The Preschool & Pre-K Classrooms

In our preschool and pre-K classrooms, children thrive as they channel their curiosity and energy into playful exploration, expressing their individuality and celebrating the unique qualities of their friends.

Preschool students dancing around the classroom

Ages 2.9 years to 5 years

The preschool and pre-K years are a time of tremendous growth as children expand their processing, social, and foundational learning skills. During this developmental stage, children are eager to learn, explore, and express themselves. Our preschool and pre-K classrooms are designed to support this critical period by fostering independence, creativity and a love of learning. We provide a rich, engaging environment that encourages hands-on learning, social interaction, and skill-building through play across key areas of your child’s development. 

Nurturing curious minds and caring hearts

Preschoolers and pre-K children are naturally curious and eager to connect with others. Our program nurtures this curiosity and fosters strong relationships by providing experiences that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and meaningful play. As children explore early literacy, math, and foundational academic skills, they also learn empathy, cooperation, and conflict resolution through guided social interactions and group play. Our caring teachers model positive behavior, support emotional growth, and help children build the self-confidence they need to thriveboth in learning and in life.

Preschool teacher with student
Preschooler using a giant colorful calendar
Preschooler playing with plastic building pieces

Growing strong bodies, bright minds, and creative spirits

As children grow, they develop the physical, cognitive, and creative skills that form the foundation for lifelong learning. In our schools, active play on state-of-the-art playgrounds helps build strength, balance, and coordination, while fine motor skills are strengthened through hands-on activities like drawing, cutting, and writing. Language and literacy development is woven into every part of the day through storytelling, singing, and engaging reading instruction that builds vocabulary and fosters a love of books. At the same time, our thoughtfully designed environments invite children to explore the world through art, music, and imaginative playsparking creativity, building confidence, and encouraging new ways of thinking and understanding. 

Preschool students taking part in nature-inspired play
Two preschool students smiling and playing with wooden blocks
Preschoolers Hopping on colorful stepping stones
Two preschool students waving and drawing on pink and purple paper with markers
Three preschool students taking part in table play with plastic building pieces

Hear from our families

My son has been going to Little Sprouts in Arlington since January. He's in the infant room with Miss Izzy and Miss Christina. They take excellent care of my son, he is always so happy when he sees them at drop-off. I just love getting the pictures during the day and seeing the fun activities they have him doing. We are happy we went with Little Sprouts in Arlington!
Jennifer Hay
Our son is always happy to go to school at Little Sprouts and loves to give all the teachers hugs. I’m so happy his first teachers have been so loving. Everyone has been wonderful about accommodating his schedule.
Dorothy Bowe
My wife and I can't say enough positive things about Little Sprouts Watertown. Our 3 year old has been there for just over 6 months and absolutely loves the center. The ability to get outside and be active on their playgrounds is fantastic. The teachers have been so supportive and nurturing as our daughter develops. Just an amazing place!
thomas keister
This review is long overdue. Both my boys go to little sprouts Nashua since they are 5 months old and we love our daycare. The teachers and leadership in this daycare are truly amazing, very caring and they report every details everyday. The place is clean, lots of toy and leaning materials for kids. Again, the best thing about this daycare is the teachers, they make me feel comfortable to know our kids are safe and being cared when we are working.
Definitely recommend this place.
Mwai
My daughter has attended Little Sprouts from infancy up to her current preschool classroom. We have been so impressed and happy with the quality of care and with her learning ! Our kiddo loves school, and I am so grateful to Ms. Bre and her staff for all the wonderful experiences our family has had. I’ve never had to worry about whether my child is safe, cared for, and loved in my absence, which is so important to me as a mom. Thank you for all you do!
Krissy Mendez

Ready to learn more?

Our Enrollment team is ready to answer all your questionsfrom classroom availability to what a typical day for your little one might look like.