About Us
Welcome to Tender Years — where we create a loving, supportive, and safe environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive. Our dedicated team is passionate about providing high-quality early childhood education that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child. We pride ourselves on maintaining a team of highly trained professionals who are committed to your child's well-being and development. All of our staff members are certified in CPR, First Aid, Med Certification, and are fully up-to-date with Connecticut’s Early Learning and Development Standards (ELDS). We continuously invest in professional development to ensure that our team is equipped with the latest knowledge and best practices in early childhood education. At Tender Years, we are more than just caregivers—we are partners in your child’s growth and a trusted resource for your family.
Our mission is to foster a love of learning in your little ones, by providing engaging, creative lesson plans and hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and imagination.
“A creative education has the power to catapult children into a lifetime of curiosity.”
— Teresa Paternoster & Karen Hummel, Founders of Tender Years & Tender Years Too!
