Our Story

Meet Ms. Tina and Ms. Emma — The Heart Behind Arvada Busy Bee Childcare

Both born and raised right here in Arvada, Colorado, Ms. Tina and Ms. Emma first met eight years ago while working at a corporate private preschool. They instantly connected over their shared passion and deep commitment to nurturing and educating young children.

Their early years in a large preschool setting gave them invaluable experience and formal training in early childhood education. From there, they transitioned into private nannying, where they were able to build more personal, one-on-one relationships with families. Experiencing both types of childcare settings opened their eyes to the benefits and challenges of each — and inspired them to create something better.

That vision became Arvada Busy Bee Childcare — a home-based environment where low teacher-to-child ratios allow for meaningful connections, flexibility allows for enriching field trips and outdoor experiences, and children are truly seen, supported, and celebrated.

With a combined 19 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and a well-rounded educational background, Ms. Tina and Ms. Emma have created one of the most sought-after in-home daycares in the area — a place where your child can grow, thrive, and feel at home.

Ms. Tina

Meet Ms. Tina (Kristina)
Ms. Tina is a dedicated, talented, and compassionate educator with over eleven years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. She is not only passionate about nurturing young minds but is also certified as a large center Director (Principal), bringing a high level of professionalism and leadership to our in-home program.

At Arvada Busy Bee Childcare, Ms. Tina pours her education, experience, and heart into the classroom every single day. She has a strong love for sensory play and thoughtfully incorporates it into weekly lesson plans to spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and support developmental growth.

One of Ms. Tina’s greatest passions is giving children the freedom to simply be children — safely exploring the world around them and creating meaningful, nature-based memories. As a proud Colorado native, she also loves leading exciting local field trips that help bring our educational themes to life and deepen the children’s understanding of the world around them.

Ms. Emma

Meet Ms. Emma
Ms. Emma began her career in Early Childhood Education nine years ago at a large corporate childcare center, where she quickly discovered her passion for working with young children. Over the past seven years, she has immersed herself in curriculum development, working closely with a large center's curriculum department and taking specialized courses and trainings to refine her expertise.

She is also a certified Conscious Discipline Coach, focusing on children's social-emotional development — helping little ones understand their feelings, build relationships, and navigate their world with confidence and empathy.

Ms. Emma is deeply committed to staying current with Colorado’s early education guidelines to ensure every child who graduates from Arvada Busy Bee Childcare is prepared not only academically, but socially and emotionally, for kindergarten and beyond.

With experience in both large educational settings and private nannying, Ms. Emma brings a thoughtful balance of structure, warmth, and individual attention to the Busy Bee classroom — creating a loving, supportive space where children thrive and make lasting memories.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Arvada Busy Bee Childcare – Program Highlights & Parent Information

  • Licensed & Certified
    Arvada Busy Bee Childcare is a fully licensed in-home daycare in Colorado. All providers and substitutes are current on CPR, First Aid, Standard Precautions, and all state-required Early Childhood Education (ECE) trainings.

  • Tuition Payments
    Tuition is due either on the 1st of each month or can be split between the 1st and the 15th, based on your preference.

  • Age Range & Enrollment
    We welcome children from 12 weeks old up to age 5 (until they are ready to transition into kindergarten), depending on current enrollment and availability.

  • Child Capacity
    Our average daily capacity is 10 children. However, we may care for up to 12 children in accordance with Colorado licensing regulations, based on the ages of enrolled children.

  • Emotional Development Focus
    We implement Conscious Discipline, a social-emotional learning approach developed by Dr. Becky Bailey, to support the emotional needs and development of each child.

  • Meals & Snacks
    Parents/guardians are asked to provide a nutritious, age-appropriate lunch daily. Arvada Busy Bee provides milk, as well as both morning and afternoon snacks.

  • No Hidden Costs
    We cover all classroom materials, supplies, and field trip fees — no surprise charges or hidden costs for families.

  • Year-Round Learning
    We are open year-round, offering two distinct programs: a school-year curriculum and a summer curriculum, both designed to meet the educational and emotional needs of all children.

  • Parent Communication App
    We use the Daily Connect app to keep families updated throughout the day with details on meals, toileting, activities, and your child’s learning progress.