Our story began in 2025

A place where children feel free to play, learn and belong.

Little Minds creates warm, engaging experiences where childhood friendship, joyful learning and family connection can grow side by side.

Our story & mission

Created for meaningful childhood moments

Little Minds opened its doors to the public in 2025 with a simple purpose: to create a welcoming place where children can spend time together, explore new ideas and have fun in an environment designed with their development in mind.

We specialize in positive social experiences for young children and in creating an atmosphere where learning feels playful, relationships form naturally and every family feels welcome.

Our mission is to nurture curiosity, confidence and connection through experiences that honor the joy of childhood.

Play

Children discover their world through movement, imagination and hands-on exploration.

Learn

Thoughtful activities encourage curiosity, creativity and age-appropriate development.

Connect

Shared experiences help children build friendships while families become part of a caring community.

Angélica Pineda, owner of Little Minds
Owner & Child Development Advocate
Meet our founder

Angélica Pineda

Psychologist · Master’s Degree in Child Psychology

Angélica brings her academic background in psychology and child psychology to the heart of Little Minds. Her vision is to offer children a place where play supports healthy development and families can feel comfortable, included and connected.

Every Little Minds experience is shaped by respect for each child’s individuality, the importance of positive social interaction and the belief that learning is most powerful when children feel safe enough to explore.

Our commitment to families

A space designed with care

Trust is built through clear expectations, attentive care and a shared commitment to children’s well-being.

Cleanliness

We maintain an orderly, welcoming environment and follow consistent cleaning practices for shared spaces and play materials.

Safety

Our space and activities are thoughtfully organized to support age-appropriate play and responsible use of equipment.

Active Supervision

Parents or guardians remain responsible for actively supervising their children throughout their visit.

Family Participation

Adult participation is part of the Little Minds experience, helping children feel supported as they explore and connect.

Please note: Little Minds is a family participation space and does not provide drop-off childcare unless a specific program explicitly states otherwise.

Everyone has a place here

Inclusion makes our community stronger

Little Minds welcomes families from different cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. We encourage children to be curious about one another, practice kindness and discover the joy of sharing space with people who may speak, play or experience the world differently.

We believe positive coexistence begins in childhood. By modeling respect, empathy and cooperation, we help create an environment where every child can feel seen and valued.

  • Belonging

    Every family deserves a warm welcome.

  • Kindness

    Gentle guidance helps children learn to care for others.

  • Cultural openness

    Differences give us more ways to learn and connect.

  • Respect

    Each child’s pace, personality and voice matter.

Come play with us

Find Little Minds

We are located in Dayton, Kentucky, just across the Ohio River from Cincinnati.

Little Minds

511 Dayton Ave
Dayton, KY 41074
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