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Find Trusted Daycares Near Me in Dorchester Center, MA

We have 60 daycares in Dorchester Center, MA! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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Loleeta's Family Child Care

66 Colonial Ave Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(2)

< 1 mi

I am a professional and have been providing services to the community for over 25 years. I am Licensed by EEC, and a Quality Child Care Educator, Loving and Experienced. The children Learn through music, movement, and play. I provide age Appropriate Educational Curriculum, LOVE and nutritious meals Ages from 5 months - 4 years old Vouchers accepted

Care Member says "100/100 highly recommended! My son learns so fast and so well. I love their bond and how she loves my son. I’ll forever appreciate her efforts and her...

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Future Leaders Learning center

1664 Dorchester Ave Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Children are the future, 0-5 years old is one of the most important years of a child's life. Its where they grow, learn, love, trust , play and form bonds. All these things are extremely important and fundamental to a child's growth and development. Every child is a unique individual and different in their own way, Being able to learn grow ,play and explore at their own pace in a Environment that fosters their emotional, social, language, fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive development in a positive way children can unlock their creativity and the possibilities to what they can achieve will be endless. Quality childcare is my main priority, not only am I a care provider but I am a teacher, a role model, a mother, Building strong Relationships and Working together with parents and families we can give children the support they need to feel confident enough to face any obstacle that may get in their way. Future Leaders Childcare coming September 2019
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Dymond Minds Before & After School Care

40 Bourneside St Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

With a Master Degree in Early Education and care, My goal is to provide children from three months to age 6 with experiences and activities of learning that will enrich them in all levels of development. We use research based curricula for our child centered activities and believe that children learn best through culturally rich environments, meaningful play and consistent scheduling. Though we are a family based child care we believe in going into the community for a significant part of our learning. This gives our students an opportunity to see the world they are learning about from a real life point of view. Field trips to local libraries and other learning environments/events are scheduled on a regular basis. We also provide at no additional cost, three full meals and two snacks for full time students and are closely monitored by a nutrition education program which insures we offer what is known to be best for the children at the appropriate age. We also offer assistance with toilet training and self regulation skills for behavior challenged children. We are a full year program accepting private pay and voucher assisted clients.
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Kids First Daycare and Learning Center Inc

1190 Adams St Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Kids First Daycare and Learning Center Inc welcomes you and your child to their facility at 1190 Adams Street, Boston where they provide a soothing and decent setting that caters to the specific needs of your family. Their center is dedicated to foster individuality and cultural identity and takes steps to strengthen these principles.
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Rockwood Early Educational Academy

995 Blue Hill Ave Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Rockwood Early Educational Academy, located in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts, is a non-profit, state-licensed early childhood center that offers educational day care programs for toddlers and preschoolers. The company admits children between the ages of 15 months to 6 years old and provides them with structured programs that use the Creative Curriculum.
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Above & Beyond SACC Program @ Brookview House Inc.

2 Brookview ST Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Brookview provides women and children experiencing homelessness with a safe place to live and programs to build self-esteem. These families practice the skills necessary to thrive as active and integral members of their community and, by so doing, improves the community for all of us. Brookview has a Early Education Care school-age after-school program for ages 6-12yrs. Primary focus is improving academics grades and behavioral management.
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The Salvation Army Children's Learning Center

26 Wales Street Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
The Salvation Army Children's Learning Center is a center-based child care program located in Dorchester Center, MA. The program is licensed by The Department of Early Education and Care, and has NAEYC Accreditation. The Children's Learning Center serves children aged 3 months- 13 years in a safe, nurturing setting.
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Excel Children's Services

