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We have 422 child care providers in Cambridge, MA! Compare and hire the best child care to fit your needs.
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Lourdes J. says "Maria is very responsible and gets along very well with kids. She is a very charismatic and caring person who will make sure the kids are always well. I...
Jonathan H. says "Jess has been our full-time nanny for two years now and has been a daily blessing in our lives. She is absolutely essential to the day-to-day...
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- $30/hr
Miriam T. says "We have worked with Margaret for the last 2 years, and she is absolutely exceptional! She is extremely reliable, an excellent communicator, and amazing...
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- $10/hr
Mark H. says "Annette cared for our now 15 mo old son for the past 6 months, 3 days a week. She was attentive, honest, responsible, punctual and cared for our son like he...
Care Member says "Haley looked after our two young kids for over 2 years (they went off to school this year). She quickly became part of the family. My kiddos adore her,...
Kerry S. says "Samantha was great! I hired her for a one evening gig while my niece and nephews were in town and they loved her. She even taught them a new art and craft!...
Care Member says "Daniela was amazing with our dogs and cat, she was really patience and careful with them and follow all the recommendations and instructions, without...
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- $15/hr
Ashley H. says "Annie is a very dependable babysitter. She has great energy. The kids loved her!"
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- $30/hr
Jarred P. says "Emily cared for our children for 2 summers and became a part of our family. We will miss her terribly but wish her luck in her future en devours."
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- $22/hr
Jamie A. says "Lauren is litteraly amazing!!! We had Lauren watch our daughter to help us out at the end of the school year for half day pre k! I immediately felt I could...
Care Member says "Damaris is an exceptional candidate to babysit your children! She was a major help during this summer, making it to every appointment on time. The kids...
Melissa M. says "I met with Khandice for an interview. She was timely, nice, and even put up with waiting for me to clean up my baby when she had quite the diaper...
Stephanie S. says "Arianna is wonderful with my 8 month old. She's great at age appropriate interactions, supporting development needs and following routines. My daughter...
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Care Member says "We hired Debbie to help us in the evenings with our 4 year old and 2 year old. She was always on time, very sweet, and interested in getting to know us...
Tugce K. says "Faith has cared for our 2.5-year-old son for about a week when we were supposed to work but was almost at the last days of covid in January. She was so...
Child care centers in Cambridge, MA
Rock and Roll Daycare Central Square
166 PROSPECT ST CAMBRIDGE, MA
- starting at
- $600/mo
Global Childrens School Cambridge
17 SELLERS ST CAMBRIDGE, MA
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422 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $23.40/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.7
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Cambridge, MA
Child Care Providers in Cambridge, MA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 100 reviews of the 422 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Cambridge, MA
How much is child care near me in Cambridge, MA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $23.40 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Cambridge, MA?
Care.com currently has 356 child care providers near you in Cambridge, MA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Cambridge, MA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Cambridge, MA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Cambridge, MA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Cambridge, MA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Cambridge, MA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Cambridge, MA in November, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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