The purpose of this booklet is to assist the families of young children in
Duxbury and surrounding areas. We suggest you use the given referral
numbers as well as local newspapers, yellow pages and other sources to keep
your information up to date. All of the following is public information and is not
presented with any personal recommendation from the Duxbury Community
Partnerships for Children Council. We hope this booklet will be helpful to you
and your family.
CONTENTS
DUXBURY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS FOR CHILDREN COUNCIL
1
LICENSED CHILD CARE PROVIDERS
2
HOW TO CHOOSE A HIGH QUALITY PROGRAM
COMMUNITY CARE FOR KIDS
DUXBURY PUBLIC SCHOOL’S EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS
AND EXTENDED DAY PROGRAMS
3-5
6
7-9
FAMILY CHILD CARE
Linda Chin
Johanna Kelly
Katherine Nollner
2
2
2
Bay Farm Montessori Academy
Berrybrook Preschool
Blue River Montessori School
Discovery Corner Preschool
Good Shepard Preschool & Kindergarten
Learn in Play Preschool
Pied Piper Preschool
Pilgrim Preschool
South Shore Conservatory
10
11
12
13
13
14
15
16
17
CENTERS
HEAD START PROGRAM
DUXBURY FREE PULIC LIBRARY
18
19
Duxbury Community Partnerships for Children Council
93 Chandler Street, Duxbury, MA 02332
(781) 582-9518
The mission of the Duxbury Community Partnerships for Children Council is to
develop collaborative relationships that improve early childhood education in
the community. The Council will respond to the needs of the young children,
their families, and early childhood providers in Duxbury on an ongoing basis.
The Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care has recognized
the importance of high quality programming for young children by creating the
Community Partnerships for Children (CPC) grant. The CPC program is designed
to build a collaborative system of early childhood programs and comprehensive
services within Duxbury.
To help achieve these goals, the Duxbury CPC has allocated grant funds to
increase the availability, affordability and quality of early care and education
programs for preschoolers in our community through child care scholarships. It
is the Council’s hope that all young children have an opportunity to participate in
a high quality early childhood program that meets their needs.
CHILD CARE SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY
Scholarships are available for children 2.9 years to 5 years old (not
kindergarten eligible). Funds for this scholarship program are provided by the
Massachusetts Department of Education through a Community Partnerships for
Children Grant.
Parents must be working either full or part-time, reside in Duxbury, and be
income eligible based on family size. To qualify, each parent in your household
must work, and your gross income before taxes (including alimony, child
support, and other sources of income you may receive) must fall below the
state’s median income for your family size according to the following:
Family Size
Monthly Income
Yearly Income
2
$4,885
$58,620
3
$6,035
$72,420
4
$7,184
$86,208
5
$8,333
$99,996
6
$9,483
$113,796
For additional information please call the Duxbury Community Partnership
Coordinator at (781) 582-9518 or email K_Maney-Needel@Duxbury.K12.MA.US
LIST OF CHILD CARE PROGRAMS IN DUXBURY
CENTERS
Capacity
Preschool
Toddler
Bay Farm Montessori Academy
145 Loring Road
781 934 7101
112
Berrybrook Preschool
267 Winter Street
781 585 2307
35
Blue River Montessori School
484 Temple Street
781 834-2067
6
Discovery Corner Preschool
88 Lake Shore Dr.
781 585 4863
10
Learn in Play Preschool
298 High Street
781 585 9048
24
Magic Dragon Children’s Ctr.
93 Chandler Street
781 934 7671
40
Pied Piper Preschool
38 Kingston Way
781 585 6843
44
Pilgrim Preschool
404 Washington St.
781 934 8145
49
South Shore Conservatory Preschool
64 St. George St.
781 934 2731
24
FAMILY CHILD CARE
Linda Chin
Johanna Kelly
Katherine Nollner
Infant
18
20
7
18
7
Capacity
781 834 3721
781 585 4863
781 585 8082
4
10
6
LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTERS
Questions regarding licensing procedures for preschool programs, and family
childcare may be directed to:
Department of Early Education and Care
WWW.EEC.STATE.MA.US
Who can help me find the right care for my child?
Your local Child Care Resource and Referral Agency. Their parent counselors
will help you find out what's available in your area, and give you information on
costs,financial assistance, names to contact, and what to look for when visiting
programs.
Is it important to look for licensed child care?