27 Tonawanda Street Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Faith based
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Excel Children's Services is committed to providing a safe and nurturing educational environment designed to instill self-confidence and a life-long desire for learning. Excel's curriculum, is designed to meet the needs of the whole child. We recognize that the cognitive, emotional, social and physical needs of each child are unique, and our programs are carefully designed to stimulate, engage and challenge the individual needs of each of our students. Our goal at Excel is to empower children with the self-confidence, self-assurance, knowledge, and moral awareness necessary to establish a strong foundation for his/her future. Both Excel's infant and toddler curriculum have been carefully designed to stimulate, engage and challenge each stage of your child's development. My program balances structured learning activities, physical activity, free play and most of all, lots of hugs. Excel offers fun, educational activities that instill a desire for learning! Reading is a key factor in your child's education, and Excel promotes literacy at an early age. There is a reading library with an abundant selection of books that meet the interest of each child. Interactive reading is a part of the daily lesson plan and, when age appropriate, your child will be encouraged to read on his/her own. Our curriculum enhances your child's imagination, creativity, social skills and basic values while challenging him/her to build self-assurance and problem solving skills. School Age Program Excel offers a program to fit the needs of parents and children who require after school care. Our after school age program is designed with the needs of the older child in mind. We offer opportunities for active and quiet play, arts and crafts, games, outdoor recreation and special projects. Additionally, a quiet area is provided for children who need to work on homework, special studies or wish to do quiet reading. Children will also receive a snack. Summer Program When local schools are not in session during the summer, Excel offers a summer camp program designed with age appropriate activities.
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Ashmont Nursery School Inc

1 Ashmont St Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Ashmont Nursery School is a play-based, parent-led cooperative preschool for children aged 22 months to 5 years. It is located near Codman Square and accessible by T (Ashmont Station). Facilities include a spacious indoor play area with a wide variety of materials and a fully equipped outdoor play yard. The school is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).
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Little Leader Prep School

242 Woodrow Ave Dorchester Center, MA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Little Leader Prep School is a childcare center located in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts that offers their services to children ages 2 months to 4 years old. The company provides age and developmentally appropriate programs geared towards infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Little Leader Prep School also offers early intervention services such as speech therapy.
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4827 - Everbrook Academy of Coolidge Corner North

302 HARVARD ST BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(1)

5 mi

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially, physically, and academically prepared for school. As a 21st century preschool, our STEAM curriculum brings the world into every classroom. Integrated, hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math provide a foundation to ensure children are prepared to navigate a changing world. As they grow, your children will need to be makers and thinkers, and that's why this approach ensures that they thrive and develop the necessary skills to embark on their future. This school of today will prepare your child for the world of tomorrow.

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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4877 - Everbrook Academy of Brighton

640 WASHINGTON ST BRIGHTON, MA

5.0(1)

7 mi

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially, physically, and academically prepared for school. As a 21st century preschool, our STEAM curriculum brings the world into every classroom. Integrated, hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math provide a foundation to ensure children are prepared to navigate a changing world. As they grow, your children will need to be makers and thinkers, and that's why this approach ensures that they thrive and develop the necessary skills to embark on their future. This school of today will prepare your child for the world of tomorrow.

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Currie, Heather

1261 COMMERCIAL ST WEYMOUTH, MA

5.0(1)

9 mi

In-Home daycare
Carousel Daycare is a Weymouth licensed home Daycare. Carousel Daycare offers learning through play along with art, science, and much more.Your child(s)will feel safe, get plenty one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning

Diana S. says "I have had my kids here for nearly six and a half years now! Heather is absolutely wonderful, caring, and patient with the kids. The kids truly LOVE her!...

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Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1 Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)

4 mi

Fairmount Hill Child Care is a licensed home daycare and microschool. We offer quality infant and toddler care with excellent ratios - typically 3 adults for 10 children. We offer preschool starting at 18 months, a dynamic, hands-on pre-k program for 4-year-olds, and we follow a secular, literature-based curriculum for grades K-4, where we dive deep into world culture, history, and science, and offer a wealth of hands-on experiences. We make learning fun, with plenty of opportunities for free and guided play. Your child will be exposed to music, dance, imaginative play, cross-cultural learning, baby sign language, books, books, and more books! Toddlers enjoy daily sensory learning activities, and special, age-appropriate activities, working hands-on with art, science, cognitive learning, fine motor manipulatives, reading and math readiness.

Pauline P. says "ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

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Little Sprouts Boston University Medical Campus

815 ALBANY ST BOSTON, MA

5.0(3)

3 mi

Day Care
Child 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. Little Sprouts Boston BUMC is located right in the heart of the Boston University Medical Campus on Albany Street, near Mass Ave. This school is modern and bright, with spacious classrooms that provide ample space for learning and making connections. A dedicated parking lot behind the school makes pick-up and drop-off time convenient for commuting families. Additionally, a private playground inspires new play and sensory discoveries for growing minds in the fresh air. Like all of our Little Sprouts schools, Boston University Medical Campus has been designed with your child in mind. From the natural wood of the floors, to the colors on the walls and the furniture in the classrooms, it’s all intentionally selected to create a soothing and relaxing atmosphere where your child can be safe, happy and learning every day.

