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

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The Learning Ladder Preschool

5.0(1)

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580 Webster Street Hanover, MA

OPEN ENROLLMENT! We except children 2.9 - 5 years We are open 7am - 6pm for a full day, 7a - 12:30 half day Call to schedule a tour - limited spots remain, our fall program is filling up fast! 781-421-6387 or email us at thelearningladderhanover@gmail.com It's that time of the year again and we are now enrolling for Summer and Fall! We have both full and half day programs available. In addition to the core academics, we also offer yoga, art, music, sign language, Spanish, hands-on science experiments, cooking, and gardening. We are a great balance of academics, social, and just FUN! We are approaching another fun filled summer at The Learning Ladder! One of our absolute favorite things to do at the Learning Ladder is combining learning with fun, and the summer months are a prime time to do just that. Your child will love our selection of summer adventures and activities, in addition to their regularly scheduled curriculum. From mid-June through the start of the new school year, we provide a multitude of in-house field trips! From clowns to ice cream trucks and puppet shows to community helpers and the bubble man! On days without visitors, your child is invited to participate in activities such as dress-up days, water games, cooking, picnics, music, and, every once in a while, a cold treat on a hot day. Our summer camp is sprinkled with activities filled with fun! We spend most of our time outside with water play, sprinklers, picnic lunches and so much more! We have bi- weekly themes that go alongside fun outdoor activities! Gardening Water play Arts and crafts Science experiment Nature walks Ice cream truck

Gia R. says "Bright sunny classroom, awesome program, great teachers!"

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Early Skills Center

5.0(1)

2 mi

333 COLUMBIA RD STE 8 HANOVER, MA

-We are a Family owned, We have a holistic view of the child. Our STEAM curriculum is a strengths-based approach for each child. We offer small group activities and teach social-emotional skills. We strive to care for your kids as you would. Students will be Kinder garden ready, we will help them apply upon program / age graduation

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Cadence Academy Preschool Hanover

673 WASHINGTON ST HANOVER, MA

1 mi

We offer high-quality childcare and early education at our Hanover preschool center. Our infant care and toddler learning programs have affordable rates, convenient hours, and a great location with easy access to Route 3. In addition, we utilize a nationally recognized curriculum and an approach to education that you will see in action in all our Cadence Academy Preschool centers. Our developmentally appropriate classrooms at our Hanover MA preschool facility are warm and inviting. Within each classroom, you will find distinct learning centers such as blocks, sand and water, dramatic play, library, and computers. These well-defined areas present clear activity choices to children and give them control over their time during center time. Learning materials are offered on low shelves and in labeled containers so they are easily accessible to the little ones, helping them gain confidence and a sense of independence. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.*
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Ms. Juliana's NeighborSchool

1239 Hanover Street Hanover, MA

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Juliana is a home daycare provider licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Her license allows her to care for up to 6 children in a warm home environment in Hanover. Juliana has been a provider since 2018. As a licensed provider, Juliana receives training in safe sleep, childhood nutrition, medication administration and childhood development. Every year she is required to renew her pediatric CPR certificate and attend at least 10 hours of professional development training. Every year, a Licensor from the EEC's regional office does an unannounced home-visit to assess program quality, health & safety practices, and make sure Juliana is meeting the EEC's requirements, including regular progress reports, daily attendance tracking, monthly evacuation drills, etc. Parents love NeighborSchools home daycares. 'I was focused on choosing a program that nurtured my child, but I found one that also nurtured me and helped me become a better parent. I'm always telling my friends to check out home daycare - our experience was so wonderful!' Read more about Courtney Trudell's journey to find the right child care for her family. What is NeighborSchools? NeighborSchools helps experienced caregivers launch and operate licensed home daycares in Massachusetts. With better ratios and experienced caretakers, home daycare allows for more individualized attention for infants and toddlers. As a parent, you get a trusted partner for the long-term care of your child, right in your neighborhood, at a price you can afford.
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Playgroup Sue's