Yes. An EEC license shows the provider meets Massachusetts’s rules for health,
safety and education. It will be posted where you can see it. A
license is an extremely important credential.
How can I judge the quality of the child care?
Visit the program. Look for the license. Trust your instincts. And always ask
questions. It pays to take the steps to ensure your child is safe and happy.
What's the best way to make my choice?
Visit programs and compare. Go in the morning when children are most active.
If the provider is very busy, but you like what you see, go back when there is
time to talk.
When should I start looking?
The sooner, the better, especially if you have young children. Many good
facilities fill up quickly, so give yourself lots of time to visit and
compare.
What are the types of licensed child care?
There are three types of licensed providers for which EEC sets rules for
health, safety and staffing. A licensed provider should also help children
learn and grow, and promote a good relationship between parent and child. The
current license will be posted.
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Group Child Care: This license is for all center-based care for infants,
toddlers, or preschoolers. Part-time centers include nursery schools and
private kindergartens. Head Start programs are free, part-time care
for children ages 3 to 5, and open to low-income families or children
with disabilities.
*
School Age Child Care: These are sometimes called extended day or
after school programs, and are open before and/or after school and/or
during school vacations.
*
Family Child Care: Care is given in a provider's home for up to six
children including the provider's own children.
*
Large Family Child Care: This type of family child care allows for up to
10 children in the home with the assistance of an approved assistant.
*
Family Child Care Plus: Another type of Family Child Care which allows,
with proven child care experience, 6 children plus two school age
children.
What about providers who are not licensed? What are they like?
There are providers who are not required to carry a license from EEC, and as a
result may or may not meet our set of standards:
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*
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In-home care provided by an adult in the child's own home.
Relative care provided by a relative of the child in the relative's home.
Public school run preschools or after school programs, or programs run
by private elementary schools.
What should I consider when observing and talking to the people at a child
care program?
When you visit, watch how caregivers interact with your child and other
children. They are an important part of your child's care. There should be
enough adults to work with a group and to care for individual children. Child
Caregivers should:
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Be nurturing
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Understand how children learn and grow
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Have experience and education in working with young children
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Encourage you to visit and get involved
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Design programs to promote the healthy development of each child
What should I look for in a child care facility?
Make sure you are comfortable with the look of the facility and the program. It
should offer:

Clean, safe, inviting spaces
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Indoor and outdoor play areas
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Nutritious and appealing snacks and meals
How can I tell if a program will benefit my young child?
A program should:
*
Offer a variety of educational, fun activities, appropriate to the age of
the children
*
Have plenty of safe toys and learning materials
*
Encourage creative play
*
Allow children time to play alone and with others
*
Plan both quiet time and active play, indoors and outdoors
After I choose a child care program, what else should I keep in mind?
Keep on caring. Stay involved. Visit often and talk with the caregivers. Meet all
the people who work and play with your child. Tell them about
changes at home that may affect your child's behavior. Ask about your child's
progress. Get involved in the program, and the parents' group for
that program. If there isn't one, talk with other parents about starting one.
Any time you see a condition or activity you don't like, tell your
provider right away.
COMMUNITY CARE FOR KIDS
A Child Care Resource and Referral Agency
Serving 20 cities and towns on the South Shore
http://www.communitycareforkids.net
Tel: (617) 471-6473 / (800) 637-2011
E-mail: cck@qcap.org
Working families depend on the availability of high quality, affordable child
care. Parents need to know that while they are at work or school their children
are being well cared for. Community Care for Kids works with parent’s child
care providers and community members to ensure that families have access to
child care. Trained Family Specialists work to empower parents to make the
best child care choice for their families.
Information and Referral
Whether you are a brand new parent just exploring child care options, a parent
of a child who needs after school care, a parent with a child with special needs
or someone who is looking for a certain type of child care provider, our data
base provides parents with lists of licensed providers that match a set of
characteristics that parents specify.
Contact a Family Specialist in our office or visit our website to fill out a
request for child care referrals: We can help you:
Obtain a list of licensed child care providers;
Recognize a quality program;
Receive information about appropriate resources for your special
needs child;
 Request our Professional Development Calendar which includes
listings of parent trainings and educational opportunities;
Receive information about child care subsidies or scholarships.
