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Little Pandas Home Daycare

5.0

Both of my kids attended Little Panda Home Daycare when we moved to the area in 2019. The place is very clean and well organized. Fei Lao Shi (Ms Fei) is very loving and caring, and very experienced and knowledgeable in early education. The other staff Ms Huang is also very kind and patient. Both of...

- Chenny C

Diane's Daycare in Newton

5.0

Diane is the most loving, generous, patient, and resilient woman I've ever met. We started with Diane in 2017 when my oldest was 6 months old. I was a nervous new mom and Diane put me at ease instantly. She and her staff loves the children like their very own, meeting their every need. We just ended...

- Alison W

Amy's Daycare in Newton Center

5.0

My son has been at Amy's Daycare 4-5 days a week for the past year and we have nothing but great things to say about the experience. Amy is highly reliable and caring and prices are reasonable. She takes him on walks, play time in her fenced yard and feeds him healthy snacks. He is always happy to...

- Ryan

Children's Happy Day School

5.0

We've been fortunate to send our sons to Children's Happy Day, and I can't say enough good things about the school. The teachers and staff are so caring and thoughtful. They've put together a program that teaches confidence, independence, kindness, and resilience in an age-appropriate manner. They...

- Kelsey R

Debi Pritzker's Home Day Care

5.0

Here are some of the reasons why we love Debi's Daycare and why I believe she is the very BEST at what she does: * She is very open and honest * Very easy to talk to - great communication with parents * She is very nurturing and loving with the children * Never disciplines or attracts a child's...

- Cheryl M

Before school programs in Dover, MA

Dover Extended Day Care Center

29 Cross St, Dover, MA

Starting at $445/mo

Dover Extended Day Care Center offers an after school programs for kindergarten students. They offer wide variety of activities in a warm and safe environment. It is located in Dover, MA and operates Mondays through Fridays from 3:00PM to 6:00PM.

Little Pandas Home Daycare

Little Pandas Home Daycare

15 SYCAMORE ROAD, Newton, MA

Starting at $400/wk

5.0

(2)

We are a state-licensed bilingual family daycare with an integration of American and Asian cultures. We speak both English and Chinese. We have been serving families in Watertown/Newton area for over 20 years. Our children's families come from various cultural background and nationalities including...
5.0
"Both of my kids attended Little Panda Home Daycare when we moved to the area in 2019. The place is very clean and well organized. Fei Lao Shi (Ms Fei) is very loving and caring, and very experienced and knowledgeable in early education. The other staff Ms Huang is...

Chenny C


Diane's Daycare in Newton

Diane's Daycare in Newton

154 Truman Road, Newton, MA

Starting at $1600/mo

5.0

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5.0
"My son started attending Diane's Daycare when he was close to one. Since his older sister had hard time adjusting to a big "regular" Daycare when she started at about the same age, we decide to find a smaller daycare that is more flexible in taking care of his...

Chris


Amy's Daycare in Newton Center

Amy's Daycare in Newton Center

230 Homer St., Newton Center, MA

Costimate: $398/wk

5.0

(8)

Family day care in Newton center, close to the Newton Free Library. Two adults take care of six children, speaking Chinese and English. Five nutritious meals included each day. 10 years experience. Provider has an early education degree.
5.0
"Amy's day care is a great place for kids before they go to school. Amy is a very nice and experienced teacher that she guided my little boy who has stayed with mammy for two years at home very quickly to start and enjoy his daycare life. I really appreciate what...

Cuiyan X


Children's Happy Day School

Children's Happy Day School

5 Charles Park Road, West Roxbury, MA

Starting at $2135/mo

5.0

(1)

Children's Happy Day School is a fully accredited NAEYC preschool, kindergarten and child care center with programs for children ages 2.0 to 6 years old. Located off the VFW Parkway in West Roxbury, we enroll children from Boston and the neighboring communities of Newton, Brookline, Dedham, Westwood...
5.0
"We've been fortunate to send our sons to Children's Happy Day, and I can't say enough good things about the school. The teachers and staff are so caring and thoughtful. They've put together a program that teaches confidence, independence, kindness, and resilience...

Kelsey R


Debi Pritzker's Home Day Care

Debi Pritzker's Home Day Care

37 Lanewood Ave, Framingham, MA

Starting at $370/wk

5.0

(4)

My passion is providing a safe, loving atmosphere for children where age appropriate learning and fun and are encouraged and seamlessly woven into the fabric of the day. My ultimate goal is to support my day care families in the creation of happy, compassionate children who feel good about...
5.0
"Debi's openings fill up fast--we tried to hire her when my 9 and 8 year olds were infants and she was full. Six years later, I sought her out again when my 2 year old was born and we were SO lucky she had an opening--now all of my kids are with Debi (the older...

Jen


Boston Outdoor Preschool Network

Boston Outdoor Preschool Network

4006 Washington Street, Boston, MA

Costimate: $226/wk

5.0

(2)

We are an inspired team of teachers with experience in public, private, and Montessori schools, who are thrilled to give your child the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive outdoors! Our programs spark curiosity, discovery, and a strong connection with nature. We offer the following...
5.0
"Our son, JR, who is featured in the Featured Image above attends BOPN for three days a week and he is in heaven. He calls it nature school and loves his teachers Ms.SarahBesse and Ms.SaraMurray (all one word!). The teachers are truly phenomenal, so thoughtful and...

