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Reggio Emilia-Inspired Preschool & Child Care in Franklin, TN
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool® of Franklin is locally owned and operated by the Montgomery family. It opened in 2017 and was the first Little Sunshine’s Playhouse in the Nashville metro. The school is located in the east part of Franklin across the street from the Publix in McKay’s Mill.
Our all-inclusive, private preschool program provides educational child care to children ages 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten in the Franklin, Nashville, Brentwood, Nolansville, Thompson Station, and Spring Hill communities.
In order to cater to your family’s unique child care needs, we offer a variety of schedule options, which are M-F, MWF and Tues./Thurs. Our monthly tuition rates include: formula, wipes, baby food, breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, and extracurricular activities.
Our Leadership Team
Ms. Sarah
Program Director
Hello! My name is Sarah, and I am your Program Director at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse in Franklin, Tennessee. My career with Little Sunshine’s Playhouse began as an early preschool assistant teacher in 2014 at Little Sunshine’s located in University City, Missouri. I quickly fell in love with Little Sunshine’s mission and the wonderful family environment that was created. After spending a year and a half as both an assistant and lead with my wonderful two-year-olds, I was given the opportunity to become a Head Teacher overseeing first the infants and toddlers and then shifting to the older preschool unit. After more than three years with LSP, I showed interest in moving to Franklin to help open another school and was offered the Assistant Director position, which I happily accepted.
I spent a year in that role building relationships with teachers and families and watching LSP Franklin flourish. I am so excited to continue my journey with Little Sunshine’s as the program director in Franklin. It is such an honor to serve our families and be a part of this community.
Ms. Tessa
Assistant director
Hello, my name is Tessa, and I am your Assistant Director at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool® in Franklin, TN. I started at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse in February of 2018 as a Lead Toddler Teacher, where I spent 10 months before being promoted to Head Teacher. Shortly after, I was thrilled to accept the Assistant Director position.
I grew up in New Zealand in a beautiful beach town with a wonderful family and community around me and have always been drawn to and inspired by young children. From a very young age, I’ve known I would always work with children, and my passion for early childhood education and families has been evident throughout my life. I went to University in New Zealand and received my CDA in early childhood education. After working in a handful of preschools and nannying, I moved to the United States. When I discovered Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, my heart was filled. I have been very honored to be a part of the team in Franklin, TN.
I truly believe every child has the right to be heard, nurtured, loved and I enjoy creating a nurturing environment here at LSP for all of the beautiful children while cultivating relationships within the community and among families. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Mr. Lakin
Business Services Manager
Hello, my name is Lakin, and I am the Business Services Manager at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool® in Franklin, Tennessee. I made the move from Missouri to begin my journey with LSP Franklin in March of 2020. I have a degree in Business Administration, and I have several years of experience in a leadership capacity.
Growing up in Lamar, Missouri, I got to experience the small-town atmosphere while being surrounded by such a great family and an amazing community. I love serving and interacting with people, and it’s my passion to lead with a team-oriented and servant mindset. I’ve also always had a soft heart for children, and getting to know the families in Franklin has been such a joy.
When I’m not enjoying time at the school, you’ll find me doing things outdoors, playing recreational sports, and exploring all of the awesome things the Nashville area has to offer.
The LSP Franklin family has become a second family to me, and I’m so excited to have joined this team! I look forward to getting to meet your family.
What Makes Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool® so Special?
It’s all About our Families.
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, we are committed to providing you the highest quality of communication, security, and innovative conveniences through our Distinctive Services so you can take comfort in knowing your child is in the very best care.
LuvNotes®
Daily communication from your child’s teacher about their daily adventures
Red Carpet Service™
Convenient morning drop off service during your morning rush
Chef Prepared Meals
Well-researched, nutritious menus for active, growing little ones
Double-Secured Entry
Strictly-enforced security putting parents minds at ease
Our Proprietary Reggio Emilia-Inspired Curriculum
Creatively Shine®
Our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine®, is based on the latest research and trends to prepare your children for their educational careers equipping them with cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and language skills.
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool® we believe that a child’s work is play. We teach children age-appropriate lessons, manners, and social skills all through creative and purposeful play. We believe that if children enjoy learning at a young age it will carry with them throughout their lives.
Each month we have original projects, provide each classroom with new materials that reflect the monthly theme and provide related activities to support the individual concepts of the “whole child.”
