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Child Care Centers in Wakefield, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Three Ducklings Learning Center

From the depths of our hearts, we give our sincerest appreciation to Lorena, whose exceptional qualities as a teacher have left an indelible...

- sokona D.

Children's Gathering Nursery and Day School

We loved this place! All the staff are very loving and you could tell they adored my son! The teachers and director were very accessible and...

- Kathryn P.

Global Children's School

We have one kid there for close to a year. The staff is great, and we've worked with Catherine and the school has grown since. Everybody is...

- Mike C.

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Three Ducklings Learning Center

20A DEL CARMINE ST WAKEFIELD, MA

5.0(1)
starting at
$1733/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Day Care
At Three Ducklings Learning Center, our mission is to provide a nurturing and enriching environment where every child’s potential is recognized, cherished, and cultivated. We are committed to fostering a place where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore, learn, and grow. With a dedicated team of experienced...

sokona D. says "From the depths of our hearts, we give our sincerest appreciation to Lorena, whose exceptional qualities as a teacher have left an indelible mark on our...

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Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Children's Gathering Nursery and Day School is a child care facility located at 101 Cedar St. Wakefield, MA. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and...

Kathryn P. says "We loved this place! All the staff are very loving and you could tell they adored my son! The teachers and director were very accessible and provided...

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Tall Spire Nursery School Inc

8 Lafayette St Wakefield, MA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Located in Wakefield, Massachusetts, Tall Spire Nursery School is a private educational organization. It offers a child-centered environment where children can develop their sense of wonder, sense of humor and sense of compassion. The School uses the Learning Center approach that aims to enhance intellectual, social and physical...
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The Children's Center of Wakefield

483 Water St Wakefield, MA

Child care
The Children's Center of Wakefield located in Wakefield Massachusetts is a childcare and education provider that offers a calm and warm environment to children under its care. It caters to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartens. The center has a capacity of 64 children at the maximum.
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Child care
The Caring School and Day Care Center is located at 5 Oak Street, Wakefield, Massachusetts. The center can accommodate a maximum of 20 children. The school offers full-time, part-time and before and after-school care services from Mondays through Fridays, 8:00AM to 6:00PM.
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Magical Beginnings Learning Center

50 AUDUBON RD WAKEFIELD, MA

Child care
Magical Beginnings Learning Center in WAKEFIELD, MA encourages the kids to express and explore their creativeness to strengthen their positive self-image. The students will interact with others while cooperating, sharing, and taking turns through play. They promote a professional environment that meets the children's needs...
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Odyssey Day School

17 Linda Rd Wakefield, MA

Child care
Preschool
Odyssey Day School is a licensed facility that offers various child care services and early education programs for infants up to school-age children. The company also offers enrichment classes, before and after-school care and summer programs. The company’s programs have flexible schedules to meet the needs of every family.
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Global Children's School

4A GILL ST WOBURN, MA

4.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2132/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
A joyful, child-centered, multicultural early education in Woburn, Massachusetts. Infants through Kindergarten. Certified, Experienced teachers are trained in early childhood best practices. Convenient locations Woburn, Natick and Cambridge. Great outdoors. Hot meals Included. * We specialize in Quality Early Childhood...

Mike C. says "We have one kid there for close to a year. The staff is great, and we've worked with Catherine and the school has grown since. Everybody is extremely nice...

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Bright Bear Academy

22 A ST BURLINGTON, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
Bright Bear Academy, located in Burlington, MA, is a dedicated early childhood education center that focuses on creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners. Known for its commitment to fostering growth through hands-on learning and play, the academy provides a well-rounded educational experience for...

Care Member says "The center was spotless and the staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. I will definitely enroll here when I am ready."

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Youbellor Child Academy

12 BRIGHTON ST BELMONT, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2750/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Winter Holiday Back- Up care is available ( Restrictions apply) Youbellor Child Academy of Belmont is a multicultural STEAM, play/academic based school. We focus on the process not the product ensuring all children are met at their level of development. Our qualified staff speaks Chinese, Mandarin, Spanish and English. Both...

Care Member says "When I was making the decision to bring my Daughter to Youbellor Child Academy in Belmont, MA, I was fraught with many reservations beforehand. It is...

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Curious Bee, Inc

203 MAIN ST NORTH READING, MA

4.2(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2000/mo
Waldorf
Montessori
International
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
+ 4 more
Curious Bee is Center-based Daycare and Preschool in North Reading. We accept kids 15 months - 5 yr. o and a minimum of 2 days in care requests. No infant care is available We have 3 groups: Toddlers (16 - 33 months) - Full time - $2000/month Preschool (33 months - 6 y.o) - full time - $1850/month 2 snacks...

Maria R. says "Curious Bee Children’s Center is a wonderful daycare and preschool center in North Reading which our two children currently attend. Our oldest child,...

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Little Sprouts Arlington

118 PLEASANT ST ARLINGTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Children enjoy stepping back into...

Care Member says "The Teachers are very professional and communicative about my daughter's day which puts my mind at ease. "

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THE JEWISH PRESCHOOL OF LEXINGTON

9 BURLINGTON ST LEXINGTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$6500/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 1 more
We're a child-centered, play- based program that is proud to provide the best in education for your children, all in a warm and loving environment! Our facilities include beautiful and bright classrooms and a wonderful outdoor playground and nature area. Come take a tour and see what makes us stand out in early childhood care...

Marissa M. says "JPL has been a second home to my kids and a warm and inviting school. Both my son and daughter love the large outdoor area, walkable nature walks, and...

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Little Sprouts Woburn

4 GILL ST WOBURN, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Convenient to surrounding towns such as...

Care Member says "I love little sprouts not just as the school for my daughter but also as a workplace. I have been working for them for about two years now as an infant...

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Suzy's School

280 BROADWAY LYNN, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 2 more

Amy S. says "This is my daughter's second year at the Hathaway School and it has been such a great experience. From the beginning, Mrs. Downs was extremely helpful...

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Saint Paul Early Education Inc.

130 SYLVAN ST STE 2 DANVERS, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 2 more
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 sessions from 7:00am- 4:30pm, half day 7am-12pm. Also, part time options. We provide low teacher/child ratios (1:5) in different sets of classrooms and we compliment our...

Care Member says "I cannot say enough great things about St. Paul’s! My child has been attending since they were 3 months old, and the care and attention they have...

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Kiddie Academy of Cambridge

299 PROSPECT ST CAMBRIDGE, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Tender Loving Care Childcare

23 WARREN AVE STE 180 WOBURN, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$115/mo
Special needs
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 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 "Certainly! Here’s a heartfelt review you can write for TLC: A Wonderful Experience at TLC I can’t say enough positive things about TLC! Both of my...

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Greater Boston Early Academy

144 COMMERCIAL ST MALDEN, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Montessori
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
International
Outdoor/nature
+ 4 more
Greater Boston Early Academy is conveniently located a block away from Malden Center orange line train station. We are the only Center around with our own private playground and parking lot! Greater Boston Early Academy is a Christian based education that provides a safe, fun, high quality learning environment. Our goal is...

Adriana O. says ""Both of my kids attended during the pandemic. They were a complete life-saver. They started with a small group of kids, and they were absolutely...

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Little Sprouts Melrose

40 WASHINGTON ST MELROSE, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Melrose, MA Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care...

Alex L. says "We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our...

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Child care centers near you in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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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