Our Principles
At Willow Blossom Learning Center we believe that children will learn at their own pace and in their own way when given the opportunity and freedom to do so. Caring and resourceful adults - parents, families, and teachers - need to work together to nourish children's developing image of themselves as strong, compassionate people.
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We believe that teachers' work should be in the spirit of partnership and creative participation to give children consistent, reliable support.
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An environment of trust allows for a respectful interchange of information and feelings. Teachers help foster this sense of security as children learn to share with each other as individuals and as members of a group.
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Together at our Center we encourage children to cooperate, not compete; to communicate differences, not commit violence; and to welcome the different but equally valuable gifts each person brings to the world.
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We greatly believe in Parent/Guardian participation. It reinforces children's ability to see the Center as part of their lives. Through communicating with teachers, participating in projects and programs, and serving on the Board of Directors - family involvement helps make the Center a lively and inviting community.
The Center environment is designed to actively promote the cognitive, creative, emotional, and physical development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
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We feel
incredibly fortunate to have our son at WBLC! After struggling at other daycares, finding WBLC has been a truly transformative experience for him. The teachers and director bring such positive energy, and their dedication is evident in everything they do. He adores them and loves the creative activities they offer! It's such a relief knowing he's happy and well-cared-for throughout the day. We're so grateful for the peace of mind WBLC has given us.
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Ayla, Infant/Toddler parent
Our family is so grateful to have discovered Willow Blossom - the perfect blend of play, imagination, early education, and outdoors. We love the teachers and how our child comes home having learned new life lessons and skills!
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Camille, Preschool Parent
My daughter and I absolutely love HFCDC! My little one will be graduating from infant to toddler officially tomorrow. She was the first infant there, and I feel lucky to have found this special place for her. She is thriving there, making real friends, is super happy, and so well cared for. Its only 3 miles to my parking spot at UMass where I work.
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Amanda, toddler parent
"My son had four wonderful years at Hampshire-Franklin. It is hard to overstate how important the Center was to our family. Not only do I feel that our son received an excellent foundation of early education, but I know he had exceptional care while there. The teachers are great! I enjoyed being on the Board too - it really made me feel connected to the Center and understand how a non-profit child care facility operates."
​Melissa, preschooler parent
"The teachers and assistants at HFCDC are excellent and create a wonderful nurturing and learning environment. My son has done really well here.
I love that there are children from different countries and that my son experiences various cultures every day.
My son has made many great friends at HFCDC. He talks about them constantly when he's not at daycare and he can't wait to see them again each day."
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​Tracy, toddler parent