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Lori Warila
5.0
I wouldn't trust my young child to anyone but Lori. She's amazing.
- Sherri E
Adventure Kids, Inc. dba Northwest Child Development Center
5.0
by far, this is the best center I have ever visited. The staff are warm and loving and always go the extra mile. They meet high standards and the facility is immaculate and safe. They are developmentally based which means my child is always grouped with his peers and his progress is assessed on a...
- Zak
Tammy Caruso
5.0
My son has been with Tammy since he was 4 months old, now 18 months old. Tammy has been an excellent daycare provider and made my transition back to teaching as a first time parent so much easier. She is caring, attentive, communicative, and always planning something creative to keeps the kids...
- Danielle R
Oak Meadow School
5.0
We have four children, one in nearly every program level from Children's House to Middle School at Oak Meadow. We could not love this school, the staff, or the wonderfully diverse families more if we wanted to. Since I cannot keep my children with me forever and always, Oak Meadow is the next best...
- Hilary M
The Northwest Child Development Center
5.0
We can not recommend Northwest enough. Since starting there last spring we have seen so much progression in our son's learning and social engagement. His teachers are caring and the center is a fun, safe environment that we are comfortable and confident in. There are a lot of centers out there but...
- Audra K
Child care centers in Shirley, MA
5.0
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5.0
"I wouldn't trust my young child to anyone but Lori. She's amazing."
Sherri E
Nancy Davenport owns The Wonderful World of Children, a childcare provider that serves the community of Shirley MA. It offers a warm and loving environment and provides play-based and child-centered programs that develop children's social skills and mental growth. The center allows each child to...
Adventure Kids, Inc. dba Northwest Child Development Center
194 Arlington Street, Leominster, MA
Starting at $210/wk
3.5
(2)
N.A.E.Y.C accredited, Mass Licensed. Our early education and care center is developmentally based, operates full-time (6:30 AM to 5:30 PM), year round, 5 days per week. Open enrollment. We care for infants through age 5. We use ASQ-3 "family completed child assessment system" and the Teaching...
5.0
"by far, this is the best center I have ever visited. The staff are warm and loving and always go the extra mile. They meet high standards and the facility is immaculate and safe. They are developmentally based which means my child is always grouped with his peers...
Zak
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of three girls under the age of 10, and own and operate a Massachusetts EEC-licensed family daycare, licensed for up to 8 children, with immediate availability! Contact me to arrange a visit. Large fenced in yard. I have been teaching in early childhood education for approximately 18...
5.0
"My son has been with Tammy since he was 4 months old, now 18 months old. Tammy has been an excellent daycare provider and made my transition back to teaching as a first time parent so much easier. She is caring, attentive, communicative, and always planning...
Danielle R
3.0
(2)
Oak Meadow School is an independent Montessori school, serving children from 15 months through grade 8. Rooted in the child-centered Montessori philosophy, Oak Meadow fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural awareness while nurturing children s spirits. A diverse community of...
5.0
"We have four children, one in nearly every program level from Children's House to Middle School at Oak Meadow. We could not love this school, the staff, or the wonderfully diverse families more if we wanted to. Since I cannot keep my children with me forever and...
Hilary M
The Perkins Child Development Center provides an enriched and engaging environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that encourages their imagination, challenges their thinking skills and enhances their social and language development. Our curriculum is based on the understanding of...
At the Children's Center at Groton, we view children as competent learners who come to us with ideas and theories. It is our role as educators to facilitate learning along with them through provocations, listening, documenting and asking open-ended questions.
We believe that our environments are...
Applewild Preschool provides our youngest learners with a smart start. Here, we view children as powerful, capable and resourceful learners. Our year-round program is rooted in child-centered activities. Our curriculum builds upon the natural curiosities of our students and encourages hands-on...
Preschool or ages 2-5, full or part time; EEC licensed
4.8
(5)
The Northwest CDC in LEOMINSTER, MA provides a balance of learning, academics, and playtime in their daily activities to nurture the children. They develop self-help, social, and cognitive skills through an age-appropriate curriculum that promotes social and cognitive development. They feature a...
5.0
"Northwest goes above and beyond with the children they care for. I checked many centers before I went ahead and enrolled my child here and nothing compares to the cleanliness, staff, or structure of the over all center. They are amazing, my child loves going to...
Molly H
5.0
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Groton Community School is a nationally accredited, non-profit early childhood center. We are committed to interacting with each child as a unique individual and dedicated to giving each child and his/her family the most positive first school experience. We strive to be a community school in...
5.0
"Groton Community School is more than just a school. It's a wonderful, loving community that feels like family. Our son finished his preschool year and our daughter is beginning the toddler program. We can not say enough good things about the school... teachers are...
Erica M
4.2
(5)
Teaching Wonders Child Lc. is a privately owned child care facility located at 59b New Lancaster Rd. Leominster, MA. Their establishment serves a maximum of 64 children per school year. They seek to improve and enhance the child's mental, physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and social...
5.0
"I am blessed we met the staff at Teaching Wonders, it made me leaving for work so much easier knowing the care was exceptional."
Susan B
5.0
(1)
AYER KIDDIE DEPOT located in Ayer, MA is accredited by the National Association of the Education of Young Children. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts ages from 6 weeks to 12...
5.0
"Best thing I ever did was send my son here. No question. Staff so loving and fun! Thanks AKD!"
Sheryl B
5.0
(1)
Nano Spare operates a licensed childcare facility located at 12 William Street, Fitchburg, Massachusetts. The facility can accommodate a maximum of ten children comfortably. Nano Spare provides full-time/part-time, drop-in, before/after-school and emergency back-up care services in a safe, secure...
5.0
"Nano cared for both of my children from infancy until they started school. I could not have asked for better care and I can not say enough positive things about her as a caregiver. She has a great balance between providing structure and educational opportunities...
Tori H
The U.S. Taekwondo Center offers a great way for children to spend their free time. It offers taekwondo lessons for children of all ages. The center provides children with opportunities to develop respect, discipline, as well as physical and mental strength. Its licensed facility is located at 67...
Guild of St Agnes is a not-for-profit, private childcare institution located at 62 Dover St, Fitchburg. Their center is NAEYC accredited and offers school programs for children aged 4 weeks to 12 years in a safe and nurturing environment.
Sacred Heart Preschool and Child Care Center provides care services to children between 6 weeks old to 9 years. The center is located in a quiet area in Fitchburg, MA, and operates daily from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The facility also considers extended care requests.
The Care A Lot Day Care provides a preschool and an extended care program in Leominster, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Care...
Established in 1987, Boxboro Children Center strives to provide quality care for young kids in a supportive environment. It promotes every child's goals, needs, and development. It gives importance to Readiness Skills that include language, science, math, and cooking. Additionally, it encourages...
The Moppet School is a childcare provider and preschool in Pepperell, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They encourage new friendships, creativity, and exploration as the children develop their love for learning. The Moppet...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Shirley, MA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Shirley, MA?
Child care centers near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Shirley, 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.