A licensed learning center in West Frankfort where babies are held, toddlers are heard, and Pre-K kids leave ready — and excited — for kindergarten.
Small classes, consistent teachers, and a daily note home — every single day.
6 weeks – 15 months
Cuddles, tummy time, songs, and feeding and naps on your baby's own schedule — logged in the parent app in real time.
Teacher ratio 1 : 415 months – 3 years
First words, first friends, and lots of wiggles — sensory play, picture books, and gentle routines that build independence.
Teacher ratio 1 : 53 – 5 years
Letters, numbers, science at the discovery table, and kindergarten-readiness skills practiced through play, not worksheets.
Teacher ratio 1 : 10| Program | Schedule | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Infants & Toddlers | Full-time, Mon–Fri | $185 / week |
| Infants & Toddlers | Part-time, 3 days | $120 / week |
| Pre-K (3–5 yrs) | Full-time, Mon–Fri | $165 / week |
| After-School Care | School days to 5:30p | $65 / week |
Meals, snacks, and app access included. Sibling discount 10%. No registration fee for waitlist families.
Little Acorns was founded by two former elementary teachers who wanted care they'd trust for their own grandbabies. Fourteen years on, many of our first acorns come back as high-school helpers in the summer — which tells you most of what you need to know.
“I cried the first drop-off. By day three I was checking the camera app just to smile — she was dancing. The daily notes saved my sanity.”
— Jenna P., West Frankfort“First-time parents, a thousand questions. They answered every one without making us feel silly. Our son runs in without looking back now.”
— Marcus B., Benton“Pre-K here meant kindergarten was easy. She knew her letters, how to line up, how to ask a teacher for help. So grateful.”
— Alisha N., Christopher603 W Oak Street
West Frankfort, IL 62896
Fenced lot off the alley
Monday – Friday
6:30a – 5:30p
Closed major holidays
(618) 555-0163
hello@littleacornswf.example
Tours Tue & Thu mornings