How Our Story Began
Leapin’ Lillies Daycare was founded by Amanda in November 2011 with a purpose that was deeply personal. After watching her son battle illness throughout much of his childhood, Amanda wanted a way to care for her family while also making a difference in the lives of other children. Her experiences taught her how important love, support, and understanding can be during a child’s formative years.
She also knew what it felt like to grow up without always feeling valued. That experience became the foundation of Leapin’ Lillies. Amanda’s goal was to create a place where every child would feel welcomed, cared for, and important. A place where children could learn, play, grow, and know they mattered. More than a decade later, that mission continues to guide every decision we make.
What Makes Leapin’ Lillies Different
At Leapin’ Lillies, we treat every child like they are our own. Families often tell us that they feel the difference the moment they walk through our doors. We are straightforward, honest, and deeply empathetic because we understand how important trust is when choosing childcare. Rather than viewing families as customers, we view them as part of our extended daycare family.
Our Values Guide Everything We Do →
- We Lead With Kindness: Every child deserves patience, understanding, and encouragement.
- We Treat Others How We Want to Be Treated: Respect, honesty, and compassion shape every interaction with children, parents, and team members.
- We Take Responsibility: When challenges arise, we communicate openly and work together to find solutions.
- We Create a Supportive Environment: We strive to build a place where both children and staff feel appreciated, respected, and valued.
- Safety & Professional Development Matter: Parents trust us with what matters most to them.
That is why safety and ongoing education remain priorities at both of our locations.
Every Team Member →
- Holds CPR and First Aid certification
- Has successfully passed thorough background checks
- Participates in continuing education opportunities
- Takes part in the Idaho Stars program
We believe learning never stops, especially when it comes to providing exceptional care for children.
Meet Our Caring Teams
One of the things that makes Leapin’ Lillies special is our incredible team.
Across both locations, we have caring professionals who bring unique personalities, life experiences, and a shared passion for helping children grow.
Our Filer Team →
Amanda leads with a deeply personal mission: ensuring no child feels unwanted or unloved. Alongside Amanda are dedicated team members including Aali, Kassie, Jurnee, and Jamie. Together, they bring years of childcare experience, parenting knowledge, creativity, patience, and a genuine love for working with children. From managing busy households to raising their own families, they understand the importance of creating a nurturing environment where children feel secure and supported.
Our Twin Falls Team →
Our Twin Falls location is led by an equally dedicated group of caregivers. Jordan brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a love for watching children learn and grow. Jakinzee has cared for children since she was young and believes every child deserves to feel loved, comfortable, valued, and cared for like family. Brianna focuses on creating a true home-away-from-home environment where children are surrounded by patience, laughter, encouragement, and genuine care.
As a mom of four, I have plenty of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages. I’m a warm, dependable, and caring person who loves helping others and making kids feel safe, happy, and valued. I enjoy the outdoors and believe in learning through play, exploration, and everyday experiences. I strive to create a nurturing environment where children can grow, have fun, and feel right at home.
Together, both teams share one common goal: helping every child succeed.
Serving Families Across the Magic Valley
For more than 15 years, we have proudly served families in Filer and surrounding communities. Since opening our Twin Falls location, we have quickly become a trusted childcare option for families throughout the Magic Valley.
Many of the families we serve are working parents looking for dependable full-time childcare they can trust. They need more than supervision. They need a caring environment where their children feel safe, happy, and supported. That is exactly what we strive to provide every day. Many of our new families come through referrals from parents who have experienced firsthand the level of care we provide. We consider that trust one of our greatest accomplishments.
Frequently Asked Questions
We provide childcare services for infants, toddlers, and young children, helping them learn and grow through every stage of early development.
Yes. All team members are CPR and First Aid certified, have completed background checks, and participate in ongoing professional development.
Yes. We have locations in both Filer and Twin Falls, allowing us to serve families throughout the Magic Valley.
We focus on creating a genuine family atmosphere where every child feels loved, valued, and supported while receiving quality care and early learning opportunities.
The best first step is to call us or schedule a tour. We would love to meet your family, answer your questions, and show you around our center.
