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Testimonials SMART START is the most amazing preschool and we are beyond grateful that Ms. Mary & Miss Francesca came into our lives 7 years ago. All 3 of my daughters have attended and my youngest is currently attending! They have become like "family" to us! The communication is superb. We always know what to expect, current happenings and or course, we all absolutely love receiving pictures from the day! Knowing that my daughter is in the best hands, thriving in an enriched environment, making friends, learning life skills and more makes me so happy. She always looks forward to her school day and I do too! SMART START offers an outstanding curriculum with a big focus on STEAM and nature-based learning, as well as on-site field trips and community giving. My family can't recommend SMART START and their kind & devoted teachers enough! We Absolutely love SMART START! Both our daughter and son attend four days a week and they couldn't be happier. Mary, Francesca & Maria are fantastic teachers and caregivers. They put so much effort into daily lessons and activities, and truly care about our children's development. It's a wonderful feeling knowing that our children are in such good hands at the beginning of their education. My two daughters have been attending SMART START and it's been the best experience for them, and for me as a parent. My oldest used to have a lot of separation anxiety when leaving me but after a few days here, she kept asking when she could go back. No more anxiety! She can't wait to go. I think it helps that it is a very comfortable "family" feeling there. Both of my girls are thriving, they have learned so much already in the short time they have been there. The way they learn through crafts, baking, cooking, outdoor adventures, etc... makes it so much fun for them. They love the relationships they have made and talk about their friends and teachers all the time. I know they are so well taken care of, loved, and learning so much when I drop them off. It's the best feeling for a parent. I can't recommend SMART START enough! Mary & Francesca are incredible! My two girls (3 & 5) had the BEST summer partaking in the SMART START summer camp program! They were well cared for, constantly engaged, kept safe and educated beyond anything I would have imagined! We are sad that summer went by so quick but so thankful for this experience and look forward to reconnecting w/ the SMART START programs soon! SMART START is a very fun, safe and nurturing environment for the kids to learn. My son practically leaps out of my arms each morning I drop him off. I find this comforting knowing he trusts and enjoys being there with the other kids. Mary does an endless list of activities each day that encourages and develops creative minds, motor skills, independence, and so much more! So grateful to have found SMART START! (SMART START Alum) ​ I have had the opportunity to visit this wonderful preschool last year, and this year to offer oral health presentations as part of our dental practice community outreach programs during National Children's Dental Health Month. During my time at the preschool, I have witnessed the amazing educational, social, language and hands-on components this school puts together on a daily basis. The children work in an amazing variety of topics that are reinforced by professionals visits. Congratulations on such an innovative curriculum! My Daughter has attended SMART START for over a year and I could not rave more about the quality of care and education they provide. I work in education and have continually been blown away by how Mary and Francesca create their curriculum and structure their daily/ monthly schedule. My daughter is meeting every milestone early and I thank Smart Start for that. I plan on sending my youngest there, as soon as she is able. Leaving your child in another persons care can be scary but I have never worried about her while she is with Mary and Francesca. My daughter loves it there, and is excited to go to school everyday! Our daughter goes to SMART START and we couldn't be happier. Mary is amazing with the kids and they always are doing activities that help with their development. (SMART START Alum) I can't say enough about how much we adore SMART START! Our daughter started attending 10 months ago, and she LOVES going there to the point that she literally cheers when we tell her it's a "school day." Mary & Francesca put so much thought and effort into planning their curriculum and daily activities. They are very hands-on and teach the kids so many social/emotional and life skills in addition to their unique approach to "regular" preschool teachings. They really care about the students, their development and their families. One of my favorite things is that we receive pictures from them every day she is there, and our entire family (and sometimes coworkers) love seeing them! I could go on and on! We are so grateful we found such an environment for our daughter. 