Little Bears PreSchool

Little Bears was founded out of love Cindy Cromwell founded Little Bears in 1987 she wanted a place where children could feel loved while learning Where parents could go to work with piece of mind that their child would be loved as if they were being cared for by Grandma for the day and yet still be learning A place where learning was extended outside of the classroom for young minds to explore Being raised on a farm down the street from Little Bears Cindy love to appreciate nature and wanted to share that love with children by purchasing a large track of land to start Little Bears Over the past 25 years Little Bears has changed from a small remodeled farm house to five buildings designed to house each age group But one thing has always stayed true the love for children and learning Many of our Little Bears childrens parents attended Little Bears when they were small and remember the same loving staff members that are still at Little Bears today Many of Little Bears graduates still stay in contact and have gone on to become many things many are now teachers nurses firemen lawyers police officers doctors and even a drummer in a national band Many stop by or email to reminisce about

Little Bears PreSchool in Memphis, Tennessee is a longtime education and learning option with deep roots in community and care. Founded in 1987 by Cindy Cromwell, Little Bears began with a simple goal: to create a place where children feel loved while learning, and where parents can go to work with peace of mind knowing their child is cared for in a warm, “as if Grandma were watching” way. From the start, the school emphasized extending learning beyond the classroom so young minds can explore and grow. Inspired by Cindy’s love of nature—she was raised on a farm nearby—Little Bears is tied to a legacy of bringing the outdoor world into children’s experiences, supported by the purchase of a large track of land. Over the past 25 years, Little Bears has grown from a small remodeled farmhouse into five buildings designed to serve each age group, while keeping the same heart for children and learning at its core. Many families in Memphis and beyond include parents who attended Little Bears themselves, with some of the same loving staff members still part of the preschool today. Graduates often stay connected and reflect on how early experiences helped them go on to meaningful careers—including teachers, nurses, firefighters, lawyers, police officers, doctors—and even a drummer in a national band. For families seeking a preschool with a strong history, a caring culture, and a community that remembers, Little Bears offers a welcoming start for the next generation.