Where Every Child's Journey Matters

Providing quality care and enriching experiences for children from infancy through school age in Windham, Raymond, and surrounding communities.

What We Do

Comprehensive Care for Every Stage of Childhood

Space To Thrive offers a complete spectrum of childcare and educational programs for families in Windham, Raymond and the surrounding communities. Our services include:

  • Early Childhood Education (ECE) – Developmentally appropriate care and learning experiences for children from infancy through pre-K.
  • School Aged Child Care (SACC) – Before and after school programs, vacation care, and summer activities for elementary school students.

Discover how our programs can support your family’s unique needs by exploring our comprehensive offerings today.

Our Mission

Provide every child positive and accessible experiences that nurture development.

Our Vision

Every child thrives.

Our Core Values

Kindness

Kindness, golden rule, respect, listen, separate person from behaviors, assume positive intent, perspective taking, unconditional positive regard, empathy.

Integrity

Trust, transparency, do what we say we'll do, professionalism that meets the moment situationally.

Excellence

Provide quality care, ongoing program improvement and development, professional development opportunities, owning our actions, sharing responsibilities, modeling, evidence-based, learning from our mistakes.

Child Centered

Well-being and safety paramount, meet kids where they're at, developmentally appropriate practices, intentional, fun, relational.

Inclusivity

Value and accept difference, equitable lens, value input and communication to/from all stakeholders (children, staff, parents, community

Nationally Accredited

Space to Thrive is proud to be nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), a distinguished recognition that sets the program apart for its commitment to high-quality care and education. This prestigious accreditation has earned Space to Thrive a “Star 5” rating—the highest level in the quality rating system—demonstrating excellence in staff qualifications, curriculum, health and safety standards, and family engagement. As a result of this top-tier status, families enrolled at Space to Thrive may qualify for more substantial tax benefits and childcare subsidies, making high-quality early childhood education more accessible and affordable.

Programs & Services

Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Our newest program provides developmentally appropriate care and early learning experiences for children from newborns through pre-K. Through play-based learning, we create nurturing environments where our youngest community members can explore and thrive.

Before & After School Care

We offer reliable, engaging care for elementary students at Manchester, Primary, and Raymond Elementary Schools. Our dedicated staff creates safe, supportive environments where school-aged children develop important skills while building meaningful relationships.

Summer
Programs

Our summer care programs in Windham and Raymond feature field trips, themed activities, and outdoor adventures throughout the season. Registration for Summer 2025 opens March 14 for current families and March 21 for new families.

Registration Information

Enrollment Dates for Our Programs

Secure your child’s spot in our programs by registering during the appropriate enrollment period.

  • Summer SACC 2025 registration opens March 14 for current full-time families, with additional dates for part-time and new families.
  • School Year 2025-2026 enrollment begins June 2 for current families seeking full-time care.
  • ECE registration opens June 2 for current Space to Thrive families and June 9 for new families.

Get in touch with us

Registration for Early Childhood Education at Space to Thrive will open on June 9. Families currently enrolled at Space to Thrive SACC will have access beginning June 2. On June 9, the enrollment link will be available here. We will be reaching out with confirmation of enrolled spaces beginning July 15, 2025.