Chestnut Hill Preschools

The Transportation Children's Center, a non-profit child care facility, in downtown Boston, provides full day Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten Programs year round. Open to the general public, the center is available to children 3 months through age five. The center is open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with both part time and full time programs available. Every effort is made to keep tuition rates as low as possible while maintaining high quality services. The established and long-term professional staff hold degrees in early education and have extensive experience working with young children. The facility provides an outdoor roof-top play space, drop-off parking and is accessible by the MBTA.
Established since 1986 the center is NAEYC Accredited. The beautifully designed and well-equipped center provides a stimulating and nurturing environment which will enhance the children's self-esteem and future success in school. TCC has implemented the Creative Curriculum philosophy, a hands-on approach to learning and discovering where activities are planned to assure optimum growth and development of the whole child. Slots are filled on a first come, first served basis according to status on the wait list. Families are encouraged to visit the center and schedule a tour.

EEC License # 8114136

Peapod Daycare is a family child care service provider located in the Newton area serving children from 3 months to school age. We specialize in bilingual care (English and Mandarin).

SolBe is an early learning center that re-imagines traditional notions of child care and nursery school. Our name defines our purpose: "sol" from the Spanish word meaning sun and the English word "be", combining into a name meaning "to be full of light". Learning is not the filling of a cup, but the lighting of a fire.

We aim to create the highest quality early learning experiences through a seed-to-table nutrition program, thoughtfully designed facilities, especially-trained-for-this-work educators, and a school culture influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach integrated with Spanish immersion.

Your wellness and the wellness of your child shouldn't be a question of either/or. SolBe is an early learning center committed to yes/and. Our dynamic program continually adapts and improves as we nurture healthy, engaged lives for children and adults.

The SolBe educational philosophy is heavily influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach; we believe children to be competent and capable citizens of our society. As such, we are careful to craft experiences and learning opportunities based on what we observe about children. We constantly look for opportunities to scaffold children s learning, which encourages them to be active participants in their learning experiences. This means allowing children the freedom to play and explore on their own accord, and the educator taking a role as a guide instead of the traditional gatekeeper of knowledge.

Our educational philosophy also encompasses best practices related to language immersion education. We are a Spanish language immersion program, which means that our day-to-day activities happen in Spanish. We value bilingual learning- and the cognitive and social emotional benefits which bilingualism promotes.

Attention has been paid to the interactions between the physical learning environment and children, as well as how the environment impacts the interactions between educators and children. Our spaces have been intentionally designed to shift to the changing needs and emotions of the humans who use them. We re inspired by the Montessori method and its attention to beautiful home-like environments, which is reflected in our design.

Our seed-to-table nutrition program is another element of our educational philosophy. Research shows that when children are active participants in the growing and preparation of their food, they are more likely to try, and enjoy, new foods. Children participate in a food preparation task daily.

We are an inspired team of teachers with experience in public, private, and Montessori schools, who are thrilled to give your child the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive outdoors! Our programs spark curiosity, discovery, and a strong connection with nature.

We offer the following programs:
- Half-day preschool at the Arnold Arboretum (2.9 - 6 years)
- Full-day preschool at the Arnold Arboretum (2.9 - 6 years)
- Full-day toddler at the Arnold Arboretum (15 months - 2.9 years)
- Summer program at the Arnold Arboretum (2.9 - 10 years)

Coming in Fall 2020:
- Half-day preschool at Massachusetts Horticultural Society (Wellesley)
- Half-day preschool at Christopher Columbus Park (North End, Boston)

As a parent, grandparent and educator, I understand the position parents are in that have to work. You need a nurturing environment and a trusting person that will assist your child through developmental milestones as you would. I have been providing childcare from my home for the last 19 years. The environment is cozy, warm, and loving. Having a smaller group of children allows for individual attention throughout their developmental years, so that each child reaches their full potential in areas such as, small and gross motor skills, cognitive, social emotional, language/literacy. I am committed to working with your child(ren), so that he/she is reading and writing before entering school. I a certified infant/toddler/preschool teacher, I also have a CDA in child care and I am CPR/First Aid certified. The most satisfying part of my job is helping children learn and reach their potential. We engage in may activities such as, art/painting/coloring/writing, music/CD's/dancing/instrument playing, outdoor play attached play area/local playgrounds, dramatic play area, block/manipulative toys, play dough, reading and writing, tech area via tablets to support academics.

