Preschool & Childcare Center Serving Bedford, MA
A Trusted Reputation Built Over 25 Years
Put your child in the capable care of an education- and family-focused preschool; we’ve been at the center of the community for 25 years. Give your little learner a head start with quality care in well-equipped classrooms filled with STEAM* activities.
*Science, technology, engineering, art, and math
Prepare Your Child For Success In School Now
Every day, your curious child explores an interactive curriculum. Experience Early Learning© introduces engaging themes, from dinosaurs and seasons to the garden and the ocean, while equipping children with the social-emotional skills they need for school.
Passionate Teachers with tenure Influence These Crucial Years
Trust in the expertise of experienced educators to spark your child’s love of learning. With state-approved certifications or degrees, our teachers are passionate about early education and, with an average of five years’ tenure, provide familiarity and consistency.
Supplementing The Curriculum With Weekly STEAM Development
Your child gets inspired by relevant themes and explores them through exciting projects that combine science, technology, engineering, art, and math. As they build race car ramps, erupting volcanoes, and more, they lay a solid academic foundation.
We Are Family-Owned And Put Our Heart Into All We Do
Family comes first in a preschool owned by Director Kim and her husband, who are on-site and on hand for any questions you have. Feel welcome and empowered to communicate directly with the team: we’re here for you.
You Are Part Of Your Child’s Every Triumph
Build strong relationships with your child’s teachers and work with us to give your child the best start. Your involvement in their education helps them thrive, and you enjoy support, including on-site speech and behavioral therapy.
Healthy Morning & Afternoon Snacks With An Organic Focus
Your child stays energized with delicious, healthy snacks every day. Their tasty bites are nut-free and meat-free, and the focus is on fresh organic ingredients that provide a nutrient-rich boost for bodies and minds.
See Your Child Laugh, Learn, & Play Throughout The Day
Get regular updates from your child’s teacher through the easy-to-use Lillio app. Never miss a milestone as you receive videos and photos of their fun activities and news about their progress, so you stay in the loop.
We Protect Your Family’s Health
3 Large Playgrounds To Explore In Expansive Natural Settings
Your child explores their age-specific outdoor space in safety. Toddlers find their feet with trikes, bikes, and a little slide. Preschoolers build motor skills on a climbing structure, and school-age kids strengthen their muscles on the monkey bars.
Rain Or Shine, Your Child Will Get The Exercise They Need
A large gross motor skills room awaits with lots of space for action, even in bad weather. Kids build their physical confidence with basketball hoops, driveable cars and scooters, tunnels to explore, and balls, toys, and parachutes to play with.
frequently asked questions
INFANT: 2 – 15 months
TODDLER: 16 months – 2.8 years
PRESCHOOL & PRE-K: 2.9 – 6 years
We’re usually open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
During Covid, our opening hours are 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
All our teachers hold Massachusetts Teaching Certifications, Childhood Development Associate’s certificates, or Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degrees in Early Childhood Education. Our Owner and Director, Kim, was trained at Toronto Montessori Institute and got her MBA from Simmons College in Boston. Kim has owned and operated the school for 15 years, and most teachers stay with us for five years or more.
Comprehensive protections keep your child safe, including:
- Keypad-access entrances
- Zero visibility from the street
- Fences around the playground
- Teachers with CPR certifications
Yes. Your child gets a morning and afternoon snack every day. Our food program focuses on organic, healthy bites. Everything is nut- and meat-free.
Yes, We Offer Tuition Support Options
Hear What Parents Have To Say...
"I appreciate the regular updates and photos we receive on the app"
My son loves his school! The positive impact of IBI on his development is clear- at home, he is always singing new songs, and articulating his needs with verbal and sign language. I appreciate the regular updates and photos we receive on the app. Communication from teachers and directors is always timely and clear.
"They have loving and committed teachers, a strong curriculum"
We just finished at Inch after almost 8.5 years! Inch was perfect for our family and both my boys were so ready to move to K. They have loving and committed teachers, a strong curriculum and we loved getting pictures and updates everyday through their App. They have a great playground, lunchroom and inside gym. Highly recommend for any families in the area.
"Teachers are so lovely, attentive to our kids and full of great ideas"
My kids have been attending Inch by Inch for almost three months now, and it has been wonderful. The teachers are so lovely, attentive to our kids and full of great ideas to teach my kids fun stuffs! The Directors are also doing a great job to make Inch by Inch feel like home. Thank you to all the staff.
"The teachers and program directors were very communicative"
We had a very positive experience with Inch for our son’s daycare. The infant and junior toddler classrooms offered so many activities for growth and development. The teachers and program directors were very communicative esp via the App. We will always appreciate all the support and care our son received from IBI!
"Inch by Inch is like a second home for my daughter"
The staff is amazing, and have so much heart, they truly care about each and every child. They are 100% committed to providing a safe, fun, and loving environment and I'm so thankful to have found such a wonderful place for my daughter to learn and grow!
"I could not be more happy with my experience at Inch by Inch"
I deeply appreciate how caring and compassionate the staff is, the teachers at IBI have always made me and my son feel comfortable and have always been ready to listen to any concerns that I may have. I would recommend this program to anyone looking for a safe, loving place to send their children.
"This is the best place I could of thought of having my child, while I stay busy at work!"
Not only do they have a great environment for activities and routine, the teachers are so nurturing & so loving.. a great combination what a 3 year old would want. I want to specially mention Miss Kim who is always there to listen to you, work with you & give suggestions.
"Inch by Inch has by far been a great experience for me!"
They have wonderful caring teachers and a great atmosphere. Both my kids are very happy here. The teachers are thoughtful and creative and very mindful of the parents wants and needs. They go over and above to accommodate any special requests for the children.
"My family had an amazing experience with Inch by Inch"
Their daycare teachers communicated well about all aspects of my babies' days -- bottles, diapers, etc., and knew my babies well enough to immediately notice when something was off and they weren't feeling well.
"I can’t say enough great things about my experience with the Inch By Inch family."
The other thing that I LOVE about inch is the inclusion of all cultures and festivities. They are constantly celebrating various festivities from around the world and teaching kids. I really appreciate that and want my kids to understand that we all are different and come from different backgrounds and celebrate different holidays but yet value the same things in the end.
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Inch by Inch"
They are flexible and caring and our daughter is always happy to see her friends and teachers in the morning. We believe she has achieved many of her milestones (like standing and walking) by watching the bigger kids and wanting to be like them.
How Old Is Your Child?
Infants
2 - 15 months
toddlers
16 months - 2.8 years
16 months -
2.8 years
PRESCHOOL & PRE-K
2.9 - 6 years
Infants
2 - 15 months
toddlers
16 months - 2.8 years
16 months -
2.8 years
PRESCHOOL & PRE-K
2.9 - 6 years
AFTER SCHOOL
K-11 years
