:
- Child-initiated play, where children explore their own ideas;
- Child-directed learning, where their choices guide the day; and
- Teacher-supported activities, where staff introduce new concepts and skills through encouragement and modeling.
At Tiny Tigers, every activity and interaction is designed to build confidence, curiosity, and joy in learning — helping children develop the strong foundation they need for lifelong success.
Curriculum & Activities
Our program serves children from birth through school age and offers a semi-structured environment that balances guided learning, individual exploration, and plenty of playtime. Each day includes a mix of indoor and outdoor activities designed to nurture creativity, curiosity, and confidence.
We plan experiences that help children grow across all areas of development. Activities are designed to teach, inspire, and delight, while encouraging every child to participate at their own comfort level.
Here are some examples of the types of activities your child might enjoy at Tiny Tigers:
- Small Muscle Development
Coloring, puzzles, playdough, blocks, and other age-appropriate manipulatives that strengthen fine-motor skills. - Large Muscle Development
Crawling, marching, running, jumping, and dancing to promote coordination and physical health. - Creative Play
Dramatic play areas such as puppets, dress-up clothes, play kitchens, dollhouses, workshops, and beauty shops encourage imagination, language, and social interaction. - Arts and Crafts
Projects that emphasize creativity, following directions, and taking pride in completing tasks. - Music and Movement
Singing, finger plays, musical instruments, and dance activities that foster rhythm, expression, and joy. - Science Exploration
Hands-on learning through cooking, planting seeds, observing nature, and exploring simple experiments that build observation and problem-solving skills. - Math Skills
Counting, sorting, measuring, and using numbers naturally throughout the day—during calendar time, cooking, or play. - Language and Literacy
Storytime, discussions, and Smart Board activities that promote vocabulary, listening, and communication. “Sharing Time” gives children the chance to speak and listen respectfully to others. - Personal Responsibilities
Children learn independence by helping with daily routines such as cleaning up after meals, putting toys away, and caring for personal belongings. Each morning, children also have the opportunity to be “special helpers,” assisting with classroom jobs.
Hours & Location
Tiny Tigers follows the Fort Hays Tech Northwest calendar. When the college programs/business offices are open, Tiny Tigers is open—excluding weekends and posted holidays.
- School Year (August–May)
- Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
- Summer Session (June–July)
- Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
- Fridays: Closed (see Holiday Schedule)
If the college announces reduced hours or unexpected closures, Tiny Tigers may adjust accordingly. If campus closes due to weather-related events, Tiny Tigers will also close. If Tiny Tigers unexpectedly closes due to weather, parents will be expected to pick their children up within one hour of the closure notification going out. We’ll notify families via the parent board and your preferred contact method.
Meet Our Staff
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Enrollment Information
Enrollment at Tiny Tigers may take place at any time, as long as space is available. Parents are welcome to contact the facility to request an enrollment application.
If our program has reached full capacity, families may add their child’s name to the waiting list. We will notify you as soon as an opening becomes available.
At the time of enrollment, the following are required:
- First month’s tuition
- $40 materials fee
- Completed enrollment records, which include:
- Health assessment form
- Immunization record
- Emergency medical release form
- Parent and child information forms
Each new family will receive a copy of the Parent Policy Handbook and will sign an enrollment contract. This contract outlines your child’s attendance schedule and payment arrangements (monthly or weekly), which are due at the beginning of each payment period.
Before admission, families must attend a short orientation with their child and return all completed forms to Tiny Tigers.
Please do not bring your child for care until all required paperwork has been completed and submitted.
Providing care without these documents would be a violation of state licensing regulations.
Please remember to notify us throughout the year if any information changes, such as phone numbers, addresses, emergency contacts, or your child’s health information.
