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EEC licensed · South End, Boston

A safe, loving home for children in Boston’s South End

Jireh Family Child Care Group Inc. is a licensed family child care home led by owner and lead educator Marlenis Santos.

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  • Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education
  • Lead Teacher Certificate
  • EEC Licensed
  • Caring for children since 2013
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Park across the street

Outdoor play every day

Silver Line nearby

About 3 minutes from Downtown

Meet the director

Marlenis Santos

Owner and lead educator

Families know Marlenis as a steady, warm presence. She has worked in family child care since 2013 and previously served as a lead teacher in a child care center.

She holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Lead Teacher Certificate. Jireh Family Child Care Group Inc. is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Marlenis has been a proud business owner for more than two years.

Days here are calm and purposeful: songs, stories, movement, outdoor play, and the individual attention a small home can give.

Our philosophy

Children learn best when they feel safe, known, and joyfully challenged. We pair nurturing routines with early learning, so each child can grow in language, confidence, and kindness.

A licensed team

A qualified, licensed assistant works alongside Marlenis, so care stays personal and attentive throughout the day.

Credentials

  • Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education
  • Lead Teacher Certificate
  • Licensed by the Massachusetts EEC
  • Qualified, licensed assistant on the team

Experience

  1. Since 2013

    Working in family child care

  2. Lead teacher

    Former lead teacher in a child care center

  3. 2+ years

    Proud owner of this program

Programs

Care that grows with your child

Nurturing, structured days for children from 3 months through the early school years, plus after-school care.

  • 3 months+

    Infants

    Focus: Security and senses

    Responsive care that follows each baby’s rhythm. We focus on secure relationships, gentle sensory play, songs, and restful routines.

  • Early explorers

    Toddlers

    Focus: Language and movement

    Curious movers and new talkers build language, motor skills, and social confidence through hands-on play and simple routines.

  • School readiness

    Pre-School

    Focus: Ready to learn

    Early literacy, numbers, curiosity, and friendship skills grow through stories, small-group play, and hands-on activities.

  • School age

    After School

    Focus: Unwind and finish strong

    A calm landing after the school day, with a snack, homework support, creative play, and time at the park across the street.

Why families choose us

Simple for a Boston workday

81 East Berkeley St. Apt. 2 sits in the South End, across from a park and a short trip from Downtown.

  • Park across the street

    Outdoor play and nature exploration happen in the park right across from our home.

  • Close to public transit

    Nearby buses and trains make drop-off and pickup simpler for commuting parents.

  • 3 minutes from Downtown

    A short trip into Downtown Boston, a practical fit for families working in the city.

  • Walking distance to the Silver Line

    The MBTA Silver Line is a walk away, handy for parents heading toward Downtown.

Hours

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Open weekdays for the full care day.

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Tell us a little about your family. A visit during our open hours is the best way to see whether this home feels right.