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THE DUXBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Duxbury Public School
Chandler School
Alden School
Duxbury Middle School
Duxbury High School
Preschool – Grade 2
Grades 3 – 5
Grades 6 - 8
934-7600
934-7680
934-7630
934-7640
934-7650
The Duxbury Public School Kindergarten Program
Chandler School
93 Chandler Street
Duxbury, MA 02332
934-7680
The Duxbury Public School’s Developmental Kindergarten program allows the
child to learn through hands-on experiences. This learning by doing program is
child centered, and therefore, the child is able to work at his/her own pace at
the various activity centers in the classroom. These centers may include
Science, Math, Language Arts, Blocks, Housekeeping, Paining, Arts and Crafts,
etc.
Each spring there is a registration/screening that takes place at the Chandler
School for children entering kindergarten in the fall. Children must be 5 years
old by September 1. For information about registration check the local paper
(The Duxbury Clipper and/or The Duxbury Reporter).
Information on PTA programs and current officers is available from each
school. They welcome your interest and participation.
Duxbury Integrated Preschool – Chandler School
93 Chandler Street, Duxbury, MA 02332
934-7672
The Duxbury Integrated Preschool is an integrated preschool that serves Duxbury children, ages 3 and 4. Maximum enrollment in each morning and afternoon
session is 15 children, 7 children with identified needs and 8 children with no identified needs– peer models.
Each child is considered to be an individual with his/her own strengths and weaknesses. Speech, occupational and physical therapy is provided as needed,
generally within the classroom setting as well as other specialty service areas. Each “peer model” child participates in daily enrichment activities run by the
staff and therapists. Materials and activities are presented in a play oriented, child centered environment where each child can develop at his/her own rate
of growth. Also available, for children not enrolled in the program, is speech, occupational and physical therapy, on an as needed basis.
The Extended Day Programs
Children K-6 grade
93 Chandler & 130 St. George Streets
Monday – Friday
Duxbury, MA 02332
7:00 am – 6:00 pm
781-934-7610 (K-2) or 781-934-7649 (3-5)
The Extended Day Programs provide care for children in grades K-6 before and
after school. The programs are committed to providing enriching educational
and recreational activities in safe, supervised surroundings.
There are four components of The Extended Day Program:
1.
The Breakfast Clubs are located in both Chandler and Alden Schools.
The Chandler (K-2) Breakfast Club opens at 7:15 am and the Middle
School (Grades 3-6) at 7:00 am.
2.
The Kindergarteners Exploring Duxbury Program (KED) is located in
Chandler Elementary School. Both AM and PM KED sessions are
offered to provide an enrichment program for children before or after
their regular kindergarten class.
3.
The Junior Club is located in the Chandler Elementary School and is in
operation between the hours of 3:20 and 6:00 pm for children K-2. The
Club program for grades 3-6 is at the Alden/DMS Schools from 2:40 –
6:00 pm.
4.
The Early Release/Professional Development/Vacation Camp Programs
provide field trips and in-house activities for Extended Day members,
during Chandler and Alden/DMS School Early Release Days, some
Professional Development Days, and February and April vacations.
The Magic Dragon Children’s Center
93 Chandler Street
Duxbury, MA 02332
934-7671
Care and education for children 8 weeks through pre kindergarten
Monday –Friday, 7:15 am to 6:00 pm.
- full and part-time enrollment possible
- the Magic Dragon operates during the school year and offers a summer
program with a separate registration
The Magic Dragon Children’s Center operates under the auspices of the
Duxbury School Department of Education and the Massachusetts Department
of Education. It is a tuition based, self-funded program. The center is
staffed by early childhood professionals who follow the quality
programming criteria of the National Association for the Education of
Young Children. The Magic Dragon is accredited by the National Academy of
Early Childhood programs.
Children are grouped chronologically but the curriculum recognizes
individual developmental needs. Activities are designed to provide whole
body learning experiences. These experiences address cognitive growth,
physical growth, and emotional well being. We believe that school/home
collaboration is essential to a child’s development. There is an active
advisory board comprised of parents and friends of the center.
Each classroom is staffed by a team of at least three professionals.
There are whole group activities, small group activities, and an
opportunity to be alone in a cozy corner of the classroom. Creative
experiences are provided through art, music and imaginary play.
Meaningful science and math occur daily with nature observation, cooking,
block building, water and sand play. Our children develop a knowledge
base while developing confidence in their abilities to succeed in and
manage the school environment.
PRIVATE PROGRAMS
We suggest you visit and contact individual schools up to a year in advance of
enrollment for registration and tuition information. Your inquiries at these
Centers are welcome at any time.
