Infant Toddler Preschool

Little Sprouts Amesbury

Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Amesbury, MA

Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs.

Little Sprouts Amesbury is nestled in the heart of charming downtown Amesbury and offers an intimate setting for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten children. This location is reminiscent of a little neighborhood schoolhouse, complete with a private and age-appropriate playground.

Walking into the school, you are welcomed into an open and warm lobby with bamboo floors throughout. The natural wood of the floors and the furniture in the classrooms was intentionally selected to create a soothing and relaxing atmosphere for your child to learn, grow, and build lifelong friendships with their peers and teachers.

Little Sprouts Amesbury is convenient to routes 495 and 95, and to surrounding towns such as Salisbury, Newburyport, and Merrimac. Come visit us to learn more about this local neighborhood gem!

Our programs & specials

Outdoor Playgrounds

Our outdoor spaces are designed for safety and sized for growth. Each playground is tailored to a specific age group - ensuring safe play that supports physical development and social interaction at every stage.

Music & Movement

Included weekly in all classrooms, this program blends music therapy with educational play to support developmental growth through song, instruments, sign language, and movement.

Nature Stations

Nature stations bring the outdoors in, offering hands-on exploration of natural materials and seasonal changes. These spaces spark wonder, observation, and a deep connection to the environment.

Seed & Sew

As S.E.E.D (Schools Excelling in Emotional Development) certified schools, we are dedicated to nurturing emotional intelligence, connection, and resilience in early childhood. SEED helps us empower educators and parents to create environments where children, and the adults who support them, can thrive.

What our families are saying

ratings

4.8

We absolutely love Little Sprouts. My son is in the preschool room and loves all the teachers and kids. He has been there since he was 6 months old. My daughter has graduated from Little Sprouts and is currently in kindergarten, but she started in the infant room. She was so well prepared for the transition and we are so grateful for the staff at Little Sprouts.

Cierra MacLeod

Our boys have been at Little Sprouts in Amesbury for a year and a half and a year, respectively, and in that time the staff has become more like an extension of our family. The teachers care deeply about the well being and development of the children and aren't shy to share their concerns or highlights, which we appreciate so much. We've seen incredible growth of social skills, language skills, and more and will be so sad when age out of Little Sprouts.

Katie Palmer

We are so thankful for Little Sprouts Amesbury! From the first day we toured with Maureen and Heidi, we were welcomed with open arms. My daughter started in June and was transitioning from a different daycare. We knew it would be tough at first but she has done amazing! We have her wonderful teachers Ms. Caylie and Ms. Mackenzie to thank! They have both been so kind and patient with her. She has already learned so much in the last 3 months! We are so grateful for such a wonderful school…

Carolann DeAngelis

Little Sprouts Amesbury is, without a doubt, a premier education center. My son has absolutely thrived while attending daycare/preschool/pre-K at Little Sprouts. The staff and teachers are caring, attentive, and communicative. The activities the children do are creative, fun, and based on a true desire for creating a welcoming learning environment. Most importantly to me is that Little Sprouts Amesbury has my son's best interest always in mind -- I am comforted by this reality. I am truly…

Andrew Glynn

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Maps & directions

Little Sprouts Amesbury

36 Sparhawk Street, Amesbury, MA 01913

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Meet the school leadership team

Executive Director

Maureen Bly

48+ Years in Early Education

Maureen has been with Little Sprouts since 2005, starting as an Executive Director. She began her career as a preschool teacher for 13 years, then worked as a Para-professor in the Merrimack Public School district for five years. She later directed a Head Start program for 11 years, during which she earned her bachelor's degree in early childhood education from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. With extensive experience and exceptional communication and leadership skills, Maureen successfully manages a fully enrolled school and dedicated staff.

Assistant Director

Mackenzie George

With Little Sprouts Since 2015

Mackenzie began her career as an intern from Whittier Tech High School. After graduating in 2018, she became an infant teacher for three years while earning her associate degree in early childhood education from Northern Essex Community College. She then attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she earned her bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies with a concentration in early childhood education in 2023. During this time, Mackenzie worked as a preschool teacher and Health and Safety Coordinator. In 2025, she earned her master's degree in early childhood education from Worcester State University and advanced her career by becoming the assistant director in Amesbury.

Health Safety Security Coordinator

Shannon Joyal

With Little Sprouts since 2016

Shannon started as a preschool teacher at Little Sprouts Melrose. She then moved to Little Sprouts Amesbury, where she taught preschool for four years before becoming an infant teacher and the Health and Safety Coordinator. Shannon holds an associate degree in early childhood education from Bunker Hill Community College and is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies with a focus on early childhood education at UMass Amherst.