New Bedford, MA

PACE Head Start provides comprehensive early childhood education and development services with a focus on low-income families. The center offers research-based curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Early Learning Standards, featuring literacy-rich environments, STEM activities, and social-emotional learning. Certified teachers with early childhood credentials provide individualized instruction in small classroom settings. The facility includes secure indoor learning centers and safe outdoor play areas. What distinguishes PACE is their wraparound family services including health screenings, nutrition programs, and parent education workshops, creating a holistic approach to child development and family support.

Children's Paradise Learning Center offers a structured educational program with a play-based learning approach. The curriculum emphasizes language development, early math concepts, and creative expression through hands-on activities. All lead teachers hold Early Childhood Education credentials and participate in ongoing professional development. The center features age-appropriate classrooms, secure entry systems, and fenced outdoor playgrounds. Parents consistently praise the center's communication, clean facilities, and the staff's dedication to creating a nurturing environment that promotes both academic readiness and social development.

The YMCA Early Learning Center provides high-quality childcare with a comprehensive curriculum that balances academic preparation with character development. Utilizing the Creative Curriculum system, the program focuses on literacy, numeracy, science exploration, and social studies while incorporating YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The center features state-licensed teachers with bachelor's degrees in early childhood education, low student-teacher ratios, and modern security systems including keypad entry and surveillance. Additional amenities include indoor gross motor spaces, nutritional meal programs, and access to YMCA swimming and recreational facilities for school-age children.