A home type daycare for infants and toddlers. Serving the City of Scotts Valley since 1997. A pre-stepping stone into pre-school.
A home type daycare for infants and toddlers learning the A, B, C's and 1, 2, 3's. Learning to share with others, socialization skills and parent separation anxiety are some of the stepping stones we address in a loving and nurturing setting. Meals and snacks are served on a daily basis. For further information please check out www.inkirstenscare.com
01/13/2026
Opening soon: Two full‑time positions for children 2+ years starting May 11, 2026 ✨ Contact me for information or to reserve a spot.
🧡 Our days are filled with play, learning, and laughter — and we can’t wait to welcome new little ones into the In Kirsten’s Care family!
10/01/2025
Today marks 28 years since In Kirsten's Care first opened its doors. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of watching children take their first steps and grow into confident, curious individuals—while parents have grown alongside them. Family childcare has never been just supervision; it’s been partnership, consistency, and care rooted in home and community.
To the families and neighbors who’ve walked this journey with me: thank you. This milestone belongs to all of us. Here’s to the next chapter—guided by respect, reliability, and real connection.
With gratitude, Kirsten
❤️ Thank you for being part of it.
📍 Learn more at www.inkirstenscare.com
08/24/2025
07/09/2025
🎉 We’re Enrolling! 🎉
In Kirsten’s Care has proudly served Scotts Valley families for nearly 28 years — and we’re excited to welcome a few new little faces!
👶 Now accepting children ages 2 and up
🍽️ Healthy meals & snacks included
🕖 Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
🚗 Super convenient freeway access (North & South Hwy 17)
🧸 Drop-ins welcome if space allows
📍 Home-based care that feels like family
Interested? Come take a tour!
📞 Call (831) 439-8721
🌐 Visit: www.inkirstenscare.com
✨ Spots are limited — don’t miss out! ✨
10/01/2024
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Families and Community
As I reflect on the past 27 years of caring for your little ones, my heart is filled with gratitude. It has been an incredible journey, filled with laughter, growth, and countless cherished memories.
To the families who have trusted me with the care of their children, thank you for allowing me to be part of your lives. Your trust, support, and kindness have meant the world to me. Watching your children grow and thrive has been one of the greatest joys of my life.
To the Scotts Valley community and surrounding areas, I am deeply grateful for the continued support you've shown over the years. Your encouragement has helped build "In Kirsten's Care" into what it is today.
As we look forward to the future, I remain committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and loving environment for the children in our care. Here’s to many more years together!
With heartfelt appreciation,
Kirsten Hansen
In Kirsten's Care
www.inkirstenscare.com
08/05/2024
IMMEDIATE FULLTIME POSITION AVAILABLE
Child must be two years or older to apply. We are state-licensed and open Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, with an am snack, lunch, and dinner included. Enjoy easy freeway access to both NB and SB SR17. Proudly serving the City of Scotts Valley since 1997. For more information, visit www.inkirstenscare.com or call Kirsten today 831-439-8721 (landline) License #: 444406185.
10/02/2023
I am delighted to celebrate a significant milestone in my journey -26 years of providing exceptional childcare services to our wonderful community. It is with immense gratitude and pride that I reflect on this journey, and I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who has been part of this incredible 26-year adventure.
Thank you for entrusting me with the privilege of caring for your children. I am grateful for your support, and I look forward to many more years of serving our community and nurturing the bright futures of the children we cherish. Check out www.inkirstenscare.com for further information about our upcoming positions available in August of 2024!
10/13/2022
Dear Community: Wow! Twenty-five years is an incredible professional milestone. Nothing I do or say can express the gratitude, I have for all of my parents, I have served over the course of these years.
Thank you for allowing me to take care of your precious children (who a lot are not children anymore). It has been my honor and privilege to do so. Watching them grow, helping them, guiding them not only has been a fulfilling experience but also a challenging one. One, that I wouldn’t trade for the world. I can honestly say that I’ve never had the same day twice. I have been truly blessed with the wonderful parents of this community and beyond.
I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation on this occasion by thanking everyone who has been a part of this wonderful adventure with me. THANK YOU!
Thank you for having an interest for In Kirsten's Care. Currently all of our positions are full. Please feel free to check out our website www.inkirstenscare.com for latest position availability. Thank you for checking with us. ~Management.
WE ARE OPEN!
Dear Community: This is to inform you that In Kirsten's Care is very much open and always has been even through the Pandemic for essential workers. Google has it listed as temporarily closed which is not true. Submission to correct this error has been submitted but has not been resolved yet. In fact, we are celebrating our 25th year this year! Please visit our website www.inkirstenscare.com for further information. Thank you - Management.
IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME CHILDCARE OPENING.
Located in Scotts Valley with easy freeway access to NB and SB SR17. Food Nutrition Program, CPR/First Aid certified. Serving the City of Scotts Valley since 1997. Check out our website at www.inkirstenscare.com for further information.
| Monday | 7am - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 7am - 5:30pm |