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Raising Stars Center Dedham

109 Lower East Street, Dedham, MA 02026

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About Us:

Opened in July 2022

Dedicated to high-quality care and early childhood education

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Program Type:

Licensed large group childcare program

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Licensed By:

Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care

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Capacity:

Up to 45 children

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Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday / 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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Enrollment Options:

Full-time care available

Part-time care available (based on availability)

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What Children Experience Here

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Age Range: 3 months to 15 months.

The infant program focuses on creating a safe, responsive, and nurturing environment where each child’s individual needs are met.

Key Practices:

Following individualized feeding and sleeping schedules
Building secure attachments through consistent caregiving
Supporting sensory exploration and early development
Encouraging early communication through interaction, music, and play

Daily Experiences May Include:

Tummy time and movement activities

Reading and storytelling

Music and singing

Sensory exploration

Outdoor play

Infants are provided with attentive, responsive care at all times to support their emotional security and early development.

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Age Range: 15 months to 33 months

The toddler program supports children as they develop independence, language, and social-emotional skills.

Key Practices:

Encouraging exploration and curiosity
Supporting language development and communication
Introducing routines and structure
Promoting positive social interactions

Daily Experiences May Include:

Group time and circle activities

Sensory and hands-on exploration

Outdoor play

Music and movement

Early social skill development

Teachers guide toddlers in understanding emotions, developing self-control, and interacting positively with peers.

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Age Range: 2.9 years to kindergarten entry

This program focuses on preparing children for school readiness while supporting their overall development.

Key Areas of Focus:

Social-emotional development
Early literacy and language skills
Introduction to math and science concepts
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Independence and self-confidence

Learning Experiences May Include:

Writing and name recognition

Phonics and early reading skills

Hands-on science exploration

Creative arts and expression

Structured and unstructured play

Children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and develop a strong sense of self as learners. Based on enrollment numbers and the ages of the children, there may be times when classrooms include a mix of two age groups, such as infant/toddler or toddler/preschool.

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Built Around Your Child’s Growth

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Healthy Snacks

Fresh and healthy snacks provided everyday

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Experienced Teachers

Qualified, caring educators dedicated to supporting each child’s development.

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Clean & Renovated Facility

A newly renovated, well-maintained space designed for comfort, safety, and peace of mind.

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Real-Time Updates

Ability to track your child's day through DailyConnect application

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Our Gallery

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Now Enrolling at Raising Stars Center Norwood

Location: 110 Kerry Place, Norwood, MA 02062

Learn More

What the parents say

Lindsey Walker

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We love this daycare! Our child is always happy to go, and the teachers are caring, attentive, and truly invested in the kids. We’ve seen so much positive growth and really appreciate the great communication. Highly recommend!

Steve Curley

We have had our kids at Raising Stars for over two years, with our youngest joining this year. The teachers have always been great with the kids from the infant to the toddler rooms, for both learning and play time. They have also been very accommodating during our time there.

Kara Belinski

We highly recommend Raising Stars!! Our son always has the biggest smile when he sees his teachers, and even the teachers from the other class rooms!! It is a community feel and everyone is so warm and welcoming. The live updates and pictures throughout the day are everything when we have to be away from him during the day. The teachers care for the babies as they would their own.

Emily Atkinson

Our son attended Raising Stars full time from 4 - 12 months. We were so sad to leave, but moved out of town. I would highly recommend Raising Stars to anyone looking for daycare. The teachers truly loved our son and I always felt he was being cared for. He would light up at drop off and the teachers did a great job communicating with us and I loved all the photos.

Jaleah Perryman

Inga and the ladies have taken care of my sweet boy since he was about 7/8 months old and took very good care of him. I DID NOT want to take him out of this wonderful place but due to family reason we had to! This is hands down one of the best daycares I have ever came across! Give them a try, you will not be disappointed!! We will come and visit you all soon! Happy new Year!

Angelica Johnson

Raising Stars has been an amazing experience for my family. They have taught my daughter so much. She went from being so shy to discovering her personality and being outgoing. My daughter found comfort in them and made so many new friends.

Fabienne Boursiquot

I recommend to every parent who is looking for a loving and caring environment for their child to stay. As a parent, I entrust my greatest blessing to Raising Stars in every day and I am grateful for the loving care and guidance my son receives.

Emily Owens

Raising Stars is an incredible daycare that provides a safe, nurturing learning environment for young children. As an Early Childhood educator for over 14 years I could not be more pleased with my experience. The teachers are loving, compassionate, and personable. My son grew tremendously both socially and academically. He absolutely loved going to school each day and was always happy. I highly recommend Raising Stars!