Growing Kids Learning Center on Eastport Centre Drive in Valparaiso—formerly Little U Academy—offers high-quality child care and early education for infants through school-age children. As part of the trusted Growing Kids family, we provide a safe, nurturing environment where children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder every day. Our programs include infant care, engaging toddler classrooms, enriching preschool learning, and before- and after-school care, plus exciting summer camps. With caring teachers, hands-on learning, and a focus on social, emotional, and academic development, families choose us for our commitment to helping children learn, play, and thrive.
Amelia, Angela, Theresa and Tamara are just the best with my three year old. I didn’t think he’d ever go potty and with their help he is now!
November 2025
My kids LOVE Growing Kids. Ms. Nicole, Ms. Amelia, Ms. Teresa, Ms Tamarah and Ms. Sophia (and every other teacher there) is so kind and thoughtful. My daughter left very prepared for Kindergarten.
January 2020
Both of my girls have been loved and cared for at Little U Academy. As a working mom, it means the world to me that they not only care for my children when I’m away, but they also teach and nurture them to become smart and kind little girls. I can’t recommend them enough!
