Warm, Personalized, and Development-Focused Care , at Little Sunrise Daycare, we believe every child deserves individual attention, emotional safety, and a calm, nurturing environment where they can grow at their own pace.

Although California licensing allows home daycares to care for more children, we intentionally limit enrollment to only four.

This small-group structure is a fundamental part of our philosophy:

Exclusive, Personalized Care

Each child receives the attention they need to feel truly seen, supported, and understood. We tailor our approach to each child’s temperament, developmental stage, and emotional needs.

 Attachment-Based, Gentle Care

We prioritize warm communication, secure relationships, and predictable daily routines that help children feel confident, safe, and loved.

 Focused on Development

With fewer children, we can create meaningful learning moments and support each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and motor development with intention and care.

 Calm, Home-Like Environment A smaller group allows for peaceful interactions, reduced overwhelm, and more opportunities for open-ended play, curiosity, and exploration.

 Strong Partnership with Families

Our intimate setting allows us to build close relationships with families and work together to support each child’s growth and well-being.

Why Only Four Children?

Because quality matters more than quantity.

By keeping our group small, we offer:

• more individual attention

• more emotional connection

• more safety and supervision

• more meaningful learning opportunities

• more consistency and presence

Your child is never “just one of many.”

They are valued, nurtured, and cared for with genuine intention.

Hi, I’m Samantha Carlini, the provider and heart behind Little Sunrise Daycare.

Caring for children has always been a natural calling for me, and my greatest joy is creating a space where little ones feel safe, loved, and truly seen.

With over 7 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers — both as a trusted nanny and within licensed daycare environments — I’ve had the privilege of supporting children through some of the most important stages of early development. Over these years, I’ve built strong bonds with families and gained deep insight into the emotional, physical, and learning needs of young children.

I am fully certified in early childhood safety and care, including:

 Infant & Child CPR / First Aid

 Preventive Health & Safety Practices

 Mandated Reporter Training

 All California-required childcare certifications

My approach is warm, respectful, and rooted in connection. I believe children thrive when they feel emotionally secure and guided with kindness. In my care, you will always see:

 Gentle, respectful interactions

 Positive discipline and clear, loving boundaries

 Predictable routines that help children feel safe

 Learning through play, curiosity, and exploration

 Emotional understanding and support

 Clear communication and partnership with families

My heart is fully dedicated to offering a calm, nurturing environment where each child can grow with confidence and joy.

Every child is welcomed here as a unique little sunrise, bringing light to our day.

Our program balances free play, guided activities, outdoor time, rest, and nurturing care. Children learn naturally through routine, exploration, and social interaction.

What we focus on:

 ✔Social–emotional skills (sharing, turn-taking, naming feelings)

✔ Language & early literacy (stories, songs, conversation)

 ✔Fine & gross motor skills (art, building, movement, outdoor play)

 ✔Independence (self-help skills, simple responsibilities)

 ✔Creativity (music, art, pretend play)

Environment & approach:

 ✔Calm, tidy, home-like environment

 ✔Gentle transitions & predictable routines

 ✔Positive discipline (no time-outs or shaming)

 ✔Respect for each child’s pace, temperament, and culture.

7:40 AM – Arrival & calm free play

8:30 AM – Circle time, songs & morning connection

9:00 AM – Snack time / learning activities & play-based stations

10:00 AM – Outdoor play (weather permitting)

12:00 PM – Lunch

12:30–3:00 PM – Nap / quiet rest time

3:00 PM – Snack

3:30 PM – Afternoon play & activities

5:00 PM – Pick-up