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The Preschool Experience
- licensed capacity
- 48
- open each week
- 5 days
- yearly, posted tuition
- $8,159
- year first licensed
- 1982
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About
About The Preschool Experience
The Preschool Experience is a licensed child care center in Newton, Massachusetts. The state has licensed it since September 30, 1982, for up to 48 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and part-time care. It lists yearly tuition from $8,159 to $13,415.
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 48 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 2 – 5 years old (from 24 months) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Class size | Bunny Class: up to 15 students, maximum of 8 or 9 students each day |
| Daily life | Parents pack food; Snacks provided. Potty training: Toddlers gain self-care skills such as toileting (Bunny Room) |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| More | Founded 1980 |
| Licensed capacity | 48 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Preschool Experience lists yearly tuition from $8,159 to $13,415.
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 4 Days (2026-2027 Yearly Price) | $11,957 |
| 5 Days (2026-2027 Yearly Price) | $13,415 |
| Bunny Room, For Toddlers Ages 2 - 3, 2 Days (2026-2027 Yearly Price) | $8,159 |
| Cub - Ages 3 - 4, 3 Days (2026-2027 Yearly Price) | $10,355 |
| Early Bird and Extended Day Rates: Contract | $21 an hour |
| Early Bird and Extended Day Rates: Drop-In | $24 an hour |
4 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for The Preschool Experience
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Center-based Care license
- Capacity
- 48 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- First licensed
- 1982
- License number
- #P-170168
Inspections
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
Massachusetts publishes its inspection reports on its own site. Read them there.
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FAQ
Questions about The Preschool Experience
Is The Preschool Experience licensed?
Yes. Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 30, 1982.
Does The Preschool Experience have inspection violations?
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
How many children can The Preschool Experience care for?
48, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
What are The Preschool Experience's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Preschool Experience cost?
Yearly tuition from $8,159 to $13,415, as it lists it.
What is The Preschool Experience's phone number?
(617) 964-6749.
Where is The Preschool Experience?
1091 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02459. The nearest other daycare we list is Mason Rice After School The Hut, 0.2 miles away.