Pettengill Academy

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

🌟 About Pettengill Academy 🌟

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, we’ve been dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and eco-healthy environment where children can grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

πŸ‘©β€πŸ« 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.

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

πŸ₯— 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

πŸ’™ Our Commitment

Step 4 Quality Ratedβ€”the highest recognition in Maine’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 don’t just find childcareβ€”they discover a community built on love, learning, and lasting connections.

β˜€οΈ Tuesday smiles, laughter, and lots of fun! β˜€οΈThere's nothing better than seeing our classrooms and playgrounds filled...
06/09/2026

β˜€οΈ Tuesday smiles, laughter, and lots of fun! β˜€οΈ

There's nothing better than seeing our classrooms and playgrounds filled with happy faces, curious minds, and children making memories together.

From exploring and creating to running, playing, and sharing giggles with friends, every day at Pettengill Academy is an adventure. πŸ’œ

These are the moments that make childhood so magical, the friendships, the discoveries, the belly laughs, and the joy of simply being a kid.

Swipe through to see some of the fun we've been having this Tuesday! πŸ“Έβœ¨

πŸ‰β€οΈ Pettengill Academy This or That! β€οΈπŸ“It's time to settle an important summer debate...πŸ‘‡ Which would you choose?πŸ‰ Wate...
06/09/2026

πŸ‰β€οΈ Pettengill Academy This or That! β€οΈπŸ“

It's time to settle an important summer debate...

πŸ‘‡ Which would you choose?

πŸ‰ Watermelon
OR
πŸ“ Strawberries

Are you team juicy watermelon on a hot summer day, or team sweet strawberries all season long?

Tell us your pick in the comments and don't forget to use an emoji! ⬇️

πŸ‰ = Watermelon
πŸ“ = Strawberries

Let's see which summer favorite wins! β˜€οΈπŸ˜‹

06/08/2026

β˜€οΈ Make this their most unforgettable summer yet! β˜€οΈ

At Pettengill Academy Brunswick, summer is filled with laughter, discovery, friendship, and hands-on learning every single day.

Whether they're exploring new skills, making new friends, creating memories on the playground, or building confidence through play, your child will be part of a nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive.

We currently have limited openings available for:

πŸ‘Ά Infants
🚢 Toddlers
🎨 Preschool
🌟 School Age

Don't miss your chance to join the Pettengill Academy family this summer!

πŸ“ž Call today: 207-482-0090
🌐 Visit: www.PettengillAcademy.com

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

06/05/2026

🚨 AUBURN FAMILIES! 🚨

Looking for childcare this summer? Don't waitβ€”our openings are filling FAST! β˜€οΈ

πŸŽ’ Summer Enrollment is NOW OPEN for:
πŸ‘Ά Infants
🚢 Toddlers
🎨 Preschool
β˜€οΈ School Age

At Pettengill Academy, summer is packed with:
πŸ’œ Outdoor adventures
πŸ’œ Hands-on learning
πŸ’œ New friendships
πŸ’œ Creative exploration
πŸ’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!

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

πŸ“ž Call Auburn today: 207-241-4995
🌐 www.PettengillAcademy.com

Give your child their BEST SUMMER YET! πŸ¦‰β˜€οΈπŸ’œ

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

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

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

✨ 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! πŸ¦‰πŸ’œ

πŸ©πŸ¦‰ HAPPY NATIONAL DONUT DAY! πŸ¦‰πŸ©Our owl has one very important question...✨ Sprinkles or no sprinkles? ✨Today we're celeb...
06/05/2026

πŸ©πŸ¦‰ HAPPY NATIONAL DONUT DAY! πŸ¦‰πŸ©

Our owl has one very important question...

✨ Sprinkles or no sprinkles? ✨

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.

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

Bonus points if you share a picture! πŸ©πŸ’œ

β˜€οΈ It might be summer... but we're still learning! πŸ“šπŸŒˆAt Pettengill Academy, learning doesn't stop when the weather gets ...
06/04/2026

β˜€οΈ It might be summer... but we're still learning! πŸ“šπŸŒˆ

At Pettengill Academy, learning doesn't stop when the weather gets warmerβ€”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. πŸ’œ

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

β˜€οΈ Learning through play.
β˜€οΈ Growing through discovery.
β˜€οΈ Making memories along the way.

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

πŸ πŸ’œ Pettengill Play at Home πŸ’œπŸ 

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! 🧺✨

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. ❀️

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.

06/03/2026

β˜€οΈ Looking for childcare in Lewiston this summer? β˜€οΈ

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

πŸ‘Ά Infants
🚢 Toddlers
🎨 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!

πŸ“ž Call us today: 207-259-4945
🌐 Learn more: www.PettengillAcademy.com

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

06/03/2026

πŸ’œ Parenting Tip of the Week πŸ’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. ✨

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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