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Recent daycare reviews in Allston, MA

Friendly Foundations, Inc.

5.0

My son is 4 years old and has been attending Friendly Foundations since September. Though we originally wanted him to attend public preschool there were not enough spots left. After researching several options in the area we came across Friendly Foundations through a last minute google search. We...

- Ginny F

Charles River Childcare

5.0

Our child has been with Ms. Linda at Charles River Childcare for two years (age 2-4). It has been a wonderful experience for our family. Ms. Linda exudes joy and provides exemplary care for infants and toddlers. Charles River Childcare offers, an in home, smaller peer environment that increases...

- Care member

Shining Stars Daycare

5.0

My two year old has been attending Shining Stars for 8 months and my child and I couldn't be happier. Raquel is such a loving and caring person-- I don't trust anyone as much as her with my child. She provides attention and a loving environment, not to mention healthy meals/snacks, outdoor and...

- Martha P.

Shirin Family Day Care

5.0

Our son started care with Ms. Ahmed when he was 12 weeks old. From the very start, he was always happy and content when we picked him up each day. Ms. Ahmed provided a very nurturing and loving environment. We loved receiving pictures and videos of my son during the day and seeing how much fun he...

- EJ

Bobo Daycare

5.0

Let me start by saying we loved this daycare for our toddler! Our family moved from Iowa to Massachusetts late last year (2021). We were looking for a care setting for our 2.5 year old (now 3) as he was in an academy/preschool in IA. We could not get into any of the academies but picked 2 home...

- Rajeshwari N.

Daycares in Allston, MA

Friendly Foundations, Inc.

Friendly Foundations, Inc.

68 South Avenue, Revere, MA

5.0

(1)

Friendly Foundations, Inc. provides an exceptional educational experience for your child! Our small class size enables us to: - individualize each child's education - build a home/school partnership - utilize an outstanding research-based curriculum - provide a loving, safe, and nurturing...
5.0
"My son is 4 years old and has been attending Friendly Foundations since September. Though we originally wanted him to attend public preschool there were not enough spots left. After researching several options in the area we came across Friendly Foundations...

Ginny F


Charles River Childcare

Charles River Childcare

43 Pine St, Dedham, MA

5.0

(2)

We offer: *A Wonderful bi-weekly curriculum. *Daily nutritional snacks. *Fun-filled outdoor activities including walking excursions, farmers markets, library visits and Children's Mini-Putt.
5.0
"Our child has been with Ms. Linda at Charles River Childcare for two years (age 2-4). It has been a wonderful experience for our family. Ms. Linda exudes joy and provides exemplary care for infants and toddlers. Charles River Childcare offers, an in home,...

Care member


Shining Stars Daycare

Shining Stars Daycare

45 Pembroke St, Medford, MA

5.0

(1)

Heavy emphasis of outdoor time - exploring, walks and playground time. Arts, crafts and creative time is the main focus while inside. Fun indoor activities for rainy and very cold days - dance parties, yoga, story time, building forts... Nutritious lunch and snacks will be provided by me...
5.0
"My two year old has been attending Shining Stars for 8 months and my child and I couldn't be happier. Raquel is such a loving and caring person-- I don't trust anyone as much as her with my child. She provides attention and a loving environment, not to mention...

Martha P.


Shirin Family Day Care

Shirin Family Day Care

8 Theresa Road, Stoneham, MA

3.0

(2)

Licensed and certified Montessori teacher in business since 1990, providing an in-home Montessori program for infants and toddlers in a well equipped, safe, warm and loving environment. Small group of children and limited spots are available, individual care and attention for each child is...
5.0
"Our son started care with Ms. Ahmed when he was 12 weeks old. From the very start, he was always happy and content when we picked him up each day. Ms. Ahmed provided a very nurturing and loving environment. We loved receiving pictures and videos of my son during...

EJ


Bobo Daycare

Bobo Daycare

177 Upland Ave, Newton, MA

5.0

(13)

Offering family child care. Please email bobodaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.
5.0
"Let me start by saying we loved this daycare for our toddler! Our family moved from Iowa to Massachusetts late last year (2021). We were looking for a care setting for our 2.5 year old (now 3) as he was in an academy/preschool in IA. We could not get into any of...

Rajeshwari N.


Sarah's Bilingual Family Child Care

Sarah's Bilingual Family Child Care

202 Grove Street, Belmont, MA

4.5

(2)

Thanks for choosing Sarah's Family Childcare. Our goal is to provide a program that will benefit the child, the parent and the community. We are committed to the development of a well-rounded child with a positive self-image. Our program is designed to expand the individuality of each child by...
4.0
"Sarah's is great. We sent our son their when he was young. We definitely recommend it."

Ron P


Allie's Tots

Allie's Tots

6 Dothan Street, Arlington, MA

5.0

(1)

I provide family child care on a full-time basis for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children. Spots are now available for full-time care, 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday in Arlington Heights (convenient to Route 2 off the Park Avenue Exit). When I was a working mom, I felt such fear and...
5.0
"It wasn't easy searching for someone to care for my infant girl. Even the second time around, I worried that I wouldn't be able to find someone that I would feel comfortable leaving my baby with while I returned to work. I worried that someone else could not know...

Sarah P.


Wellesley Infant Toddler House

Wellesley Infant Toddler House

4 Roberts Rd, Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0

(3)

Wellesley Infant Toddler House (WITH) accepts children ages 0 to 3 years old. At WITH, infant/toddler care, brain research and educational theories are applied into practice. Excellent elements for young children globally are combined with the local strength of education and care. By creating a...
5.0
"Our daughter has been in Sophia's care since the beginning of 2020. As first time parents, we were very nervous about leaving our baby in someone else's care. After having toured numerous daycare centers and feeling overwhelmed, we instantly felt at ease in...

