Philosophy
Social-emotional connection is the foundation of our approach here at Friends Childcare. We provide a safe, home-feeling environment with loving teachers that allow us to build confidence and interest in learning from infancy, toddlers, preschool, and beyond. At Friends Childcare, we consider families to be the experts on their children and lean on their feedback to ensure continuity in care.
Our program curriculum centers on play. Free play-based learning allows educators to discover more about their students’ interests, skill sets, and well-being. With this knowledge, teachers create an engaging curriculum that is both challenging and meaningful. Our approach to learning incorporates several philosophies, including Reggio, Montessori, and loose parts (STEM) focused programming. At the heart of Friends Childcare is community engagement. Whether it’s walking to the park, having meaningful connections at pickup, or even joining group events, this is a place where connection truly matters.
Our program curriculum centers on play. Free play-based learning allows educators to discover more about their students’ interests, skill sets, and well-being. With this knowledge, teachers create an engaging curriculum that is both challenging and meaningful. Our approach to learning incorporates several philosophies, including Reggio, Montessori, and loose parts (STEM) focused programming. At the heart of Friends Childcare is community engagement. Whether it’s walking to the park, having meaningful connections at pickup, or even joining group events, this is a place where connection truly matters.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide emotionally responsive care for children and families with varied backgrounds, needs, and passions. We value the life of each child and seek to care for and understand them through the context of family and community engagement.
Testimonial
“Our daughter started in the Infant Room at Friends Childcare when she was 12 weeks old. From the beginning, the staff at Friends were understanding and supportive to us, and incredibly nurturing to our little baby. She is now 2 years old, in the Toddler Room, and runs into her classroom every day to greet her friends and teachers. She is excited to go to school and has learned so many things in their positive, enriching environment. We are grateful that everyone at Friends is so dedicated to her development and happiness. It’s truly a lovely place for your child to spend their day.”
– S.M.
Get in Touch
Address110 Cypress StBrookline, MA 02445
Phone(617) 925-5169 (Main)(617) 731-1008 (Office | Best Callback Number)
Contact us to schedule a tour.
Hours of OperationMonday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Fax(617) 739-1283
Service AreaBrookline, MA, and the Neighboring Towns