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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

L. Family Daycare

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 time to go back to work, we took...

- Mike F

Before 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
"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.

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
"Excellent facility, Great program for children, Warm, clean and educational. Highly recommended."

ChildrensPlayhouse D


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
"This is great to have the first Global children school around. Were language has been growing in this country and we should start to expose are children to it and give are children a stronger foundation. Can't wait till my daughter starts at the school."

Kathy


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
"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...

Emily


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
"My children have attended this daycare for the last 5 years. The care that they have received during that time has been professional, thoughtful, caring, and reliable. She always goes above and beyond to be flexible and accommodating, and we have always felt...

Julie C


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


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


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


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
"This is a great preschool! The teachers are so warm and welcoming!"

Noreen 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
"Lisa has looked after both my sons for many years since they were babies. They always look forward to seeing to her. She is amazing how she connects with children. I would highly recommend Musical Chairs Daycare."

Teresa R


Babies Canopy Home Daycare

Babies Canopy Home Daycare

210 Katahdin Drive, Lexington, MA

Starting at $70/day

I really love to spend time with kids. My son is at age of 14. My love my son very much. Since my early age, I like kids and love their accompany. From this passion I started my day care center. And I want to continue this endeavor to new height.

Dollies Home Care

Dollies Home Care

1458 Handcock St, Cambridge, MA

Costimate: $350/wk

Welcome to Dollies Care INC. This agency was created for everyone, adults and children. Dollies Care provide caretaker services for children, in the comfort of familiar surroundings while making sure they're receiving the care they need. Dollies Care have qualified child caregivers, who are insured...

Small Steps Family Daycare

Small Steps Family Daycare

56 Seaview Ave, Malden, MA

Starting at $400/wk

Small Steps Family Child care provider in Malden, MA has immediate openings! I offer a nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Children will enjoy our daily circle times, arts and crafts, blocks, puzzles, books, games, toys, and outside riding toys. I will also be following the curriculum where I...

Cedar Hill Bilingual School

Cedar Hill Bilingual School

385 Trapelo Road, Belmont, MA

Starting at $1690/mo

Cedar Hill Bilingual School is a childcare center located in Belmont, Massachusetts. We offer a Japanese/English bilingual program in a small group environment, with a focus on individualized learning and growth. We truly believe the early years of life are the most valuable period for helping...

Musical Chairs Daycare

11 Ellsworth Rd, Peabody, MA

Starting at $245/wk

1.0

(1)

We spend a great deal of our time playing and having fun. Each day has routine and structure to be sure the children feel comfortable. We care for children ages 1 week-9 years old, both full/part-time. Special arrangements may be made for earlier drop-offs and later pick-ups. We are fully insured...

Saint Columbkille Partnership School

Saint Columbkille Partnership School

25 Arlington St., Brighton, MA

Starting at $8800/day

A JOYFUL place to learn! Saint Columbkille Partnership School's Early Childhood Program is a well-developed, research-based program that will introduce children from two years and nine months through kindergarten, to the world of learning that is critical for later academic and social success in...

Ashley DiBella's Home Daycare

12 Pine Ridge Road, North Reading, MA

Starting at $68/day

I have full time openings for my licensed home daycare in North Reading, MA. I am CPR/First Aid certified. Rates include breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks. Our monthly curriculum runs from September-June.

Hermanitos Family Daycare

Hermanitos Family Daycare

203 Chatham St, Lynn, MA

Starting at $200/wk

Bilingual Family Childcare with 4 years of experience. Caring for children from 3 months old to 6 years old. We provide healthy meals and snacks. Open from 7:30am to 4:00pm. We accept state vouchers.

Terri's Little Pumpkins

Terri's Little Pumpkins

88 Broadway Ste A, Somerville, MA

Costimate: $316/wk

Located in Somerville, Massachusetts, Terri's Little Pumpkins provides child care and early childhood education. It accepts children ages six weeks up to ten years and nine months old. It uses a curriculum designed to meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of every child. It has a...

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