Ellis Early Learning

An educator’s gentle care fosters a deep sense of connection, creating a space where a child feels safe, seen, and free to be themselves. We are so grateful for our incredible team of Ellis educators!

In partnership with the New England Conservatory, our music classes invite every student — even our youngest — to explore rhythm, discover sound, and experience the joy and magic of music.

Our little ones love to stop and observe the MBTA trains as they go by! 🚆

These small pauses help build observation skills, language, and curiosity. By slowing down to look at the world around us, we can create space for thinking and conversation.

It’s a simple routine that turns everyday moments into opportunities for learning!

Curiosity starts here 🔎 Through hands-on sensory play, our youngest learners are discovering the foundations of STEM every day.

We were proud to join the Massachusetts STEM Summit at UMass Lowell’s NERVE Center! Ellis CEO Lauren Cook spoke about applied learning and the importance of early STEM education. Through hands-on, play-based experiences, our toddlers and preschoolers are building problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence. These early moments shape how children see themselves, and what they believe is possible. A stronger, more inclusive STEM workforce starts here.

Secretary Steve ZrikeMA Dept of Early Education and Care UMass Lowell

Future’s so bright 😎✨ At Ellis, we know the education and care we provide our little ones today helps shape the bright futures ahead.

On the move! We love a sunny stroll around the neighborhood. Hope everyone is staying cool today ☀️

We went to check on our bird feeders today! 🐦 Our Facilities Manager, Mr. Frank, set up a pulley system so we can bring them down to our littlest ones' eye level. Now everyone can track how often the birds are enjoying the snacks we set out for them! 💛

Happy Friday! We hope everyone has a ball this weekend! 🔴

Not even the rain can keep these little ones from adventuring! Our Froggies classroom took a stroll over to Copley Square to visit their friends the Tortoise and the Hare 🐸 🐢 🐇
We love all the exploring there is to do right in our neighborhood!

Nothing like a busy afternoon at the car wash 🚗🫧These friends worked together to get every vehicle cleaned up, using teamwork, plenty of pretend play, and problem-solving along the way. Moments like these help build communication skills, cooperation, and creativity through play. ✨