Georgia Family Child Care Learning Home

Where little learners grow big confidence

A warm, structured learning home in DeKalb County focused on early academics, social skills, and joyful routines for children ages 5 weeks to 5+ years.

Ms. Alexis Patterson
Ms. Alexis Patterson 7+ years of child care experience
Children learning at Love Bugs
6 or fewer children for individual attention

Our Approach

Play-based learning with intentional education

At Love Bugs Learning Home, children thrive in a small-group environment where they're known, supported, and encouraged every day. Ms. Alexis blends play-based learning with intentional early education.

Building Skills That Matter

What children learn at Love Bugs

📖Early literacy & language (letters, sounds, vocabulary, storytelling)
🔢Early math & thinking (counting, patterns, problem-solving)
💚Social-emotional growth (sharing, empathy, self-control, confidence)
🎒Kindergarten readiness habits (routines, listening, independence)
🌟Ages 5+: After-school learning retention and cool down

Why Choose Us

What makes Love Bugs different?

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Small-group care with big individual attention

Children aren't "one of many." We take time to understand each child's personality, learning style, and needs.

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Balanced day: learning + play + rest

A predictable routine helps children feel safe, calm, and ready to learn throughout the day.

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Social development is part of the curriculum

We model kindness, coach problem-solving, and teach children how to be great friends.

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Family partnership & communication

Parents deserve clear updates, consistent routines, and trust. We keep you informed every step of the way.

Our Space

A peek inside Love Bugs

See the warm, nurturing environment where children learn, play, and grow every day.

Daily Routine

A day at Love Bugs

We customize routines by age and developmental stage to ensure every child gets what they need.

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Arrival & Morning Welcome

Warm greetings and transition time to start the day right

Circle Time

Songs, calendar, stories, and early literacy activities

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Learning Centers

Fine motor, art, sensory, and pretend play stations

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Snack / Mealtime

Nutritious meals and social dining experience

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Outdoor Play / Movement

Active play and gross motor development

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Quiet Time / Rest

Restful period for growing minds and bodies

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Hands-on Learning

Numbers, letters, shapes, and science exploration

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Afternoon Pick-Up & Wrap-Up

Review of the day and happy farewells

Getting Started

Enrollment at a glance

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LocationDecatur/Snapfinger, DeKalb County, GA
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Program TypeGeorgia Family Child Care Learning Home (FCCLH)
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Capacity6 or fewer children
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Ages Served5 weeks – 5+ years
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MealsBreakfast, Lunch, PM Snack (provided at a fee, upon request)
Day Care HoursWeekdays: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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After-School CareWeekdays: 5:00 AM – 8:00 AM & 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Overnight CareWeekdays: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Weekends upon request

Interested in enrollment?

Schedule a tour and we'll walk you through openings, tuition, and what your child's first week will look like.