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Daycares in Arlington, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Josey's Daycare

Our daughter had been with Josey since she was 3 months old. She's now 2 and gets so excited in the morning to go to "Jojo's house". Josey...

- Kathryn L.

Tiny Tots Daycare

My daughter has been going to Zarqua for the pay two years. Zarqua is so organized and so structured. The kids' play, nap and learning areas...

- Lindsey K.

Spanish Immersion Montessori School

We absolutely love SIMS! Both our girls attend and their Spanish is impecable, they’re well mannered and compassionate. They’ve learned to...

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Josey's Daycare

81 Woodlawn Ave Waltham, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Josey's Daycare is a home based center that has been in business for thirty years. At this center, children will grow and learn through exploration and play. Structure will be provided for the children as well as a thriving learning environment. Children will be engaged in activities throughout the day that promote age...

Kathryn L. says "Our daughter had been with Josey since she was 3 months old. She's now 2 and gets so excited in the morning to go to "Jojo's house". Josey provides a...

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Tiny Tots Daycare

54 Loring Ave Winchester, MA

5.0(8)

State license verified

We are a daycare currently residing in a quiet part of Winchester, MA. We take care of all children between the ages of infancy to 5 years. Tiny Tots daycare offers a range of educational services depending on the age of the child. For babies and toddlers we cover a range of subjects such as Colors, Shapes, ABC's, Numbers and...

Lindsey K. says "My daughter has been going to Zarqua for the pay two years. Zarqua is so organized and so structured. The kids' play, nap and learning areas are always...

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Spanish Immersion Montessori School

75 VERNON ST NEWTON, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
Spanish Immersion Montessori offers a total language immersion and multicultural Montessori education in a stimulating, nurturing environment for children ages 15 months-5 years. Our educational programs do much more than teach your child; they instill confidence, independent thought and a-long love of learning. As a parent, the...

Care Member says "We absolutely love SIMS! Both our girls attend and their Spanish is impecable, they’re well mannered and compassionate. They’ve learned to respect...

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Brownstone Kids Academy

227 West Canton St. Boston, MA

5.0(2)
Brownstone Kids Academy is a neighborhood learning center in the heart of Boston that focuses on early childhood development. We believe that children learn best through play in a safe and nurturing environment. The play-based preschool philosophy is designed to enrich the whole child, including social, emotional, physical,...

Carmen B says "Carly at Brownstone is AMAZING!! My kids have never been so excited about anyplace they've ever gone for childcare. They absolutely love her! The location...

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Little Forest Family Day Care

90 Beach St Malden, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

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 / outdoor playtime. I am fully...

Michelle D. says "Patria is the absolute best! I visited at least 10 daycares before finding Patria. My daughter has been with her since she was 3 months old and I...

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La Creche Daycare

5 Crawford Rd Burlington, MA

5.0(22)

State license verified

Due to COVID-19, La Creche Daycare program and environment has been paired to promote the new health and safety Massachusetts requirements. Thank you for your interest in my family daycare. My name is Meryem and I have two precious kids, one 13-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy. I live in Burlington, MA. I have a safe &...

Care Member says "We just love La Creche Daycare. Meryem and Angela are just amazing. Both my kids go there, and we are beyond happy. They go the extra mile to make sure...

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Red Apple

91 Belmont St Everett, MA

5.0(16)

State license verified

Red Apple is a bilingual family child care that provides a fun educational curriculum. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. The daily interaction with the children is what we find so satisfying. We love watching the reading process unfold and never tire of helping children unlock the mysteries of print. We...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Red Apple to other families! My daughter started there at four months old and left at about 18 months because we moved. I really feel...

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ABC Childcare

171 Gould Street NEEDHAM, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
International
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Cooperative
Montessori
+ 5 more
At ABC childcare, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to promote holistic development, incorporating a blend of structured activities and free play that encourages creativity, curiosity, and social interaction. From sensory exploration to early literacy and numeracy skills, we tailor our approach to suit the individual...

Care Member says "ABC Childcare and Preschool has become a “home away from home” for our daughter. We can focus on work, while our baby is being loved and cared for....

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Creative Children Childcare

Julian Street Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
We are new licensed Home Daycare striving to provide a clean safe fun learning environment for children 2-3.5.We offer meals, hands on learning, art, music, theatre, field trips, lesson plans and reasonable rates . We follow a daily schedule working with each child individually to help prepare them for K1. We do accept Vochuers...

