Make Way for Ducklings

East Forest Park Center Claimed 5.0 Updated Oct 2025

Open today 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Preschool program fosters each child's development and values each child’s life and learning experience. Program goal is accomplished by providing a learning environment that encourages growth and helps children build self-esteem while learning to exercise self-control and to interact with peers and teachers as individuals and in group situations. Hands-on experiences are provided in and out of the classroom. Enriched curriculum includes field trips and special programming in the areas of physical education and music. Staff works with each child to promote individual needs for cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development.

Description provided by the business.

Location Info

455 Island Pond Rd

Springfield, MA 01118

(Roosevelt Ave)

Monday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Financial Aid

  • Sibling Discount
  • Subsidies & Vouchers

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location Details

  • Offers classes for kids.
  • Staff are CPR certified.
  • Staff are first aid certified.
  • Outdoor play space is available.
  • Program includes field trips.
  • Meals are provided.

Programs Offered

Daycare Program

Daycare 15 mo - 6 yr
  • Schedules

    Full Time, Part Time

  • Calendar

    School Year

Description

Offers daycare services in Springfield.

Education Types

  • Academic-Based
  • Creative Curriculum
  • Play-Based

From $242 to $1174 per month

Licensing

The licensing status of Make Way for Ducklings is unknown. More information about licensed child care providers in Massachusetts can be found at Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.

Parent Reviews

5.0 (2 Reviews)
Eric
Aug 06, 2022

We absolutely loved Make Way for Ducklings ! We sent our son to their preK program and he was socially and academically prepared for Kindergarten. We really wish we started him sooner!! Can't say enough about the program and what they have to offer !

Kate Green
Aug 06, 2022

My son absolutely thrived at Make Way for Ducklings- we moved him here for his last year of. pre K and were so happy with our decision. The teachers and director are so dedicated and caring. My son loved music and gym class and all of the fun days and special events in the calendar each month. Hands down the best preschool I’m the area!