Knowledge Beginnings in Billerica has been nationally recognized for its longevity of staff.
Many of our passionate and dedicated teachers have been here since our school opened in December of 2000.
All teachers have college education and specialized training in early childhood development.
Laura Tusa (Center Director) and Kristen Parent (Assistant Director) have also been with Knowledge Beginnings since 2000.
Low staff turnover is an important factor when looking for a quality child care program…..when the teachers are happy to be here, so are the children!!!!!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2000
Student Body
Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Knowledge Beginnings in Billerica is conveniently located near Route 3, Route 495, and Route 128. We have been providing the highest quality in child care since December of 2000. Our state-of-the-art building, comprehensive curriculum for each age group, and exceptionally clean environment are what make us the top choice for families when choosing a child care center in this area. In addition, we are nationally accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
- Health and safety are top priorities here at Knowledge Beginnings. All of our educators are certified in CPR and First Aid. In addition, we have a secure keypad entry and fenced playgrounds for all age groups. All classroom activity can be viewed from the monitors in our large, spacious lobby area. We also have a Health Care Consultant to help answer medical questions that parents may have regarding their child's health and well-being.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- ChildCare Credit ChildCare Resoutce Center Will accept any additional subsidy/voucher programs and all ages
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Billerica Knowledge Beginnings?
The application deadline for Billerica Knowledge Beginnings is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Billerica Knowledge Beginnings is Nashoba Learning Group (2.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Faulkner Kindergarten (1.4 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
0 Faulkner St
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 663-3615
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 663-3615
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 15 students
Nashoba Learning Group
Special Education School
10 Oak Park Dr
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-2500
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-2500
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 120 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
52 Middlesex Turnpike
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-7880
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-7880
3 miles
Gr: NS-K
North Billerica KinderCare ![North Billerica KinderCare Photo - North Billerica KinderCare Front]( "North Billerica KinderCare Photo - North Billerica KinderCare Front")
Daycare / Preschool
179 Boston Rd.
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 670-9070
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 670-9070
3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 81 students
Ne Pediatric School
Special Education School
78 Boston Rd
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
3.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 57 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Nashoba Learning Group
Special Education School
10 Oak Park Dr
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-2500
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-2500
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 120 students
Ne Pediatric School
Special Education School
78 Boston Rd
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
3.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 57 students Tuition listed
The Guild For Human Services ![The Guild For Human Services Photo]( "The Guild For Human Services Photo")
Special Education School
521 Virginia Road
Concord, MA 01742
(781) 893-6000
Concord, MA 01742
(781) 893-6000
5.1 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 65 students
575 Virginia Road, Suite 100
Concord, MA 01742
(781) 235-4805
Concord, MA 01742
(781) 235-4805
5.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
1400 Lowell Road
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 371-6524
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 371-6524
5.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 427 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 71 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Nashoba Learning Group
Special Education School
10 Oak Park Dr
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-2500
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-2500
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 120 students
Ne Pediatric School
Special Education School
78 Boston Rd
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
3.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 57 students Tuition listed
6 Lexington St
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 526-5368
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 526-5368
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 65 students Tuition listed
Mount Hope Christian School
(Christian)
3 Mcginnis Dr
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 272-1014
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 272-1014
5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Education School
521 Virginia Road
Concord, MA 01742
(781) 893-6000
Concord, MA 01742
(781) 893-6000
5.1 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 65 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
0 Faulkner St
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 663-3615
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 663-3615
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 15 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
52 Middlesex Turnpike
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-7880
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-7880
3 miles
Gr: NS-K
North Billerica KinderCare ![North Billerica KinderCare Photo - North Billerica KinderCare Front]( "North Billerica KinderCare Photo - North Billerica KinderCare Front")
Daycare / Preschool
179 Boston Rd.
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 670-9070
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 670-9070
3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 81 students
Primrose School Of Burlington
Daycare / Preschool
10 Greenleaf Way
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 265-4400
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 265-4400
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Bedford Montessori School
Montessori School
8 Alfred Circle
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-3344
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-3344
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 58 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mill Pond School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6 Olde Hickory Path
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7780
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7780
9483.3 miles
Gr: 4-6 | 834 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Westborough High School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
90 West Main Street
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7720
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7720
9483.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,213 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
J Harding Armstrong
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18 Fisher Street
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7760
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7760
9483.8 miles
Gr: K-3 | 391 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Sarah W Gibbons Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
20 Fisher Street
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7740
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7740
9483.8 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 610 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Elsie A Hastings Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
111 East Main Street
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7750
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 836-7750
9484.1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 478 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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