Precious Memories Place A Preschool & Childcare Center
Precious Memories Place is a preschool and lifestyle center, time-honored for its high quality approach and attention to detail at all levels for the entire family unit. At our preschool we’ve created a special place for children to not only grow and develop along the way, but a place for them to CELEBRATE each and every step.
Precious Memories originated back in the fall of 1989 in the small town of Fairhaven, MA. As the original founder and creator, I am proud to share my innovative and ever-evolving Preschool and Lifestyle Center. Thirty-five years and six centers later, I designed a secure and comfortable place where your child’s physical, emotional and academic journey begins. As a comprehensive childcare center equipped with an experienced and educated team we supply the highest of quality care, guidance and family-serving programs.
As a professionally-trained Life Coach I believe in strong role modeling, self-awareness, reflection and tools to live a healthy-minded life filled with confidence, motivation and pride.
“Children are my passion and their happiness and a strong, positive beginning is my goal. I couldn’t feel more complete in the career path I’ve chosen. I’ve built decades of Precious Memories with the help of your children!”
Christine Eckersley, Owner & Director
The Journey To A Path Well Traveled
Experience "Life Coaching" at its best …here at Precious Memories Place.
There is strong value around creating a positive belief system at an age where children are most receptive. "Life Coaching" explores around the art of setting goals and fostering positive thinking. Both of which are needed to fuel ones determination and persistence to embrace growth and a Path Well Traveled.
With some basic “Life Coaching” experiences in their back pocket, our group of children are given the opportunity, at the beginning stages of development, to generate their own insights and solutions… A valuable gift at all ages!
Soaring & Exploring
Revolutionary Academics
Through our progressive activities, concrete learning opportunities, and support and encouragement from our teachers, your child will soar through creating their academic foundation. Themed monthly units define our focus and direction while allowing space for self-expression and creativity. Each themed unit is inclusive of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and CT ELDS (CT Early Learning Development Standards)
Core values fostered regularly
Achievement | Team Work
Motivation | Respect
Enthusiasm | Systemic Living
Responsibility | Perseverance
Compassion
Neighbors & Nature
Precious Memories Place is collaborating with our neighbors at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center Coogan Farm to provide an enriching Before and After School experience for School Aged children. In this program children will benefit from all that Coogan Farm has to offer; indoor and outdoor spaces to explore and learn about nature. Areas of focus and exploration: Nature safety, animals and reptiles, nature maintenance, gardening, cooking, campfires, outdoor games and crafts. Servicing children up to age twelve.
Consider us your “home away from home” and your “extended family.” Together we create a strong foundation for your children.
"Treating our kids like family"
Precious Memories Place is the premier daycare in our area because they treat our kids like family. It's a very comforting feeling when the owner of a large facility can take the time out of her day to explain the history of how they started and where they are going in the future. From the top down starting with owner, administration and all of the teachers, we couldn't be happier or more grateful for the care and love we get at Precious Memories Place.
~ Sean from Westerly, RI
"Precious Memories is an Extension of Our Family!"
We have been so fortunate to have such wonderful care for our children. At every level--infant, toddler, pre-school and the new before and after partner program with Coogan Farm--our children have been happy, active, and safe...and more than ready for kindergarten! They really know our kids: what they like, what sets them off, what will distract them for a smooth and quick drop off...and they know when I need a hand getting my screaming three-year-old son into his coat, or finding an extra owl sticker for the baby, or just a pause and a chat at the end of the day before heading down the hall to gather my energetic trio. Balancing work and family is hard for us all, but Precious Memories has made it possible for me and my husband to do so with confidence, and we couldn't be more grateful.
~ Amanda from Mystic, CT
PRECIOUS MEMORIES PLACE
168 Greenmanville AvenueMystic, Connecticut 06355 Phone: (860) 415-9744
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Our Mission: To build an authentic, time-honored, learning experience for children. To provide many in-house conveniences for our families, in support of how precious time truly is. To bestow a place for children to not only grow and unfold, but a place for children to be present and celebrate each step of the way. Knowledge is power, let us empower their journey.