About Pathways for Children

Since 1967, Pathways for Children has been a leader in early education and child care programs on local, state and national levels. We have been able to bring together children from all walks of life to learn the values of community, respect, and education. Our children also learn to value themselves and their place in the world. And, though we have built our programs in response to needs in our Cape Ann community, our programs have become models for other regions.

We serve nearly 400 children at four sites and approximately twenty family child care homes. When children come into our programs, they feel safe, and loved.

High quality child care...
Is care and early education provided by well-trained, dedicated professionals who understand the needs of the developing child. It is care that helps a child feel safe and excited about living each day, that acknowledges the strength of each family, and is able to provide help when needed.

Care that makes a difference...
We now know that quality care and education in the first years of life impact the life course of a child. A developing brain is nourished by love, age-appropriate play and learning, limit-setting, nutrition, and literacy. When those elements are absent, the consequences can be life-long and harmful. A skilled teacher and a quality program nurture a child's strengths, and recognize areas of concern, providing the child and the family with the support they need.

Our Mission:
To help children discover their potential and grow into confident and empowered adults who contribute to the well-being of the community. Pathways fullfils its mission by providing high quality, affordable and comprehensive care, education, recreation and other support services for children and their families.

For enrollment information, please contact Theresa Folse at tfolse@pw4c.org