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Summer has a way of slowing things down in the best possible way. The schedules relax a little, the weather invites us outside, and suddenly the simplest moments become the

If you’ve ever spent time with infants, you know, there is nothing “little” about the first year of life. It’s big, it’s fast, and it’s full of moments that matter

In today’s world, information spreads quickly, especially on social media. A single post, comment, or review can travel fast and spark concern, particularly when it involves something as important as

Biting is one of the most common (and stressful!) behaviors adults encounter in early childhood, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. If you’ve ever had a child bite

“All They Do Is Play…” It’s one of the most common questions parents ask about preschool: “But are they actually learning?” The answer? Yes. Constantly. In early childhood education, play

In a world where childcare is often called “daycare,” we choose to be something more. Pettengill Academy was built on a simple but powerful belief: Children deserve more than supervision.

Hello, I’m Katie Bickford, Auburn’s School Director. I have spent more than a decade working in early childhood education, and nothing brings me more joy than watching children grow in

This is what I am envisioning for our year here at the Pettengill Academy Brunswick location: a year filled with laughter and learning, calm classrooms, collaborative learning experiences, effective and

At Pettengill Academy, we care about the whole child,  not just learning and development, but also health, confidence, and lifelong wellness. One important part of that foundation is something we