Our Story
In October 1984, Lexington Playcare Center opened with 24 children, a few toys, and a fenced-in grassy yard. We barely had paper to color on, but we had devoted teachers and involved parents. Forty years later, that’s still what matters most.
What We Believe
We help children become good friends, proficient problem solvers, creative risk-takers, and self-governing classmates. We want them to be as independent as their age and development allow.
We respect parents as partners and communicate with them daily. Our community works to maintain a democratic, welcoming, and inclusive environment that properly balances education and care.
When you see high staff morale, curious children, and involved parents, we’ve reached our goals.
The Playground
Installed in 2012 after two years of planning, our nature-inspired playground replaces manufactured equipment with the organic experiences children would have if they were lucky enough to have woods in their backyard.
What you’ll find: A hill with a slide and tunnel. Apple trees and blueberry bushes. A four-surface trike path. A fallen log and movable logs. A hobbit house. Butterfly bushes. Sand. Rocks. Space to be a child.
- Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
- Serving Lexington families since 1984
- 501(c)(3) Nonprofit