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

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Joselia Koutsis

8 Brown Rd Shirley, MA

5.0(2)

< 1 mi

My name is Josie. I'm originally from Brazil. My primary language is Portuguese, but I speak, read, and write English fluently. I have 3 beautiful children of my own and I have been working with children for over 15 years. My program is play based with curriculum. I believe children need structure, but also need time to play and while they play, they learn. My students aren't just students, they are a part of my life and my home, and I care for them as I would like someone to care for my own kids. I provide breakfast and an afternoon snack. Parents provide lunch. I use the app Learning Genie to communicate with parents and share pictures and info. I have many cameras installed for security and to cover any liability or accidents. I am also insured. Little more about my program Over the summer we have our water day every Friday and we have small parties on special occasions (Valentines, Easter egg hunt , fall party and Christmas party). I have a Facebook page ABC RAINBOW DAYCARE

Care Member says "Josie provides amazing care. She's cared for my son since he was about 1-year-old. Her program provides an appropriate amount of structure and provides...

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Lori Warila

3 Weatherbee Rd Shirley, MA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

Child care

Sherri E. says "I wouldn't trust my young child to anyone but Lori. She's amazing."

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C. Family Daycare

3 Deer Avenue Shirley, MA

< 1 mi

I am a stay at home mom and am looking to provide childcare for a family in the area. I have 4.5 year old and 1.5 year old sons who loves to play and be active, I have a 3 month old daughter. So, ideally, I'd love to have other children around their ages. We have a small, clean, smoke free, pet free home in a small neighborhood with a fenced in backyard and a finished basement. I enjoy doing crafts, activities, and reading books with the kiddos.
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Little Piglets Home Daycare

25 Chapel St Shirley, MA

< 1 mi

Quality home daycare in a family home. 16 years experience. Degree in Early Ed and Business. Smoke-free, fenced yard, meals, activities, and lots of love. See littlepiglestsdaycare.com for more information.
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Rose Blossom Consulting

Lantern Way Shirley, MA

< 1 mi

Whether you are a parent, teacher, or child care provider, Rose Blossom Consulting is the place to find specialized support with development of the whole child in mind.
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NANCY DAVENPORT

43 Peabody Rd Shirley, MA

< 1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Nancy Davenport owns The Wonderful World of Children, a childcare provider that serves the community of Shirley MA. It offers a warm and loving environment and provides play-based and child-centered programs that develop children's social skills and mental growth. The center allows each child to explore and discover their unique individuality as they take hands-on activities and learn at their won pace.
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Adventure Kids, Inc. dba Northwest Child Development Center

194 Arlington Street Leominster, MA

3.0(2)

7 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Preschool
Child care
N.A.E.Y.C accredited, Mass Licensed. Our early education and care center is developmentally based, operates full-time (6:30 AM to 5:30 PM), year round, 5 days per week. Open enrollment. We care for infants through age 5. We use ASQ-3 &quot;family completed child assessment system&quot; and the Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment tools. Progress Reports 4 times per year. Our outdoor play space is fenced-in and is large enough for 178 children and is very unique. Staff follow themes to create curriculum that reflects the ages of the children in the group, yet can be individualized. The facility is bright and cheerful and invites learning. We have a &quot;happy school&quot;. A diverse population of children attend the center. We are well connected in the community and can assist families find resources when in need. Vince and Carol Pellecchia, owners, have a long history as &quot;pioneers&quot; in the child care field and are well-known for excellent &quot;award winning&quot; programs dating back into the early 1970's. Notable programs: created one of the first Family Day Care Systems; implemented the Child Care Food Program for 14 Head Start centers and their Family Day Care system (created by Vince); First to operate on-site childcare centers for Mount Wachusett Community College (10 years) and Fitchburg State (College) University (18 years). Also assisted MWCC to implement the Early Childhood Education Certificate and Associate Degree programs. Implemented one of the first 4 Demonstration Voucher Day Care Programs in Massachusetts that was chosen to be implemented state-wide. So, if you are looking for a warm, nurturing, safe center with a strong educational component please choose the Northwest Child Development Center - for the best for your child. &quot;The Area's Premier Child Development Center&quot;- Limited vouchers accepted.