Retresha K. says "Very down to earth provider , cares for children, providing quality home care in a family setting. I'm happy we found her"

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Global Children School

4A Gill St Woburn, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

International
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Child care
+ 2 more
WELCOME to the first Global Children School in Massachusetts! * Quality Early Childhood Education * Full Immersion Approach English, Spanish and Russian * Child-Centered Approach * Project-Based Guided Learning * Intercultural Mindfulness * Global and Sustainable Living Perspective * accepting Massachusetts voucher for child...

Marigo S. says "I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both Russian & Spanish in...

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Diane's Daycare in Newton

154 Truman Road Newton, MA

5.0(21)

State license verified

In-Home daycare
Child care

Care Member says "Diane is another grandmother to our daughter, when her own live thousands of miles away. We had the privilege of sending our daughter to Diane's from...

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Bright Start Daycare

419 WOBURN ST Wilmington, MA

5.0(1)
Bright Start Treasure House is a Christian daycare. Our curriculum offers pretty much the same a center would. What differentiates us is that we offer individual attention and we offer an opportunity for children to get ready for the real world by learning how to become tolerant to one another due to the age difference between...

Ashley M. says "we have been at Bright Start since October and my daughter Brianna LOVES everyone here. Miss. Stephanie is awesome in every way, you can tell she LOVES...

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Shining Stars Daycare

45 Pembroke St Medford, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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 unless you prefer to send your own...

Martha P. says "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...

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Gamaland Family Child Care

44 Myrtle St Lynn, MA

5.0(7)
Gamaland provides experiences where children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. We are a Bilingual child care program in Lynn, Massachusetts. Our main goal is to nurture and explore each child uniqueness;by providing safe, warm and loving environment that is enriched with opportunities, discovery and...

Angela F says "Gamaland is amazing! A very clean and well organized place . It has a variety of toys for the children to explore and Play. The children has plenty of...

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Ellen Moore's Child Care

12 Worthington Street Boston, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

My program is a small, mixed-age group, and we all become very attached to each other--it really is very much like a family. I am located in Boston, close to the Longwood Medical Area. I have a well-equipped home with three levels of interesting space and a small backyard. We also have a wagon-for-six for trips around the...

Michael W. says "Our daughter has been going to Ellen's House for a year and a half and we're already dreading the eventual day that we no longer get to hand off our...

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Little Pandas Home Daycare

15 SYCAMORE ROAD Newton, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

We are a state-licensed bilingual family daycare with an integration of American and Asian cultures. We speak both English and Chinese. We have been serving families in Watertown/Newton area for over 20 years. Our children's families come from various cultural background and nationalities including China, India, Russia, Korea,...

Care Member says "I would give more than 5 stars to little pandas if I can. My daughter has been with Ms. Fei (owner) and Ms. Huang (assistant) for 3 years and has...

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Learning Cottage Preschool

21 Douglas Ave Burlington, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

I am Shabana, mother of 3 children, certified curriculum coordinator, director and lead teacher for children, aged birth to 8 years. I have 18 yrs of experience in early childhood education. Learning Cottage is a curriculum and theme based licensed family daycare and aftercare for toddlers through preschoolers. We provide a...

Meenal M. says "My son used to go to this day care when he was about a year old. Shabana is very nice, disciplined and caring. We moved to another state and still miss...

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The Learning Tree Preschool

17 Allston St Allston, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

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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THE JEWISH PRESCHOOL OF LEXINGTON

9 BURLINGTON ST LEXINGTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$6500/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 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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LINCOLN SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN

147 CONCORD RD LINCOLN, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2380/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Day Care
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Lincoln School for Children is a high-quality, safe, and nurturing preschool and childcare center for children from 3 months old to 5 years old. With a large and clean facility, loving and qualified teachers, low teacher-to-student ratios, and an educational curriculum, we provide a stimulating environment for your child's...

Binna D. says "THIS SCHOOL IS VERY GOOD FOR OUR KIDS, EVERYTHING IS PRETTY NEW. THE LOCATION IS GREAT."

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Arlington, MA

Daycare centers near you in Arlington, MA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Arlington, MA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Arlington, MA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Arlington, MA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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