Programs & Care
Childcare programs for every stage of little
From first bottles to backpacks, In His Care serves children 6 weeks through 5 years — plus before & after school care — all in one loving home with a familiar caregiver and meals included.
little hands, big ideas
One home, every age
Our programs
One nurturing home and a familiar caregiver mean the transitions between stages are gentle — your child grows up known, not passed from room to room. Get to know Michelle and our licensed home.
Infant Care
Gentle, unhurried care for the littlest ones — safe arms, calm routines, and plenty of snuggles. In a small family home, babies get responsive, one-on-one attention and a caregiver who learns their cues.
Early Learners & Preschool
Bible-based lessons and playful, purposeful learning that gets little ones truly ready for kindergarten. Our days follow Arkansas early-childhood standards, and families often tell us their children arrived at kindergarten prepared and confident.
- Purposeful play, art, stories, and hands-on discovery
- Bible-based curriculum woven through the day
- Kindergarten-readiness that parents mention in their reviews
Before & After School Care
A safe, familiar place before the first bell and after the bus — with breakfast or a snack, a hand with homework, and room to play. For families with children in the Garfield area, it's a steady, caring landing spot on both ends of the school day.
And when school is out — teacher in-service days, breaks, or a snow day — ask about drop-in care to cover the gap without a full-time commitment.
Full-Time, Part-Time & Drop-In
We offer full-time and part-time openings to fit your family — plus drop-in care when space permits, scheduled up to one week in advance. Whatever your rhythm, call and we'll find a schedule that works — here's how enrollment works.
Breakfast, lunch & snacks — provided every day
Nourishing meals are part of the day here — included on drop-in days too — so little ones stay fueled for learning and play. And every now and then, food becomes the lesson itself: the children help pick out seeds, plant a garden, and grow their own food.
We go on field trips
Little trips. Big conversations.
“When the children see the bus in the driveway, they know they're going somewhere. They start talking about the bus — and it brings lots of conversations about where we're going.”
Learning doesn't stop at the front door. A ride on the bus turns an ordinary morning into an adventure — sparking anticipation, questions, and curiosity long before they arrive. From indoor play places to hands-on outings, children experience the world together and come home with stories to tell.
Need care without a full schedule?
Drop-in care, close to home
Occasional and part-time care in the same loving home, when space permits — a rare option in our rural area.
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Program questions
What ages do you care for — do you take infants as young as 6 weeks?
Yes. We care for infants from 6 weeks through age 5, and we also offer before & after school care for school-age children.
Do you offer preschool / pre-K to get my child ready for kindergarten?
Yes. Our Bible-based, play-and-purpose learning follows Arkansas early-childhood standards and is designed to get little ones genuinely ready for kindergarten — something families mention often in their reviews.
Do you provide before and after school care?
Yes — we offer a safe, familiar place before the first bell and after the bus, with snacks, homework help, and room to play.
Are meals and snacks included?
Yes — breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided each day, so children stay nourished and ready to learn and play.
Do children go on field trips, and how do you keep them safe?
We do! Field trip days bring real excitement — from indoor play places to hands-on outings. Children ride together in safety seats on our bus, and the adventures spark curiosity and conversation.
Find the right fit for your child.
Tell us your child's age and your schedule — we'll walk you through the options on a quick call or tour.
Just need a day here and there? Drop-in care →