Enrichment Programs for
3 Months - 7 years old
Winter 2025 Registration
Winter classes begin the week of January 6th. We are excited to announce the addition of ONE new class Messy Toddler. Our classes are specifically geared toward ages 3 months to 4 years old. Each class is specifically designed for a specific age developmental milestone.
Mommy/Caregiver & Me, Circle Time Learning & Play School now requires a monthly commitment to ensure your child can progress through the program.
All classes are curated in 4 week sessions and are encouraged to sign up monthly in order to receive the maximum learning benefits.
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Messy Baby
Our messy baby class encourages exploration of all 5 senses with taste safe, non-toxic materials. This class is for babies 6 - 18 months, who are comfortable with solids.
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Messy Toddler
Messy Toddler class takes sensory exploration to the next level with playful, hands-on activities designed for toddlers 12 months - 2 years old. Using taste-safe, non-toxic materials, this class encourages curiosity and creativity while engaging all five senses. Perfect for toddlers ready to graduate from our Messy Baby class.
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Circle Time Learning
Our circle time learning class is designed as a "play school" to get children ready for pre-school by extending their focus and ability to work in a group. This class is for 18 months - 3 years old.
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Mommy/Caregiver & Me
Mommy & Me is a nurturing class that supports infants and their caregivers through fun developmental activities designed to enhance physical, cognitive, and emotional growth while strengthening the caregiver-child bond. It fosters social interaction, builds trust, promotes secure attachment, and provides an opportunity for caregivers to connect and share experiences with others in the same life stage. This class is for 3 months - 12 months. Non walkers only.
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Paint Playmates
Paint playmates is an art class where the youngest of artists can splash, scribble, and sculpt their way to creative expression using unique materials, like painting with spaghetti. This class is for ages 18 months - 3 years old.
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Play School Drop Off
This is a once a week drop off class for 2–4 years-olds to prepare for the preschool environment. The class consists of a story time, group activity or craft, a separate music class (when offered) and then open play.
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Science Explorers
This class is a journey through the wonders of science, tailored specifically for the curious minds of toddlers. This class is for 2–4 years-olds.
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Practical Life Lessons
Practical life lessons take place once a month where we tackle a different practical life skill such as preparing a snack, tying shoe laces or putting on our own clothes. This class is for 18 months - 6 years old and will be modified appropriately for the child’s age.
See What Other Parents Say
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"It has been so great for my daughter to have an introduction into a more structured experience"
We love the Village Playspace and come every week! The space is beautiful, clean, and my daughter always has a blast. Tiffany and Katie all make you feel welcome immediately, and they all care about each kid that walks through that door. My daughter always gets excited to see everyone when we walk in.
We usually attend the Circle Time Learning class, and it has been so great for my daughter to have an introduction into a more structured experience. Katie runs a wonderful class with story time, songs, games and usually a craft/art project. Our daughter loves bringing home her craft projects to show my husband when he comes home from work.
I feel like every week my daughter learns something new through play while at the Playspace - it's been amazing to watch!
-Samantha G.
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"He loves the different sensory activity that is planned each week. It’s always something new every time"
We love The Village Playspace! I bring my son Jacob to the messy baby class every week and he absolutely loves it! He loves the different sensory activity that is planned each week. It’s always something new every time. The teacher, Katie, is great! She keeps the babies engaged and busy (which is not easy with multiple babies!). She takes the time to get to know each baby individually to learn what they like and don’t like. We love this class and look forward to it every Monday!
-Rachel M.
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Messy Baby Class
Loved: Everyone was so welcoming and the space so clean! We are super excited to come back! Katie was so warm and clearly has a way with kids!
Courtney H.
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Mommy/Caregiver & Me Class
Very welcoming and easy environment.
-Julie P.
Meet Our Teachers!
Katie O’Brien, Head Teacher
Katie has been pivotal to The Village Playspace’s Enrichment Programs. She helped develop and kick off our Drop-Off Programs and Enrichment Classes. She leads our assistant teachers and creates all our lesson plans for Play School, Day Camps and Summer School.
Katie has 10+ years of experience as an infant and toddler preschool teacher. She has taken the past few years off from working in a classroom to spend time with her 4 year old son.
We are thrilled to have her in our Village. Our kids love her and yours will too!
Brooke Testa, Assistant Teacher
We are excited to welcome Brooke to our enrichment team!
Brooke received her Bachelors of Science from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Health Sciences. She is currently an occupational therapy graduate student at Salem State University. She brings several years of childcare experience with her and a deep passion for helping children thrive in all areas of development. She has experience working with infants, toddlers, and young children in public schools, as well as providing specialized care for those with individualized needs. Brooke's nurturing approach and hands-on expertise ensures that each child is supported in developing the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills they need to succeed.