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First Kids Early Childhood Center
5.0
First Kids Early Childhood Center is one of the best kept secrets in St. Charles! Two of my children attended First Kids' summer program and pre-k program. My daughter was counting by 5's to 100 before even entering kindergarten! They are a wonderful, loving staff with a low student to teacher...
- Lindsey W
Memory Daycare Center
5.0
Clean facility, awesome caregivers!
- Alice S
Tender Hearts Child Care
4.0
Im a Three year old teacher at Tender Hearts Child care I really enjoy the co-workers, and its a christian daycare and you can feel the love there at Tender Hearts Child care.
- Jamenia A
Lily Pads Early Learning Center
5.0
We loved Lily Pads! We recently left due to a move out of state. Our little one started in March of 2021 at 5 months old. As first time parents, the transition to daycare can be overwhelming but the staff was great! The teachers kept our little one thoroughly engaged with arts, story time, and...
- Natasha B
Kids Are People Inc.
5.0
My son has been attending Kids Are People (KAP) for 2 years now and we are very happy and blessed with our experience with them. As a new parent also new in the area, had no family member or friend around, finding the best childcare was incredibly hard. After several options we tried, we found KAP....
Suzy's Shinning Stars Daycare provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Winchendon, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities in order to develop their social skills, emotional growth, and...
Clark Memorial YMCA Afterschool is a full time after school program that offers a safe, supportive alternative between school and home for the children in grades K-5 and is designed for children to have some fun after school. Activities include checkers, jump rope, air hockey, four square, ping...
Guardian Angels Daycare fosters a love of learning and creates a nurturing environment in which children learn skills and make new friends through play. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
First Kids Learning Center is an early childhood education and care center located in the heart of Historic Saint Charles that focuses on child development in a loving, nurturing, Christian environment. We welcome children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.
5.0
"First Kids Learning Center is a phenomenal place for children.
My daughter's teacher treats her like she is her own, and they are very welcoming.
They are also flexible with your schedule, and very reasonably priced!"
Fully licensed daycare center. Accepting infants, 6 weeks- 12 years of age. Before and after school care and summer care offered as well. DSS childcare assistance accepted as form of payment. Open 5AM until 6 Pm.
"Im a Three year old teacher at Tender Hearts Child care I really enjoy the co-workers, and its a christian daycare and you can feel the love there at Tender Hearts Child care."
Lily Pads Early Learning Center Offering licensed care for children, six weeks to five years. Now accepting applications. We have both part-time and full-time openings.
5.0
"We love Lily Pads. Our daughter has been going for a few months now, and in this short time we've seen her grow and change for the better - from learning new words to putting toys away to coming home with a treasure trove of new songs and games.
We signed up...
Kids Are People Inc. is a licensed Group Family Daycare Center, providing full day child care.
Open Year Round!! - Monday thru Friday 8:30am- 5:30pm, extended hours available.
*Accepting Children from 18 months to 5 years old.
Experienced and Certified Staff.
Located within the confines of a...
5.0
"We are so thankful to have found Kids are People. Kids are People was our first day care experience but it is far from your typical daycare. Mrs. Rosalie and staff run the center like a preschool and the children's day if filled with opportunities to learn and...
We have 2 convenient locations:
6005 Pembroke Place
4615 Vera Drive
StoryBook Academy is a home-based learning center. We offer care for infants - 5 years. Our program offers a special approach to early childhood education by combining center-based education specifications with the home-based...
5.0
"Wow my three kids went to this daycare and it's just amazing. love the teachers they treated my kids like they were there own. I have never talk to anyone who didn't like it there especially the kids. I would and have recommended this place to everybody I know"
The Tree of Knowledge Learning Center offers care and learning experiences for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners, enhancing their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. The center provides activities that encourage children to become enthusiastic, independent,...
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about TOK Learning Center! Our daughter has attended since she was an infant and we look forward to our second daughter attending as well. I feel very comfortable leaving my daughter in their hands each day and know she receives lots...