20+ years ago Mary owned another preschool called Tiny Tots. I was privileged to be cared for by her. My family so adored her that we have always kept in touch all these years. I have watched her raise her beautiful children and I have no doubt she cares for each of her SMART START kids just as much! I wouldn't hesitate to send my son to her if we were not states away. Mary is loving passionate, and committed to nurturing children in an environment that allows them to blossom to their fullest potential. My daughter has been going to SMART START and she loves it! She is always so happy to go in and talks about all of the fun things she got to do and her little friends! Mary and Francesca are so good with kids, the program and activities they come up with are just amazing, and the atmosphere is so warm and family like. My daughter is really thriving there! Couldn't recommend high enough! Mary & Francesca, we are beyond grateful for your presence in our son's life and for providing an unparalleled preschool experience. He has grown cognitively and socially and we just love seeing how much he has grown with your support! (SMART START Alum) Where do I begin- I know I've said it a million times, but thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you have done and all the love you have shown our children over the past three years. We have felt so lucky to have the kids be a part of the SMART START family. They have learned so much, had so much fun, been kept safe and loved. You clearly have a passion for teaching and helping grow and all the SMART START children of the past and to come are so blessed to be a part of your family. (SMART START Alum) I cannot say enough wonderful things about Ms. Mary! Knowing her personally, as well as professionally, has been a truly fortunate experience! Having had the opportunity to work with her in North Andover's Public Schools' after-school programs and seeing first hand her ability to care for and teach children was insightful and outstanding! I learned a tremendous amount from her and even use many of her techniques in my own teaching. Ms. Mary is warm and incredibly caring, creative and, enthusiastic. Her passion for children is truly inspiring! I am thrilled for her and SMART START! We can't say enough wonderful things about SMART START. Our daughter who had never been in a formal school is thriving there. We are so impressed with the care she receives as well as the curriculum. She is so excited to go to school. Mary and Francesca are fantastic teachers who create a nurturing and dynamic environment for the children. We can't recommend SMART START enough! I can't say enough amazing things about SMART START! My son has grown leaps and bounds since day 1. His increased confidence and vocabulary were the first things I noticed. Mary and Francesca's hands on approach to learning is incredible, he is learning so much when he thinks "playing with his friends" (his words, not mine)! The smile on his face in the daily pictures web receive is priceless. We truly made the best decision, for him and our family, to enroll at SMART START! (SMART START Alum) Thank you so much for everything that you have done for our family. We loved having SMART START as part of our village! I'm so grateful we found SMART START! My daughter has learned so much since she started attending. Mary & Francesca have put together a really creative & educational curriculum and they also do an amazing job of keeping parents involved through their blog, monthly newsletters, and social media accounts. I highly recommend SMART START! Mary has created such an incredible space for young kids to play and learn. Our daughter runs into school and doesn't even look back as she jumps right in, playing with toys and the other kids. Mary has a rich program for the kids that includes art projects and a variety of toys to facilitate learning. We have been surprised what our daughter has been able to do and what she has learned. Important for me has also been the continual communication to understand how our daughter has been during the day. We know she has been having a great time and is reluctant to leave at the end! My daughter started going to SMART START thanks to my friend's recommendation, and now I could not wish for a better place for her. In the very beginning, I was worrying about how she will settle there because my daughter did not speak English at all. Mary and Francesca did a great job accommodating her. Now SMART START is her favorite place and she says "thank you for brining me to Miss Mary's & Miss Francesca's" when I pick her up. It means a lot to me. The program is amazing. Children learn new things every day, and they do it in a super fun and creative way. I'm so happy we have found SMART START and highly recommend it. Mary, Francesca & Maria, Thank you so much for a wonderful year so far. Our daughter absolutely loves coming to school each day. She is very lucky to have such a fun and loving place to be. We are so grateful, than you so much! I feel so fortunate to have found SMART START. I always leave my son feeling confident that he is in the best possible place. He loves being there with Mary, Francesca and all his friends. Mary always has something planned for the kids and it's sweet to get pictures during the day of how he's doing. Couldn't be happier. Thank you so much for your dedication and devotion to the development of the girls. We are grateful for all you do. Thank you so much for everything you have done for our son. He has grown so much with your guidance and patience. He has been lucky to have you.

