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Daycares in Gloucester, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 51 listed daycares

Hyacinth's Family Daycare

Hyacinth daycare provides daycare in a safe clean environment. Bing and her assistant work with infants , toddlers and preschool children to...

- Michele B

Kindred Gardens Early Learning

My daughter has been going to Kindred Gardens for over a year now and is completely thriving! She was a preemie and has had her own set of...

- Care member

Tricia Joles Daycare

My daughter has loved being at Tricia's daycare this year! It has been wonderful to know my daughter was in a safe location where she was...

- Lisa

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Hyacinth's Family Daycare

134 Centennial Ave. Gloucester, MA

5.0(9)

State license verified

* ACCEPTING STATE VOUCHER. * STATE LICENSED. * OPEN from: 7 AM to 5 PM. Our mission at Hyacinth's Family Daycare is to provide a loving, safe, nurturing and fun environment for our children where they can learn and achieve their maximum potential. We believe that the first 5 years is crucial to the growth and...

Michele B says "Hyacinth daycare provides daycare in a safe clean environment. Bing and her assistant work with infants , toddlers and preschool children to develop...

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Kindred Gardens Early Learning

5a Dr. Osman Babson Road Gloucester, MA

5.0(2)
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
FCC Expansions ... in business since 2008. At Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care, We maintain a hazard-free, nurturing, safe clean environment. We believe that early childhood education should be an exciting and educational experience. We at Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care are CHILD DIRECTED and we promote...

Care Member says "My daughter has been going to Kindred Gardens for over a year now and is completely thriving! She was a preemie and has had her own set of challenges...

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Cape Ann YMCA Child Care

67 Middle Street Gloucester, MA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
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SAFE, NURTURING ENVIRONMENTS FOR CHILDREN TO LEARN, GROW, THRIVE, AND HAVE FUN! Child Care programs for children ages 15 months through 12 years. At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That's why our early learning and, after school...
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Ms. Deb's NeighborSchool

1 Gee Avenue Gloucester, MA

Ms. Deb's NeighborSchool is a licensed home daycare in Gloucester, MA. As a parent, figuring out child care can feel daunting. Especially if you're trying to find child care for the first time. You want something that feels right, something that's going to give you the peace of mind that your child is not only in good hands,...
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Ms. Whitney's NeighborSchool

5 Seaview Road Gloucester, MA

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At The Learning Garden Daycare we strive to provide an environment that is safe and allows your child to grow and be creative through music, play, art, language, and physical activity. I want the children to laugh, learn and grow together in a family setting. I promise to provide a safe environment free of hazards to allow the...
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Ms. Deb's NeighborSchool

1 Gee Avenue Gloucester, MA

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A child learns by building on the skills that they have mastered. It is important to know what stage a child is in for each area of development and what they should be able to do next developmentally. Each child is unique and should never be compared to another child. All activities should be designed to promote development in...
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In-Home daycare
Child care
The Kiddie Corner Family Daycare provides a preschool program in Gloucester, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Kiddie Corner Family Daycare is open...
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Mt. Pleasant Daycare

115 Mount Pleasant Ave Gloucester, MA

Child care
Mt. Pleasant Daycare is an educational childcare facility located at 115 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Gloucester, Massachusetts. The licensed childcare facility can accommodate eight children and is open 24 hours a day. Mt. Pleasant Daycare offers full-time, part-time, drop-n, emergency backup and before/after-school care services.
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Riverview Preschool

58 Riverview Rd Gloucester, MA

Preschool
Child care
The Riverview Preschool provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Gloucester, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Activities in STEM, music, arts, and language and literacy develop the love for learning among the...
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Annisquam Preschool

1123 Washington St Gloucester, MA

Preschool
Child care
Located in Gloucester, Massachusetts, Annisquam Preschool aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can grow physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. It offers programs that involve physical growth, emotional and social growth, and cognitive growth, as well as math, science, and creativity. Additionally,...
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Rock the Baby

20 Lexington Avenue Gloucester, MA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Preschool, Infant & Toddler Learning Center Flexible Plans & Drop-in Care Open Mon - Friday 7am - 5:30pm Information & tours are by appointment only.
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Goose Cove Nursery School

17 Youngs Rd Gloucester, MA

Preschool
Child care
Established in 1977, Goose Cove Nursery School provides a warm and loving home for the children to play and learn at their own pace. Their goal is to build a strong foundation for the child, which will enhance a successful and confident transition into kindergarten.
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Child care
Gloucester Afterschool Program at Veteran's Memorial School is a large group and school age child care.It strives to meet all of the students' academic, emotional and physical needs in a caring school environment. It will instill in its students a life-long love of learning and such values as honesty, diversity, respect, and...
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Hartz Street Nursery School

39 Hartz St Gloucester, MA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Hartz Street Nursery School provides a preschool and extended care program in Gloucester, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Hartz Street Nursery...
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Majestic Harbor Children's Center

127 Eastern Ave Ste 7 Gloucester, MA

Preschool
Child care
Majestic Harbor Children's Center is located at 127 Eastern Avenue, Gloucester, Massachusetts. The provides full-day or partial-day care all year for children from 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten. The center offers children learning opportunities, providing them hands-on, age-appropriate activities that develop their communication...
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Happy Day School

39 Gloucester Ave Gloucester, MA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Happy Day School is an early education facility based in Gloucester that cares for children between the ages of 1 month to 6 years old. The company’s programs focus mainly on developing children’s decision making and social interaction skills. Happy Day School strives to provide their students with various positive and...
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Tricia Joles Daycare

130 Essex St Box 182A South Hamilton, MA

5.0(1)
MORNING DAYCARE FOR PRESCHOOL LEARNERS (2 day, 3 day or 5 day options) I am certified, licensed, and approved by the Early Education and Care department in the state of Massachusetts to provide in-home Daycare. I have been providing this service two years out of my home. I am also CPR and First Aid Certified. Over the next...

Lisa says "My daughter has loved being at Tricia's daycare this year! It has been wonderful to know my daughter was in a safe location where she was getting one-on-one...

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Kathy's Daycare

17 Orchard Street Beverly, MA

5.0(5)
Welcome to Kathy's Daycare. I have been a successful Daycare Provider for over twenty years in the same home I raised my own three children. I feel strongly that young children need to be loved, nurtured, and allowed to play in a safe home. I am very caring and believe it is important to teach the children at my daycare to...

Eileen S. says "My son has been going to Kathy's Daycare for just over a year now (started at 6 months old). We've had the best experience with Kathy from the start - she...

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Next Generation Children's Centers Beverly

232 ESSEX ST BEVERLY, MA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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Sunnyviews Family Child Care

38 Ashton St Beverly, MA

SunnyViews is moving to North Andover, MA in November 2018 and looking for new toddlers and preschoolers! At SunnyViews, we believe in learning through age appropriate activities and play. We spend a large amount of time outdoors learning through doing. Meghan has worked with children most of her life from babysitting to...
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Daycare centers near you in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, 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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