Grandma's Arms Early Learning Center provides a caring, warm, educational environment for ages 6 weeks to 6 years. The center strives to provide the best for your child(ren) with highly qualified staff and an inviting atmosphere. Come check us out!
5.0
"My daughter loves coming to Grandma's Arms the staff there is Great!"
Cozy Care. Quality Education. Grannie Annie's has been caring for Pasadena's children since 2003. We strive to create an environment where parents and caregivers work together in the development of our children. We provide every child with the opportunity to grow in a safe, loving, healthy, and...
5.0
"Grannie Annie's is a godsend. I'm a single parent and they were there for me when I needed it the most. The adult staff is very professional, the teenage staff is following suit and being very professional, and the children are well-behaved. My daughter stated...
Program Services:
We provide infant, toddler, preschool & Pre-K services for children. Our center offers services from 4 weeks to 6 years. We offer full day from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.We provide low teacher/child ratios (1:5) in different sets of classrooms and we compliment our center with a...
5.0
"Our family absolutely loves Saint Paul Early Education and would highly recommend to any parents looking for childcare. Our son jumps for joy (this is not an exaggeration) when he arrives at school every morning, excited to start his day. He's created such close...
Sunshine Faces Child Development Center is a place where children create friendships and memories.
The staff of Sunshine Faces enjoy watching your children grow and develop and have a sense of accomplishments. We are also CPR and First Aid trained, background checked and receive ongoing...
5.0
"Mrs. Alicia is so amazing with my son. She makes you feel so comfortable in her home. My son looks so happy at pick up and even at drop off. Love her set up."
We are a Family Childcare Center located in Pennsauken, NJ. Our maximum ratio is 1 adult to 5 children however, we always have 2 adults present. We offer transportation to and from the center as well as, before school pick up/drop off and after school pick up. We also offer tutoring for K-3rd grade...
5.0
"I've been sending my 2 year old son a short time however Miss Shirley and Miss Kathy are wonderful! The center is clean with LOTS of toys and fun things for the children to do. I also love that Shirley has a strong background in early education so she is always...
Blue Skies and Butterflies is a different kind of center, much different than the big corporate centers you typically see in our area. We have a beautiful campus with large mature trees and a lot of green grass for the children to play and experience nature.
We have several large outside play...
5.0
"Love this center. My son has been coming here since he was 5.5 months old & he'll be two this upcoming November. Such a fun & creative place. Love the staff."
We have a few spaces left for 9/2019 in our 3s and Pre-K 4s classrooms.
St. Paul's Child Care Center provides for the physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual growth of children, living Christian values, in a safe and healthy environment.
We are a New York State licensed...
5.0
"I highly recommend St. Paul's. St. Paul's is a wonderful daycare with a great mix of education and caring. The staff is exceptionally caring and attentive to each child - it feels like a family. My daughter has been there since she was an infant and I have been...
In our Spanish Immersion program through self-directed and teacher-directed activities, is designed to promote the healthy growth and development of the whole child (social, emotional, intellectual, physical and creative development). We believe that children learn best by doing. Therefore,our...
5.0
"I loved Marby and her family. She took care of our son from 6 wks -2 y/o, and she was an invaluable asset to our family during those years."
Here at Carnation Early Learning Center, we know that every child is different.
That's why we offer a standards-based, individualized approach to early education.
Our credentialed and experienced teachers always know where your child is developmentally, allowing us to individualize their...
5.0
"Can't be happier with how our almost 3 year old is progressing already after only 2 weeks! The environment is clean and safe, we get updates almost hourly on our son thru the Brightwheel app! Very happy about sending our son to Carnation!!"
We are a full service center offering child care from 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our center begins teaching at the age of 6 weeks. We presently teach using the creative curriculum. The children learn while they play. In addition, our children in the Pre-K class participate in the Kindergarten...
5.0
"I love the facility and the staff. They are very nurturing to the kids and my 3 children have been going there for 6 years. I have no problems with there work ethics and if a problem resides they do not hesitate to call the parent and inform them. I love that....
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Athol, MA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Athol, MA?
Child care centers near you in Athol, MA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Athol, MA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Athol, MA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Athol, MA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Athol, MA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.