Surrounded by protected marshlands, our Dedham school offers a serene environment for your child to learn and grow among the peaceful views of nature. Affectionately called a Little Sprouts dream school, our Dedham space was designed with parents and children in mind. Featuring several amenities, such as a private nursing room and an indoor play space with a bicycle track, both you and your child will be excited to come to school every day.

Bright, sun-drenched classrooms will stimulate your child's mind, as cheerful colors and sounds of laughter create excitement for the day ahead. Your child will explore and play in our spacious classrooms, designed to inspire learning and discovery in every corner. Nestled next to the school, our private infant, toddler and preschool/pre-kindergarten playgrounds provide safe and fun areas for children to enjoy the outdoors.

- Offered by a professional in the field of Early Childhood Education
- BS in Human Development
- 24 years of experience in the field
- Licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care
- In a safe, well structure, and nurturing environment
- A family oriented environment with a great reputation
- Education and care for infants, toddlers and preschooler
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Convenient location
- A well-rounded curriculum for children based on their individual development that
supports language, social emotional and cognitive skills
- Large and safe outdoor play area for your child to develop gross motor and
social skills.
A MUCH MORE......

- PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES AVAILABLE

The Learning Tree, formerly known as The Wonder Years, is a fully licensed preschool and group daycare center established since 1997.

Our goal is to provide the best quality care for children ages 15 months to 6 years old. We do this by providing a caring, nurturing and safe educational environment. The Learning Tree Preschool is a home like environment where children are encouraged to develop at their own pace. We believe our program has achieved the proper balance between academics and play. We believe that children learn best from meaningful play. Our play based and academically structured, child centered program reflects the integration of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, language, self-help and aesthetic areas for the total development of the child. Meaningful play encourages curiosity, discovery and problem solving which allows individual growth and development of a positive self-image.

Join Cambridge's early childhood innovation center. Imagine a place where children are encouraged to make mistakes, two-year-olds are learning how to play the violin, and teachers are encouraging children to explore the limits of their potential.

Rock and Roll Daycare and Montessori Preschool is a music based early childhood innovation center for children ages 0-6. We seek to create an environment where children engage in planned and improvised musical activities everyday, enjoy the freedom of an extended Montessori work period each day, and where parents can observe their child's classroom from the convenience of their cell phone.

Children are encouraged to explore a specifically prepared, child sized environment at their own pace, while also participating in a range of music and arts based activities such as extended music classes every day with one of our five specialists, one-on-one private music lessons, monthly student performances, and bi-monthly professional concerts.

Now with three locations in East Cambridge, Lechmere, and Central Square, Rock and Roll Daycare is one of New England's fastest growing learning centers.

A family-run enterprise since 1946, Tartt's is an industry leader, recognized for our enriching programs, exemplary facilities and accomplished staff. Our philosophy is straightforward: we place the experiences of children and families at the center of our business.

Tartt's remains in demand without having to advertise. Our extensive alumni base, in addition to enthusiastic referrals and testimonials make child care openings at Tartt's among the most sought after in Boston.

Our programs have been designed to promote whole-child development. Activities focus on developing social interaction skills, cooperation with others, recognition of self and others, and language development. Languages taught at Tartts include: English, Spanish, and American Sign Language.

At Tartt's we understand that you are looking for caregivers that are happy, engaged and love children. You are looking for a clean well-managed facility and ultimately you are looking for your child to have a safe, nurturing educational experience.

Infants and toddlers will have daily opportunities to explore their sensory environment. Educators will introduce children to different sights, sounds, textures and sensations. Books, sensory tables, songs and smiles will fill your child's day.

Preschoolers at Tartt's will explore Language Arts, Math, Science and Technology.

All Tartt's Centers have Music programs provided by the Musician's Playground program and Dance provided by the Urbanity Dance Company.

Locations:
Tartt's SoWa (Opening October 2015)
477 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02118
Infants & Toddlers to age 2 years

Tartt's South End
495 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02118
617-426-4300
Infants, Toddlers & Preschool to age 4 years

Tartt's 1010
1010 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA 02118
617-442-9807
Infants, Toddlers & Preschool to age 5 years