About Us

Pathways for Children is dedicated to meeting the educational, social, and emotional needs of children and families on Massachusetts’ North Shore.  With centers located in Gloucester, Beverly and Salem, our year-round programming served more than 2,500 Essex County children and their family members in 2020.

Pathways for Children nurtures children and supports families impacted by economic and social inequity through programs that EDUCATE, ENRICH, EMPOWER and MOTIVATE.  Pathways' programs and culture are built around four core values:  respect, trust, collaboration and opportunity.  Since 1967, Pathways has grown from a small Head Start program serving Cape Ann children to its current status as a leading provider of holistic family support, with services ranging from comprehensive early education and care to parent training and support groups.