Daydreams On Kearney (0-2)

A cozy house with a small front porch and a pathway leading to the front door, surrounded by lush green plants and trees, under a partly cloudy sky.

Infant and toddler care in Salem, Oregon for children ages 0–2.


Daydreams on Kearney provides calm, nurturing care for infants and young toddlers in a safe, home-like environment. Our program focuses on comfort, routine, early development, and close caregiver attention during the most important early years.

A colorful children's playroom with toys, books, and storage bins, decorated with moon and cloud wall art, and with a child-safe gate. There are shelves filled with toys, a small playhouse, and artwork on the walls.
 

Find Us

Near Downtown Salem

435 Kearney St. SE

Salem, OR 97302

Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–6pm

Phone
(503) 508-7881

A young child with curly hair and a bright expression sitting outdoors, wearing a black quilted vest over a gray long-sleeve shirt, surrounded by greenery.
A young boy with blonde hair smiling, sitting outdoors in a red stroller, wearing a beige shirt with a dinosaur graphic and a camouflage jacket, with a grassy area and trees in the background.
A young boy with red hair, wearing a black long-sleeve shirt with colorful text and a dinosaur graphic, is sitting on a black carpeted floor indoors, holding toys in both hands, smiling at the camera, with a blue plastic play structure in the backgro
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A happy baby girl with blue eyes and a big smile, sitting in a red swing or seat outdoors, wearing a light-colored hoodie with colorful prints and light pink pants.
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A smiling toddler with dark hair and blue eyes sitting in a red outdoor swing, wearing a light blue outfit, with a hand helping to secure the harness.
A young girl with blonde hair in a ponytail, smiling and making a peace sign with her right hand, sitting outdoors at a green table.
A smiling baby sitting on an adult's lap, with a baby gate and blue chair in the background.
A smiling young child sitting in a green and black stroller, wearing a white knit hat, a white fluffy scarf, and a blue patterned snowsuit.
A smiling baby sitting in a red stroller outdoors, wearing a light-colored jacket with a colorful pattern and a striped bow tie, with other children visible in the background.
  • Close-up of a young child sitting at a small table, playing with a rainbow-colored xylophone. The child has blonde hair and is wearing a white shirt with pink and green floral embroidery.

    What We Focus On

    Infant and toddler care

    Safe, consistent routines

    Feeding, rest, and comfort

    Sensory play and movement

    Early social development

    Gentle caregiver attention

  • A woman and a young girl playing with colorful building blocks on a cozy rug in a living room.

    What a Day Looks Like

    Warm greetings and settling in

    Feeding, naps, and diapering

    Floor play and exploration

    Songs, books, and simple activities

    Outdoor time when appropriate

    Gentle transitions throughout the day

  • Arrangement of colorful wooden toy vehicles resembling construction and emergency vehicles, each with a small wooden character inside, on a display table.

    Learning & Development

    At this age, children learn through trust, movement, sound, touch, and daily interaction. Our caregivers support early development through simple routines, responsive care, sensory play, music, books, and age-appropriate exploration.

  • An engaged couple holding their newborn baby, touching foreheads and smiling softly.

    Why Families Choose Us

    Calm infant-focused environment

    Small, attentive care setting

    Consistent daily routines

    Experienced caregivers

    Safe, nurturing atmosphere

    Conveniently located near our other Salem programs

Ready to Visit Daydreams on Kearney?

Schedule a tour, ask about current openings, or contact us to see whether this program is the right fit for your child.