Licensed Daycare · Wayland, MA · Since 2019

Where small children
become big thinkers.

WonderWhiz Academy is a licensed, Reggio Emilia–inspired Chinese-English early learning center in Wayland — nurturing Kind, Curious, Courageous, and Creative children from 6 weeks to 5 years old.

EEC Licensed
6 Weeks – 5 Years
Bilingual Chinese-English
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Children learning and playing at WonderWhiz Academy
Trusted by Wayland & MetroWest families
6+
Years Open
3
Age Groups
5★
Reviews
7:30
Opens Daily
EEC Licensed & Certified
2 Meals + 2 Snacks Daily
Diapers & Wipes Provided
Indoor + Outdoor Space
Background-Checked Staff
Our Environment

A space that feels like a second home.

Before you think about curriculum, you need to feel it in your gut: my child will be okay here. That feeling starts the moment you walk through our door.

Designed for curiosity — bathed in natural light.

Our beautiful studio space features open areas for free play, cozy corners for quiet discovery, and a spacious outdoor playground. Every corner is designed to spark imagination and foster independence.

Safety you can see

Secure entry, camera-monitored spaces, and fully background-checked staff at every level. You'll never wonder if your child is safe.

Small groups, big attention

Low child-to-teacher ratios mean every child is seen, heard, and genuinely known — every single day, not just on good days.

Specialty Programs

A rich, full day — not just childcare.

Every program is built for the specific way children learn at each stage — weaving language, movement, creativity, and discovery into every single hour.

Infant · 6 wk – 18 mo
Little Wonders

Gentle, responsive care in a sensory-rich environment — fully calibrated to your youngest learner's pace and needs.

  • Bilingual lullabies & sensory play
  • Attachment-based responsive care
  • Daily tummy time & movement
  • Diapers & wipes always included
Toddler · 18 mo – 3 yr
Explorer Studio

High energy meets focused discovery. Toddlers learn by doing — and we give them so much to do, in two languages.

  • Dance n' Beats — 12 new songs/month
  • Music instruments exploration
  • Arts, crafts & messy play
  • Daily bilingual storytime
Preschool · 3 – 5 yr
Innovators Lab

Project-based learning and school-readiness — taught with joy and creativity, never pressure or rote drills.

  • Reggio Emilia project themes
  • STEAM: science, tech, art, math
  • Leadership & confidence building
  • Kindergarten readiness prep

Chinese and English — both, from day one.

The window for effortless bilingual acquisition closes earlier than most parents realize. At WonderWhiz, Mandarin isn't a Tuesday class — it's woven into storytime, songs, meals, and play every single day.

Daily Storytime
故事时间
gùshi shíjiān
Songs & Movement
音乐时间
yīnyuè shíjiān
Every Mealtime
吃饭了
chī fàn le · "time to eat"
Native-Level Teachers
老师
lǎoshī · teacher

Everything included — no surprise fees.

Our Team

Happy teachers raise thriving children.

We invest in our teachers like we invest in your children — because the best gift we can give your child is a teacher who genuinely loves coming to work every day.

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Isabella
Founder & Director

Mother of four. Founded WonderWhiz because she couldn't find the quality she envisioned for her own children. With over a decade of early childhood leadership, she built the center she always wished existed — first in Framingham, now in Wayland.

EEC Certified Reggio Trained Bilingual
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Our Teaching Team
Lead Educators

Every teacher at WonderWhiz holds EEC certification, participates in ongoing professional development, and is fully background-checked. We require it — not because we have to, but because your children deserve nothing less.

EEC Required Background Checked CPR Certified
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Teacher Wellbeing
Our Philosophy

We believe supported teachers bring out the best in every child. Our staff receive ongoing training, wellness support, and regular team outings to stay connected and energized — because joy is genuinely contagious.

Ongoing PD Wellness Support Team Culture
Parent Stories

Don't take our word for it.

Families from Wayland, Framingham, Natick, and across MetroWest trust WonderWhiz with the most important person in their lives.

★★★★★

"My daughter started picking up Mandarin within weeks. The teachers are so warm — she genuinely looks forward to every single day."

— Parent of a 3-year-old, Wayland
Most mentioned ✦
★★★★★

"The Reggio Emilia approach is real here — not just a marketing phrase. The project themes are creative and the kids absolutely love it."

— Parent of a toddler, Framingham
★★★★★

"Isabella and her team feel like family. Knowing my son is safe and thriving — there is no greater peace of mind as a working parent."

— Parent of an infant, Natick

Built for working families.

We know your mornings are rushed and your evenings are precious. We've designed everything — hours, meals, supplies — so you can drop off and actually focus on your day.

Hours
Mon–Fri, 7:30am–5:30pm
Location
53 Cochituate Rd, Wayland MA 01778
Call or Text
(617) 812-9303
Email
info@wonderwhizacademy.com
What's included in tuition:
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All meals — breakfast, lunch & 2 snacks daily
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Diapers & wipes for infants and toddlers
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All specialty programs — dance, music, STEAM
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Daily bilingual Chinese-English programming
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No surprise add-ons — everything in one tuition
Contact us for current tuition rates.
You're ready. So are we.

Come see it for yourself.

The best way to know if WonderWhiz is right for your family is to walk through our doors. Schedule a free tour — no pressure, just a real conversation.

Schedule a Free Tour → (617) 812-9303
53 Cochituate Rd, Wayland MA 01778
Mon–Fri, 7:30am–5:30pm
info@wonderwhizacademy.com