Sunlit Montessori classroom with wooden shelves and natural learning materials

A small home where children are known and welcome

Tiny Disciples is a home-based program in Winfield, Kansas, with room for up to five children at a time.

Montessori guide observing a child at work with counting beads

2007The year our first Children's House opened its doors.

How we began

A small home built around each child

Tiny Disciples welcomes children into a real home, where days move at a gentle pace. Crystal Snouffer teaches a small group, so every child is seen, heard, and known by name by the same familiar person.

Eighteen years later, we've grown deliberately — never bigger than we can keep warm. Today we run five prepared environments across infancy to school-age, but the heart is unchanged: real materials, low ratios, and an abiding respect for the child.

We remain independently owned and educator-led. Decisions are made by people who know your child's name, not a distant chain.

What we believe

Care that respects the whole child

Small groups let us notice what each child needs, and respond with patience and warmth.

Independence

Children are encouraged to try things themselves, with a patient grown-up close by when they need a hand.

Focus

Unhurried time and a quiet home give children room to settle into play and stay with it.

Belonging

A small group feels like family, where children learn kindness, sharing, and how to care for others.

Wonder

Everyday moments at home become chances to ask questions, explore, and discover something new.

Safety & care

Calm spaces, careful attention

A peaceful home is also a safe one. With a small group, every child stays within sight and within reach of a caring adult throughout the day.

A watchful, caring adult Small group, close supervision all day Familiar faces daily Attention to every child Mindful, careful routines A true home setting

Questions are always welcome, and you can call or email us any time to ask about our program or arrange a visit.