Infant Daycare in Chelsea, MA

Safe, nurturing infant daycare in Chelsea, MA for babies 8 weeks to 15 months — trusted by local families and designed to give your baby a loving start.

📍 Located at 99 4th Street in Chelsea

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We’re happy to answer any questions you have — including schedules, ages, childcare voucher help, availability, and more. Hablamos español • Falamos português • Nou pale kreyòl

Call us: 617-884-5016

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A Loving First Classroom

Choosing infant daycare is emotional. You’re not just looking for care — you’re looking for safety, warmth, and people you can trust completely.

At Best Friends Early Learning Center, our infant childcare program is designed to feel like a second home. With small class sizes, responsive teachers, and a calm, structured environment, babies receive the individualized attention they need to grow and feel secure.

We are licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and follow strict health, safety, and safe sleep regulations.

Why Families Choose Our Infant Daycare

We focus on relationships first.

Our teachers build strong, consistent bonds with each baby through responsive care, gentle communication, and predictable routines. Feedings follow your baby’s individual schedule, and naps take place in safe, supervised crib environments that follow Massachusetts safe sleep regulations. Play is purposeful, soothing, and developmentally appropriate.

Throughout the day, infants experience:

Sensory exploration
Tummy time and motor development
Music and early language exposure
Warm, attentive interaction

Every moment is an opportunity to support healthy development — without overwhelming your baby.

Stay Connected to Your Baby’s Day

We understand how hard it can be to be away from your baby.

Through the Brightwheel app, you receive:

Real-time updates on feedings and naps
Photos and videos
Direct communication with teachers

You’ll always know how your baby’s day is going.

Meet Your Care Team

Our educators are the heart of our program. I’m deeply proud of the team we’ve brought together — caregivers who combine training, experience, and genuine warmth in everything they do.

— Julie Brown

Annie Mosanto

18 years in early childhood • Speaks Haitian Creole, French & English

Kimberly Minor

20+ years in early childhood leadership • Mom and advocate for neurodiverse children

Vanessa Mejia

16+ years in early childhood • Spanish & English

Geovanna Goncalves

Trilingual educator (CDA) • Mom of twins • Portuguese, Spanish & English

Melissa Pineda

15+ years teaching globally • Published educator • Spanish & English

Lori Rosen

30 years in Early Education & Care

Caterina Montesinos

EEC-licensed teacher • Spanish & English

Ellen Gomes

Brazilian educator • Warm, joyful Pre-K teacher • Portuguese, Spanish & English

Supporting Infant Development

Our infant childcare program nurtures:

Emotional security
Strong attachments create the foundation for confidence and learning.

Early language growth
Children are exposed to English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole in natural, conversational ways.

Motor development
Safe floor time, reaching, grasping, and movement are encouraged daily.

Smooth transitions
As babies grow, we thoughtfully prepare them for toddler classrooms with consistency and care.