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Smith College Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill

28 LYMAN RD Northampton, MA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
The Smith College Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill is a campus-based program providing high quality early education and child care to Smith College employees and members of the surrounding communities. The program offers part- and full- time enrollment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
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People's Institute Child Care provides childcare programs to the community. The programs are designed to allow each child to discover more about themselves and their world around them. The center presents a variety of play experiences promoting motor coordination.
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Community Action @ Vernon St.

56 VERNON ST NORTHAMPTON, MA

Child care
Community Action @ Vernon St. in Northhampton, Massachusetts seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 58 children from infants to preschool.
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Keshet Gan

253 Prospect St Northampton, MA

Preschool
Child care
Located in Northampton, Massachusetts, Gan Keshet aims to provide a learning environment where children can explore, question, and develop an authentic voice. It supports the child's development of self-confidence, respect, empathy, intellectual curiosity, creative expression, and positive identity. The school introduces the...
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The Children's House

51 BATES ST. NORTHAMPTON, MA

Preschool
Child care
The Children's House it promotes academic excellence founded on the authentic philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. They craft each child’s education in partnership with educators and parents to achieve higher levels of academic, personal and social achievement.
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Laura R Skowronek

19 Jackson St Northampton, MA

Child care
Established in 1997, Laura R Skowronek provides a warm and loving home for the children to play and learn at their own pace. They provide an enriching daycare experience that will prepare the child for preschool.
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Meadowlark Childcare Center

283 Prospect St Northampton, MA

Preschool
Child care
The Meadowlark Childcare Center in Northampton, Massachusetts offers preschool for pre-K children. They provide a safe environment where the children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. Their curriculum is based on cooperation and friendship with the children. The Meadowlark Childcare Center is open...
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Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech

45 Round Hill Road Northampton, MA

At Clarke we teach children who are deaf or hard of hearing to listen and talk. Children served by Clarke use advanced technologies, including cochlear implants and hearing aids, to maximize their access to sound. We work with children and their families from infancy through their teen years. Our teachers of the deaf,...
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Jackson St After School Program

286 PROSPECT ST NORTHAMPTON, MA

Jackson St After School Program at 286 Prospect St, Northampton, MA provides children endearing activity areas where they will always feel welcome to come learn and play. Their unique child care approach seeks to impart a lasting love for learning that help prepare their students for academic excellence.
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Free To Be A Child

Corticelli Street Florence, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Kindergarten
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Free to be a Child is a home-based, Reggio-inspired program for a mixed-age group of homeschoolers and preschoolers, run by Lise McGuinness. FtbaC currently serves children 3 through 13 years old. Homeschooling your child, but need child care while you work? I'd love to work with you. Your child will spend their days...

Sarah R. says "We're on our second child enrolled at Free to be a Child and it's a truly extraordinary program. Lise is a talented teacher who knows how to ask just the...

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Courtney Brown

520 Riverglade Drive Amherst, MA

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Free To Be Childcare

Rocky Hill Hadley, MA

"FREE to Be Childcare on rocky hill road cozy house sits full of love, kids, cats and a friendly dog. Waldorf inspired loving care Healthy vegetarian meals included, focused on learning to love fruits and vegetables (I can serve vegan, gluten free, sugar free or any other diet choices) Creativity based,...
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Beyond Painting Day Care

216 Elm St. Holyoke, MA

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
In-Home daycare
I am a State licensed Provider with 16 years of experience with children. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Program. I have worked in preschools and private day care centers. I provide a home like environment where children feel happy and safe while learning with love and care.
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Spring Street Preschool

64 Spring Street Amherst, MA

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Spring Street Preschool is an independent, progressive full day preschool located in downtown Amherst. Experienced and caring teachers provide opportunities for constructive play, literacy learning, friendship development across cultures and creative arts. We are multicultural environment. We have two outdoor play spaces,...
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Jen's Outdoor Camp

150 Harkness Road Pelham, MA

My outdoor learning camp takes a creative, process approach to learning - nurturing confidence and curiosity through nature walks, singing, stories, art and gardening. Reading, writing, math or science are integrated throughout the day. Chickens and pets, hiking trails and gardens abound on our 50 acre homestead.
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Cultivate & Nest

2 Bay Road Hadley, MA

We are the first area Co-working space with integrated childcare! What this means for entrepreneurs and work from home parents of young children (aged 0-6) is that you no longer need to choose between your business and your babies. As a member of Cultivate & Nest, you will get unlimited access to our cozy and creative...
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The Color Collaborative

116 Pleasant Street Easthampton, MA

Academic
Cooperative
Join us for an all-levels after school art program for 7-12 year-olds. Each week we will explore many different mediums and techniques including painting, drawing, fiber art, and collage. This class is great for kids who like to try a little bit of everything. Your children are sure to come home with a renewed sense of...
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Children's House Inc.

513 Beech Street Holyoke, MA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Each center has a full-time Center Director and the requisite number of professionally trained teaching staff. All teaching staff are certified by the Department of Early Education and Care and trained in First Aid and CPR. We offer Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten Programs. We have two centers located in...
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Nonotuck Community School

221 Riverside Dr Florence, MA

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Nonotuck Community School curriculum is play-based and inspired by progressive early childhood education theory. Curriculum emerges from the children s interests and is sparked by their teachers enthusiasms. We emphasize community, emotional intelligence and resilience and provide ample opportunities for cognitive,...
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Cushman Scott Children's Center

71 Henry St Amherst, MA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
We are assmall non-profit Reggio inspired Children's Center using the Nurtured Heart Approach in North Amherst. We provide care for children 15 months-5+years. Our summer program can have children up to eight years old. We have three classrooms and a staff of 11. We have a 1:00, 3 day minimum attendance requirement . Our pick-up...
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Daycare centers near you in Northampton, 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 Northampton, 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 Northampton, 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 Northampton, 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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