Infant Program
A peaceful, home-based setting where infants receive patient, loving care from a certified early childhood educator.
Gentle Infant Care for a Strong Start
Ages 6 weeks – 12 months
At Tender Times Preschool & Family Child Care in West Boylston, babies are cared for with warmth, consistency, and respect for their individual routines. Each infant is supported through gentle interaction, safe movement, sensory discovery, and close attention throughout the day.
What Your Child’s Day Looks Like
Every baby’s day is guided by their own needs, family preferences, and developmental stage. In our licensed West Boylston family childcare, infants enjoy steady routines, nurturing attention, and age-appropriate moments of play and discovery.
Individual feeding and nap schedules based on your baby’s routine
Tummy time and guided movement to support motor development
Sensory play and interaction to encourage early learning
Consistent one-on-one attention from caring, familiar staff
Curriculum and Development
Infant care at Tender Times blends responsive caregiving with early learning experiences that feel natural, safe, and engaging. We partner closely with parents so each child’s routines, milestones, and comfort needs are understood.
Approaches to Exploration
Babies learn through touch, sound, movement, and observation, with gentle encouragement to notice and explore their surroundings.
Cognitive Development
Simple routines, sensory materials, and familiar interactions help infants build early memory, awareness, and problem-solving skills.
Language Development
Songs, conversation, facial expressions, and responsive caregiving support early listening, sounds, and communication.
Physical Development
Supervised tummy time, reaching, rolling, and supported movement help babies develop strength, balance, and coordination.
Social-Emotional Development
Consistent care from a trusted provider helps infants feel secure, connected, and ready to build confidence at their own pace.
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Visit our quiet West Boylston neighborhood setting, see the fenced backyard, and learn how Tender Times supports infants and families from the very first day.
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7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
7:30 AM – 4 PM
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