Business Details
Your Trusted Child Care Partner in Westbrook, ME
Founded by a mother dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood care, Little Stars prioritizes a nurturing, non-toxic environment that fosters holistic child development. Our program emphasizes personalized attention, with educators who combine professional expertise and compassionate care to create a warm, family-like atmosphere. We implement evidence-based practices, including rigorous sanitization protocols, developmentally appropriate curricula, and individualized learning strategies that align with Maine State Early Learning Guidelines. Our team of certified professionals maintains small classroom sizes to ensure each child receives tailored support, while our structured daily routines promote independence, social skills, and academic readiness.We integrate sensory-based learning, music, and movement activities to stimulate cognitive and physical growth, complemented by an anti-bias curriculum that cultivates respect for diversity and positive self-identity. Safety remains paramount through consistent environmental monitoring, emergency preparedness, and health protocols that include immunization tracking and hygiene education.
Services
Preschool Program
Infant Care
Toddler Development
Aftercare Services
Curriculum Development
Parent Conferences
Sanitization Services
Nutrition Programs
Social Skills Training
Early Literacy
Highlights and features
- We implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Maine State Early Learning Guidelines
- Our certified educators maintain small class sizes for personalized attention
- We use non-toxic cleaning products and organic food in a rigorously sanitized environment
- Our program incorporates sensory-based learning and anti-bias curriculum components
- We maintain transparent communication with parents through daily notes and assessment reports
Services
Preschool Program
Our preschool program offers age-appropriate curriculum focusing on academic readiness, social-emotional development, and creative exploration. Certified educators use sensory-based learning, music activities, and structured routines to foster cognitive growth. The program incorporates literacy development through Reading A-Z and Handwriting Without Tears methodologies while maintaining a child-centered approach that prioritizes play-based learning.
Infant Care
The infant program supports early development through nurturing care and age-appropriate stimulation. Our caregivers provide personalized attention to children aged 6 weeks to 18 months, focusing on secure attachment formation, sensory exploration, and early motor skill development. The program adapts to individual needs while maintaining a peaceful environment that promotes comfort and security for young infants.
Toddler Development
Designed for 18-36 month-olds, this program encourages independence and social skills through hands-on learning experiences. Our curriculum includes structured routines, sensory activities, and motor skill development opportunities. The program emphasizes language development through interactive play while maintaining safety protocols and consistent schedules that foster confidence and self-assurance in toddlers.
Aftercare Services
Our aftercare program provides a multi-age learning environment for children aged 3-5 years. The program combines structured activities with free play opportunities, promoting peer mentoring and cooperative learning. Certified staff implement developmentally appropriate activities while maintaining safety standards and providing necessary quiet time in compliance with state regulations.
Parent Conferences
We offer regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss child progress and development. These meetings provide opportunities for sharing assessment results, addressing concerns, and planning individualized approaches to learning. Our program maintains open communication channels through daily notes and scheduled conferences to ensure family involvement in the educational process.
People
Faye Wilson
Owner
Certified early childhood educator with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Associate Degree in Child Development. Maintains professional level 7 certification through Maine Roads to Quality, implementing evidence-based practices in child-centered learning environments.
Lisa Kelley
Preschool Director
Experienced early childhood professional overseeing preschool operations and curriculum implementation. Focuses on creating nurturing environments that support both academic and social-emotional development through developmentally appropriate practices.
Margaret Clark
Toddler and Infant Director
Specializes in infant and toddler development with expertise in creating secure, stimulating environments for young children. Implements individualized care approaches while maintaining strict safety and sanitization protocols for the youngest age groups.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for infants (6 weeks), toddlers (18 months), and preschoolers (3-5 years) through separate programs tailored to each developmental stage.
What curriculum do you use?
Our curriculum combines Creative Curriculum, Handwriting Without Tears, Reading A-Z, and Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory while following Maine State Early Learning Guidelines.
Are meals provided?
Morning and afternoon snacks are provided. Parents should bring cold lunches for children in all-day programs as required by state law.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain rigorous sanitization routines, monitor immunizations, teach hygiene practices, and have established emergency preparedness protocols for all classrooms.
How do you communicate with parents?
We provide personalized daily notes, schedule parent-teacher conferences, and maintain open communication channels through our directors and classroom staff.
