The LEAP School Bedford

"LEAP is a top notch program, and we are so thankful for the teachers and director. Our son and daughter both attended the preschool, and we loved it. The staff are incredible, and they truly care about the students and their growth. It was a sad day for our family when it was time to graduate from LEAP! I would absolutely recommend the program."- Lindsey Sullivan

LEAP School Bedford opened in 2007 and is located at 376 Concord Road (Route 62 near the Concord Border). It was the first LEAPschool designed and built from the ground up. Our school offers infant, young toddler, toddler, preschool, and transitional kindergarteneducation programs. The school has spacious, well-equipped classrooms and a library filled with children’s literature and parent resources. There is a large gross motor room that is used for visiting specialist teachers (yoga, music, drama, and science), gym activities during our New England winters, and a place for all school meetings, seminars, and presentations for parents. The large fenced playground includes an outdoor classroom, climbing and riding equipment, water features, gardens, sand and water play areas, and a

Center Programs

Infant

Infant (6 Weeks - 18 Months)

Our infant program provides a warm, nurturing environment where caregivers form close bonds with babies, ensuring a secure and trusting relationship. Each infant follows their own schedule, with individualized care routines for feeding, sleeping, and play. Our educators support early development through sensory exploration, attachment-based play, and language-rich interactions, including the introduction of basic American Sign Language (ASL).

Key Focus Areas:

  • Building secure attachments with primary caregivers
  • Encouraging free exploration and movement
  • Facilitating play that supports sensory and cognitive development
  • Respecting each infant’s natural rhythms and routines

Toddler

Toddler (18 Months - 3 Years)

Toddlers are naturally curious, energetic, and eager to explore. Our toddler program fosters independence while encouraging language development and social-emotional growth. Through hands-on activities, play-based learning, and structured routines, toddlers gain foundational skills for future learning.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
  • Expanding language and communication through ASL and verbal expression
  • Encouraging social-emotional growth through cooperative play
  • Sensory experiences, music, and movement to enhance cognitive development
Pre-Schooler

Preschool (3-4 Years)

Preschoolers are eager learners, exploring their world with curiosity and excitement. Our preschool program builds upon their natural interests, incorporating early literacy, math, science, and creative expression into their daily routines. Play-based learning helps children develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and social connections.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Developing early literacy and numeracy skills
  • Encouraging creative expression through art, music, and dramatic play
  • Building independence and confidence in learning
  • Enhancing social and problem-solving skills through group activities

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Center Director

Brandy DiBenedetti, Program Director at LEAP Bedford, has dedicated 16 years of her life to the LEAP School, finding profound meaning and joy in each day. Serving as a leader in various roles, including Curriculum Director and now Program Director, she has had the privilege of witnessing the growth of countless children through diverse learning experiences. Brandy's passion for early childhood development is deeply rooted in her grandmother's influence, who ran a home daycare in central Maine
Portrait of the LEAP School Director
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