Home Daycares in Pepperell

I have been around children my whole life! I started babysitting when I was 12 years old and as I grew older and had my own child, I babysat more and more for single mothers. After many years working in business, I decided to combine my love of children with my business skills. I started taking courses and learning about program planning and learning and development in children. I loved it! While I worked for a little while in a daycare center, I decided to open my own program because my own son went to a family child care program growing up. The provider was so helpful to me and set up a loving environment for my son, so I felt very comfortable. I aim to give that same comfort to parents who want their child in a smaller home setting for child care. Not only that, but development is one of the most important aspects of my program too. I love seeing how quickly children learn and helping them grow is a joy for me.

I believe that providing a positive and nurturing environment will instill lessons that will last a lifetime! As an avid practitioner of play-based learning, I am always looking for fun themed activities, games and crafts that will be interesting for infants and toddlers using a lot of materials that is readily available around the house. I also use Funshine Express buttercups curriculum for themed arts and crafts designed for ages one to three years old. With a background in Business Administration and long-time business owner, I run my daycare with a healthy mix of flexibility and the predictable structure that children thrive on. I like to spend my free time with my two teenagers and husband traveling to different places, cooking healthy foods, trying international cuisines and watching movies together as a family.

I’m a mom of two, who used to work full-time in the healthcare industry and in public health, so I have first-hand experience of what it’s like to find child care. I know how frustrating the process can be! So when I opened Day Street Discovery School, I wanted to create the child care program that I wish I’d been able to find for my own daughters. At Day Street Discovery School we put families first, and we see parents as crucial partners in developing a child care experience that best fits their families’ needs. We do this by developing open lines of communication, so no questions ever go unasked or unanswered. From nap schedules to potty training concerns, I am always willing to collaborate with parents and families to find a solution that works for everyone! I feel very lucky to be able to draw on the passion I have for my children’s education and development, my own experiences with navigating child care, and my professional healthcare and public health knowledge to provide a service that I know is really needed for local families.

My favorite thing about caring for children is watching them explore and discover. That has been a highlight for me throughout my 40 years of experience. I have worked as an early childhood educator in early childhood education programs, and most recently I have been running my own program. People have said that I create an environment that is welcoming and friendly. I focus on exploration and imagination, and I especially love to take children outside to explore and play. I’m proud when I think about all the children I've helped grow and learn. That's what makes this work so special.