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Daycares in Ipswich, MA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Small World on the Green

nice size and 2 large spaces with 2 bathrooms and sinks...lunch not provided..great variety of fine motor/crafts/reading times/resting and...

- Kristen B.

Sprague House Family Child Care

Both our children have been to Marie( we have been with her for 5yrs now). She is warm, friendly and caring. She does age appropriate...

- Jenna

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

Daycare Centers Near Ipswich

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Ipswich Family YMCA

110 County Road Ipswich, MA

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
SAFE, NURTURING ENVIRONMENTS FOR CHILDREN TO LEARN, GROW, THRIVE, AND HAVE FUN! Child Care programs for children ages 2.9 years 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 child care and afterschool programs...
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Small World on the Green

1 Meetinghouse Grn Ipswich, MA

4.0(1)
Child care
The Small World on the Green in Ipswich, Massachusetts offers preschool and childcare for pre-K children. They prepare the children for further schooling and stimulates the children's emotional, social, cognitive and physical growth and academic development. The Small World on the Green accommodates flexible care schedules and...

Kristen B. says "nice size and 2 large spaces with 2 bathrooms and sinks...lunch not provided..great variety of fine motor/crafts/reading times/resting and...

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The Playful Pack

18F Mitchell Rd Ipswich, MA

The Playful Pack is a full service daycare center specializing in superior quality free-range daycare at competitive prices. Both daycare and boarding dogs enjoy all-day access to clean turf-covered yards, climate-controlled indoor play areas, comfortable bedding, fresh drinking water, compatible playmates and constant...
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Ascension Nursery School

31 County Road Ipswich, MA

Child care
Ascension Nursery School located in Ipswich, MA offers services to children ages 2.9 to 5 years old. The school's creative and nurturing curriculum focuses on the educational milestones and social and emotional well-being of the each child making sure the students are ready for Kindergarten.
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Tozer Road Childrens Center Inc

240 County Rd Ipswich, MA

Child care
Tozer Road Childrens Center Inc in Ipswich, Massachusetts is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 36 children from one month to seven years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
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CUVILLY ARTS AND EARTH CENTER

10 Jeffreys Neck Rd Ipswich, MA

Child care
The Cuvilly Arts & Earth Center is located at 10 Jeffreys Neck Road, Ipswich, Massachusetts. It operates a preschool, kindergarten, summer programs for kids. The center offers a variety of learning experiences and activities that stimulate the children's creativity and curiosity. Cuvilly Arts & Earth Center is open from Mondays...
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Sprague House Family Child Care

59 Endicott Street Danvers, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Danvers MA home child care provider, licensed, 20 years experience, has openings for children 3 months to 3 years old. Space includes a large outside fenced-in play area, 2 child dedicated bright, inviting playrooms, and nutritious home-cooked hot meals. Pick up your child happy, well rested and well fed! Reopened 8/19/2020....

Jenna says "Both our children have been to Marie( we have been with her for 5yrs now). She is warm, friendly and caring. She does age appropriate activities with the...

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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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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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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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Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc.

28 Water Street Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc. offers infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten learning programs for children between the ages of 1 month through 8 years of age. At Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc., we offer a full food program, along with enrichment programs (yoga, music, science, storytellers) in...

Jennifer P. says "Great Beginnings is an amazing child care facility. My oldest son who is now 7 years old started there as a toddler and also did the preschool program...

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Next Generation Children's Centers Beverly

232 ESSEX ST BEVERLY, MA

State license verified

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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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Brenda's Day Care

34 Colrain Road Topsfield, MA

I have been in business since the 1990's and have provided for over 60 children in my daycare. I have a warm, loving environment and am able to provide personal, individual care for each child as I keep my group small.
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Saint Paul Early Education

130 Sylvan Street Danvers, MA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
International
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
Program Services: We provide infant, toddler, preschool & Pre-K services for children. Our center offers services from 4 weeks to 6 years. We offer full day from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.We provide low teacher/child ratios (1:5) in different sets of classrooms and we compliment our center with a dedicated indoor and outdoor play...
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Kravenmore Kids Child Care

10 Peabody Avenue Beverly, MA

State license verified

WELCOME to Kravenmore Kids Childcare. The children refer to me as Miss Kerri and this is the twelfth year I've operated Kravenmore Kids. I am licensed by the State of Massachusetts for ten children. I'm blessed to have some truly incredible and very qualified assistants and some terrific families. I am a happily married mother...
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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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Cape Ann YMCA Child Care

67 Middle Street Gloucester, MA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
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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Merrohawke Nature School

56R Merrimac St. Newburyport, MA

Merrohawke is a 501c3 nonprofit nature school committed to guiding learning in nature that inspires empathy, resilience, grit, and a deep connection to the earth. Through our summer programs for ages 4 to teens, which take place on land and on the river and sea, and our school year programs, which includes a Forest Kindergarten,...
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Wendy's Kids

8 Stone Street Danvers, MA

5.0(4)
In-Home daycare
As a state-licensed day care provider for over 12 years, I have been caring for the emotional, social and intellectual needs of children from infancy to school-age in a secure, nurturing environment. In my day care, I involve children in free-play, story-telling, reading, arts and crafts and outdoor activities. I provide...

Kellie B. says "In 2005 my daughter turned two and the thought of leaving her in a big daycare center left a bad taste in my mouth. I started my search for an in-home...

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Ipswich, MA

Daycare centers near you in Ipswich, 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 Ipswich, 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 Ipswich, 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 Ipswich, 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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