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CooperativeChildcareChildren deserve the best in us.
That's why parent-members
are co-owners in cooperation
of every child's care, raising
the standards for what a
childcare center means for family.
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CenterBasedWe educate and nurture the whole child,
socially, emotionally and cognitively.
We honor their accomplishments
and invite growth and challenges.
We embrace creativity and curiosity.
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GrowingStrongWe embrace a diverse world.
foster a creative environment
focused on play, the most important
lesson in every childhood
to grow big hearts and strong minds.
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Love. Laugh. Nurture.
Families working together to educate the whole child. We give our best so they can grow to be their best and build better communities.
The Best In Beloit! 
Parent Managed
Affordable, high-quality childcare for Stateline area parents and their children.
Cooperative Childcare
Members are co-owners with rights to vote and attend meetings. Parents contribute and volunteer to reduce costs and improve quality of care.
Toddler Care
Center based model invites freedom, creativity, and curiosity in multi-aged classrooms, serving children aged 2.5 to 5.
Whole Child Philosophy
We educate and nurture the child socially, emotionally and cognitively to promote an independent and responsible citizen.
Health for the Body
To nurture the mind, the body must first be cared for. We follow a whole meal plan to give children the best start and the healthiest bodies.
Fresh Foods
Children are presented with wholesome food options in the morning, for lunch and at snack time in between.
Cooperative Mealtime
Children learn table manners and good habits through appreciation and assisting in clean-up.
Healthy Sweets
Healthy snacks start with wholesome ingredients and fresh fruits to fuel creativity and cooperative play.
Praise for Little Turtles Playhouse
I’m glad that my child is a Little Turtle, because he learns from his friends, comes home happy, is well cared for, nurtured, and challenged by the teachers, and is watched over by the parents of his friends.
My favorite thing about the Little Turtles’ Playhouse teachers is that they provide the kind of care I would provide for my daughter. Ms. Sarah holds my daughter when she eats and sleeps, because that’s the only way she’ll do either. I never thought that possible at a daycare.
You will not find a daycare like this everywhere- it is really extraordinary!
There is nothing more wonderful than having my son wave goodbye to me because he’s looking forward to to playing with his friends.
This month, my child learned at Little Turtles’ Playhouse Cooperative Child Care about where his food comes from. Book time has seen an increase in his animal books rather than his usual cars, trucks and trains repertoire!
I like that Ms. Sarah loves doing art projects with the children. She isn’t afraid to get messy in the name of creativity! I like that Ms. Jen loves singing with the children. I walked in the other day and found her leading an impromptu parade with musical instruments. Wonderful!
I love that the teachers provide opportunities to play outdoors, do art, and learn about the world we live in.
One of my favorite things about the LTP teachers is that they really get to know the kids that are in the daycare and are happy to discuss their development and well-being with the parents.
I’m proud of the Little Turtles cooperative community because we’re the first and only parent cooperative in Beloit. I’m glad that my child is a Little Turtle because I love working with other parents and teachers to provide the best care to our children.
I’m proud of the Little Turtles cooperative community because we are working together to create a learning environment for our children. It is so reassuring knowing that I have a stake and a voice in my child’s daily care.