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Dovely is an early learning center providing high quality, nurturing, faith based education.

We intentionally build a diverse community — from neighborhood natives to those just immigrating. Whether they're coming from across the street or across the globe, our families and teachers partner to support children's development cognitively, emotionally, and spiritually.

Opening Fall 2025
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Preschool
33 months +
Opening Fall 2025

Our preschool program is designed to nurture young hearts and minds through a blend of play, exploration, and discovery. Our preschool teachers are focused on fostering curiosity, creativity, and early academic skills in a warm and loving environment. Through engaging activities, bible stories, and hands-on experiences, children develop essential social and emotional skills while learning to value empathy, collaboration, and kindness.

Preschool Classroom's Typical Day:

7:30am to 9:00am — Arrival & Free Play
Families arrive and children play at the different learning stations of their choice until most students have arrived.

9:00am to 10:30am — Circle Time & Morning Activities
Students gather with teachers during Circle Time to get excited for the day’s activities, read a book together, and sing a song before starting small group activities.

10:30am to 11:00am — Morning Snack
Students enjoy a nutritious, allergy safe snack while connecting with classmates and teachers.

11:00am to 12:30pm — Outdoor Play
Teachers will lead students to one of the many parks within walking distance of the center to explore nature and develop gross motor skills.

12:30pm - 1:30pm — Lunch
Children enjoy meal brought from home.

1:30pm - 3:00pm — Quiet Time
Students rest during a nap or quiet time alone. As they wake up they can select low stimulation actives like looking at books or drawing.

3:00pm - 3:30pm — Afternoon Stack
Students enjoy a nutritious, allergy safe snack while connecting with classmates and teachers.

3:30pm - Close — Circle Time and Afternoon Activities
Students gather with teachers during Circle Time to share their favorite moments from the day and get excited for the what’s in store for tomorrow before engaging in a group activity or playing independently.

Toddlers
15 months up to 33 months
Opening Winter 2025

Dovely’s toddler program is specially crafted to provide a safe and nurturing environment where curiosity blossoms and foundational skills take root. Through age-appropriate play, music, bible stories, and hands-on activities, toddlers explore the world around them while developing their motor skills, social connections, and early communication abilities. Guided by caring teachers, our program incorporates faith-based values to foster kindness, gratitude, and love. It's a joyful space where little ones are encouraged to learn, grow, and thrive.

Toddler Classroom's Typical Day:

7:30am to 9:00am — Arrival and Free Play
Families arrive and toddlers are welcomed by teachers that know their names, what makes them laugh, and milestones they’re working towards.

9:00am to 10:30am — Circle Time and Morning Activities Students gather with teachers during Circle Time to get excited for the day’s activities, read a book together, and sing a song before starting teacher guided activities specifically selected for the developmental needs of the toddlers in their class.

10:30am to 11:00am — Morning Snack
Students enjoy a nutritious snack while connecting with classmates and teachers.

11:00am to 12:30pm — Outdoor Play
Teachers will lead students to one of the many parks within walking distance of the center to explore nature and develop gross motor skills.

12:30pm - 1:30pm — Lunch
Children will dive into a meal brought from home.

1:30pm - 3:00pm — Quiet Time
Students rest during a nap or quiet time alone. As they wake up they can select low stimulation actives like looking at books or exploring a sensory board.

3:00pm - 3:30pm — Afternoon Stack
Students enjoy a nutritious, allergy safe snack while connecting with classmates and teachers.

3:30pm - Close — Circle Time and Afternoon Activities
Students gather with teachers during Circle Time to share their favorite moments from the day and get excited for the what’s in store for tomorrow before independently engaging in one of our spaces activity centers or enjoying a teacher guided activity.

Infants
6 weeks up to 15 months
Opening Early 2026

Dovely's infant program is a gentle and loving environment where little ones can thrive. With attentive care from nurturing teachers, infants engage in activities that stimulate their senses and support their development, such as music, storytelling, and interactive play. Our program emphasizes faith-based values, fostering a sense of security, love, and belonging. It's a safe and peaceful space where your little one’s first steps in learning and growth are guided with compassion and care.

Infant Classroom's Typical Day:

Respecting your infant’s unique routine
While at Dovely, their teachers will stay in tune with your infant's natural routine and adjusting to when each child expresses sleep, feeding, and play needs.

We welcome all forms of feeding, safely store both breast milk and formula, and welcome mothers to visit for on site feedings.

Group Time
We join together to enjoy singing, reading, and exploring enriching aspects of the world around us.

Cuddle Time
Infants in our care receive plenty of individualized attention and nurturing from their teachers.

Outdoor Time
Our infants venture outside daily and explore nature.

Our Center

Nestled in the heart of Jamaica Plain, our center is thoughtfully designed to foster growth, curiosity, and joy for every child who walks through our doors.

From sunlit classrooms to cozy corners perfect for reading and play, our space is built to inspire little minds. The arborway's iconic lush parks means our curiculumn includes daily walks to outdoor play areas complete with nature-focused activities to spark imagination and a love for the world around them.

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