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Recent after school program reviews in Melrose, MA

Learning Cottage Preschool

5.0

My son used to go to this day care when he was about a year old. Shabana is very nice, disciplined and caring. We moved to another state and still miss this school. It is a very homely environment which is warm and cozy.

- Meenal M

Children's Playhouse Daycare Inc.

5.0

great facility, very happy with them :)

- Gautam G

Global Children School

5.0

I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both Russian & Spanish in their classes. Of course English too. They also introduce the children to STEM for early development. They provide the children breakfast, lunch...

- Marigo S

Debbie's Child Care

5.0

My daughter stayed with Debbie from a year and a half until she was three. Not only is Debbie an incredible and supportive person, she also rarely closes (which is excellent for demanding jobs). She taught my daughter all of the things she needed to learn at her age (and more), but, most...

- Emily

Toddle Inn Daycare

5.0

For me, selecting who to leave my 4-month old infant with was one of the hardest, most gut-wrenching experiences - but, Corinne and her awesome team of assistants made it easy. From the second you enter her clean and inviting home, you know you have found somewhere special. It is a child's dream...

- Anna L

After school programs in Melrose, MA

Melrose Day Care

121 W Foster St, Melrose, MA

Starting at $220/wk

Melrose daycare center is a NAEYC accredited and a level 2 QRIS recognized early childhood education facility at 121 W Foster St, Melrose, MA. Their center provides an age-appropriate care to infants through pre-K in a safe and nurturing environment.

Learning Cottage Preschool

Learning Cottage Preschool

21 Douglas Ave, Burlington, MA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(2)

I am Shabana, mother of 3 children, certified curriculum coordinator, director and lead teacher for children, aged birth to 8 years. I have 18 yrs of experience in early childhood education. Learning Cottage is a curriculum and theme based licensed family daycare and aftercare for toddlers...
5.0
"I am currently working as a licensed assistant teacher at Learning Cottage Preschool and have enrolled my own son too. Shabana the owner and lead teacher is very focused on curriculum, educational as well as gross motor skills of every child in the center. I am a...

Salija G


Children's Playhouse Daycare Inc.

46 Bucknam Street., Everett, MA

Starting at $385/wk

5.0

(2)

Children's Playhouse Daycare, Inc. is a warm, family oriented childcare center with a professional atmosphere. We have two locations. Our Infant/Toddler location is located right next to our preschool location. Both locations include all meals. Breakfast, Lunch and afternoon Snack are served...
5.0
"great facility, very happy with them :)"

Gautam G


Global Children School

Global Children School

4A Gill St, Woburn, MA

Costimate: $267/wk

5.0

(6)

WELCOME to the first Global Children School in Massachusetts! * Quality Early Childhood Education * Full Immersion Approach English, Spanish and Russian * Child-Centered Approach * Project-Based Guided Learning * Intercultural Mindfulness * Global and Sustainable Living Perspective * accepting...
5.0
"Great school with amazing staff."

Jeffrey D


Debbie's Child Care

Debbie's Child Care

8 Beckett St., Peabody, MA

Starting at $6/hr

5.0

(3)

Debbie's Child Care is a family-owned business located in Peabody, Ma. I have been in operation for over 20 years and I am licensed through Early Education and Care (EEC). License number: 9085294. I am licensed for 6 children, ages infant to school aged, for full-time or part-time care. In my 20+...
5.0
"Debbie's Child Care is a wonderful home-based family child care. She is professional, knowledgeable and responsive. I know that when I drop my son off he is safe, happy and in a nurturing environment. There are many stimulating toys to play with, and Debbie does...

Nicole M


Toddle Inn Daycare

Toddle Inn Daycare

10 Sumner Rd, Salem, MA

Costimate: $237/wk

5.0

(1)

Toddle Inn Daycare is a licensed home daycare that has been in business for the past 22 years. We offer a nationally recognized Mother Goose preschool curriculum for children of all ages. My home is in Salem, on the Swampscott/Marblehead line and resides in a quiet neighborhood with a large fenced...
5.0
"For me, selecting who to leave my 4-month old infant with was one of the hardest, most gut-wrenching experiences - but, Corinne and her awesome team of assistants made it easy. From the second you enter her clean and inviting home, you know you have found...

Anna L


L. Family Daycare

40 Chestnut Street, Stoneham, MA

Costimate: $291/wk

4.3

(7)

I am a licensed family child care in Stoneham. I have been doing home daycare for 16 years, but prior to that I was a Director of a group daycare center. My home daycare is just that a home daycare. I want my children to feel as comfortable as they feel at their own home. I feel the same way about...
5.0
"I took my daughter to Stephanie after being home with her for 7 months straight during the COVID lockdown. During this time, I grew very attached to my little girl, and eventually became so attached that I trusted few others to care for her. Eventually, when it was...

Mike F


Tiny Tots Daycare

Tiny Tots Daycare

54 Loring Ave, Winchester, MA

Starting at $55/day

5.0

(8)

We are a daycare currently residing in a quiet part of Winchester, MA. We take care of all children between the ages of infancy to 5 years. Tiny Tots daycare offers a range of educational services depending on the age of the child. For babies and toddlers we cover a range of subjects such as Colors,...
5.0
"My daughter loves Zarqa and Tiny Tots. She is learning a ton and having a great time doing it, We are expecting a second kid in the fall and when he/she is ready I'm sure they will love Tiny Tots as much as our daughter does."