747 Webster Street Hanover, MA

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Drop Off Playgroups for children ages 2-4. Children will be immersed in a world of enrichment through multi-sensory play activities. Playgroups include sand and water play, art and crafts, music and movement, science explorations, outdoor discoveries, free play and more! Playgroups are offered Monday through Wednesday from 9:00 -12:00 and cost $35 for 3 hours. There is a sibling discount which is $50 per playgroup. We offer flexible schedules. You can sign your child up to come regularly once a week or more, or choose to send them on occasion. Snacks are included, and we are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care. Teacher to child ratio is 1:6. To reserve your child's spot, please email, call or text us Flexible Childcare also Available! Drop off babysitting for children ages 2 and up is available Monday through Friday. Currently, we are open from 9:00 - 2:00. Choose to send your child for as many hours as you need. *If the time you need care is during the hours of 9-12 on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, your child will get to take part in the playgroup experience which includes thematic arts and crafts projects, science and cooking experiments, circle time with music and movement, stories, finger-plays, and more! Rates are $12 an hour for 1 child and $15 an hour for more than one. There is paperwork that must be completed and a current medical form is required prior to your child's first time here. We would be happy to send them to you. To book babysitting, please call, email, or text. Although we prefer a 12 hour notice, last minute reservations may be accepted if there is availability during the hours you need care.
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Ms. Daria's NeighborSchool

83 Brook Circle Hanover, MA

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Ms. Daria's NeighborSchool is a licensed home daycare in Hanover, 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, but getting the stimulation and socialization that comes with a great daycare. At NeighborSchools, we get it. That's why we partner exclusively with small, home daycares, run by professionals who have years of experience, and are licensed by the state. Each daycare is different and has it's own approach and vibe, based on the experience of the provider who runs it. We welcome you to check out Ms. Daria's daycare in Hanover, MA. We recommend this daycare to parents who are looking for a small-scale setting and a provider who will treat your child like one of their own. Spots are limited, depending on the age of your child and your preferred start date, so get in touch and we'll let you know right away whether there's a potential opening for you. Any questions, feel free to call us at (617) 765-1972.
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Ms. Sydney's NeighborSchool

738 webster st Hanover, MA

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Ms. Sydney's NeighborSchool is a licensed home daycare in Hanover, 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, but getting the stimulation and socialization that comes with a great daycare. At NeighborSchools, we get it. That's why we partner exclusively with small, home daycares, run by professionals who have years of experience, and are licensed by the state. Each daycare is different and has it's own approach and vibe, based on the experience of the provider who runs it. We welcome you to check out Ms. Sydney's daycare in Hanover, MA. We recommend this daycare to parents who are looking for a small-scale setting and a provider who will treat your child like one of their own. Spots are limited, depending on the age of your child and your preferred start date, so get in touch and we'll let you know right away whether there's a potential opening for you. Any questions, feel free to call us at (617) 765-1972.
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Hanover KinderCare

673 Washington Street Hanover, MA

5245 mi

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and Featured Creatures. We're in session when your local public schools are on break and you'll find our flexible scheduling works for your busy family. See why our summer (and winter and spring) break camps are the place to be when school's out.
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Hanover Nursery School

17 Silver St Hanover, MA

< 1 mi

Small,academically oriented preschool. Family atmosphere...recently celebrated 40th anniversary. Open 7am-6pm.
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Rebecca S O'Dowd

124 Cedar St Hanover, MA

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Rebecca S O'Dowd operates a licensed childcare facility located at 124 Cedar Street, Hanover, Massachusetts. The childcare facility can accommodate ten children comfortably. Rebecca S O'Dowd offers full-time, part-time, and before and after school care services in a safe and secure environment.
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Brown Bear Academy

197 Rockland St Hanover, MA

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Brown Bear Academy is a small child care center located in Hanover, MA. They provide a learning and nurturing environment for children ages from infant to preschool. They aim to enhance the learning capabilities of each to its fullest potential. The academy operates Mondays through Fridays from 7:00AM to 6:30PM.
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Stepping Stones Child Care

17 Church St Hanover, MA

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Stepping Stones Child Care provides a preschool and extended care program in Hanover, 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. Stepping Stones Child Care is open Mondays to Fridays from eight thirty AM to three PM.
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Harmony Family Childcare and Preschool

590 Main St Hanover, MA

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Harmony Family Childcare and Preschool located in Hanover Massachusetts is a learning center that offers a stimulating and sensitive environment to children under its care. It provides a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports mixed age group. The activities given to children prepare them to real world tasks.
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673 WASHINGTON ST HANOVER, MA

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Feng's Family Daycare

5.0(3)

