Where Every Child Feels at Home
For over 25 years, families in Mount Horeb have trusted Hearts & Hands to nurture their children in a safe, joyful environment that builds confidence, friendships, and a lifelong love of learning.
25+ Years
Serving Mount Horeb Area Families
Best of Madison
Gold Winner — 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2025
Ages 6 Weeks – 11 Years
Infants Through School Age
More Than a Daycare — A Second Home
At Hearts & Hands Children's Center, we believe every child deserves a place where they feel safe, valued, and excited to grow. Our state-licensed center in Mount Horeb provides a nurturing environment where children build self-confidence, develop social skills, and discover the joy of learning through play.
From our cozy infant rooms to our active school-age program, every space at Hearts & Hands is designed with your child in mind. Our experienced, passionate educators treat each child like family — because here, they are.
Hear From Our Families
“I can't say enough good things about Hearts and Hands. They have excellent management and great teachers and staff. They have a very positive and welcoming environment. Our kids have been going here for close to a year and they love it!”
— Gagan L
“Absolutely amazing!!! Staff genuinely cares about the kids. Communication is clear and they respond quickly to questions and/or issues. We love this place!”
— Jennifer L.
“It meant the world to us knowing how much our babies were loved and they truly got the best care possible! Hearts and Hands is a magical place top to bottom and we appreciate you so much.”
— Lauren M.
“Your kindness and patience did not go unnoticed. We cannot express how much we have loved our time at Hearts and Hands. You have truly made us feel like family.”
— Brian B.
Programs for Every Stage
From first steps to first grade and beyond, our age-specific programs meet your child exactly where they are.
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6 weeks – 2 years
A warm, responsive environment filled with holding, rocking, singing, and exploring. Your little one will be nurtured every step of the way.
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2 – 5 years
Hands-on activities that foster physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development. Building the whole child through purposeful play.
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4-year-old kindergarten
In partnership with the Mount Horeb Area School District, our 4K program focuses on social, emotional, and early academic skills with a DPI-licensed teacher in the classroom.
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5 – 11 years
Before- and after-school care that keeps older kids engaged with cooperative play, creative projects, and problem-solving activities in a supportive community.
Why Families Choose Hearts & Hands
Experienced, Caring Staff
Our educators are more than qualified — they're passionate. Many have been part of the Hearts & Hands family for years, building lasting relationships with the children they serve.
Play-Based Curriculum
Children learn best when they're engaged and having fun. Our curriculum is designed around purposeful play that develops the whole child — mind, body, and heart.
A Community You Can Trust
Nationally accredited and a four-time Best of Madison Gold winner, Hearts & Hands is a place where families feel welcome and children thrive. We've been a cornerstone of the Mount Horeb community since 1996.
"You've taught our children their alphabet, how to count, how to dress themselves, how to share and how to be good friends. Because of all you did, they thrived.
Their best friendships started within your walls and those bonds have remained strong. We met some of our best friends there, too!"
— Myers Family
Ready to Join the Hearts & Hands Family?
We'd love to show you what makes Hearts & Hands special. Schedule a tour to visit our center, meet our team, and see our classrooms in action. Spots fill quickly, but there's never a fee to join our waitlist.