Christelle D


Theophany Orthodox Christian School

Theophany Orthodox Christian School

754 GREENDALE AVE, Needham, MA

5.0

(1)

Theophany School offers a multi-age learning experience with small class sizes, an engaging curriculum and a loving Christian environment for children in the Greater Boston area. Our current programs include: 3-day and 5-day Preschool class options, and a full-day Kindergarten. The School and its...
5.0
"My nephew and my two daughters all attended Theophany. It's a true hidden gem with teachers who are not only creative and warm but also educated and more importantly-wise!"

Marybeth H.


Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

32 Morris St., Everett, MA

5.0

(1)

I am a 32-year-old Mom to a 4-month-old baby girl (and Auntie to 10!) and I am looking to care for 2-3 additional young children in my home. My husband and I own a single-family residence in Everett, MA that has a private, fenced-in backyard and is walking distance to multiple parks, the library,...
5.0
"I have a 14 month old daughter who Meghan has taken care of multiple times. Not only is she experienced and reliable, she is extremely attentive to all of my daughters needs. I honestly can say Meghan is the best!"

Krista C


Newton Childcare Academy

Newton Childcare Academy

145 Wells Ave, Newton, MA

5.0

(4)

5.0
"Enjoyed the tour with Forooz so much and am happy to have enrolled my toddler. Great teachers, organic menu options and sparkling clean facility!"

Martha


Adorable Little Angels

Adorable Little Angels

6 Princeton Ave, Waltham, MA

4.0

(1)

I was born in Brazil. There I was a preschool teacher for several years before coming to America. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I provide a supportive nurturing healthy learning environment in my new home (built in 2005). Along side my own daughter (1 year old). The house is...
4.0
"I love kids. I am loving respectful and fun"

Nado Nina K.


Little Forest Family Day Care

Little Forest Family Day Care

90 Beach St, Malden, MA

5.0

(3)

Dear parents, My name is Patria, I have an extensive training in childcare and child development, state certified, and 5+ years of experience. Our program offers a safe environment conducive to learning, allowing the child to explore the world in a safe - child proof- environment with indoor /...
5.0
"I took my two year old son there because his regular daycare had closed for the day unexpectedly. Well, he was of course nervous to meet the new kids at first but he ended up loving it. Patria really has a nice big space for the kids and she is the sweetest. By the...

Elana And Mike J.


Stepping Stones Family Care

Stepping Stones Family Care

47 Clifton Street, Malden, MA

5.0

(1)

Stepping Stones is a warm and nurturing community where your infant, toddler, or preschool child will thrive socially and academically. It is a fully licensed daycare/preschool that is run by a BPS teacher and mother of two from a gorgeous and spacious Victorian home across the street from a newly...
5.0
"We were so lucky to find this type of care for our daughter. While at Stepping Stones, our daughter grew so much on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. It was so fun to pick her up to see what else they did and learned that day (the daily reports are...

Mike A.


Camp Young Judaea

Camp Young Judaea

22 Priscilla Cir, Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0

(1)

Camp Young Judaea serves children ages 8-15. Located on 168 acres on the shores of Lake Baboosic, our waterfront features two waterski/wakeboard power boats, canoes, kayaks, sailboats, paddle boats, and windsurfers. Camp facilities include eight tennis courts, several playing fields, basketball and...

Fairmount Hill Childcare

Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1, Hyde Park, MA

5.0

(1)

Providing infant childcare with 1:2 supervision, and toddler childcare with 1:3 supervision in a safe, loving, and structured environment.
5.0
"ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

Pauline P.


X Y Z Family Child Care

X Y Z Family Child Care

464 Sea St, Quincy, MA

5.0

(7)

We are a provider of family child care services and have been in operation for over 20 years. We offer a nurturing and caring environment that fosters development for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. I offer organic food for the children. Our teachers are CDA certified, NAFCC accredited,...
5.0
"My daughter has been at XYZ since she was 10 months old and has just "graduated" to head off to pre-school almost 3 years later. In the years she has spent with Latifa, she has learned and grown so much. The loving and nurturing environment coupled with healthy...

Julie O.


Helen's Family Child Care

Helen's Family Child Care

19 Cornell Street, Roslindale, MA

5.0

(2)

Hello! I am a mother of two elementary aged children with over 15 years of experience caring for children in and directing enrichment programs. I am offering childcare out of my home for toddlers and/or babies Dependable, creative and flexible providing an environment that is healthy, educational...
5.0
"We were lucky enough to come across Helen's Care.com posting when our daughter was about 7 weeks old. We met her and knew before we even left the interview that she was the perfect fit for us. My daughter took to her instantly and a year later Helen is still one of...

Sarah M.


3.3

(6)

Imagination Station offers care for children 6 weeks to 7 years old. Full time and Part time available. Included in tuition is breakfast, lunch and snack.
3.0
"When I worked for Terri little pumpkin it was POORLY and not operated by a professional who truly cared for the kids and staff needs . IN ORDER TO RUN a program your staff has to be trained and treated with respect. It was a big mess I felt bad for the kids and...

Sandra W.


Beginnings School

Beginnings School

210 South Avenue, Weston, MA

4.1

(11)

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...
5.0
"Beginnings was a an enriching and wonderful early childhood experience for my daughter and son. They came away from their time at Beginnings with solid communication skills and and an empathy towards their peers. I still smile when I drive by and I think of their...

Trish S


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