Summary
The city's preschool program has a 600-child wait list and a three-to-four-year wait. The new 7,000 sq ft facility at Westborough Park nearly doubles capacity from 59 to 100 kids and frees up the community center for senior and other programming.
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Last discussed May 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
A city capital project — construction costs weren't discussed at this hearing, but families get more affordable preschool seats.
Families on the preschool wait list, park users getting better ADA access and restrooms, and seniors gaining community center space.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — May 13, 2026
After eight years, the city is building a new childcare center for 100 kids — a project with a famously long waitlist where kids aged out before getting a spot.
Mock City Council — March 18, 2026
The council approved the staffing, budget amendment and additional funding needed to expand the Westborough Preschool from 60 to about 100 kids. Construction starts spring 2026 and takes about 15 months, with park accessibility upgrades included.
Planning Commission — February 19, 2026
The city's preschool program has a 600-child wait list and a three-to-four-year wait. The new 7,000 sq ft facility at Westborough Park nearly doubles capacity from 59 to 100 kids and frees up the community center for senior and other programming.
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