Bay Farm Montessori Academy
145 Loring Road, Duxbury, MA 02332
(781) 934-7101
Fax: (781) 934-7102
Toddler
Children’s House
Elementary
Ages: 12 months to 12 years
Web site: www.bfarm.org
(12 months – 3 years of age)
2 day, 3 day, 5 day
Full day and half day options
(2.9 – 6 years of age)
5 day, full and half day options
(6-12 years of age)
Bay Farm Montessori Academy (BFMA) is an independent, co-educational, day
school in Duxbury, Massachusetts serving children ages twelve months to
twelve years (grade 6). Currently enrolling 260 students from fifteen towns,
BFMA provides programs grounded in the philosophy of Maria Montessori and
enriched by a strong arts focus. By nurturing the development of the whole
child’s readiness, interest, and learning style, the faculty at BFMA fosters
each child’s positive self-image, problem-solving skills and ability to make
choices in an academically challenging environment.
Bay Farm Montessori Academy offers students before and after school care
and a variety of extracurricular programs. Summer programs for all age levels
are available and open to the public.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Morrissey, Director of Admissions
Email: mailto:susanm@bfma.net
Phone: (781) 934-7101, ext. 11
Bay Farm Montessori Academy is an affiliate of the American Montessori
Society (AMS) and is accredited by the Association of Independent Schools
of New England (AISNE).
Berrybrook School, Inc.
267 Winter Street
Duxbury, MA 02332
(781) 585-2307
Ages served: 3.4 – pre-K
Summer Program: June & July
Classes:
Mon-Wed
Thur-Fri
Mon-Fri
Tues-Fri
Mon-Fri
9:00-11:45
9:00-11:45
9:00-11:45
1:00-3:45
1:00-3:45
Berrybrook School, founded in 1954, and accredited by the National Academy
for Education of Young Children with commendation since 1992. A
developmental preschool, the focus is on the needs of the individual child and
considers the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of children,
to be of equal importance.
A low pupil/teacher ratio is maintained in classrooms where a professionally
qualified and experienced staff provide children with developmentally
appropriate experiences and help them develop confidence in their ability to
succeed in problem solving, and in acquiring self-help skills.
The school building, originally built in the 18th century as a farmhouse, is set on
sixty acres of rolling hills, fields and woods. The setting is ideal for exploring
nature and observing seasonal changes during daily outdoor play. Parental
involvement is encouraged and supported through a Volunteer Program, Parent
Discussion Group, and the parents association.
Blue River Montessori School
484 Temple Street
Monday through Thursday
9:00 –
12:00 or 12:10 – 3:10
Duxbury, MA 02332
Monday & Wednesday 9:00 – 12:00 or
12:10 – 3:10
(781) 834-4480
Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 –
12:00 or 12:10 – 3:10
www.bluerivermontessori.org
soniatkelly@yahoo.com
Ages served: 2 ½ through 5 ½
Blue River Montessori School (BRMS) was founded by Sonia Kelly, M.Ed., to
provide a quality small-group learning environment. The school is dedicated to
developing the whole child intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally, and
spiritually through an appropriately updated, scientifically-based Montessori
curriculum. The school offers a five to one student-teacher ratio in a bright,
new classroom and offers two and four day a week program. BRMS works with
the Duxbury Public Schools' early childhood curriculum to ensure that your
child will be prepared as he or she enters into Kindergarten.
Sonia Kelly holds a Master's Degree in Education and an Association
Montessori Internationale (AMI) diploma. She also attends courses to
maintain her Maryland Department of Education Teacher Certification for
Preschool through Third Grade in order to remain current with the public
school curriculum and policies. Ms. Kelly has taught all grades from preschool
through third grade, and she has also taught art classes for children at the
Duxbury Art Association.
Discovery Corner Preschool
Johanna Kelly, BS-ECE
88 Lake Shore Drive
Duxbury, MA 02332
781-585-4863
Mon., Wed. & Fri.
9:00-1:00
Tues & Thurs.
9:00-1:00
Extended Hours Available
Ages – 2 yrs. To 5 yrs
Discovery Corner Preschool is a unique preschool run out of my home. I take a
developmental approach in teaching young children. At Discovery Corner
children are taught to think, solve problems, share ideas and cooperate on their
own level. It is my belief that all children learn differently, so it is important
to offer a lot of individual attention. My program is small, so each child’s
individual needs will be met and challenged appropriately.
