Licensed home child care agency · Mental-health focused, play-based care across Ottawa 613-404-2843enrol@littlelarks.ca
Ontario's network of licensed home daycares

Childhood, unplugged.

Licensed, Montessori-inspired home childcare focused on children's mental health. Children grow through play, hands-on activities and real human connection, and we discourage the use of TVs and tablets while they're in our care.

✓Licensed by the Ministry of Education ✓Background-checked, CPR-certified ✓Play first, screens discouraged
Photo: children with Montessori materials
6 children max
per home
Daily activity
reports
Play first,
screens discouraged
Our focus: children's mental health

Healthy minds grow through play

The early years are when children learn to understand their feelings, focus, and connect with others. That's why every Little Larks caregiver fills the day with activities and play, and why we discourage TVs, tablets and phones while children are in our care. Play and real connection come first.

Learning through playSensory bins, art, music, building and practical life activities every day.
Emotional supportCaregivers help children name their feelings, calm down and solve problems together.
Real connectionTalking, reading and playing together build language, empathy and friendships.
Outdoors every dayFresh air and active play, twice a day when the weather allows.
Photo: children exploring outdoors
What makes us unique

A one-of-a-kind community of trusted caregivers

Childcare is more than supervision. It's a nurturing relationship built on trust, care and shared values. Every caregiver in our network is handpicked, supported and celebrated for the heart they bring.

Montessori-style care

Independence, focus and curiosity.

  • Hands-on materials and child-led routines
  • Interactive environments that build confident personalities
  • Respectful, self-paced development

Mental-health focused

Active, sensory-based learning, with screens discouraged.

  • We choose caregivers who put play ahead of screens
  • Daily activity plans and play-based learning
  • Emotional support built into every day

Parenting-style matched

Matched by temperament, routines and family values.

  • Quiz-based matching: gentle, structured, bilingual and more
  • Suits neurodiverse kids, high-energy learners and shy toddlers
  • Better fit means longer-lasting care relationships
Childhood should be filled with laughter, curiosity and real human connection, not screens. Our caregivers help families raise children resilient enough for today's digital world.
Founder, Little Larks Licensed Childcare · PhD in Education (Canada), Master's (USA)
Why families choose Little Larks

Little details that make a big difference

Play first, screens discouraged

Play, creativity and emotional growth fill the day.

Mixed-age grouping

Older children lead, younger ones learn by watching.

Daily activity reports

See what your child explored, ate and enjoyed.

Certified caregivers

Police-checked and CPR and First Aid trained.

Real-time peace of mind

Video check-ins, secure messaging and GPS tracking.

Bilingual & cultural focus

English and French care that celebrates every family.

Parents say

Happy kids, relaxed parents

Little Larks taught my son to love exploring. No iPad needed!
SSarah M.Ottawa
My daughter still talks about the mud kitchen and the bug hunt! The Nature Playgroup was the best part of her week.
EEmma L.Kanata
It's rare to find childcare that aligns with our family's values. Little Larks is exactly what we needed.
MMichael D.Nepean
Our wedding day was stress-free, knowing the kids were having a blast in the play zone. Parents couldn't stop thanking us!
LLena & Arjun S.Orléans
Serving the greater Ottawa area

Licensed to operate across the City of Ottawa

Little Larks is licensed as a home child care agency by Ontario's Ministry of Education and the City of Ottawa. Our caregivers can welcome children in licensed homes right across the city, so parents can contribute fully to Ottawa's culture and economy.

Licensed by the Ministry of Education & the City of Ottawa
For families

Guides & policies

Earn rewards just by spreading the word

Refer a child to any Little Larks program. When they enrol for a longer stay, you receive a Starbucks gift card, and another one every year they renew. Friends, community members and employers are all welcome.

Parents of enrolled children are not eligible. Email enrol@littlelarks.ca or call 613-404-2843.
Refer a family

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