About Us
We are a Reggio Emilia-inspired, emergent curriculum-based early learning center in Waltham, MA. We provide a rigorous yet responsive educational program for children from 1 month old through Kindergarten, designed to nurture capable, curious learners until they are ready to transition seamlessly into elementary school.
Our Educational
Philosophy
Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that children are competent, curious, and rich with potential. We see the environment as the "third teacher," and our blended indoor and outdoor classrooms are intentionally designed to provoke inquiry, discovery, and collaborative project work.
By creating a beautiful, home-away-from-home atmosphere, we empower children to take an active role in their own learning journey.
Who We Are
Discovery Village was founded in Waltham in 2018 by Laura Harrington, who believed in doing things differently. Laura set out to create a center that moves beyond traditional childcare, establishing a true learning laboratory where children can explore the world around them through a curriculum that emerges from their own interests and questions.
Laura believes this innovative, research-supported approach gives children a profound academic and emotional head start, fostering not only exploration and discovery but also emotional intelligence, communication skills, and the ability to build strong, positive relationships.
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Explore our educational philosophy in detail. Our FREE Parent Pack includes an in-depth look at our Reggio Emilia approach, our classroom environments, and our learning objectives.
Our Waltham Campus:
An Environment for Discovery
When you visit our campus at 295 Weston St, you will experience firsthand how our physical space supports our educational mission.
Our center includes:
A fully equipped studio led by our Reggio-trained Atelierista, where children use a wide range of media to represent their thinking and understanding—a cornerstone of the Reggio approach.
Our classrooms are designed as beautiful, organized workshops that encourage independence and deep engagement, featuring natural light and authentic materials.
We prioritize safety with controlled access, while also offering the convenience of on-site parking and on-site laundry to facilitate a clean, comfortable environment.
Our play area is not just for recreation; it is an extension of the classroom where children engage in meaningful interactions with nature, from gardening to sensory and physical challenges.
We intentionally maintain smaller group sizes than the state requires, allowing for deeply personalized instruction and stronger teacher-child relationships.
Flexible hours to accommodate professional families, along with community events and field trips that extend learning beyond the classroom walls.
We integrate specialized activities, including music, dance, and gardening, directly into our core curriculum, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Book a Tour at Discovery Village
The depth of our curriculum is best understood in person. We invite you to visit our Waltham campus, observe our classrooms in action, and speak with our Director of Curriculum. See how we make learning visible every day.
Find us
295 Weston St, Waltham Massachusetts 02453
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