At Discovery Corner Preschool children blossom intellectually, socially,
creatively and physically through my positive, developmental approach. Parents
are welcome to participate in our classroom activities on a monthly basis. Open
communication with families is an essential part of my program.
Good Shepherd Christian Academy
2 Tremont Street
Ages Served: 3-6 years
Duxbury, MA 02331
Classes:
3 Years of Age
Mon/Tue
9:15-11:45
4 Years of Age
Wed/Thurs/Fri
9:00 – 11:30
Pre-K
Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri 9:00 – 11:45
Kindergarten
Monday - Friday
8:30 - 2:45
Our purpose is to provide an atmosphere that encourages the total development
of the child including spiritual development. We are named for the Good
Shepherd, Jesus Christ so we teach a Bible story each week and a Bible verse
each month to help the child in developing Christian character, a positive selfimage and self-control.
We have 4 preschool classes of 12 children each with a ratio of 6:1. The
curriculum includes stories, music with a specialist, finger plays, creative art,
field trips and community visitors, cooking, snack, science and nature as well as
exposure to shapes, colors and numbers. We also have an enclosed playground.
The Kindergarten class is relaxed, flexible and structured for success. It is a
well-balanced curriculum with the emphasis on the child, not the program. It
includes Bible time, Story time, language using experience charts and dictation,
phonics and handwriting; a hands-on math program, science, art music, play and
an occasional field trip or visitor.
Learn in Play Preschool
298 High Street
West Duxbury, MA
Mail: PO Box 14
Pembroke, MA 02359
(781) 585-9048
Ages Served: 2.9-5 yrs.
Classes:
Mon/Wed/Fri
8:45 – 11:30 (4 yrs)
Mon/Wed/Fri
12:15 – 3:00 (4.5 – 5.5 yrs)
Tues/Thursday 8:45 – 11:30 (3 yrs)
12:15 – 3:00 (3.5)
The school’s goals are to provide an environment in which the child has endless
opportunities to interact with materials, teachers and peers in order to learn
about his/her world, to provide opportunities for the child to strengthen
his/her self concept, to find fun in learning and to develop the whole child –
social, emotional, physical and intellectual.
Programs include 3 year olds, 3/4 year olds, 4 year olds and pre-kindergarten.
There is a balance of free play and teacher directed activities consisting of
song, listening, readiness work, art projects and story. Outdoor play, snack,
weekly music class with specialist, weekly cooking and field trips are included.
Located on the ground floor of the High St. Methodist Church with adjacent
fenced in play yard.
Pied Piper Preschool
38 Kingstown Way – Rte 53
Duxbury, MA 02332
(781) 585-6843
Ages Served: 3-5
Morning and Afternoon Sessions
Tues/Thurs
3 yr olds
Mon/Wed/Fri
Older 3 and 4 year olds
Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri 4 and 5 yr olds
Summer Camp:
Mon/Wed/Fri (9-1)
July and August
At Pied Piper we offer children the opportunity to grow and develop in all
areas by exposing them to a variety of age appropriate, challenging and
stimulating experiences.
We create a loving atmosphere which fosters self confidence and
independence while encouraging self control and respect f or others. By
giving children opportunities to make choices and do for themselves, we
build the self esteem so critical to later school success.
Our classes consist of 13-15 children with three teachers to each room.
Cooking, field trips, a music specialist & Spanish teacher enhance our curriculum.
Parent involvement is encouraged. Our “Open Door” policy enables parents to visit anytime.
Pilgrim Child Care & Preschool
404 Washington St. P.O. Box 121
Duxbury, MA 02331
(781) 934-8145
Pilgrim Child Care, & Preschool (PCCP)
with Full Day, Private Kindergarten
404 Washington Street
P.O. Box 121
Duxbury, MA 02331
(781) 934-8145 extension 201
Ages: 2 months - 9 years
Hours: Mon-Fri 7am - 6 pm
Classrooms: 1 Infant, 2 Toddler, 2 Preschool, 1 Pre-K
1 full day kindergarten (small class size)
The Pilgrim Child Care and Preschool (PCCP), located at 404 Washington
Street, is a non-profit organization committed to early education and care.
