Bright Futures Start Here
For more than 25 years, Beautiful Beginnings has partnered with families across Providence to give children a safe, nurturing and joyful place to learn and grow.
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A CENTER FAMILIES TRUST
5-star rating
Years serving Providence families
Rhode Island State Pre-K classrooms
Openings change by classroom
Availability varies by age group and changes through the year. Right now we have limited openings for four and five year olds, and the infant and toddler lists are long.
Joining the waitlist does not guarantee a place. It is how we reach you when one opens, and how we understand what families in Providence need.
WHO WE ARE
Every family wants to know their child will be seen
Families should feel straight away that Beautiful Beginnings respects them as partners, welcomes their culture and their circumstances, and offers a dependable community where children and families both thrive. We are a division of Jammat Housing and Community Development Corporation.
6 WEEKS TO 21 MONTHS
Infant Care
Small groups, consistent caregivers, and daily word from us about how your baby ate, slept and played.
21 MONTHS TO 3 YEARS
Toddler Care
Room to move, language everywhere, and the steady routines that help a toddler feel safe enough to explore.
3 TO 5 YEARS
Preschool and Pre-K
Play-based learning that gets children ready for kindergarten, across four Rhode Island State Pre-K classrooms.
A day at Beautiful Beginnings
Photographs from our classrooms on Elmwood Avenue. Circle time, art, meals together, and the everyday work of getting to know each child.
What families ask us most
How does the waitlist work?
You join through the form on our Admissions page. It reaches Cibil Carter, our office manager, who records your child’s age, the start date you want and your schedule. You will get a confirmation straight away. We contact families when a place opens in the right classroom.
What ages do you serve?
Six weeks through five years. Infant care runs to about 21 months, toddler care from 21 months to three years, and preschool from three to five, including our Rhode Island State Pre-K classrooms.
What does tuition include?
Tuition covers your child’s place, meals and snacks through the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and all classroom materials. Rates are set by age group and by how many days a week your child attends. Current rates are on the Admissions page.
Do you accept CCAP or other funding?
Yes. We accept the Child Care Assistance Program for families who qualify, we offer Early Head Start on site through our partnership with Children’s Friend, and our Rhode Island State Pre-K classrooms are free to families selected in the state lottery.
What are your hours and holiday closures?
We are open Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm, at 700 Elmwood Avenue. Holiday closures are shared with families in advance and posted on our News and Events page.