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Child Care Centers in Dover, MA are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers

Our kids love the staff at TLC! The teachers and staff are incredibly friendly. The app is always being updated with activities the kids are...

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DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC

A caring, warm, loving environment! Our son loved his three years at Discovery Schoolhouse and we loved it too. In the toddler room and...

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The Learning Tree Preschool

Our 3 year old twin girls have been going to the Learning Tree in Allston since they were 23 months. We couldn't be happier with our...

- Sonia R.

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Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers

101 RIVER RD WESTON, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$115/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
International
Preschool
+ 2 more
At our center, we provide a warm, loving, and caring environment where every child is treated like family. Our dedicated teachers go above and beyond to support each child’s growth and development, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We are honored to have been recognized as one of the top three childcare...

Care Member says "Our kids love the staff at TLC! The teachers and staff are incredibly friendly. The app is always being updated with activities the kids are doing...

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DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC

101 BLUE HILLS PKWY MILTON, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$508/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
+ 1 more
Discovery Schoolhouse provides a warm, nurturing, supportive, educational, and enjoyable experience for children from 15 months through kindergarten, all year round, all day long. Our toddler and preschool programs run 7:00 in the morning until 6:00 in the evening the entire calendar year, with a variety of scheduling options...

Care Member says "A caring, warm, loving environment! Our son loved his three years at Discovery Schoolhouse and we loved it too. In the toddler room and upstairs with...

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The Learning Tree Preschool

225 Highland Ave Needham, MA

5.0(2)
The Learning Tree, formerly known as The Wonder Years, is a fully licensed preschool and group daycare center established since 1997. Our goal is to provide the best quality care for children ages 15 months to 6 years old. We do this by providing a caring, nurturing and safe educational environment. The Learning Tree Preschool...

Sonia R. says "Our 3 year old twin girls have been going to the Learning Tree in Allston since they were 23 months. We couldn't be happier with our experience. The owner...

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Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center

49 WINCHESTER ST NEWTON HLDS, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2900/mo
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Child care
Located in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, the Kindernest Montessori Early Childcare Learning Center upholds the fundamental principles of Montessori education and holistic development in a nurturing environment where children are guided with kindness and respect. At Kindernest, we have programs for infants, toddlers, and...

Care Member says "Really beautiful montessori school with infant, toddler, and preschool options. Love the variety of schedules available for part and full time care. All...

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Loving Nest Child Care

270 Washington St. DEDHAM, MA

5.0(1)
starting at
$2000/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
In-Home daycare
Child care
At Loving Nest Child Care, your little one will grow, play, and learn in a safe, nurturing home environment designed with love and attention to every detail. I’m Adriana, owner and educator, and I’m passionate about creating a warm “home away from home” where babies and toddlers can explore, feel secure, and develop at their own...

Yurdi R. says "She is really dedicated to and loves working with the children. She has a really wonderful place."

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Natick Children's House

13 COMMON ST NATICK, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2190/mo
Academic
Montessori
Child care
Natick Children's House is a year-round full-time infant, toddler and Preschool Program located inside the Common Street Spiritual Center in Natick MA. We serve children five days a week of age group 3 months to 5+ years. We follow holistic approach in teaching the children which is a comprehensive education that addresses the...

Katy D. says "I have 2 children at Robbins Roost Daycare. We have been with Robbins Roost since January 2023. We love the teachers and enriching environment that our...

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Little Acorns Children's Center

300 Pleasant Street Framingham, MA

5.0(4)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Waldorf
International
Cooperative
+ 4 more
Our Year Round Day Care enrollment is still on. Our center provide a safe and loving environment for children ranging from 3 months to 8 years old to explore, have fun and learn. Children will enjoy many small group activities, multicultural enhancements, extra curriculum learning opportunities such as Music and Yoga. Our...

Care Member says "Little Acorns Center has been such a blessing to us. The center is very well organized, bright, clean, and spacious. They have a large gym for those...

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Little panda daycare

Homer St. Newton Center, MA

5.0(8)
In-Home daycare
Child care
Family day care in Newton center, close to the Newton Free Library. Five nutritious meals included each day. 15 years experience. Provider has an early education degree.

Ryan W. says "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...

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Family Access of Newton

492 WALTHAM ST NEWTON, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
With a long tradition of providing high-quality, professional early education programs for diverse populations, we offer children a safe, nurturing space to grow and flourish and families a welcoming, supportive community. Conveniently located in West Newton close to I-95, the Mass Pike and the MBTA commuter rail,...

