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About Us
Our Story
Welcome to Tots N Toyland! We are a state-licensed preschool and childcare center serving children from birth through age 6. Our leadership team includes Erica Dorsey, our Administrator; Callie Dean, our Program Director; and Jacqueline Morales, our Assistant Program Director. Together, we bring decades of experience, professional knowledge, and a shared commitment to providing high-quality care in a safe, nurturing environment.
Erica is a former nationally registered EMT with expertise in child safety and life-saving techniques. She places a strong emphasis on prevention, preparation, and planning and holds a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in Preschool Early Childhood Education.
Callie, co-founder of Tots N Toyland and our Acting Program Director, plays an important role in guiding our daily operations and supporting our teaching team. She brings a strong foundation in childcare and holds multiple certifications in Early Childhood Education, including a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in Toddlers. Her leadership helps promote consistency in our classrooms, support our teachers, and maintain a positive, engaging environment for children and families.
Jackie, our Acting Assistant Program Director, is an experienced member of our leadership team who has been with Tots N Toyland since the center opened in 2018. She holds multiple certifications in Early Childhood Education and contributes to the daily coordination of our program, helping support staff, maintain classroom quality, and ensure that children receive attentive, dependable care.
Our leadership team is knowledgeable about childhood development and age-appropriate educational milestones. We are dedicated to making each child’s day meaningful, engaging, and enriching. Our team includes 12–14 dedicated teachers, each bringing unique experiences and perspectives to our center. All of our teachers are full-time childcare professionals who are committed to their work in early childhood education. This allows us to provide children with consistent caregivers, familiar routines, and dependable relationships throughout the day, every day. Rather than relying on part-time staff who may have other primary commitments, we prioritize a professional team focused on the care, development, and well-being of the children entrusted to us. We value every team member and recognize that our success depends on a shared passion for early childhood education and an unwavering commitment to the children in our care.
At Tots N Toyland, our core focus areas guide the care and education we provide every day:
² Building character and responsibility: We encourage children to become respectful, grounded, well-behaved, and productive members of their communities.
² Encouraging child-driven interests: We recognize that children learn best when they have opportunities to explore their curiosity, develop their interests, and take an active role in their learning.
² Maintaining a clean and safe environment: We prioritize children’s health and well-being through careful supervision, consistent safety practices, and a strong commitment to cleanliness.
² Keeping communication open and easy: We believe families should feel connected to their children’s day. We strive to make communication between parents and center staff frequent, convenient, and accessible throughout the day.
We are committed to making quality childcare accessible to children of all abilities. Through our ongoing partnership with The Speech and Language Center, we support an inclusive environment for children who receive speech or occupational therapy services. This partnership allows children to receive additional services while remaining in our care.
We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of your child’s early years. We look forward to building a strong partnership with your family and creating wonderful memories together!
Our Location - Conveniently located Daycare in Harrisonburg, VA
Tots N Toyland is conveniently located at 1634 Spring Port Drive, Rockingham, VA, just minutes from Interstate 81, Sentara RMH Medical Center, the Stone Spring Road bypass, and Port Republic Road. Our central location makes finding quality, affordable childcare near work, home, or your daily commute easy for busy families.
We proudly serve families seeking daycare and preschool in Harrisonburg, VA, and surrounding communities, including Elkton, Broadway, Timberville, Fort Defiance, Dayton, Bridgewater, Penn Laird, Grottoes, Weyers Cave, Mount Crawford, and McGaheysville. Many of these communities are approximately 15 minutes from our center, making Tots N Toyland a convenient choice for families throughout Rockingham County and the greater Harrisonburg area.
If you’re looking for a trusted local daycare, childcare center, or preschool near Harrisonburg, we invite you to visit Tots N Toyland and discover the difference quality care can make for your family.
Affordable, Safe & Exceptional Childcare
At Tots N Toyland, we believe every child deserves a clean, safe, nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive—at a price families can afford. We take pride in maintaining one of the cleanest childcare centers in town, providing transparent communication through Brightwheel, and upholding an excellent record with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) Child Care Licensing Program. We also believe quality childcare should be accessible to every family, which is why we participate in Virginia DSS Child Care Subsidy and the Mixed Delivery Grant to help eligible families with tuition assistance. When you choose Tots N Toyland, you’re choosing peace of mind, exceptional care, and a team that puts your child’s well-being first.