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Frequently Asked Questions
Enrollment
Twelve weeks through six years.
Yes, subject to availability.
Yes. At enrollment, we require a $500 deposit, along with payment for your child's final two weeks of care.
Our two buildings are located just a few steps apart on Needham Street and follow the same program, philosophy, and daily routines. Classroom placement is based on each child's individual needs and development.
Hours & Schedule
8:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday, with early drop-off available from 7:00am.
Yes, from 7:00am, for $15 per day, arranged in advance.
Yes, on set days: Tuesday/Thursday for a two-day schedule, or Monday/Wednesday/Friday for three days.
When severe weather makes it unsafe to operate, we may close for the day. Families are notified as soon as possible. Days missed are not made up or credited.
Tuition & Payment
Rates are published on our tuition page, from $310 to $663 per week depending on age and schedule.
Meals, weekly music and art, daily gym and playground time, Brightwheel updates, and a written development review at least twice a year.
Early drop-off ($15/day), enrichment classes, and a 2.9% card processing fee (ACH is free).
Bi-weekly on Mondays, withdrawn automatically through Brightwheel.
Yes, tuition holds your child's space and is charged regardless of absences, holidays, illness, or closures.
Yes, a 5% discount on the oldest enrolled sibling's tuition.
Food
Yes, prepared daily and covered by tuition.
Yes, our chef is ServSafe certified.
We accommodate most dietary needs, though for severe or life-threatening allergies we ask parents to provide meals and snacks.
A Typical Day
Arrival and free play, breakfast, circle time, outdoor or gym time, lunch, rest, snack, enrichment or more outside time, then free play until pickup.
Every day the weather allows, on our playground or on walks around Newton Highlands.
The gym and playground are used by toddler, preschool, and Pre-K classes. Infants have their own space for floor time and go outside daily as weather permits.
Yes, we follow your child's pace and stay consistent with your approach at home.
Learning & Enrichment
Infants and toddlers build foundational skills through play. Preschool develops early academic skills through hands-on learning. Pre-K prepares children for kindergarten academically and socially.
Soccer Shots (toddler through Pre-K), Art in Motion and Tech Pals (preschool and Pre-K), taught on-site for an additional fee.
No, both are included in tuition for eligible age groups.
A written developmental review at least twice a year (three times for infants), plus regular teacher communication.
Safety & Security
Yes, licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
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