Springfield's single resource for navigating early childhood development

Foundations For Success Springfield connects parents, caregivers, and community programs with personalized guidance to ensure every child has the foundation to build a strong, bright future.

Springfield Parents & Caregivers
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Raising a child takes love, time, and support. Navigating early childhood services can sometimes feel confusing or overwhelming.


We've built clearer, more connected systems that make it easier for families to find the proper support when they need it. Whether you're looking for help with development, learning, or community programs, we're working to make the path forward easier to understand and access.

  • School Readiness
    Get your child ready for school in Greater Springfield,

    Get your child ready for school in Greater Springfield, discover Pre-K programs, learn about waitlists, track key developmental milestones, and find mental health and early childhood resources.

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  • Early Education and Care
    High-quality early education and care in Massachusetts (MA)

    High-quality early education and care in Massachusetts (MA) is characterized by a commitment to continuous quality improvement, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strong adult-child interactions. 

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  • Family and Caregiver Resources
    Resources for Springfield parents and caregivers

    Resources for Springfield parents and caregivers, including kindergarten registration, mental health support, developmental milestone screening (ASQ), Learn the Signs. Act Early, and child health and safety.

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PARENTS

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Supporting the people who support Springfield's children.

Educators, caregivers, and service professionals play a vital role in early childhood success. But you can't do this work alone.

  • Professional Development for Pre-K Teachers

    We have built a more connected, more coordinated system, so the people doing the most critical work have the tools, resources, and community they need to keep going strong.

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  • Career Pathways

    Explore career pathways and scholarships for early childhood educators on the FFSS Educators page, featuring free/low-cost community college programs, EEC certifications, and funded options from Bay Path, Springfield College, UMass, and more.

  • Child Care Resources

    Access essential resources for early childhood educators including mental health support, special needs training, professional development opportunities, advocacy initiatives, and specialized tools for early education success.

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Educators

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Springfield Educators & Providers
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About

Foundations for Success Springfield is a collaborative initiative between Springfield YMCA, Springfield Public Schools, Head Start, and Square One, designed to support you. We have built a more connected, more coordinated system, so the people doing the most critical work have the tools, resources, and community they need to keep going strong.

Our Partners

Square One
Head Start
Springfield Public Schools
Springfield YMCA