How the Seed was Planted
The Pea Pods Family Care Home/Babysitting Service concept was inspired by Kelly Betts (a new local to the area) in 2015 and developed by Chris and Michele Smith, and their adult children. They all have worked in Pre-schools, Child Care Homes, and struggled to find quality child care services for their own young children. The Smith’s home schooled their 6 children for 25 years, from pre-k through High School. Now these adult children are growing precious families of their own! The youngest four Smiths, during their high school years, grew up helping care for several small children in their home and have stayed close to those families to this day.
Seeing and recognizing the need for trusted child care services in the Durango, Pagosa Springs and Cortez area, Pea Pods was born. We all have a love for children and a passion for seeing them raised in a supportive atmosphere. Meet the Team to learn more about our excellent staff members who help make Pea Pods’ dream a reality.
Trusted Childcare in Pagosa Springs, CO
Pea Pod Nannies and sitters have the ability to care for your children whether it is at your home, a hotel, or at a vacation rental property, or tagging along on one of the many Colorado adventures with the whole family.
SWEET LITTLE PEAS THRIVING IN A POD
- Safety First
- Stimulating games & activities
- Nature Walks
- Rocky Mountain Themed Arts and Crafts
- Not just a nanny, a new Friend!
- Encourage atmosphere
- Group childcare for weddings and corporate events
- Weekend getaways for parents
Learn More About our Home Setting, High Standards, and Happy Spirits Commitment
Because we want you to focus on what’s important: the kids.
Pea Pods Code of Conduct
Pea Pods Nannies and Sitters Follow the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment. Pea Pods has on record a signed statement of commitment from every Nanny.
Core values
We have made a commitment to:
- Appreciate childhood as a unique and valuable stage of the human life cycle
- Base our work on knowledge of how children develop and learn
- Appreciate and support the bond between the child and family
- Recognize that children are best understood and supported in the context of family, culture, community, and society
- Respect the dignity, worth, and uniqueness of each individual (child, family member, and colleague)
- Respect diversity in children, families, and colleagues
- Recognize that children and adults achieve their full potential in the context of relationships that are based on trust and respect
