Pettengill Academy

Pettengill Academy Pettengill Academy provides the highest quality care for your child in Lewiston & Brunswick, Maine.

๐ŸŒŸ About Pettengill Academy ๐ŸŒŸ

Pettengill Academy is an early learning childcare center specializing in Infant, Toddler, and Preschool care, with locations in Lewiston, Auburn, and Brunswick, Maine. Since opening in 2012, weโ€™ve been dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and eco-healthy environment where children can grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ Our Story
Owner/Director Chan

tel Pettengill, a certified teacher in Maine with concentrations in Mathematics and English Language Learning, began her career teaching middle school. After seeing many students enter school lacking essential skills, she and her husband Zack opened Pettengill Academy to ensure that children receive the best possible start in life.

๐Ÿ“š Our Philosophy
We blend the Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf approaches with Maineโ€™s Early Learning Guidelines (aligned with Common Core). With child-led play and strong academics, our curriculumโ€”powered by the research-based Funnydaffer programโ€”encourages creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. Music, art, creative movement, and plenty of outdoor play are part of every childโ€™s day.

๐Ÿฅ— Meals & Care

Morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack provided daily

Fresh, healthy meals featuring produce from local farmers markets and our own garden

Homemade baby food prepared in-house, with safe storage for breast milk

Wipes and all learning materials supplied by the center

๐Ÿ’™ Our Commitment

Step 4 Quality Ratedโ€”the highest recognition in Maineโ€™s Quality Rating system

Eco-healthy practices that keep children safe and thriving

Strong parent partnerships, open houses, family nights, and cultural celebrations

Welcoming parents to visit, observe, or even stop in for a mid-day feeding

At Pettengill Academy, families donโ€™t just find childcareโ€”they discover a community built on love, learning, and lasting connections.

๐Ÿšจ AUBURN FAMILIES! ๐ŸšจLooking for childcare this summer? Don't waitโ€”our openings are filling FAST! โ˜€๏ธ๐ŸŽ’ Summer Enrollment i...
06/05/2026

๐Ÿšจ AUBURN FAMILIES! ๐Ÿšจ

Looking for childcare this summer? Don't waitโ€”our openings are filling FAST! โ˜€๏ธ

๐ŸŽ’ Summer Enrollment is NOW OPEN for:
๐Ÿ‘ถ Infants
๐Ÿšถ Toddlers
๐ŸŽจ Preschool
โ˜€๏ธ School Age

At Pettengill Academy, summer is packed with:
๐Ÿ’œ Outdoor adventures
๐Ÿ’œ Hands-on learning
๐Ÿ’œ New friendships
๐Ÿ’œ Creative exploration
๐Ÿ’œ Safe, nurturing care

From water play and sensory activities to building confidence and making memories, your child will be learning, growing, and having fun all summer long!

โœจ Limited spaces available.
โœจ Enroll now before they're gone!

๐Ÿ“ž Call Auburn today: 207-241-4995
๐ŸŒ www.PettengillAcademy.com

Give your child their BEST SUMMER YET! ๐Ÿฆ‰โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ’œ

๐Ÿ’œ Parenting is full of big moments... and little ones too. ๐Ÿ’œMaybe your child slept through the night.Maybe they finally ...
06/05/2026

๐Ÿ’œ Parenting is full of big moments... and little ones too. ๐Ÿ’œ

Maybe your child slept through the night.
Maybe they finally tried a new food.
Maybe they learned to share, use their words, or put on their shoes all by themselves.

No win is too small when it comes to raising little humans.

Today, we want to celebrate YOU and the incredible job you're doing as a parent.

โœจ Tell us in the comments:
What's been your biggest parenting win lately?

We can't wait to celebrate the milestones, memories, and proud moments with our Pettengill families! ๐Ÿฆ‰๐Ÿ’œ

๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿฆ‰ HAPPY NATIONAL DONUT DAY! ๐Ÿฆ‰๐ŸฉOur owl has one very important question...โœจ Sprinkles or no sprinkles? โœจToday we're celeb...
06/05/2026

๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿฆ‰ HAPPY NATIONAL DONUT DAY! ๐Ÿฆ‰๐Ÿฉ

Our owl has one very important question...

โœจ Sprinkles or no sprinkles? โœจ

Today we're celebrating one of the sweetest holidays of the year and having a little fun along the way! Whether you're enjoying a classic glazed, chocolate frosted, or a donut piled high with sprinkles, we hope your day is filled with smiles and sweet treats.

๐Ÿ‘‡ Tell us in the comments:
What's your favorite kind of donut?

Bonus points if you share a picture! ๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿ’œ

โ˜€๏ธ It might be summer... but we're still learning! ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŒˆAt Pettengill Academy, learning doesn't stop when the weather gets ...
06/04/2026

โ˜€๏ธ It might be summer... but we're still learning! ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŒˆ

At Pettengill Academy, learning doesn't stop when the weather gets warmerโ€”it just looks a little different.

