6 weeks – 18 months
Infants
Gentle routines, responsive care, and lots of cuddles.
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Trusted downtown Pittsburgh childcare, since 1981.
Small World Early Learning & Development Centers offers warm, NAEYC-accredited care in downtown Pittsburgh, PA — infant through Pre-K programs, small groups, and a community families have trusted for over 40 years.
4.6★Google Rating
42Reviews
Licensed& inspected
NAEYC AccreditedKeystone STARS · Pre-K Counts
A downtown Pittsburgh home where every child is known by name.
We keep our groups small and our hearts open. Every day blends warm routines, hands-on discovery, and plenty of time to run, build, and imagine — right in the heart of Pittsburgh.
NAEYC Accredited Keystone STARS Pre-K Counts Family partnership
Thoughtful programs for every stage.
From first steps to kindergarten readiness, each program is designed around how children grow — staffed by experienced educators who love it.
18 months – 3 years
Toddlers
Movement, language, and joyful messy discovery.
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3 – 4 years
Preschool
Friendships, big questions, and growing independence.
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4 – 5 years
Pre-K
Confident, curious, and ready for kindergarten.
Learn more →We nurture more than milestones.
Children flourish when they feel safe, seen, and free to explore. Our approach balances warmth with intention across four areas of development.
Emotional security
Warm, consistent caregivers help every child feel safe enough to take brave new steps.
Social connection
Small groups build real friendships, sharing, empathy, and the give-and-take of play.
Curious minds
Open-ended materials and big questions spark problem-solving and a lifelong love of learning.
Healthy bodies
Daily active play, nourishing meals, and movement keep growing bodies and minds strong.
Rated 4.6★ by 42 Pittsburgh families on Google.
Pittsburgh families on Google 4.6★ · 42 reviews
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Tours run weekday mornings. Meet our teachers, peek into the classrooms, and feel what over 40 years of trusted care looks like.