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Rating
4.6 Rating based on 20 Reviews
Contact number 774-678-1850
Ages
Ages: Newborn - 8 years
Monday - Friday
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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About Best Friends Preschool in Wareham, MA

Since 1997, Best Friends has been committed to providing excellence in child care and education. Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Early Education and Care Department, we offer a nurturing environment where children grow, learn, and form lasting friendships. At Best Friends, your child’s journey of discovery and enrichment begins with us.

Our Programs

Infants
Our infant program provides a safe, nurturing, and clean environment where babies can explore independently, interact, and build trust with their caregivers. Caring educators work closely with parents to ensure continuity of care, nurturing each baby through their developmental milestones. Daily “heart-to-heart” time includes feeding, snuggling, singing, reading, playing, and laughing to foster a secure and enriching environment.

Toddlers
Toddlers are natural explorers, and our program is designed to fuel their curiosity. Classrooms feature safe, age-appropriate furniture and toys, promoting active engagement and learning.

  • Curriculum: Monthly calendars and newsletters keep parents informed of classroom activities. Interactive, hands-on lessons enhance social, emotional, language, and cognitive skills through storytime, singing, and games. Weekly Music and Movement lessons, taught by a certified teacher, encourage participation and physical activity.
  • Outdoor Play: Toddlers enjoy running, climbing, sliding, sandbox play, and bike riding.
  • Daily Reports: Parents receive daily updates on mood, meals, diapering/toileting, and other activities.

Preschool
Our preschool program introduces children to a world of learning, fostering language, social, emotional, and critical thinking skills. The program builds a strong academic and literacy foundation to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond. Educators engage children with responsive conversation, daily reading, and writing practice.

  • Curriculum: Based on the Massachusetts Department of Education Guidelines for Preschool Learning, our curriculum integrates science, math, writing, literature, and social studies. Weekly Music and Movement lessons with a certified teacher are included. Monthly calendars and newsletters keep families informed.

Before and After School (Ages 5-8)
Our before and after school program offers a safe and structured environment for school-age children.

  • Curriculum: Activities include outdoor play, puzzles, games, creative projects, and supervised homework time. Children enjoy group storytelling and a variety of snacks.
  • Focus: The program fosters a positive self-image through social interaction, cooperation, conflict resolution, and relationship-building. Children learn to use their free time creatively, productively, and safely.

Cadence KickStart™ Soccer

Big Fun. Little Players. Growing Confidence.

Cadence KickStart™ Soccer is a high-energy enrichment program designed to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork through fun, age-appropriate soccer play. Led by the teachers your child already knows and trusts, it’s seamlessly built into the school day.

Program Highlights:

  • Designed for ages 3–5
  • 12-week program (once per week)
  • 40–50 minute sessions
  • Builds balance, coordination, and motor skills
  • Encourages listening, teamwork, and confidence
  • No prior soccer experience needed
  • Integrated into your child’s daily schedule

Talk to your School Director today to learn more and enroll.

Visit Us Today!

Discover the nurturing and enriching environment at our center! We invite you to schedule a tour to explore our classrooms, meet our educators, and learn more about our programs designed for children of all ages. Contact us today to book your visit—we can’t wait to welcome your family!

Our Team

Ms. Tara

Ms. Tara

Program Director

I have been working in the childcare field since I’ve been 16 years old in high school. I have been a Program Director for 8 years and have an Associates Degree in Early childhood. I take my career extremely seriously and I take great pride in having a professional but friendly rapport with my families, and the kiddos. I make it a point to go into each classroom every day and talk to the kiddos even if it’s just for a few minutes each time. I have gotten to know them very well and know special little things about all of them. I love that we have the best laughs and conversations. The children’s safety, wellbeing, and happiness are my top priority. I want families to feel respected and secure in the care of their most cherished little human. I am married and have two adult children of my own, and I am a grandmother of 2.

Reviews from Parents

4.6 Rating based on 20 Reviews Leave A Review
Lisamarie Pearson • Google
We love best friends. The teachers are great, the director, Tara is fabulous. She really cares about the kids and my son loves her. My son loves school and we love all the arts and crafts he brings home at the end of the month. We appreciate the curriculum that is sent out monthly so we know what he is working on in school. We visited 2 other schools before choosing best friends and we are very happy with our choice.
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Ashley D. • Google
The director and staff are friendly and welcoming at drop off and pick up. I can communicate about my child and chat with the staff. The pictures and project that have been sent home are super cute.
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Alyssa Antell • Google
We have had such a wonderful experience with this daycare over the past five years. My daughter started here at just 3 months old and is now 5, and they have been an important part of her growth every step of the way. The staff is caring, patient, and truly treats the children like family. She has learned so much, built great friendships, and always feels happy and safe there. We are so grateful for the love and support they have given our family.
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Carissa Deschler • Google
Best Friends Childcare Preschool – Tara Pettit has been an invaluable part of our children’s early years. Elodie, now 3, and Jonas, now 4, have been attending Best Friends since they were just 6 months old. Tara and her team have played a crucial role in nurturing, guiding, and supporting our children as they grow, and we are so grateful for the care and dedication they provide every day.
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Childcare Schedule Options That Work With Your Life

Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.

Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family.

 

 

 

FlexiPass — New Flexible Care Option!

When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.

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