Flavia says "I have been a customer since February 2025. Very nice place and great services. My daughter loves it. "

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Children's Happy Day School

5 Charles Park Road West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 and Needham.

Kelsey R. says "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...

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Raising Stars Centers

109 LOWER EAST ST DEDHAM, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
+ 1 more
Physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth is the most important factor in a child's development. At Raising Stars, we believe that each child is unique. Every child’s unlimited potential needs to be uncovered with a special approach. We give your child a safe and happy learning environment by fostering their prosperous...

Ruthline A. says " The team at Rising Star Center are wonderful,caring and very experienced. My son enjoys spending his day at the daycare and always comes back learning...

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Discover Me School House

2070 CENTRE ST WEST ROXBURY, MA

4.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2400/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Discover Me child center is a diverse child care program that embodies multiculturalism and economic differences. We believe in nurturing the whole child. We are a very small unique center with 18 children and 8 teachers.

Stef .. says "This has been a great, 5-star experience. We were with them for a while and loved the app they use to provide daily updates on the kids. The staff is great...

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GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY

141 LINDEN ST WELLESLEY, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 2 more
The Goddard School of Wellesley is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day. We are proud to serve the surrounding communities, including Wellesley, Natick, Wayland, Weston, Needham, and Newton. We are dedicated to providing an enriching, nurturing environment for children and their...

Care Member says "The teachers are caring, the facilities are new and clean with engaging rooms and toys, and the administrative staff are friendly and reliable. "

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FIRST PATH DAY CARE CENTER

13 BOYD ST WATERTOWN, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

We believe educating your child includes a well-rounded curriculum of music classes, dance classes, cooking projects and field trips. Children with music instruments--one of the many things the children experience at First Path Daycare CenterWe believe that an education that centers around experiences and excitement is the...

Care Member says "Make this short and First Path Day Care is more than just a daycare for me as it plays a vital role in the overall development of my son. A huge...

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Beginnings School

210 South Avenue Weston, MA

4.0(11)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 1985, and in 2020 we became...

Kristy W. says "Our family has been at Beginnings School for almost six years, and we have had a fantastic experience there. My younger daughter spent three years in the...

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TIR NA NOG CHILDCARE

217 W CENTRAL ST NATICK, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Tir Na Nog Childcare is inspired by the enchanting Irish folklore of “The Land of the Young,” a mythical place where happiness, youthfulness, and endless joy thrive. In this magical land, no one ever grows old, and beauty and wonder are boundless. At Tir Na Nog Childcare, we are dedicated to creating a true...

Care Member says "Both if my children started TNN at 3 months in the infant room. My oldest just graduated PreK. As a new Mom is was scary to leave my baby at a daycare...

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Kiddie Academy of Framingham

1292 WORCESTER RD FRAMINGHAM, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Mariposa Child-Care Center, Inc.

61 FAIRVIEW ST DEDHAM, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2600/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
+ 1 more
Mariposa Child Care Center is a Spanish immersion program. We are a family owned-run-oriented program. Give your child the opportunity of becoming bilingual and enhance his/her possibilities for the future. By learning a second language your child's possibilities are endless.

Care Member says "We absolutely love Mariposa. We have had two children start there at 5 months. They have developed ahead of the curve in most areas, and are...

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Temple Beth David Shalom Corner Early Learning Center

7 CLAPBOARDTREE ST WESTWOOD, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Shalom Corner is a play-based Early Learning Center for children ages 2-5. We focus on the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of the children in our beautiful setting at Temple Beth David in Westwood, MA. While we are located in a Temple and focus on Jewish values, we also work to build understanding and...

Kate B. says "As soon as we heard that Temple Beth David was opening a preschool, we enrolled our two boys. Our two year old started in Shemesh and our four year old in...

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Happy Child Day Care Center & Preschool

1191 Chestnut St Newton Upper Falls, MA

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
The story of Happy Child Preschool & Daycare began many years ago in the former Soviet Union. The director, Mira Fayngersh, grew up in a family of educators. Mira's mother was a life-long math teacher and her father was a school principal. Although Mira graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, she quickly...

Care Member says "My wife and I can’t say enough about Happy Child. The love and care they showed our children could not be matched. The teachers truly love all of the...

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Child care centers near you in Dover, 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.

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 Dover, 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.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Dover, 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.

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