About Us
About the Director
My name is Sonia Rossi and I am the Owner and Director of First Step Child Care Center.
I have worked in childcare for 25 years as both a teacher and director. Throughout these years, I have witnessed many children grow and learn while building confidence and a strong self-esteem.
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I believe that every child is a unique individual who is entitled to their own thoughts, feelings, and opinions, and deserving of love and a sense of security. At First Step, I have created an environment where children can feel a sense of security and love, while learning and growing.
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I select my staff based on their experience, education, and most importantly, a love for children. Each staff member will be respectful of every child as an individual and will model loving and respectful behavior for children to follow with one another.
As a mother of two myself, I know how important it is for parents to have peace of mind while leaving their little ones during the day. Therefore, we want each child and parent to feel as though First Step is a safe and welcoming "second home".
About the Center
First Step is located in Watertown, MA.​ We are licensed for 67 children and offer early care and education for children between 3 months old and 5 years old.
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First Step is a play-based learning center, where children can experience learning through play in literature, sensory, science, mathematics, dramatics, and physical activity.
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First Step provides an environment where children can feel free to learn, grow and be safe with themselves and others with guidance from parents, educators and administration, who work together as a team.
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First Step believes helping children develop self-control is an enormous challenge and responsibility. Our staff are prepared to help children reach that milestone by supporting and guiding each child in a positive way.
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We believe that the first years of a child’s life are a crucial part of their development.​ We support parents in any way we can and believe in close collaboration between center and parents. We want the best for each child and hope that each child and parent has a wonderful experience at the center.