Loving Environment
Positive reinforcement, gentle guidance, and warm, family-like care every day.
NOW ENROLLING – LIMITED FALL SPOTS
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LICENSED BY MASS EEC
EEC VOUCHERS ACCEPTED
FRESH MEALS INCLUDED
NOW ENROLLING – LIMITED FALL SPOTS
FREE REGISTRATION WHEN YOU ENROLL
LICENSED BY MASS EEC
EEC VOUCHERS ACCEPTED
FRESH MEALS INCLUDED
FREE TOUR + FREE REGISTRATION WHEN YOU ENROLL
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LICENSED BY MASS EEC · PEABODY, MA
Loved by Peabody families · Capacity for 60 children
A safe, modern, and loving home for your little star.
Trusted by Peabody families since 2019, Little Star pairs every child with a dedicated primary caregiver in a play-based, family-cooperative environment — so your child is held, known, and nurtured every day.
Why Parents Choose Us
More than daycare. A second home for your family.
From your child's first day, our cooperative, family-centered approach makes Little Star feel less like drop-off — and more like coming home.
Trusted Teachers
EEC-certified educators who help your child grow socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
Progress Reports
Clear, regular updates so you always know how your child is developing.
Special Attention
Each child is seen, respected, and given time with their dedicated primary caregiver.
Our Programs
Care that grows with your child — from first steps to kindergarten-ready.
Every age group has its own dedicated space, schedule, and curriculum, all rooted in play-based learning and the Massachusetts Early Childhood framework.
6 weeks – 15 mo
Infant Care
Individual care that lets your littlest one feel safe, secure, and held — first smiles, first sounds, first steps.
15 mo – 2.9 yrs
Toddler Care
Stimulating activities and gentle group interactions that encourage play, exploration, and early language.
2.9 – 5 yrs
Preschool
Hands-on learning in literacy, math, science, the arts, and social skills — building confidence for kindergarten.
School Age
Kindergarten Readiness
Confidence, independence, and the social-emotional foundation your child needs to thrive in elementary school.
The Little Star Difference
Why Peabody families have trusted us since 2019.
We're not the biggest center in town — and that's the point. Every child is known by name, by need, and by heart.
Primary Caregiver Model
Your child bonds with one dedicated educator — building secure, consistent relationships that help them thrive.
Family Cooperative
You're not just dropping off — you're part of our community. Open communication, real partnership.
Play-Based Curriculum
Following the Mass Early Childhood Education Framework — children learn by doing, exploring, and creating.
Fresh Meals Included
USDA Food Program participant — fresh fruits and vegetables daily, snacks included at no extra cost.
A Day at Little Star
Every day balances structure, joy, and freedom to explore.
Warm Welcome
A familiar caregiver greets every child by name.
Circle Time
Songs, stories, and group learning to start the day.
Hands-On Learning
Math, science, art, and discovery through play.
Fresh Meals
USDA-approved menus, fresh fruits and veggies daily.
Outdoor Play
Fresh air, big motor skills, and lots of giggles.
Parent Reviews
Loved by Peabody families.
Real words from real parents about their Little Star experience.
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Great daycare, very clean and organized! Our son is 2 and learning so much! Highly recommend it!
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One of the best daycares my daughter has been to. They have a great schedule and don't shuffle the children around like other centers. I'm a first-time mom, but I feel very reassured.
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The teachers are amazing and do fantastic work.
Inside Little Star
A peek inside our Peabody home.
A real look at our spaces, classrooms, and daily moments — so you can picture exactly where your child will spend their days.
Financial Assistance Welcome
We Proudly Accept EEC Vouchers.
Massachusetts families approved for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance are warmly welcomed at Little Star — every child deserves quality care.
- EEC voucher families welcome
- We can help guide you through enrollment paperwork
- USDA Food Program — meals and snacks at no extra cost
- Same primary caregiver, same loving care for every family
Programs We Accept
If you're approved through EEC or DTA, we'd love to walk you through the enrollment process during your free tour.
EEC Financial Assistance
DTA Child Care
USDA Food Program
Self-Pay Welcome
LIMITED TIME ENROLLMENT OFFER
Tour Free. Get Your Registration Fee Waived.
Book your free in-person tour this month and we'll waive your registration fee in full when you enroll. No gimmicks, just a warm welcome to the Little Star family.
$0 Registration
Mass EEC Licensed
No Pressure Tour
Come see Little Star for yourself.
A 20-minute tour is the easiest way to know if we're the right fit for your family. Or if you're already sure, jump straight to enrollment.
58 Pulaski St Bldg C, Peabody MA
Mon–Fri · 7AM – 5:30PM
Mass EEC Licensed