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Early Learning Programs ​ Full & Part Time Options Available Full or Half Day Enrichment Sessions Summer Enrichment Please Inquire For 2023 Schedule Information Summer' 22 Enrichment Crop to Classroom SMART START’S unique nature and play based programs prepare our students for future success in elementary school and beyond. Our creative, engaging curriculum allows children to explore and discover their interests and talents while acquiring essential academic skills through hands-on, experient ial learning. SMART START'S classroom exposes young learners to interactive activities and environments in which to thrive. Our goal is to nurture the strengths of each student to foster a foundational love of learning. Educate: SMART START educates in the basics of literacy, geography, history, Spanish, STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) and health and wellness. Enrich: Our teachings aim to enrich each child's early learning experience as well as their social and emotional development through a focus on art, music and basic life skills. Enhance: The daily academic routine is enhanced by emphasizing healthy eating, good hygiene, outdoor education and physical movement. SMART Art Construct & Create Superhero Students Water Week

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About US Ms. Mary Director of SMART START for close to a decade, a licensed Early Education and Care Educator/Early Childhood Specialist and parent advocate. She brings to SMART START 30+ years of experience nurturing, educating and enriching children through a variety of environments such as: childcare, preschool, kindergarten, elementary, home education, extended day programs, extracurricular classes and activity enrichment. Ms. Mary incorporates her Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and vast training into all that she does at SMART START. Some being but not limited to: Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilio, Nature Based, Child Led Curriculum, Art Therapy and STEM. Mary is also a proud mother to four adult children. Miss Francesca A licensed Early Education and care educator and one of SMART START'S beloved assets. Miss Francesca obtained her Masters Degree with honors in Educational Leadership and Policy Development from Boston College's Lynch School of Education and Human Development. Prior to BC, she graduated from Merrimack College with degrees in both Education and Psychology. Along with her extensive education and training, Miss Francesca brings her warm, caring nature in which all of our students adore. Miss Francesca provides exceptional care, teaching and enrichment for all the children attending SMART START. Her many years of education, experience and talents are evident in all that she does. Miss Maria Miss Maria has been a volunteer at SMART START since a little girl. Now 18, Maria is an official licensed Early Education & Care assistant and integral part of SMART START. Maria is an enthusiastic, caring, delightful young lady. She brings her amicable personality and athletic, artistic and other advantageous abilities to our preschool. Maria is also an East Celebrity Elite athlete alum and is coaching ECE's "Baby Bomb" competitive team, "Tiny Pre-Team" and local youth clinics. Maria is currently an undergraduate student at Merrimack College studying Human Development. In addition, she is an athlete on the college's competitive cheerleading team.

Stream to Learn SMART START is proud to present our online educational program, "Stream to Learn." This virtual classroom, launched during the pandemic, provides a vast variety of curriculum tailored for small group instruction or individualized learning. Stream to Learn is designed and taught to supplement or augment current studies. Students are enhanced and enriched during these educational sessions to ensure a love of learning continues throughout their academic journey. "You have been incredible through this entire process- making all kids feel protected but overall aware of what is going on around them... all while they are playing, learning and having fun!" "It certainly was a wild year- starting preschool, going to remote learning and then starting back again with a different look- but you created a flawless, engaged and fun learning experience every step of the way... We are so grateful for your guidance, structure and learning program. You have given the kids a wonderful gift of normalcy, friendship and joy during a year when many are going without... Thank you!" "Ms. Mary & Miss Francesca, Thank you for helping us navigate a very difficult year! and for always keeping our kids safe and happy in their home away from home." Please Inquire For More Information First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

Our Mission SMART START believes in educating young learners through creative, interactive play with peers. The time your child spends with us is designed to be a nurturing and safe environment committed to providing quality education, enrichment and care. ​ Attending SMART START provides your child a SMART START to a lifetime love of learning. Our goal is to nurture and develop the whole student while appreciating each child's individual interests and talents. In all that we do, we demonstrate and instill the importance of the S.M.A.R.T character building blocks: service, mindfulness, achievement, respect and trust.