Welcome to BrightPath Braintree, the leading provider of daycare, child care, preschool, and pre-k education in Braintree, MA. Conveniently located at the corner of Washington Street and Braxton Street, our center provides nurturing care and engaging learning opportunities for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old.
A Diverse, Inclusive & Welcoming Environment
BrightPath Braintree is proud to be one of the most diverse and inclusive child care centers in Braintree. Our multicultural teaching staff celebrates diversity by introducing children to multiple languages and fostering an environment of acceptance and inclusivity. Families consistently praise our welcoming, positive atmosphere and strong community spirit.
Spacious, Bright & Engaging Classrooms
Our recently renovated classrooms
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1505 Washington Street, Braintree, MA 02184
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Open 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Call for Enrollment:
617.245.8900
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NAEYC Accredited
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Center Programs
Our age-specific programs provide enriching experiences tailored to each stage of early development. Click on the program below to learn more information.
Infant (6 Weeks - 18 Months)
Our infant program provides a warm, nurturing environment where caregivers form close bonds with babies, ensuring a secure and trusting relationship. Each infant follows their own schedule, with individualized care routines for feeding, sleeping, and play. Our educators support early development through sensory exploration, attachment-based play, and language-rich interactions, including the introduction of basic American Sign Language (ASL).
Key Focus Areas:
- Building secure attachments with primary caregivers
- Encouraging free exploration and movement
- Facilitating play that supports sensory and cognitive development
- Respecting each infant’s natural rhythms and routines
Toddler (18 Months - 3 years)
Toddlers are naturally curious, energetic, and eager to explore. Our toddler program fosters independence while encouraging language development and social-emotional growth. Through hands-on activities, play-based learning, and structured routines, toddlers gain foundational skills for future learning.
Key Focus Areas:
- Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
- Expanding language and communication through ASL and verbal expression
- Encouraging social-emotional growth through cooperative play
- Sensory experiences, music, and movement to enhance cognitive development
Preschool (3-4 years)
Preschoolers are eager learners, exploring their world with curiosity and excitement. Our preschool program builds upon their natural interests, incorporating early literacy, math, science, and creative expression into their daily routines. Play-based learning helps children develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and social connections.
Key Focus Areas:
- Developing early literacy and numeracy skills
- Encouraging creative expression through art, music, and dramatic play
- Building independence and confidence in learning
- Enhancing social and problem-solving skills through group activities
Pre-K (4-5 years)
The pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten through hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences. Children develop literacy and math skills, engage in STEM activities, and practice self-regulation and collaboration. Our play-based approach ensures learning remains joyful and meaningful.
Key Focus Areas:
- Strengthening pre-reading, writing, and numeracy skills
- Hands-on STEM exploration (science, technology, engineering, and math)
- Fostering independence, confidence, and self-regulation
- Encouraging social responsibility and problem-solving skills
From Our Families
Our families know us best. See directly from them about what makes our center a place where their children thrive.
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Center Offerings
Military Discount
Healthy Meals & Snacks
Yoga
Dance & Movement
Music
Qualified Educators
Parking
Tuition Assistance
We're proud to offer a standard 10% U.S. military discount for families in active duty as our way of saying thank you for your service!
We support children’s healthy growth by providing nutritious, scratch-made meals developed with guidance from a Registered Dietitian. Our menu uses fresh, often local ingredients, rotates every four weeks, and changes seasonally for variety. Centers are nut-free, and the team works closely with families to accommodate allergies, sensitivities, and cultural or medical dietary needs.
Our Yoga program enriches our preschool curriculum, fostering young minds and bodies for lifelong mental and physical well-being through fun, themed sessions.
Our dance programs blend solid technique with fun and creative choreography, fostering both technical skill and expressive, individualistic style in our little ones.
Our music program offers a researched, systematic approach to nurturing children's social skills and musical development, including singing in tune and rhythmic coordination.
Our educators are passionate about delivering early years education that empowers and inspires children to create their futures.
Conveniently nestled amidst ample parking, our center ensures stress-free drop-offs and pickups for our valued families.
Our Center Directors can provide more information regarding financial assistance and they can assist you with the process as well.