You'll find us counting seashells, exploring nature, building friendships, creating masterpieces, conducting science experiments, and discovering new things through play every single day.

Because the best learning happens when children are engaged, curious, and having fun. ๐Ÿ’œ

From outdoor adventures to hands-on activities, our classrooms are filled with opportunities to grow, explore, and learn all summer long.

โ˜€๏ธ Learning through play.
โ˜€๏ธ Growing through discovery.
โ˜€๏ธ Making memories along the way.

๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ’œ Pettengill Play at Home ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ Looking for a simple way to keep your little one active, engaged, and learning at home?This...
06/04/2026

๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ’œ Pettengill Play at Home ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ 

Looking for a simple way to keep your little one active, engaged, and learning at home?

This week's Pettengill Play at Home activity is a Laundry Basket Obstacle Course! ๐Ÿงบโœจ

Using items you already have around the house, your child can jump, crawl, balance, and problem-solve their way through a fun family challenge. Not only is it a great way to burn off energy, but it also helps develop gross motor skills, coordination, confidence, and independence.

The best part? Learning happens through play, and creating these moments together builds memories that last a lifetime. โค๏ธ

Give it a try this week and let us know how it goes! We'd love to see pictures of your obstacle courses and hear about your child's favorite challenge.

โ˜€๏ธ Looking for childcare in Lewiston this summer? โ˜€๏ธPettengill Academy's Lewiston Campus has limited openings available ...
06/03/2026

โ˜€๏ธ Looking for childcare in Lewiston this summer? โ˜€๏ธ

Pettengill Academy's Lewiston Campus has limited openings available for:

๐Ÿ‘ถ Infants
๐Ÿšถ Toddlers
๐ŸŽจ Preschool

From outdoor adventures and hands-on learning to nurturing teachers and meaningful friendships, every day is designed to help children learn, grow, and thrive.

Openings are limited and fill quickly during the summer months!

๐Ÿ“ž Call us today: 207-259-4945
๐ŸŒ Learn more: www.PettengillAcademy.com

06/03/2026

๐Ÿ’œ Parenting Tip of the Week ๐Ÿ’œ

One of the hardest things parents can do is step back and let their child struggle.

Whether it's putting on a jacket, solving a puzzle, or figuring out a problem with a friend, those moments of challenge are where confidence grows.

As parents, we naturally want to help, but sometimes the greatest gift we can give our children is the opportunity to discover what they're capable of on their own.

The next time your child faces a challenge, try pausing before stepping in. A little encouragement and a lot of belief can go a long way.

Because every time a child says, "I did it myself!" they're building skills that will last a lifetime. โœจ

โœจ The Magic of Childhood โœจIt's found in muddy hands and grass-stained knees.In belly laughs shared with friends.In curio...
06/02/2026

โœจ The Magic of Childhood โœจ

It's found in muddy hands and grass-stained knees.
In belly laughs shared with friends.
In curious questions, big imaginations, and tiny moments that often pass by too quickly.

Childhood isn't about perfect pictures, it's about genuine joy, endless wonder, and the freedom to simply be a kid.

We're grateful to spend our days watching these little moments unfold, creating memories that will last a lifetime. ๐Ÿ’œ

โ˜€๏ธ June is packed with fun at Pettengill Academy! โ˜€๏ธMark your calendars for our special theme days, family events, and h...
06/02/2026

โ˜€๏ธ June is packed with fun at Pettengill Academy! โ˜€๏ธ

Mark your calendars for our special theme days, family events, and holiday closings this summer:

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ June 12 โ€“ Flag Day
Wear Red, White & Blue

๐Ÿ’™ June 18 โ€“ Father's Day Event
3:30 PM โ€“ 4:30 PM

๐Ÿ–๏ธ June 19 โ€“ Closed for Holiday

โ˜€๏ธ June 25 โ€“ Sunshine Day
Wear Yellow

๐ŸŽ† July 1 โ€“ 4th of July Themed Day
Wear Red, White & Blue

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ July 2 & 3 โ€“ Closed for the 4th of July Holiday

We can't wait to celebrate summer with our Pettengill families through fun, friendship, and lots of special memories! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿฆ‰๐Ÿ’›

The little moments. ๐Ÿ’œIn childcare, people often see the big milestones first steps, first words, big smiles, graduation ...
05/29/2026

The little moments. ๐Ÿ’œ

In childcare, people often see the big milestones first steps, first words, big smiles, graduation days.

But some of the most meaningful moments are the quiet ones.
The tummy time victories.
The tiny smirks.
The moments they look up at you because they feel safe, loved, and cared for.

These are the moments that matter. The moments that remind us that early childhood education is about so much more than daycare itโ€™s about building trust, confidence, connection, and a foundation for learning from the very beginning.

And honestly? Sometimes one little smile can make an entire day worth it. โœจ

Address

1 Atlantis Way
Lewiston, ME
04240

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12072594945

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