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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Little Pandas

15 SYCAMORE ROAD NEWTON, MA

5.0(4)

6 mi

International
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Little Pandas Home Daycare By Zhifen Fei is warm and vibrant haven that has been nurturing young minds since 1994. Our journey began in Watertown, MA with our dedicated founder, Fei, and has since flourished in the inviting community of Oak Hill in Newton, MA. Positioned conveniently near Route 9 and the Chestnut Hill area, our day care offers a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment for all families. At Little Pandas, we embrace the unique backgrounds of our little adventurers, providing a colorful array of activities that promote creativity, bilingual communication in English and Chinese, and holistic development. Under the loving and experienced guidance of Fei, each day unfolds with exciting, interactive learning experiences, from captivating storytelling and creative arts and crafts to lively outdoor play and musical fun. For nearly 30 years, Little Pandas has been more than a daycare; we are a family deeply committed to the joys of childhood and the importance of nurturing wonder. Step into the Little Pandas Home Daycare family, and let your child's journey of discovery begin with us!

Han F. says "My daughter joined Little Panda when she was 2 years and 9 months old. I was nervous because she had never been in a daycare setting and she was nervous...

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Peninsula Montessori Academy at Newton

221 Washington St NEWTON, MA

5.0(2)

8 mi

Peninsula Montessori Academy at Newton is an American Montessori Society (AMS) verified school featuring Mandarin language enrichment. Our teachers are committed to providing the highest standards of Montessori education. Our learning environments feature customized curriculum that assists children in reaching their full potential through the exploration of hands-on learning materials and self-paced progress. This is accomplished through a whole-child approach emphasizing building skills in independence, concentration, sensory exploration, and skill mastery. We strive to provide a supportive, enriching atmosphere for our staff and to build a welcoming and collaborative relationship with parents and families.

Care Member says "Our children go to another Peninsula Academy location and while visiting Boston for a work trip, my husband and I had the opportunity to visit the...

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Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2 Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)

2 mi

Kidzkollege Early Education and Preschool is, licensed has a Non traditional hour by the department of early childcare education. We served infants, toddlers, before and after school program and weekend care is available. We are family oriented. Guaranteed the safety of each child in our care. Flexibility of receiving your child earlier. No penalty for 30 minutes late pick up Flexible schedule to accommodate parents needs.

Patience O. says "i agree to a five star rating because of the personal experience i had with kidzkollege. try and you will be impressed"

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-Little Sprouts Dedham

280 BRIDGE ST DEDHAM, MA

5.0(2)

6 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Dedham, 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 solution that fits their needs. Surrounded by protected marshlands and convenient to surrounding towns such as Hyde Park, Needham, and Norwood, our Dedham school offers a serene environment for your child to learn and grow among the peaceful views of nature. Affectionately called a Little Sprouts’ “dream school,” our Dedham space was designed with parents and children in mind. Featuring several amenities, such as a private nursing room and an indoor play space with a bicycle track, both you and your child will be excited to come to school every day. Bright, sun-drenched classrooms will stimulate your child’s mind, as cheerful colors and sounds of laughter create excitement for the day ahead. Your child will explore and play in our spacious classrooms, designed to inspire learning and discovery in every corner. Nestled next to the school, our private infant, toddler and preschool/pre-kindergarten playgrounds provide safe and fun areas for children to enjoy the outdoors.

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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4828 - Everbrook Academy of Coolidge Corner South

164 HARVARD ST BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(1)

4 mi

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially, physically, and academically prepared for school. As a 21st century preschool, our STEAM curriculum brings the world into every classroom. Integrated, hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math provide a foundation to ensure children are prepared to navigate a changing world. As they grow, your children will need to be makers and thinkers, and that's why this approach ensures that they thrive and develop the necessary skills to embark on their future. This school of today will prepare your child for the world of tomorrow.

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Dorchester Center, MA

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

Loleeta's Family Child Care

100/100 highly recommended! My son learns so fast and so well. I love their bond and how she loves my son. I’ll forever appreciate her...

- Care member

4827 - Everbrook Academy of Coolidge Corner North

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with...

- Kayla S.

4877 - Everbrook Academy of Brighton

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with...

- Kayla S.

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Dorchester Center, MA

Daycare centers near you in Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center, 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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