Zak says "by far, this is the best center I have ever visited. The staff are warm and loving and always go the extra mile. They meet high standards and the facility is...

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Northwest Childcare & Development Center

194 ARLINGTON ST LEOMINSTER, MA

5.0(1)

6 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Our school and childcare center is committed to providing a high quality early education program that serves infants through 5 years of age. We offer an environment that encourages social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth.

Care Member says "I have sent all three of my daughters to Northwest Childcare and Development Center! My oldest started in the Pre-K program and has been successful in...

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Little Lumens Childcare Center

1 BEVERLY DR STERLING, MA

5.0(5)

8 mi

Academic
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
At Little Lumens, we believe in providing children the opportunities to explore their interests and wants through play. Our unique and innovative curriculum will address your child’s growth in the following areas: Social and Emotional Development: We strive to address emotional competence and ability to form positive relationships that give meaning to children’s experiences in the home, school, and larger community. Language and Communication Development: We focus on children’s understanding and use of language, emerging reading and writing skills, and ability to communicate effectively. Cognitive Development: We highlight children’s ability to understand and think about the physical and social worlds. In particular, we focus on children’s knowledge of objects in the world around them; their mathematical knowledge; numbers and colors, and appreciation of art in their lives. Physical Development and Wellbeing: The ability to engage in daily activities by focusing on children’s physical health. We accomplish our goals by taking into consideration the child’s unique disposition for becoming involved in learning and acquiring knowledge. Our curriculum is written specifically to meet and/or exceed the State of Massachusetts “Early Learning Guidelines for Toddlers and Preschoolers”. A weekly curriculum will be planned based on the educational goals and objectives. Projects, manipulatives, and activities will tie back to the “Guidelines”. Weekly reports will be provided to each family highlighting the activities of the week and how those activities tied back to the stated goals and objectives.

Care Member says "Here is my review I wrote for google: I can’t recommend this childcare center enough! From the very beginning, I knew my son was in good hands. Destiny...

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Kozy Kids Daycare

372 Franklin Rd. Fitchburg, MA

5.0(6)

9 mi

Preschool and Childcare in a cozy, loving home environment. School calendar year offered with vacations and summers off of tuition. We offer full time spots for ages newborn to 12 years old. It's fun to learn and play with a full curriculum, a pre-school program, along with a healthy food program. Serving breakfast, AM snack, lunch, and PM snack. EEC Licensed, CPR and First Aid Certified, CDA and Teaching certificate.

Lucy G. says "YAY will be good at kozy kids daycare in inside will they be bully in kozy kids daycare i don't like bully in daycare"

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A Little Step At A Time

54 Woodland Dr Lunenburg, MA

5.0(4)

4 mi

Hello, My name is Yong, I am a family childcare provider in Lunenburg, MA. I had worked in the early childhood education field for about 16 years. I am licensed for six children from the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). I can accommodate children from infants to elementary school age (before/after school care only for elementary). My house is in a very convenient location as it is just about two minutes' drive to Lunenburg High/Middle School, and the Town Library. If you want to see if this is the right place for your child(ren), please contact me through email texting or call so we can set up a time for tours!

Jaimie K. says "Our family had a wonderful experience with Miss Yong! Her daycare is very clean, and she is very caring with the children. She does wonderful activities...

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Ms. Olivia's NeighborSchool

28 Daley St Leominster, MA

7 mi

Olivia 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 Leominster. Olivia has been a provider since 2019. As a licensed provider, Olivia 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 Olivia 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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Together Family Child Care

15 Alyssa Dr Townsend, MA

7 mi

Cooperative
International
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+2 more
Preschool or ages 2-5, full or part time; EEC licensed
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Perkins Child Development Center

25 Creamery Rd. Lancaster, MA

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The Perkins Child Development Center provides an enriched and engaging environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that encourages their imagination, challenges their thinking skills and enhances their social and language development. Our curriculum is based on the understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practice which acknowledges that children learn best in play-oriented environments that are both age and individually defined.
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Ms. Lauren's NeighborSchool

