Day Care for Toddlers in Arlington, MA — Built to Spark Curiosity & Confidence
Growing Up Child Care welcomes toddlers from 15 months to 2.9 years into a warm, play-based program where self-confidence and natural curiosity are nurtured through hands-on exploration, creative play, and patient guidance.
Toddler Day Care Designed Around Discovery
The toddler program at Growing Up Child Care serves children from 15 months to 2.9 years. Our classrooms are designed to provide stimulating experiences where children learn through their own inquisitiveness — building self-confidence and fostering the natural curiosity that toddlers possess.
Toddlers learn best through hands-on exploration. Our program provides the freedom to discover, the guidance to grow, and the warmth to feel secure.
Throughout the day, toddlers enjoy a large variety of play materials, creative centers for dress-up, building with blocks, sensory table experimentation, and art, music, language, and science activities geared to little hands. Our teachers offer the tenderness, warmth, and patience so essential to this young age.
Who we serve
Children aged 15 months to 2.9 years from Arlington, Belmont, Cambridge, Medford, and surrounding Massachusetts communities.
Our approach
A creative, play-based classroom where children explore dress-up, blocks, sensory tables, and art — all while building confidence and social skills.
Our focus
Building self-confidence and fostering natural curiosity through hands-on exploration, creative expression, and patient, loving guidance.
Where we are
Two convenient locations: 206 Florence Ave, Arlington, MA and 773 Belmont Street, Belmont, MA.
Why Growing Up Child Care Is Arlington’s Trusted Choice for Toddler Care
Confidence-Building Environment
Our program emphasizes building self-confidence through encouragement, choice, and celebrating each toddler’s unique discoveries and achievements.
Play-Based Curriculum
Learning happens through play — dress-up, block building, sensory exploration, and creative art projects that spark imagination and problem-solving.
Small, Attentive Ratios
Small toddler-to-teacher ratios mean your child gets the individual attention they need to feel secure and supported as they explore their world.
Two Convenient MA Locations
Choose Florence Ave in Arlington or Belmont Street in Belmont — both offering the same engaging toddler program.
Safe, Nurturing Spaces
Our classrooms are designed for toddlers — soft, sanitized, and filled with age-appropriate materials that invite exploration and creativity.
Daily Communication & Updates
We share daily updates on meals, activities, and milestones, so you stay connected to your toddler’s day and development.
Key Areas of Toddler Growth We Nurture
Our toddler program focuses on the whole child — building confidence, curiosity, social skills, and early learning through playful exploration.
Self-Confidence
We celebrate every achievement — from putting on a shoe to completing a puzzle — building the inner confidence that toddlers carry with them as they grow.
Natural Curiosity
Our classrooms invite exploration — sensory tables, art stations, and building areas where toddlers can follow their own questions and discoveries.
Social & Emotional Skills
Through group activities, circle time, and guided play, toddlers learn to share, take turns, express feelings, and build early friendships.
Creative & Cognitive Growth
Art, music, language, and science activities introduce new concepts and vocabulary through hands-on, developmentally appropriate experiences.
The Benefits of Choosing Our Toddler Day Care
Confidence-building activities
Every day offers opportunities for toddlers to try new things and feel proud of their accomplishments.
Play-based learning
Dress-up, blocks, sensory play, and art — all designed to spark curiosity and develop problem-solving skills.
Warm, patient teachers
Our caregivers offer tenderness and patience, helping toddlers feel safe and loved while they explore.
Social skill development
Circle time and group activities teach sharing, empathy, and communication with peers.
Creative expression
Art, music, and sensory experiences allow toddlers to express themselves and develop fine motor skills.
Seamless daily routines
Consistent schedules with clear transitions help toddlers feel secure and ready to learn.
Sample Daily Schedule for Toddlers
Our schedule provides consistency with flexibility — activities adjust based on weather and the children’s needs and interests.
Our Locations Near Arlington, MA
Two Growing Up Child Care locations serve toddler families across Arlington and Belmont, Massachusetts.
Growing Up Child Care — Arlington
206 Florence AveArlington, MA 02476
Growing Up Child Care — Belmont
773 Belmont StreetBelmont, MA 02478
Frequently Asked Questions
Our toddler program serves children from 15 months through 2.9 years (approximately 35 months), when they transition into our preschool classroom.
We maintain small toddler ratios within Massachusetts EEC licensing limits so every child gets individual attention and responsive guidance.
Our schedule includes circle time, art projects, outdoor play, sensory exploration, meals, and rest. The routine is consistent but flexible to meet each child’s needs.
Our toddler program emphasizes building self-confidence and fostering natural curiosity through play-based learning, sensory exploration, and creative activities.
Yes. Growing Up Child Care operates locations at 206 Florence Ave, Arlington, MA and 773 Belmont Street, Belmont, MA, both offering our toddler program.
Call (857) 488-2641 or email info@growingupchildcare.com to book a tour of either our Arlington or Belmont location.
Come See Our Toddler Classroom in Arlington
Schedule a tour and meet the teachers who will help your toddler build confidence, curiosity, and a lasting love for learning.