Business Details
37 Years
experience
Evergreen Day School: Play-Based Learning in Cambridge
Evergreen Day School has been nurturing young minds since 1989, offering a dynamic preschool environment that prioritizes play-based learning and individualized growth. Our dedicated educators cultivate curiosity and confidence through hands-on exploration, fostering social-emotional development in a diverse, inclusive community. With a renovated facility featuring bright classrooms and enriched outdoor spaces, we provide a foundation for lifelong learning.Our team maintains deep family partnerships through home visits and daily communication, ensuring each child thrives. Backed by decades of experience, we prepare children aged 18 months to 5 years for academic and personal success while maintaining a joyful, child-centered approach.
Services
Play-Based Curriculum
Toddler Program
Preschool Program
Pre-K Preparation
Summer Camp
Enrichment Activities
Parent Partnerships
Flexible Scheduling
Tuition Assistance
Nature Exploration
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We implement a play-based curriculum developed through 35 years of child development expertise
- Our teachers maintain 2:9 to 2:18 staff-child ratios for personalized attention
- We offer enriched outdoor learning with dedicated playground access and nature exploration
- Our staff receives annual professional development and maintains long-term classroom continuity
- We provide individualized transition support through home visits and daily communication
What people say
Loving and caring teachers
Thrived in the program
Exceptional kindergarten preparation
Strong community connections
Responsive staff support
Services
Play-Based Curriculum
Our curriculum develops social-emotional skills through open-ended play experiences guided by experienced educators. Children explore art, science, and math concepts at their own pace while building confidence and independence. The program adapts to children's interests while maintaining structured learning opportunities.
Toddler Program
Designed for 18-month to 2.8-year-olds, this program focuses on separation support and foundational skills. Through sensory activities and structured routines, toddlers develop language abilities and early social interactions in a nurturing environment with specialized teaching teams.
Pre-K Preparation
Our Pre-K program addresses state learning standards through integrated arts and STEM activities. Children develop literacy skills through print-rich environments while building mathematical understanding through play-based experiments and collaborative projects.
Summer Camp
Eight-week summer program emphasizes outdoor exploration with water play, gardening, and nature studies. The curriculum maintains educational continuity while offering flexible enrollment options for current and new families seeking enriched summer learning experiences.
Parent Partnerships
We build family connections through home visits, daily Brightwheel updates, and community events. Parents participate in classroom activities, fundraising initiatives, and governance opportunities while receiving regular developmental progress updates from teaching staff.
People
Jeanne Akasten
Director
Jeanne leads with over 20 years of early childhood administration experience, maintaining program vision while overseeing staff development and family partnerships through personalized communication and community building.
Sandy Fabiano
Director of Staff Support & Curriculum
Sandy develops teacher training programs and curriculum frameworks that balance educational standards with child-led exploration, ensuring instructional practices meet diverse developmental needs across all classroom environments.
Debbie Fay
Director of Finance and Operations
Debbie manages financial operations and enrollment logistics, implementing systems that support program growth while maintaining fiscal responsibility and accessibility through tuition assistance programs.
Questions
What ages does Evergreen Day School serve?
We accept children aged 18 months through 5 years, offering developmentally appropriate programs for toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten students.
Is financial assistance available?
Yes, we offer tuition assistance programs and flexible payment options to support family needs while maintaining program accessibility for Cambridge-area residents.
What distinguishes your curriculum?
Our play-based curriculum emerges from children's interests, combining structured learning with open-ended exploration across arts, sciences, and social-emotional development.
Do you offer summer programming?
Yes, our 8-week summer camp emphasizes outdoor learning with water play, gardening, and nature exploration while maintaining educational continuity.
How do teachers communicate with families?
We use daily Brightwheel updates, home visits, parent-teacher conferences, and regular newsletters to maintain transparent communication about children's progress and classroom activities.
What safety measures are in place?
Our secured facility includes controlled access, trained staff, and established protocols for health management, emergency preparedness, and child supervision.
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