A non-denominational school, the PCCP provides the entire community with
quality programs for all children, recognizing differences as a valuable
part of human life and learning. PCCP embraces the criterion of the National
Accreditation for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and
enthusiastically provides a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate
for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school age children. Parents are
encouraged to visit the program at any time that is convenient for their
family.
Pilgrim is accessible via Route 3A and centrally located between
Snug Harbor and Halls Corner.
To learn more about PCCP, visit
http://mysite.verizon.net/bizeasfb/pccp/ or contact Michelle Manganaro, the
director, at (781) 934-8145, extension 201 or via email at
michelle_manganaro@verizon.net
South Shore Conservatory Preschool
Ellison Center
64 St George Street
P.O. BOX 1523, Duxbury, MA 02331
781-934-2731 X10
The Conservatory's arts-principled, child-centered preschool program is
designed to build sound socialization skills, positive self-esteem, and
independent thinking by using the arts as an educational tool. These
concepts are taught through regular exposure to music and arts based
activities based on established philosophies of early childhood education;
music, drama and speech play, visual art projects, creative movement, and
physical education activities. Through their play, children come to see
themselves as explorers, discoverers, problem solvers, and inventors.
Preschool I (Threes and young Fours) - Two mornings plus
This younger group focuses on developing socialization skills such as
appropriate behaviors, problem-solving skills, and dealing with peers and
adults. While the student/teacher relationship develops, the parent/child
separation becomes increasingly positive. This exposure results in an
expanded attention span, empowerment when making choices, and a willingness
to face new challenges. Age-appropriate learning centers allow for choice
and self-directed play, while small groups and supportive teaching help
children prepare a base for academic excellence. New this year, parents are
encouraged to "build" their child's school schedule based on the hours
below. Each component has a separate fee:
CORE Program
Choose Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday &
Thursday
9:00 - 11:30 am
Third Morning
Friday (optional for either group)
9:00 - 11:30 am
Early Birds
Monday - Friday added option
8:00 - 9:00 am
Lunch Bunch
Monday or Tuesday
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Preschool II/Pre-Kindergarten Group (Fours and Fives) - Three mornings plus
As with Preschool I, the nucleus of this program is well-planned learning
centers allowing for choice and self-directed play, while small groups, and
supportive teaching preparing children for academic excellence. The
continued growth of language skills, mathematical reasoning, and scientific
thought is emphasized throughout all the learning centers. Changes to the
learning environment, activities, and projects reflect emerging interests
and individual goals.
Children follow a basic schedule including a large group setting at the
beginning and end of the day. The large group is broken into two smaller
groups (Preschool II and Pre-K) in the middle of the day for more focused
activity time. The program is designed for each child to learn all the
necessary skills and understandings to succeed in kindergarten and continue
to thrive academically and socially. New this year, parents are encouraged
to "build" their child's school schedule based on the hours below. Each
component has a separate fee:
CORE Program
9:00 - 11:30 am
Early Birds
8:00 - 9:00 am
Extended Day Program
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Choose 3, 4 or 5 days
Monday - Friday added option
3, 4 or 5 days
Parents who would like to schedule a time to visit the program are asked to
contact Terry Wisoff or Mary McCarthy at
(781) 934-2731 X 10
HEAD START PROGRAM
Head Start/South Shore Child Care Program
196 South Meadow Road
Plymouth, MA 02360
(508) 746-0333,
South Shore Head Start
832 Webster Street
Marshfield, MA 02050
(781) 837-6837
South Shore Head Start & Child Care
142 Pembroke Street
Kingston, MA 02364
(781) 585-0400
Head Start is a free, federally funded program, serving children three to Five
years of age from 9 am to 1 pm Sept to May.
There are also other programs offered through EEC for sliding fee scale child
care as well as private pay slots that are available for working parents 7 am to
5 pm year round.
Head Start provides:
- A rich preschool learning experience
- Nutritional meals
- Transportation by school bus
- A welcoming environment for parents
- Medical Screenings
- Parent support and education
You are eligible for services if:
- You live in one of the following towns:
ß Plymouth, Marshfield, Kingston, Carver, Duxbury,
Pembroke, Halifax, Hanover, Plympton, Scituate,
Norwell, Cohasset, and Hingham
- Your family meets the income guidelines below:
2007 INCOME GUIDELINES
Family Size
Gross Yearly Income
1 $10,210
2 $13,690
3 $17,170
4 $20,650
add $3480 for each additional person
-Your family exceeds the income guidelines, but your child has special
needs.