Enrollment Guide

Joining the LittleNest Family

We understand that choosing your child's first school is an intimate and momentous decision. Our admissions process is designed to be gentle, personal, and supportive at every milestone.

Admissions coordinator warmly welcoming a mother and her young daughter during a sunny campus walkthrough
Rolling Admissions Accepted Based on Classroom Availability
4 Simple Steps

Your Step-by-Step Enrollment Journey

We keep our process transparent and communicative so families feel completely at home from their very first visit.

1. Campus Tour

Book a relaxed 30-minute walkthrough to meet teachers, observe classrooms, and see our nature gardens in person.

Book Campus Tour

2. Submit Application

Complete our online admissions questionnaire with developmental history, medical notes, and family schedule preferences.

Start Application

3. Discovery Play Session

Your child joins a friendly 45-minute classroom play session to interact with teachers and classmates in their future environment.

Low-stress play

4. Welcome & Enrollment

Upon offer of admission, secure placement with your enrollment deposit and schedule your family's orientation morning.

Review Tuition
Admissions Criteria

Age Guidelines & Required Records

LittleNest welcomes children from 18 months through Kindergarten readiness across three dedicated developmental cohorts.

Ages 18 – 30 Months

Nestling Toddlers

Must be at least 18 months by their start date. Toilet training is not required; our educators partner with families on gentle readiness.

  • Pediatric health examination form
  • Current California immunization record
Ages 2.5 – 4 Years

Curious Explorers

Must turn 3 by December 1 of the enrollment year. Developing independence with restroom routines is encouraged and supported.

  • Proof of age / birth certificate copy
  • Emergency contact authorization
Ages 4 – 5 Years

Pre-K Ready Achievers

Must turn 4 by September 1. Focuses on social readiness, emotional self-regulation, early phonemic awareness, and group teamwork.

  • Previous daycare / preschool records (if any)
  • Developmental intake questionnaire
Take the First Step

Begin Your Admissions Journey Today

Spaces fill quickly for our autumn cohorts. Reach out to schedule a private walkthrough or speak directly with our admissions director.