290 Day St Leominster, MA

7 mi

Once I had my own daughters, I dove head-first into learning everything I could about childhood development and early education. For my program, I am very inspired by the Montessori and Reggio Emilia styles. I'm a big believer in setting up a developmentally appropriate space and then letting children do as much as possible for themselves. We have a daily schedule, but I'm always willing to adjust plans depending on how the children are feeling that day. We read, create music with rhythmic instruments, engage in imaginative play, and spend time outdoors whenever possible, which is always one of my favorite parts of the day. I think it's so important for the kids to spend time out in the fresh air, with lots of space to explore. 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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Lunenburg Learn And Play Home Daycare

446 Reservoir Rd Lunenburg, MA

4 mi

I am an experienced preschool teacher, nanny, and mother with a licensed home daycare in Lunenburg. I've developed a curriculum filled with innovative ways to teach developmentally appropriate activities using play-based learning philosophies. As a former preschool teacher l run my daycare with a healthy mix of flexibility and the predictable structure that children thrive on. My primary goal is to support each child in a safe and loving home that builds self esteem, encourages home living skills, and actively promotes each child's sense of curiosity and discovery.
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The Children's Center at Groton

20 Joy Ln Groton, MA

5 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
At the Children's Center at Groton, we view children as competent learners who come to us with ideas and theories. It is our role as educators to facilitate learning along with them through provocations, listening, documenting and asking open-ended questions. We believe that our environments are the third educator in the classroom and as a result design spaces that are respectful, aesthetically pleasing and filled with natural elements. We love, care for, and educate children ages 6 weeks through 6 years of age. We take pride in the high teacher to student ratios at our school, choosing to exceed the required number of teachers in all classrooms. We believe this additional teacher allows us to provide the kind of curriculum and one on one attention that young children need to learn and grow successfully. Children progress through our school &quot;cohort&quot; style- further supporting essential bonds with their peers. Our four beautiful classrooms, each with their own age appropriate playground/exterior patio space accommodate each age group's individual needs.
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Ms. Beth's NeighborSchool

252 Milk St Fitchburg, MA

9 mi

'Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning,' Mr. Rogers said. 'But for children, play is serious learning.' As a provider of family child care, I hope to build a play-based program around the children I am caring for each day based off of their interests and abilities. Parents can expect to see a variety of activities in all areas of development happening each day including self-help skills, social interactions, expressive and receptive language skills, sensory experiences, motor development, and cognitive skills. Children learn new skills by exploration and building off of the skills they already have in place. I will encourage families to set specific goals and outcomes for each child to achieve, and I will support both parents and children in their path to success. 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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Sandra's ABC Daycare

80 Princeton St. Leominster, MA

7 mi

1 part-time spot (Tuesday,Wednesday &amp; Thursday) available. Ages 12 months-5 years. Full-time $200 ages 12 months to 2.9 yrs; $185 ages 2.9 to 5 yrs. Part-time $45/daily. Conveniently located near routes 2, 190 and 12 in Leominster, MA. Part of Yours for Children food program. Healthy meals and snack served (breakfast, lunch and pm snack). Hours of operation Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pick up no later than 5:15). Smoke free home. Dog on premises (not in contact with children). Peanut free Daily activities include, free play, outside play (weather permitting), song and dance, coloring, walks, silly stretch, toddler exercise, reading and flash cards, puzzles, alphabet, colors and shapes and much more! Curriculum is geared towards age group of children. If interested, please contact me via email or phone 774-262-9191, please leave a message or send a text if I do not pick up as I may be busy with the children. All calls will be returned by the next day if not the same day.
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Little Learners Childcare

9 Hatch St Ayer, MA

4 mi

We offer a small multi-age group (10 children) with 2 teachers. The day includes Art, sensory, science activities, circle time, outdoor play and free play are offered. Breakfast, Lunch and 2 snacks are provided. Hours available are 6:30- 6:00 pm.
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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Shirley, MA

Daycares in Shirley, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Joselia Koutsis

Josie provides amazing care. She's cared for my son since he was about 1-year-old. Her program provides an appropriate amount of structure...

- Care member

Lori Warila

I wouldn't trust my young child to anyone but Lori. She's amazing.

- Sherri E.

Adventure Kids, Inc. dba Northwest Child Development Center

by far, this is the best center I have ever visited. The staff are warm and loving and always go the extra mile. They meet high standards...

- Zak

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Shirley, MA

Daycare centers near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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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