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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

At Cultured Kids in Bedford MA, our mission is to cultivate empathy and belonging through innovative, multidisciplinary youth programs. We believe in creating a Culture of Trust, which is why we model vulnerability and empathy. Our programs are designed to embrace cultural differences and unify communities by providing the necessary tools and resources to build trust. Our commitment is to continuously evaluate and refine our products, services, and relationships to increase impact and create meaningful change. We are driven by a passion to disrupt "acceptable" with "exceptional" and to be the best educators we can be. We strive to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve and to help foster a culture of empathy and belonging for young people everywhere.

At GraceWorks, we strive to provide a warm, nurturing environment for children from 15 months to 14 years old and their families. We are a non-denominational, culturally responsive program that welcomes all families and encourages children to grow both socially and academically. Our curriculum is designed to tap into children’s natural curiosity and interests in order to help them develop to their fullest potential. The GraceWorks Oversight Committee, a Vestry of Grace Episcopal Church, provides support and oversight to ensure that the program is run in the most efficient and effective way. Since 1998, GraceWorks has been a beacon of hope in the community, providing a safe and welcoming environment for children and families. We are dedicated to helping children reach their full potential and become active members of their communities.

Our staff strives to create a warm, respectful atmosphere that invites children to explore and learn. We recognize that each child is unique and has individual needs. Our curriculum is tailored to the interests and abilities of each child. We strive to foster a sense of community where children can appreciate the individuality of others. At Six Acres, we believe in providing quality educational experiences for children. Through exploration, children can learn in a safe and secure environment. Our experienced staff is committed to helping children reach their fullest potential. We create a stimulating learning environment where children can grow and thrive.

At Merry-Go-Round Nursery School, we believe that each child is an individual and that he/she is capable of developing at his/her own growth rate. To support this, we provide a flexible and informal program, which allows for personal and social growth. We guide children through activities to help them learn from each other, experiment with materials, and gain knowledge. Our teachers are also here to provide resources and support to both children and parents.

At the Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach, we are committed to inspiring the problem-solvers of tomorrow. Housed within Tufts University's School of Engineering, our interdisciplinary center is comprised of faculty, staff, students, and postdoctoral fellows from various fields, including engineering, education, child development, and computer science. These experts collaborate to create programs and resources for stakeholders, as well as novel research and educational tools and technologies. The Tufts CEEO outreach team bridges the divide between research and practice, taking the knowledge and tools generated at the center and transforming them into practical applications. As part of our commitment to the next generation of problem-solvers, we partner with global corporations and foundations to help disseminate this knowledge and technology. Together, we are working to make real, lasting change in the world.

Through play, children are able to make choices, analyze, problem solve, and create. Our educators are dedicated to providing children with the options, opportunities, and freedom to develop their own skills and achieve their full potential. Each child is encouraged and accommodated according to their individual learning styles. Our goals are simple but powerful: grow, learn and love. We strive to foster an environment where children grow confidently and develop a positive self-image.

At Teddy Bears Day Care, we understand the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for your children to grow and learn. Our experienced and certified teachers are dedicated to providing your child with the tools and knowledge they need to reach their full potential. We offer a Bi-lingual program that helps develop a child’s language skills and confidence. Our teachers are experienced and certified in early childhood education and development, and they are committed to providing your child with the best possible care. We also believe in fostering critical thinking processes in our students. Our teachers strive to create an environment where children can learn to think for themselves and develop the skills they need to be successful in the future. We strive to provide a positive learning experience and help children become self-motivated, self-reliant, and responsible individuals. At Teddy Bears Day Care, we believe that children are our future and we are dedicated to providing them with the best possible care.

At Launch and Learn, teachers are proud of who they are and what they do! They create and maintain a caring and safe environment for each child, and have more teachers in each classroom than required by the State of Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. This allows them to provide the highest level of attention and care for your child. Each classroom is kept clean and organized, with teachers washing toys and surfaces throughout the day and each evening. Launch and Learn is a family-owned business, with strong ties to the Greater Boston community. The first center opened in 2015 and is located on the Woburn and Winchester town line. The second center opened in June of 2018 in Medford Square. At Launch and Learn, parents can trust that their children are in a safe and nurturing environment. The teachers are dedicated to providing the best care they can, and the extra teachers in each classroom provide the highest level of attention for each child. The clean and organized classrooms are designed to create an ideal environment for learning and growth.