The Gardner School Opens Preschool, Childcare Center In Braintree

News release from The Gardner School.

BRAINTREE, MA — The Gardner School, a premier early childhood education experience for children six weeks to 5 years old, has officially opened the doors to its first Massachusetts area location in Boston’s Braintree neighborhood. Enrollment is now open for its infant, toddler, and preschool programs, offering families access to high-quality education and care tailored to their children’s developmental needs.

This new school addresses the growing demand for high-quality early childhood education in the community while also delivering a significant economic boost. The Gardner School of Braintree is creating 50 new jobs, including opportunities for lead teachers, assistant teachers, and administrative staff. With the capacity to enroll up to 227 students, the school will provide essential childcare resources, supporting the local workforce and strengthening the community.

“We’re thrilled to introduce The Gardner School to Boston and to provide exceptional care and education for families in the Braintree community. Our team is committed to high-quality early childhood education that nurtures young minds and builds a foundation for lifelong success,” said the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Dean Pappous. “We recognize the important role education plays in shaping the future of our communities, and we are proud to offer our innovative teaching methods and hands-on learning techniques that foster holistic development. By investing in our children today, we enhance their future and ours.”

Based in Franklin, Tennessee, The Gardner School operates 39 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia. All locations incorporate a research-based curriculum and emphasize child-directed play to facilitate students’ academic, social, and emotional development under the direction of highly qualified teachers.

Supplemental enrichment classes at The Gardner School of Braintree include classes such as music, foreign languages, sports, and computer literacy. Additional on-site resources include a S.T.E.A.M. lab that helps encourage curiosity through hands-on learning, a Kids’ Cafe that provides nutritious meals and snacks, and large playscapes.

Parents and guardians can stay connected throughout the day with The Gardner School’s real-time updates on their child’s activities, shared conveniently through a parent communication app with photos, nap schedules and feeding details.

“At TGS, our exceptional teachers and administrators work to create an environment where students are encouraged to thrive,” said Lauren Glasson, School Director of The Gardner School of Braintree. “Within our state of the art facility, children will have unique learning opportunities and experiences that will set them up for academic success now and in the future.”

The Gardner School of Braintree is located at 66 Wood Road. Operating hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. To schedule a tour or learn more about enrollment, visit https://www.thegardnerschool.com/schools/braintree/ or call 781-829-3750.