Welcome to Frida’s Garden!
Frida’s Garden is an in-home, nature-based childcare program for children ages 2-4. Here, childhood isn’t rushed. We spend our days outside, getting messy, asking questions, and finding joy in the world and people around us.
Two years of Frida’s Garden.
Two years ago, the first kiddos walked through the doors of Frida’s Garden. This summer, they moved on to their next adventures.
Now, I’m looking forward to welcoming a new group of children beginning October 5th, 2026.
Frida’s Garden is a small, one-person childcare program, owned and operated by me, Lucie!
Learn about the heart of Frida’s Garden.
Take a look around and see how our environment invites play and exploration.
See what a typical day at Frida’s Garden feels like.
FAQs
What ages do you care for?
I care for children ages 2-4 years old.
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Do you provide meals and snacks?
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Yes! I provide lunch and two snacks each day, all vegetarian. A sample menu is provided to families before enrollment so you can get a sense of the kinds of foods I make for the kids. Our menu changes each week, and I send the upcoming menu to families the week before.
What makes Frida’s Garden different from a typical daycare/preschool?
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Frida’s Garden is intentionally small and intentionally slower-paced. With no more than four children at a time, we have the space to let children settle in, get comfortable, and really become part of the community. Rather than moving from one planned activity to the next, our days have room to unfold around the children’s interests, energy, and needs. Sometimes we spend hours outside exploring, sometimes we become completely absorbed in something happening in the backyard, and sometimes we simply slow down and enjoy being together.
I think there is a lot of value in giving children this kind of breathing room. Young children don't need to be constantly entertained or stimulated to have a meaningful day. They need time to play deeply, to be curious, to get bored and come up with something to do, and to become comfortable in their surroundings. When children aren't being rushed from one thing to the next, they have more opportunities to naturally settle in and really engage with what is happening around them.
Our small group also gives children the chance to build genuine relationships. When you spend your days with the same small group of children, you have time to really get to know one another. Children learn how to join a game, communicate what they want, work through disagreements, help each other, and develop friendships. These are real social skills that are difficult to manufacture through a planned activity. Here, they grow naturally through everyday experiences together.
Being in a home is another big part of what makes Frida’s Garden feel different. The space is clean and thoughtfully cared for, but it also feels like a home: warm, cozy, and lived-in. Children can settle into familiar routines, help with everyday things, make lunch, clean up, get dressed for the weather, and practice doing things for themselves. These ordinary moments are full of opportunities to build confidence and independence.
Ultimately, I want Frida’s Garden to feel less like a place where children are being kept busy and more like a place where they can actually live their childhood. There is plenty to do here, but there is also plenty of time to simply be a kid.
Does my child need to be up to date on vaccinations to enroll?
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Yes. Because Frida’s Garden is a small community, we all have a responsibility to look out for one another. Vaccinations are required to help keep the children and families in our community healthy.
Get in Touch
I’d love to hear from you.
Choosing childcare is a big decision, and I think it’s important that families have a chance to get to know me and learn more about Frida’s Garden before deciding if it feels like the right fit.
If you’re interested in joining our little community, fill out the form below and tell me a little about your family. I’ll get back to you with more information and next steps.