Kate A


Theophany Orthodox Christian School

Theophany Orthodox Christian School

754 GREENDALE AVE, Needham, MA

Starting at $588/mo

5.0

(1)

Theophany School offers a multi-age learning experience with small class sizes, an engaging curriculum and a loving Christian environment for children in the Greater Boston area. Our current programs include: 3-day and 5-day Preschool class options, and a full-day Kindergarten. The School and its...
5.0
"My nephew and my two daughters all attended Theophany. It's a true hidden gem with teachers who are not only creative and warm but also educated and more importantly-wise!"

Elizabeth M


Cathy Daycare

Cathy Daycare

28 Roundwood Rd, Newton, MA

Costimate: $330/wk

5.0

(5)

Offering family child care. Please email to cathydaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.
5.0
"My daughter was born prematurely. I had to go back to work after my maternity leave ended and Cathy has done a great job feeding my child to healthy weight! She is now 2 years old and really enjoyed her time going to daycare. Cathy has a fenced in yard for the...

Lulu T


Beginnings School

Beginnings School

210 South Avenue, Weston, MA

Costimate: $340/wk

4.1

(11)

Beginnings School, located in Weston, MA provides exceptional education and a nurturing environment for children 3 months to 5 years old, in addition to the My Clubhouse After School Program and Summer Explorations Program for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. We first opened our doors in...
5.0
"My son attended Beginnings when we first moved to the area and his experience was better than anything we could have hoped for. He loved going to school and we could see him becoming more confident every day. The teachers are well trained, attentive and tuned into...

Pleased P


Like Home Family Daycare

Like Home Family Daycare

19 Clara Rd, Framingham, MA

Costimate: $332/wk

Hello parents, I am a mother of 2 boys (5 and 8) I was a nanny for more than 10 years before I had kids of my own, and I've been working for Framingham Public Schools as a Portuguese interpreter/ tutor for 2 years. I'm opening my home daycare. I'm passionate about early childhood and my...

Happy Hollow School

Happy Hollow School

29 Oaks Rd, Framingham, MA

Starting at $976/mo

Happy Hollow School is an NAEYC accredited, fully licensed school offering quality academic toddler, preschool and prekindergarten programs. We believe the early childhood years are the most vital ones in the educational process. Building the foundation for a "love of learning" has been our mission...

St. Joseph Elementary School

St. Joseph Elementary School

90 Pickering Street, Needham, MA

Starting at $1050/mo

St. Joseph Elementary School fosters creativity, independence, and decision making to raise confident, creative, and compassionate kids. Purposeful play in preschool is a student's sense of learning. The preschool program focuses on the academic, social, physical, and emotional well-being of...

Framingham Centre Nursery School

Framingham Centre Nursery School

24 Vernon Street, Framingham, MA

Starting at $700/mo

Framingham Centre Nursery School provides a high quality preschool program which meets the needs of diverse families in the Framingham area. Our developmental curriculum encourages each child s individual growth through socialization and hands-on experiences in a nurturing and safe environment. This...

Little Legacy Club

Little Legacy Club

31 Buckminster Street, Framingham, MA

Costimate: $273/wk

Little Legacy Club offers home-based childcare that is flexible, affordable and centered around helping children reach their full potential. We are licensed for six children and committed to working with families to personalize each child's development plan to highlight their unique abilities. Our...

The Chestnut Hill School

428 Hammond Street, Chestnut Hill, MA

Costimate: $287/wk

At The Chestnut Hill School, our mission to educate children is deeply rooted in a commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and community. We engage, challenge and support children as they develop the skills and confidence to achieve educational success. We nurture the whole child through a...

Norwood Montessori School

Norwood Montessori School

462 Walpole St, Norwood, MA

Costimate: $310/wk

We are a fully licensed Montessori School with a great teacher to child ratio. All of our staff are Lead Teacher Certified and all of the teachers are Montessori trained and certified. We offer a Toddler Program for 2 to 3 year olds, Primary programs for 3 to 6 year olds; this includes a full...

Scribble Dibble

Scribble Dibble

64 Rangeley Road, West Newton, MA

Starting at $75/hr

I am a face and body artist who specializes in body art. I create at all types of events including birthday parties, festivals, and fairs. I am a former professional child care provider from Parents in a Pinch. I would like the chance to collaborate with you at group events.

Tobin School Westwood

Tobin School Westwood

1054 High Street, Westwood, MA

Starting at $1729/mo

Leaders in early childhood education, we offer excellent programs for Pre Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten children in a warm, nurturing, home-like setting. Our robust curriculum offers developmentally appropriate academics, as well as a rich mix of art, music, foreign languages, physical...

Step by Step Learning Center

Step by Step Learning Center

Colburn St, Waltham, MA

Starting at $350/wk

Our Center offers a small class intentionally to offer individual attention to every student. We are bilingual Spanish and teach it to all students as a second language. Our indoor/outdoor space is dedicated for our students only and not used in any other way. We have a gaited yard allowing students...

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