Early Education
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Our South Shore Early Education (SSEE) offers high quality, Head Start, Early Head Start, and state-subsidized early education and childcare with centers conveniently located in Marshfield, Plymouth, Wareham, Hyannis, West Yarmouth, and Dennis Port.
In addition to providing a rich learning experience we are proud to offer:
- Highly Trained, Bachelor's Degree Teachers
- Daily Nutritious Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Snack)
- Fun and Informative Field Trips
- Nurses On-site
- Safe and Reliable School Bus Transportation from Designated Bus Stops
- Partnerships with Public Schools for Smooth Transitions to Kindergarten
For a list of our locations,
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“Graduation Starts Here”
South Shore Early Education is licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Our infant, toddler, preschool, and before/after school services are available free of charge or on a sliding-fee scale for eligible families.
We also accept child care vouchers.
Enrollment Is Easy!
Our Intake Managers are happy to answer your questions and help determine your eligibility! Please call 508-746-0333 to speak to one of our Intake Managers or send an email by clicking here.
To get started right away, complete the Enrollment Application online by clicking the button below.
Early Head Start
Early Head Start is designed for income-eligible children from 3 months to 3 years of age, and pregnant women at our centers in Plymouth, Marshfield, and Wareham.
Head Start Preschool
Head Start is available for income-eligible children from age 3 to 5 years old at our centers in Plymouth, Marshfield, and Wareham.
EEC Subsidized Childcare
EEC subsidized care for preschoolers from income eligible families at each of our 6 centers. We also accept childcare vouchers for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers.
Our ability to offer a pre-birth to 5 program allows for secure relationships and trust to form among the families, children, and staff. Over the duration of families’ involvement with our Early Education program, we tailor our comprehensive services to best support each family and each child. We work in partnership with our public schools to ensure collaborative and coordinated planning to support our children and families as they transition out of our programs and into the public school systems.
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. South Shore Early Education admits families of any race, color, nationality, religion, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, ethnic/cultural, disability and is handicap accessible inclusive of auxiliary aids to those with impaired hearing and vision. Toilet training status is not an eligibility requirement for enrollment.
Award Winning NAEYC Accredited Program
South Shore Early Education is licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care. Our nationally recognized program is NAEYC accredited program and has achieved QRIS Level 3 for MA quality standards. This commitment to accreditation is reassurance that South Shore Early Education strives to provide a safe, secure, educational and positive experience for your child each and every day.
Parent Involvement
At South Shore Early Education, we take a whole-family approach that benefits children, parents, and caregivers alike. Our teachers and staff form a strong partnership with parents and caregivers. Parent involvement activities throughout the school year are also provided to families.
Parent Involvement activities include:
- Bus Safety
- Healthy Cooking Classes
- Active Parenting Class
- Grandparents Group
- Health Advisory meeting
- Big Buddy Little Buddy
- Yoga Classes
- Leadership Conference
- Cultural Diversity
- CPR/First Aid training
- Kindergarten Workshop
- Health Fair
- School Readiness Team
- Zumba Classes
- Fun with Food – Nutrition
Other Offerings at South Shore Early Education