7 mi

110 CAROLYN RD WEYMOUTH, MA

Feng’s Family Day Care – Now Enrolling Children Ages 3 Months to 5 Years! Conveniently located less than 5 minutes from South Shore Hospital and Route 3, Feng’s Family Day Care provides high-quality early childhood education in a safe, nurturing, and family-centered environment. About Ms. Feng Qi: CDA (Child Development Associate) certified, Certified Teacher and Lead Teacher by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, Over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, Operating her own family day care since 2013, Our Program Offers: A caring and developmentally appropriate environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage learning and growth. Nutritious meals and snacks which are provided daily. Language enrichment in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. Contact Us Today 📞 Phone: 617-407-8108 📧 Email: fengtan987@gmail.com 📍 Address: 110 Carolyn Rd, Weymouth, MA 02190

Care Member says "Feng is amazing! She's so caring with my kids, and they absolutely love her. Both of my daughters went to Feng, and I couldn’t have asked for a better...

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Grace Corner

5.0(3)

6 mi

MAIN ST COLUMBIAN WEYMOUTH, MA

Grace Corner is a small child care program licensed by the Mass Department of EEC. I have been working with children for 10+ years. I am certified by the Red Cross in First Aid, AED, CPR, Epi-pen Administration. I am open to back-up care, drop in and flexible to your individual needs. I enjoy intentionally and proactively getting to know young children and babies in order to foster their overall healthy development. During care I offer structured educational lessons, art activities, meals and naps as scheduled. For parents I offer updates and open communication. Before becoming a licensed educator, I worked in Center based day care at Bright Horizons, as well as an ABA Therapist in both clinical base and home service, providing ABA services to young children with Autism. My goal when providing child care is to deliver an experience that offers a clean, safe, cozy and structured environment where soft music and art are always on schedule. Feel free to connect for more info.

Care Member says "My little one attends Grace Corner a few days a week. I was very reluctant (as a new mom and with the state of the world) to have anyone watch my baby...

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SELA: The International Private School - Hingham

5.0(1)

9 mi

75 SGT WILLIAM B TERRY DR HINGHAM, MA

Open Enrollment - Jan 8, 2024 - School Registration and Summer 2024 - Sela Private School excels in language and academics since 2004, with campuses in Hingham and Norwell. Offering global education in Southeastern Massachusetts, our Early Global Education spans from 3 months to 5 years (Daycare, Toddler, Preschool, and JuniorK programs). Sela also offers private elementary school through 8th grade. We provide a safe, learning-focused environment where every child's unique strengths are valued. Our Programs empower students to excel in linguistics, academics, and social skills. SELA provides a safe, learning-focused environment where every child's unique strengths are valued. We're not just a school; we're a language transformation hub. SELA empowers students to excel in linguistics, academics, and social skills while mastering multiple languages. We prepare students for success in high school, fostering bilingual children highly proficient in languages. Join SELA, where global education sparks an inspired, barrier-free future.

Laura K. says "We couldn't be happier here. our son loves it. the teacher and staff are warm and wonderful. we couldn't be happier. our son is learning Spanish fast. This...

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Field House Day School

5.0(1)

10 mi

1100 N MAIN ST BROCKTON, MA

Hours 7:30 - 5pm. We are a early education center located on the Avon/Brockton town line. Just minutes off of Rte 24. Our facility offers bright classrooms and a large open playground. Your children will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care.

Tamara H. says "They are awesome, my daughter has been going there since she was 1.5 yrs old and she is 5 now!"

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I Can Do It Family Daycare

5.0(3)

8 mi

36 Galen Street BROCKTON, MA

I Can Do It Family Daycare is where learning is an adventure. Children is safe , nurture, celebrate and love as they explore, discover and develop age appropriately . It is a place away from home . It give parents a peace of mind when they drop their child off . The students socialize, play and develop social-pro/ social skills and how to solve conflicts . It also prepares them for kindergarten and beyond .

Meed L. says " My son has been there since he was 18 months old, and he just graduated. I loved it so much for him, that I also enrolled my daughter. Karen is lovely and...

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Currie, Heather

5.0(1)

7 mi

1261 COMMERCIAL ST WEYMOUTH, MA

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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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Hanover, MA

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

The Learning Ladder Preschool

Bright sunny classroom, awesome program, great teachers!

- Gia R.

Early Skills Center

Great experience and a caring team of people - thank you!

- Care member

Feng's Family Daycare

Feng is amazing! She's so caring with my kids, and they absolutely love her. Both of my daughters went to Feng, and I couldn’t have asked...

- Care member

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Hanover, MA

Daycare centers near you in Hanover, 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 Hanover, 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 Hanover, 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 Hanover, 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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