Heartworks Essex Center Road
Open today 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.At Heartworks, learning starts with curiosity. We believe children learn best when they feel safe, respected, and excited to explore the world around them. That’s why our approach blends thoughtful academics, social-emotional growth, and lots of meaningful play, so learning feels natural, joyful, and age-appropriate. Our child-centered philosophy creates a warm, enriching environment where play and learning go hand in hand. Our educators act as guides and partners—observing, supporting, and building on each child’s interests, so learning feels engaging rather than rushed or forced.
Openings Now
Heartworks Essex Center Road is now enrolling for one or more spaces.
Location Info
51 Center Rd
Essex, VT 05452
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Military Assistance
- Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits
Financial Aid
- Sibling Discount
Languages Spoken
- English
Location Details
- Staff can administer medication.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Meals are provided.
- Outdoor play space is available.
- No religious affiliation.
Programs Offered
Infants
Toddlers
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Toddlers learn best by doing—and they are always on the move. At Heartworks, we create environments that encourage children to run, climb, stack, build, balance, and explore, giving them the freedom to learn through active discovery. Through open‑ended play, sensory experiences, and hands‑on materials, toddlers develop early problem‑solving skills, creativity, and imagination. At the same time, daily opportunities for movement support both gross motor development—such as jumping and climbing—and fine motor growth through drawing, manipulating tools, and building with intention.
Education Types
- Nature-Based
- Play-Based
Preschool
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
At Heartworks, our Preschool classroom is designed to feel like the bridge between early childhood and Kindergarten. We build Kindergarten-readiness skills through structured routines and personalized learning. Children practice following routines, expressing ideas, working in groups, and taking responsibility, all while still learning through play. Heartworks’ Preschool program is purposefully designed to prepare children for Kindergarten—without leaving the place where they already feel safe, known, and supported. They’ve grown up in our infant and toddler rooms and are now ready to learn how school works.
Education Types
- Nature-Based
- Play-Based
Pre-Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
At Heartworks, our Pre-Kindergarten classroom is designed to feel like the bridge between early childhood and Kindergarten. We build Kindergarten-readiness skills through structured routines and personalized learning. Children practice following routines, expressing ideas, working in groups, and taking responsibility, all while still learning through play. Heartworks’ Pre-Kindergarten program is purposefully designed to prepare children for Kindergarten—without leaving the place where they already feel safe, known, and supported. They’ve grown up in our infant and toddler rooms and are now ready to learn how school works.
Education Types
- Nature-Based
- Play-Based
Licensing
Heartworks Essex Center Road is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
351140
Capacity
74
Issued
08/19
Parent Reviews
The quality of care has been very high. We switched to Heartworks from another center, and we have been very impressed with the level of academic and social/emotional learning. We also know that our child is well cared for and safe at school.
We started at the beginning of this academic year, and we already see the intellectual development in our child. It’s clear that academics and learning are happening, in addition to valuable play, and that they're helping to put our child in a position to succeed.
It’s been amazing! I love how everyone cares so much for my child and how much she’s learning and making friends.
