Childcare runs in the family.
Premium Care from a Mother Daughter team.
A warm, in-home daycare nestled in Post Falls Highlands neighborhood – run by a mother and daughter devoted to caring for little ones.
Now enrolling for September 2026 · Just 6 spots
About Us
Meet Miss Janie & Miss Carrie
We’re a mother and daughter, and childcare isn’t just our career, it’s our calling.
Miss Carrie and her husband Chad raised six children of her own and built a career in childcare along the way. She passed that love and that experience on to her oldest daughter, Miss Janie, who grew up helping care for her five younger siblings and then carried the tradition into her own professional career in childcare.
Now Miss Janie is opening her own daycare. And the best part? Miss Carrie, her mother, and Janie’s younger sisters all live in the home just beside the daycare, making Little Dala Daycare something truly rare: a neighborhood rooted in family, where the support system is not just close by but literally next door.
You will find Miss Carrie in and out throughout the day, providing oversight and a steady, experienced presence. She will be found baking in the kitchen, as she runs Dala Bakehouse, her own small-batch micro-bakery, right out of the daycare kitchen. Snack time is something special here. Miss Carrie bakes fresh Dala Bakehouse goods right in our kitchen for the kids to enjoy.
Two generations. One calling. Your child.
What We Offer
A structured, loving day
A calm, predictable rhythm for your child – and plenty of room to play, create, and grow.
Ages 18 months – 5 years
Snacks and Lunch provided
Full-time enrollment
Drop-ins welcome
Structured daily routine
Outdoor play time
Arts & crafts
Max 6 children — intentionally small
Our Home
A real home, built for little ones
Little Dala takes place in Miss Janie’s home – a warm, welcoming space in the quiet Highlands neighborhood of Post Falls. Kids aren’t in a facility; they’re in a home. That’s the whole point.
1653 N Havichur Loop
Post Falls, ID · Highlands neighborhood
Why Little Dala
Why families choose us
01
Mother & daughter
A generational legacy of childcare – Miss Carrie passed her career and her heart to Miss Janie.
02
A real home
Not a facility – a warm, lived-in home where kids feel comfortable and safe.
03
Intentionally small
Never more than 6 children – your child gets real attention.
04
Raised in a big family
Janie grew up the oldest of six – she knows how to care for little ones.
05
Flexible enrollment
Full-time spots and drop-off days available.
06
Neighborhood setting
Quiet, residential, and close to HWY 41 and I90 Intersection.
Enrollment
Accepting inquiries now
We’re opening September 1, 2026 and are accepting inquiries for our founding 6 families. Spots will fill quickly so reach out early to learn more or schedule a visit to our home.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When do you open?
August 31, 2026. Inquire now to reserve your spot.
What ages do you accept?
18 months through 5 years old.
How much time do kids spend outdoors?
We believe outdoor time is essential to childhood development. Weather permitting, we’re outside every day for fresh air, physical activity, and nature exploration.
Do you focus on foundational learning?
Absolutely. Each morning, Miss Janie leads a focused learning circle where children explore numbers, shapes, colors, and other foundational concepts suited to their ages and abilities.
What kind of snacks do you provide?
Snacks are part of our commitment to whole nutrition. Miss Carrie bakes fresh organic sourdough daily in our kitchen (Visit Dala Bakehouse), and we complement it with carefully chosen, mostly organic and non-GMO foods. Think real fruit, quality cheese, nuts, yogurt. We skip processed snacks entirely.
Do you offer drop-in days?
We offer both full-time slots and drop-in care. Drop-in families can book days as needed, pending availability. Drop-in rates are higher than full-time because spots cannot be held. We ask for advance notice when possible to plan activities and snacks. Contact us to check availability.
How many children do you accept?
A maximum of 6 fulltime enrolled children. We keep enrollment small on purpose.
Is this a home daycare?
Yes, Little Dala is run out of Miss Janie’s home in the Highlands. Kids are in a real, warm family environment every day.
Where are you located?
1653 N Havichur Loop, Post Falls in the Highlands neighborhood.