When Louise Kristofferson opened her first in-home daycare more than a decade ago, she simply wanted to combine her training, her love for children, and her own experience as a mother. She didn’t expect to build one of central San Diego’s most respected early childhood programs — but that’s what happened, thanks to a vision rooted in consistency, nature, and thoughtful care. Today, her creation, , serves families across Hillcrest, Mission Valley, Linda Vista, University Heights, North Park, and Serra Mesa.

What sets them apart? “We focus more on socioemotional development and hugging and caring for the kids, than just ABCs and 123s,” Kristofferson says. “It’s more of a home environment.” The school offers home-cooked organic meals to help children develop a palate for healthier food, ce

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