Canterbury is a play based program in Wakefield, MA
The philosophy of Canterbury Children’s Center is to provide quality care in a nurturing environment that helps foster the growth and development of children.
Our goal is to create a developmentally appropriate program that meets a child’s needs individually as well as in a group. We believe that children learn through their play and that their experiences here at the center should be joyful and fun.
A Healthy Learning Environment
We offer a well-balanced approach meeting the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs of the children in our care. At the same time, we take our responsibility to parents very seriously, providing them with a safe, happy, and responsive place for their child while they are at Canterbury.
We are open 51 weeks a year!
About Us
Canterbury Children’s Center, established by the Emmanuel Parish, is a multi-service, non-profit, non-denominational program committed to serving the diverse and individual needs of young children starting at the age of 2.9 years.
About Us
Canterbury Children’s Center, established by the Emmanuel Parish, is a multi-service, non-profit, non-denominational program committed to serving the diverse and individual needs of young children starting at the age of 2.9 years.
All-Inclusive Care
Canterbury does not discriminate in providing services to children and families, or in employment practices based on family structure, socioeconomics, disabilities, race, religion, age, cultural heritage, political beliefs, sex, marital status, national origin, or sexual orientation.
Open House for 2024/25 School Year
Canterbury will host an open house for prospective families on Tuesday December 5, 2023 from 6:30pm-7:30pm. Come see the center, visit classrooms, and meet staff. Contact the office for more information. (781) 245-9636 or canterburychildrenscenter@gmail.com.
Canterbury Children's Center was re-licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care in March 2023.