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Nurturing young minds for a brighter future

At Little Sprouts, our mission is to cultivate a lifelong love of learning by nurturing each child’s natural curiosity and creativity. We empower children to explore and grow, while fostering their social and emotional intelligence, resilience, and sense of belonging within a supportive and caring community. Our approach to early education emphasizes foundational language, knowledge, and skills that prepare our little learners to thrive. 

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Our classrooms

As children grow, their needs evolve. Discover our intentionally designed environments to prepare for your child's developmental milestones, big or small.

6 weeks - 14 months

Infants

Welcome to the world, new friend! From the outset, Little Sprouts infant classrooms foster an environment of safety, comfort, and security.
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14 months - 2 years old

Toddlers

In the dynamic environment of our Little Sprouts toddler classrooms, children begin to acclimate to a schedule within a whole group setting.
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2 Years, 9 Months – 5 Years Old

Preschool & Pre-K

Little Sprouts preschool and pre-kindergarten classrooms honor and inspire the incredible connections that children infer about the objects, actions, and people in the world around them.
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Find a Little Sprouts school

Use our interactive map to find a school location best suited for your family’s needs.

What learning looks like at Little Sprouts

Our LEARN philosophy reflects our belief that a love of learning begins in childhood and lasts a lifetime. When your child is in our care, their safety, health, and well‑being come first—every day. We’re committed to nurturing and supporting your child, and earning your trust as a family.

Luminate

We create wonder by encouraging curiosity. We let questions lead learning and prioritize sensory play, process art, outdoor learning, and open-ended discovery.

Environment

Above all, we create environments that are safe and secure. From enforcing building security, to hiring trustworthy teachers, to prioritizing wellness, our number one priority is the health and safety of each and every little one in our care. Our environments are not only safe, but carefully set up with the intention of fostering exploration, curiosity, and learning.

Advocate

We build strong relationships and advocate for every child's needs. We honor each child's individuality, developmental journey, and natural pace for learning.

Respect

Our inclusive and diverse curriculum promotes equity by recognizing and valuing the unique backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and experiences of all children. We practice Anti-Bias Early Education, which means little ones are introduced to a wide range of cultural perspectives, fostering respect, empathy, and a sense of belonging.

Nurture

Through play, we help children develop critical cognitive, social and emotional skills, such as problem-solving, self-regulation, and communication. Our teachers nurture both emotional and physical safety, empowering children to explore and grow, while fostering their social and emotional intelligence and resilience.

How we keep your little ones safe

Clear communication is at the heart of our health and safety commitment. From daily updates to rigorous protocols, we take every precaution to keep children safe, supported, and families informed. 

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Why choose Little Sprouts?

Choosing a school or daycare center is not easy. We understand that there are many childcare options, and selecting a quality early childhood program is a big decision for your family. At Little Sprouts, we want you to feel confident and appreciated when you consider enrolling at one of our childcare centers. 

Low classroom ratios, dedicated caregivers, dynamic learning environments - there are so many reasons to choose Little Sprouts. Discover your reason today!

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What our families are saying

We moved to the area last year so have only been with Little Sprouts for about a year, but it has been the best experience. My baby absolutely adores Ms. Iliana, who has gone above and beyond with the love and care she's provided. My big kid has grown SO much this year with Ms. Jenn and Ms. Allison, who have both done so much to make him feel comfortable and help him come out of his shell. We're so happy we're with Little Sprouts!
Cal Sheedy
My daughter's first daycare experience at Milton Little Sprouts has been wonderful. The staff is caring, attentive, and focused on creating a positive, engaging environment for the kids. They emphasize both learning and play, which has really helped my daughter’s social and cognitive development. The facility is well-maintained, and I always felt confident that she was in good hands. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a nurturing, educational daycare setting!
Jaylene peguero
My kids have been apart of the little sprouts family for the past 3 years & it has been a great experience for both me & my children.

The teachers go above & beyond & are very empathetic to the children & their learning experience! I couldn’t be more proud of my little one’s progress thus far
David Cifuentes
I am so grateful for Little Sprouts. As a first-time mom, I was very anxious about letting go of my daughter and trusting that she will have good care while I am at work, but she loves Little Sprouts! Thanks to Shanikwa, Joelma, and Stecie - our daughter is super happy at school. She loves her teachers so much that we are jealous :) Thank you so much for all of the love, kindness, and care!
Jacquelyn Gillette
Little Sprouts Melrose is a truly positive and welcoming environment for both children and staff. The school provides exceptional care and education for infants through preschool, and it’s inspiring to work alongside such educated and
dedicated teachers. What stands out most is the strong partnership between families and staff—parents are deeply involved and form a supportive, connected community that makes this school feel like a second home.
Sydney Roopenian

Pursue a career that loves you back

Working at Little Sprouts is so much more than a job in childcare. It's the chance to make a lasting difference. Our staff dedicates their careers to helping children, families, and each other. We dedicate the majority of our tools and resources to recognizing, supporting, and promoting our teachers and leaders.

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