Early Foundations Child Development Center

09/04/2026

After a random conversation it was brought to my attention that I just celebrated 6 years of being licensed and not 5 🙃Apparently I lost a whole year somewhere 🤦🏽‍♀️😂

Early Foundations has been officially licensed since 2020, which means we’re celebrating 6 years! 💛

Thank you to Tiffany for catching that because apparently I was just out here giving away a whole year 😅

09/04/2026

Early Foundations was recently named Daycare of the Year for Detroit, Michigan by Consumer Ratings Institute! As part of this recognition, a press release was published sharing more about our program and the work we do.

I’m so proud of how far we’ve come and excited to share our story. Take a moment to read and share!

Early Foundations Child Development Center Reimagines Early Childhood Education Posted on September 3, 2026 by admin DETROIT – September 3, 2026 – Early Foundations Child Development Center is an award-winning early childhood program based in Detroit, Michigan. Its relationship-centered, Montess...

08/29/2026

I’m still taking this one in.

I was recently recognized as one of the Top 20 Inspirational Women to Look Out For in 2026 and featured in New York Weekly Magazine, Women’s Herald, and Disruptors Magazine.

I’ve spent so many years in early childhood education, building Early Foundations, supporting families, advocating for children, and trying to change the way people view child care. I want people to see it for what it really is: important, skilled, meaningful work that lays the foundation for everything that comes after.

I don’t do any of this for recognition, but moments like this still mean a lot to me. Seeing my name, my face, and the work I’ve poured so much into being recognized in this way is still a little surreal.

I’m proud of how far I’ve come, grateful for the people who have supported me along the way, and excited for what’s still ahead.

New York Weekly Magazine
Women’s Herald
Disruptors Magazine

This one is special.

08/28/2026

I’m late but yesterday marked five years since Early Foundations Child Development Center officially became licensed.

When I look back over the last five years, I am just so grateful for how much we have grown. What started as a small in-home childcare program has grown into something so much bigger than I could have imagined.

I am thankful for every child and family who has trusted me, every staff member who has been part of the journey, and every lesson, milestone, opportunity, and recognition along the way.

I don’t usually toot my own horn, but today I am going to give myself a little credit. I am really proud of how much I have accomplished in just five years of business. There have been long days, challenges, sacrifices, lessons, and plenty of moments where I had to keep pushing, but seeing everything that has come from it makes me proud.

I am proud of what I have built. I am proud of how much I have grown. I am proud of the impact Early Foundations has made, and I am proud of me.

Five years officially licensed, and I truly feel like this is still just the beginning.

08/23/2026

I remember when Early Foundations had just 3 children enrolled. There was a time when I was only open 3 days a week because that was what my enrollment looked like.

Now, we are consistently full, often with a waitlist of almost 100 families. I typically only open enrollment once or twice a year, and when I do, those spaces are usually gone within days.

Detroit enrollment is officially CLOSED at 100% full-time enrollment! Anyone in early childhood knows just how meaningful 100% FTE really is.

I thank God for this season, for allowing me to do work that I truly love, for every family who has trusted me, and for every child I’ve had the opportunity to love on, teach, and care for. I am grateful, I am proud, and I know how hard I worked to get here.

And now, we’re building the next chapter of Early Foundations.

Livonia coming soon!

08/22/2026

Our Gardyn is THRIVING! I love being able to give the kids experiences like this right inside of our classroom. They get to actually watch our food grow, harvest it and learn where the foods we eat come from.

08/20/2026

I have been waiting to share this one because it is such a big deal for us.

Early Foundations Child Development Center is officially an NAEYC Recognized Early Learning Program!

If you are not in the early childhood field, you may not realize just how significant this is.

NAEYC, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, is one of the most respected organizations in early childhood education and is known for setting a very high standard for quality in our field.

So this is not just another certificate for us.

We have worked extremely hard to get here.

Our official recognition acknowledges Early Foundations for our commitment to quality and continuous improvement while serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

That means all of the things you may not always see behind the scenes, like the training, policies, classroom environments, curriculum decisions, family engagement, health and safety practices, professional development, and the constant evaluating and improving, matter.

And they matter because your children deserve that level of intention.

Thank you for trusting us with your babies and for growing with us.

This one feels really, really good! 🥹

07/30/2026

WE DID IT! 🏆

Early Foundations Child Development Center has officially been voted Best of Michigan 2026!

This honestly feels like a dream. This year has truly been our year, and I’m overwhelmed in the best way by the amount of love and recognition we’ve received.

I’ll be honest, I didn’t think my small in-home daycare could secure an honor like this. To now be able to say we are Best of Michigan is still a little hard for me to believe. 🤯

Knowing that less than 10% of Michigan businesses receive this recognition makes it even more special. I’m allowing myself to be proud of what we’ve created and how far we’ve come.

Thank you to everyone who voted for us and continues to support Early Foundations. To our families, thank you for trusting us with your babies. And to my staff, thank you for everything you pour into our children, our program, and into me. You have truly been such a huge support, especially during this season of growth, and I appreciate you more than you know.

I’m immensely grateful, incredibly proud, and still taking it all in.

We’re Best of Michigan 2026! 🏆🥹

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! 🙏

05/10/2023

Currently hiring for contingent (substitute) and part time caregiver or assistant caregiver. Must be able to pass background check. Shifts available 730 to 930 am and 330-530 pm mon- fri through end of school year (Flexible hours in summer) Rate of pay is dependent upon experience education and position. $12- $16 per hour. Serious inquiries please send resume to [email protected] or call (947)201-4533

05/28/2022

I must admit, these are some of my favorite conversations. 🥰

📸 Simon Cholland