Evan


Little Star Of Ours

Little Star Of Ours

3 Palermo Street, Cambridge, MA

Starting at $100/day

5.0

(5)

Licensed Family Child Care Educator by the Office of Child Care Services and the National Association for Family Child Care Accreditation (NAFCCA). Curriculum Includes: Bilingual (Spanish/English) and multicultural environment. Language Development (both languages). Sensory...
5.0
"My daughter has been here for some time now and it's definitely a high quality family day care. Great alternative to large day care centers where your child does not get as much individual attention, without compromising on having fun educational activities in a...

Shirley P


Friendly Foundations, Inc.

Friendly Foundations, Inc.

68 South Avenue, Revere, MA

Starting at $6/hr

5.0

(1)

Friendly Foundations, Inc. provides an exceptional educational experience for your child! Our small class size enables us to: - individualize each child's education - build a home/school partnership - utilize an outstanding research-based curriculum - provide a loving, safe, and nurturing...
5.0
"My son is 4 years old and has been attending Friendly Foundations since September. Though we originally wanted him to attend public preschool there were not enough spots left. After researching several options in the area we came across Friendly Foundations...

Ginny F


Shirin Family Day Care

Shirin Family Day Care

8 Theresa Road, Stoneham, MA

Starting at $100/day

3.0

(2)

Licensed and certified Montessori teacher in business since 1990, providing an in-home Montessori program for infants and toddlers in a well equipped, safe, warm and loving environment. Small group of children and limited spots are available, individual care and attention for each child is...
5.0
"Our son started care with Ms. Ahmed when he was 12 weeks old. From the very start, he was always happy and content when we picked him up each day. Ms. Ahmed provided a very nurturing and loving environment. We loved receiving pictures and videos of my son during...

EJ


Paige Academy

Paige Academy

28 HIGHLAND AVE, Roxbury, MA

Costimate: $222/wk

5.0

(1)

Paige Academy is an independent school offering a comprehensive, culturally affirming and developmentally based educational environment. We provide Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Programs as well as our Elementary School curriculum in Arts, Sciences, Humanities, and Technology for children ages 6...
5.0
"This is an excellent school! The teachers are loving and the environment is friendly and inviting."

Jasmine C


Rock and Roll Daycare

Rock and Roll Daycare

574 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA

Costimate: $281/wk

5.0

(1)

Nanny Recruiter is a premium placement agency for full-time and part-time Nannies throughout the Greater Boston area. Our full-time recruiters will work with you to assist in personalizing the selection process of a Nanny. We simplify many of our processes through automatic billing, payroll...
5.0
"Creative childcare facility. There is a very strong emphasis on music. The teachers take great care of the children, and the office staff respond quickly to any parental question or issues."

Katie B


Lucy's Family Daycare

Lucy's Family Daycare

55 S Waverly St, Brighton, MA

Starting at $300/wk

3.7

(3)

Lucy's Family Daycare provides childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children in Brighton Massachusetts.We are conveniently located close to the Mass Pike, Storrow Drive and Memorial Drive. We encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered...
5.0
"Wonderful, welcoming and accommodating family daycare. After visiting many other daycares nothing compared to the warm trusting feeling i got when leaving my boys with Lucy and her assistants. Not to mention the numerous current and past references that i was given...

Christina G


New Beginnings Preschool

New Beginnings Preschool

9 Margin St, Peabody, MA

Starting at $260/mo

5.0

(3)

The New Beginnings Preschool in Peabody, Massachusetts offers a multicultural preschool for pre-K children. They provide a safe environment where the children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. Their staff is trained and experienced in caring for children with developmental...
5.0
"We offer a fun, nurturing, educational and safe environment for preschool children. Our curriculum is designed keeping in mind the physical and intellectual developmental characteristics of preschool age children. Our lessons are interactive and engaging. The...

Debra S


Musical Chairs Daycare

Musical Chairs Daycare

11 Ellsworth Rd, Peabody, MA

Costimate: $255/wk

3.4

(5)

Musical Chairs Daycare provides families with quality home daycare in the town of Peabody MA. I am focused on giving every child a sense of extended family and a home away from home where they can use their imaginations and expand their minds through play and planned educational activities in a safe...
5.0
"My son has been going here for awhile. Lisa is always attentive and great with him. He can be a handful but that's not an issue. He loves going here and has so much fun learning and playing. He is always well cared for and I never have to worry about how his day is...

Rob


Wicked Cool For Kids

Wicked Cool For Kids

38 Montvale Ave G80, Stoneham, MA

Wicked Cool for Kids is an education company that specializes in customized enrichment programs in science, art, and technology for kids through 6th grade. We have been offering our programs in New England since 2007. We offer an exciting array of after-school programs that extend young...

Cambridge Community Center

Cambridge Community Center

5 Callender Street, Cambridge, MA

Starting at $140/wk

Cambridge Community Center Located between Central Square and Memorial Drive, the Cambridge Community Center has been serving the Cambridge Riverside community since 1929. Today our mission is to promote community cooperation and unity and empower youth, individuals, and families. We offer...

Project Learn Extended Day Program

Project Learn Extended Day Program

1 CHARLES GARDNER LN, Woburn, MA

Costimate: $251/wk

We offer a licensed after school program from 2:30-5:45 for children ages 5-14. In the Summer we offer a top ten ranked Summer Camp for ages 5-14. For more inquires, questions, or comments, please contact us.

Safari Kid Burlington

156 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA

Costimate: $327/wk

Safari Kid provides more than preschool and infant/toddler programs that encourage lifelong learning. We also offer enrichment in the form of after-school programs for children in kindergarten through 8th grade, including arrangements for transportation from their local school. Our summer camps...

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