2025-2026 Academic Year
Registration for the 2025-2026 academic year is now open. All programs serve full-time students.
2 and 3 Year old Preschool
This program is the perfect introduction for our youngest learners, designed for children who are at least 2 years old and fully potty trained (must be 2 by June 1).
Meeting on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:30 to 11:30, it provides a gentle and engaging start to early education. Through fun activities, social play, and hands-on learning, children will develop essential skills like sharing, following directions, and building confidence.
Our small class sizes ensure individual attention, and our caring, experienced staff create a warm and welcoming environment where every child feels safe and supported. This program is a wonderful way to foster a love of learning in your child while giving them the structure and socialization they need as they take their first steps toward school.
3-5 Year old Preschool
This program is designed for children ages 3 to 5 (must be 3 by September 15) who are fully potty trained. Meeting on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 8:30 to 11:30, it offers a fun, play-based learning environment while preparing children for school.
Through hands-on activities, creative play, and group interactions, children will develop essential skills in early literacy, number sense, fine motor coordination, and social cooperation. We focus on fostering independence, following routines, and engaging in more structured learning—all in a joyful, interactive setting.
This program is also perfect for children whose birthdays fall just before the kindergarten cutoff, providing an extra year of growth and learning in a playful, supportive environment before they head to school. It's the ideal balance of fun and preparation, ensuring a smooth transition to kindergarten and beyond.
Wraparound Childcare
Wraparound childcare for children aged 2-5 offers a reliable and nurturing environment that ensures consistent care year-round, regardless of weather conditions or school breaks. Childcare is open from 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM five days/week.
This type of program provides a structured yet flexible setting where young children can thrive through engaging activities, social interaction, and early learning experiences. In addition to high-quality care, wraparound childcare includes nutritious meals and snacks, ensuring that children receive balanced nutrition throughout the day.
With a focus on stability and routine, these programs support working families by offering dependable childcare solutions that accommodate varying schedules, giving parents peace of mind while fostering a secure and enriching space for their little ones.
2026 Summer Program
Our Summer Childcare Program at Little Farmers is designed for kids ages 3 years old through 4th grade, offering a fun, nature-filled experience where outdoor time, gardening, and play take center stage!
Children will have the chance to explore our garden, plant and harvest fresh produce, and care for our chickens and goats. With plenty of outdoor play, creative activities, and hands-on learning, every day is an exciting adventure. We believe summer is the perfect time for kids to get dirty, build friendships, and develop important skills through active, unstructured play.
Summer Care Program information is typically available in February. Please get in touch with us to be added to the interest list.
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TESTIMONIALS
We've been sending our kids to Little Farmers Preschool & Daycare since 2021, and we can't say enough good things about this program. The care is incredible—Allison is a passionate, creative teacher who makes learning and exploring exciting, and Josh is an incredibly patient and fun caregiver. The small-scale, personable atmosphere creates the perfect balance of outdoor adventures, social activities, and play-based learning.
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Our Little Farmers "graduate" is still obsessed with nature walks, collecting prairie seeds, and gardening, a love sparked by her time there! The program ensures kids are both academically and socially ready for kindergarten while keeping learning fun and engaging. Plus, the extended hours—including coverage on snow days, in-service days, and many holidays—make life so much easier for working parents.
And the meals? Amazing! Thanks to Little Farmers, our kids actually love eating vegetables.
We’re so grateful for this wonderful place!
Alice and Steve, Decorah, IA
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Breakfast: 7:00-7:45 AM
Preschool: 8:30-11:30 AM
Lunch: 12:00 PM
Rest (younger kids): 12:30 PM
​Snack: 3:30 PM
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Daycare is OPEN on weather-related closure days and Decorah School District's breaks/regularly scheduled days off.
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Little Farmers is CLOSED on all major holidays.