We accept children from 6 weeks old through 5 years of age. Our four programs — Nursery, Sprouts, Saplings, and Great Oaks — are designed to meet the developmental needs of each age group.
PA Licensed Childcare Center in Erie
Trusted Childcare & Early Learning in Erie, PA
Nurturing children ages 6 weeks to 5 years with our play-based HighScope Curriculum. Small groups in our classrooms, credentialed teachers, and a safe environment where every child is known and loved.
Sensory Play
Nursery
Friendships
Ages 6wk–5yr
Infant to Pre-K
Primary Caregiving
Homelike classrooms
Safe & Secure
Keypad entry
What We Believe
At Little Acorns Learning Center, our beliefs guide everything we do.
Relationships First
We believe establishing positive and trusting relationships with our children and families is our first priority.
Safe Exploration
We believe through these relationships, we create an environment where children are supported and can explore and discover while learning from mistakes.
Play is Work
We believe play is truly a child's work.
A Day at Little Acorns
Our Early Learning Programs
From tiny acorns to great oaks — watch your child grow through our four nature-inspired classrooms designed for every stage of early development.
Inside Our Classrooms
Real moments from real kids — see how our four nature-inspired classrooms come to life every day in Erie, PA.
What We Offer
Discover what makes Little Acorns Learning Center a special place for your child in Erie, PA.
Supportive Teachers
Our littles are supported by compassionate teachers as they explore the world around them. We seek to support growing independence while also being an anchor when the world is too much to handle.
HighScope Curriculum
The HighScope Curriculum encourages active learning with children having hands-on experiences that include people, objects, events and ideas. Children's interests and ideas are at the heart of the HighScope program.
Safety & Security
All teachers are trained in pediatric first aid & CPR and maintain clearances to work with children. Entry to our facility is gained through our keypad entry system. All areas are monitored by security cameras.
International Mud Day — kids are washable!
What Parents Are Saying
Real reviews from real families in the Erie, PA community.
“Little Acorns has been such a blessing for our family. The teachers genuinely care about every child and it shows. My daughter has grown so much since starting here!”
— Google Review
“We love the Primary Caregiving approach. Knowing that our son has a consistent teacher who truly knows him gives us so much peace of mind while we're at work.”
— Google Review
“The HighScope Curriculum is amazing — our kids come home excited about what they learned through play. International Mud Day is their absolute favorite!”
— Google Review
Our Mission
“We aim to bring imagination back to childhood where we will inspire the next generation of learners, leaders & dreamers.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions from parents in Erie, PA.
Little Acorns Learning Center is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed on major holidays and select staff training days.
We use the HighScope Curriculum, which encourages active learning through hands-on experiences. Children's interests and ideas drive the program, with play being truly a child's work.
You can schedule a tour through our online booking system by visiting our Schedule a Tour page, or email us at littleacornslearningcenter@gmail.com. We love showing families around!
We combine a play-based HighScope Curriculum with our unique Primary Caregiving model where each teacher is matched with a smaller group of children. With small groups in homelike classrooms, individual playgrounds for each classroom, and keypad entry security, we offer a safe, nurturing environment where every child is truly known.
Come See What Makes Us Special
Schedule a tour of Little Acorns Learning Center and see firsthand why Erie families trust us with their most precious little ones.
Visit Little Acorns Learning Center
Located in Erie, PA near Kearsarge Fire Department and Millcreek Community Hospital.
Contact Information
Phone
(814) 315-1313
Fax
(814) 315-1993
littleacornslearningcenter@gmail.com
Location
2104 Zimmerly Rd, Erie, PA 16509
Hours
Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM