Privacy, professionalism and safe hands with teachers and care givers always on hand here at First Step. You won't see much when you peek in 'cause the windows are covered with curtains, both to create a controlled environment and ensure your child's privacy and safety. Once inside though, be prepared to be dazzled by the colors, toys and layout of this little baby haven. Serving all the neighboring communities including Belmont, Arlington and Waltham, it's not hard to see why so many people trust these consummate professionals. Stop in today and see for yourself.
In addition to daycare, First Path offers early-education opportunities that range from music and dance classes to field trips to Russian-language lessons. Outdoor play is offered for all age groups (except infants) and programs range from infant care to Pre-K. The website provides detailed explanations of the various programs, along with parent testimonials. Check, cash, and money order are accepted.
A nonprofit-operated child care center open since 1970, Communities United (also known in Watertown as Creative Start) runs programs for children up through kindergarten age.
This child care center is provides a staff of 10 teachers (not including Adrina Gobbi, the owner of the center), all of whom are licensed and certified in CPR/First Aid... your children are in safe hands here! The ratio of children to teachers is often even lower than the state requires, creating an atmosphere where everyone can be attended to and given the attention they deserve. Meals and snacks are provided -- but don't worry, peanuts and tree nuts are never included in the provisions. Activities include outdoor play time, naps and even yoga instruction!
Be sure to drop off before 9:30am. If you would like to "visit" your child online, you can sign in through a password-protected Web cam and check in on them.
Rates and holiday closings are available on the Web site.
Watertown Family Network offers parent-child home programs, to help parents be the best they can be for their up-to-4-year-old kids. The bright space is full of toys, books, and other amusements for the little ones, and services include arranging playdates and drop-in playtimes, teaching workshops on topics of use to parents, and just creating a supportive environment for new or stressed parents.
Stepping Stones strives to provide learning and growth opportunities to children ages one month to six years. Director Elizabeth Kelly has designed the center so that each child can feel successful while being challenged. She has handpicked the dedicated teachers on the staff, who help create the nurturing environment that serves as a second home to the children five days a week. Each certified staff member is educated in Early Childhood Development, certified in CPR and trained in First Aid.