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Find Trusted Daycares Near Me in Worcester, MA

We have 108 daycares in Worcester, MA! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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Happy Smiles Day Care

59b timrod dr Worcester, MA

5.0(1)

3 mi

As a licensed Family Child Care Educator, my goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while encouraging social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. Your child will receive quality personal and individualized care in a warm and loving home, where they can feel safe and happy and can begin to build confidence and a positive self image. The daily activities include free play, story time, art work, indoor and outdoor fun, age appropriate learning toys, nap or quiet time, meals and snacks, education television programs (30min), and let's not forget love and the hugs are what makes this day care complete. This daycare is home setting in Worcester, Massachusetts! I will also be using a high-quality, research-based early learning program called "Mother Goose Time." This curriculum actively engages a child's mind and body through multidisciplinary activities and can accommodate a wide range of ages (3 months through 6 years).

John C. says "My daughter had fun everyday in this welcoming environment and it was great to see how she grew over the year we went to Happy Smiles. There is room for...

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Diana T's Daycare

32 Lanark Street Worcester, MA

4.0(1)

3 mi

Home daycare for children up to 5 years old.

Diana T. says "One of the nicest day care around aea. Well organized and very scholastic set up center. Courteous and very professional owner, friendly and warming place...

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Little Angels Daycare

15 Westview Rd Worcester, MA

5.0(2)

2 mi

I have been a licensed Home Daycare Provider since 2013. My daycare is a home where you can bring your children and feel complete trust that they are in a safe and loving environment, where we love, nurture, and treat as one of our own family. My daycare offers children the opportunity to learn and grow with children in a mixed age group. Working closely with each child and his/her family provides continuity and stability which allows me to better nurture and support your child as they grow and develop. I provide healthy meals and snack during the day, lots of learning activities inside and outside, our curriculum is in place for age appropriate. Due to the circumstance, we are taking many precautions to ensure the safety of ourselves and more importantly the children. As of last year, I have my sister working with me as my assistant and we would love for your family to join our small loving community. After hour and weekends are available.

Sarah C. says "From the moment I met Lupe, I knew my newborn would be in great hands. As a new first time Mommy, it's so hard to leave your baby at daycare, but Lupe was...

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Children's Friend

505 Pleasant Street Worcester, MA

5.0(1)

1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
The Early Learning Center offers a stimulating, hands-on curriculum that incorporates social-emotional, physical, science, math, social studies, the arts, and language and literacy activities. Our curriculum includes goals and objectives in all areas of development. It honors and respects the diverse backgrounds that families bring to the center. Activities each day are a combination of small and large group activities, independent play and exploration, quiet activities, and guided learning activities.

Lauren F. says "My daughter is in the infant room at Children's Friend ELC and she is treated like a princess by her teachers, which includes the daycare director when...

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Florence Playhouse Daycare

130 BURNCOAT ST WORCESTER, MA

5.0(7)

2 mi

starting at
$300/mo
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Florence Playhouse Daycare is a clean and nurturing environment where your child can learn and grow. At our home daycare, we focus on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure your child's development. We offer an environment that advances curiosity and inquisitiveness through Developmental Play-based activities. We offer programs for a wide variety of ages from 0 months to 4 years. At our daycare, we provide a culturally diverse learning environment by offering programs in French. We look forward to hearing from you! Please contact us to schedule a tour for you and your family.

Care Member says "Florence is AMAZING! She is the home away from home and I know that when I drop my son off with Florence he is happy and safe. We receive pictures and...

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Kool Kids Daycare

16 Litchfield St Worcester, MA

5.0(1)

3 mi

Looking for quality Child care? Here at Kool Kids Daycare we provide a great learning experience for your child Kool Kids Day Care is located at : 16 Litchfield St Worcester MA 2 State Licensed Providers Age range acceptance: 0 to 10 years old capacity up to 6 Children At Kool Kids Daycare we provide quality care, We have circle time/Read Along/Painting/Coloring/Outside Playtime/ Field trips/ Nap time and all types of activities to develop your child's growth Meals: we provide the following: Breakfast/Nutritious Snacks/Lunch/Dinner a well balanced meal plan for your little one. We have been in business for 3 years, We have Cpr training as well as First Aid training and certified. I also have 2 young children of my own ages 11 and 8 We are State Certified, Also have a State certified assistant Our hours of Operation are: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm We also provide after care for those parents who have to work late. The hours for the after care program are 6:00pm - 10:00pm Any questions or if you would like to setup an Appointment you may reach me through email @ kcortez85@gmail.com or at my telephone # 774-535-6626 Thank you for your time Sincerely, Karen Cortez Kool Kids Daycare educator

Melvin V. says "Loved Karen at Kool Kids daycare my boys learned a lot from her would definitely recommend to anyone, they are now full time in school Thank you for the...

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SWAY E. DAYCRE

118 W BOYLSTON ST WORCESTER, MA

5.0(3)

2 mi

Academic
Faith based
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 4 more
SWAY E. DAYCARE is a 5 STAR Daycare center located in the heart of Goldstar blvd. It consist of bright classrooms filled with a variety of educational and creative based toys to play with while learning.It also has its own private playground on site. It is a faith-based organization established on the biblical concept of the nine fruits of the spirit; love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control. Our holistic approach to childcare fosters an environment enriched with moral excellence and personal centered nurturing. This will allow children to grow and obtain positive and wholesome attributes. Our vision at SWAY E. DAYCARE is to assist all age groups with obtaining moral, educational, and social skills which helps them to smoothly transition into their school age developmental stage. We will ensure that excellence in service delivery and childcare is a standard such that no child falls through the cracks of the system. Upon graduation children will leave SWAY E. DAYCRE with the understanding of the only way to fail is by not trying at all.

Kevin K. says "They are wonderful! When my daughter started there, she was almost entirely non-verbal, over the last few months her language has skyrocketed! Highly...

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The Silly Goose Daycare

26 Oakwood Ln Worcester, MA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

At The Silly Goose Daycare (SGD), my goal is to support your child's development with warmth and plenty of silliness. Within this home away from home your child will be encouraged to develop; their social skills through peer interaction, creativity through arts and crafts, and physical activity through indoor/outdoor play! My pre-planned activities are designed to stimulate your child's imagination. My large yard and long driveway is ideal for bike riding and nature exploration. At SGD my goal is to provide an atmosphere for your child that is warm, inviting, and FUN! Some activities your child will enjoy are: * sharing &amp; interactive play * yoga &amp; stretching * reading stories * songs &amp; music * creative art activities * exposure to shapes, colors, numbers &amp; letters * introduction to food and nutrition * outdoor activities &amp; play * science &amp; nature activities * birthday &amp; holiday celebrations Hours: Noon-6:45, Closed on National Holidays and Weekends Rates: -Daily $35.00 *Meals included* Children will receive; lunch and afternoon snack. Lunch always includes a protein, a vegetable, fruit and a whole grain. * parents are responsible for alerting me of any food allergies

Mackenzie M. says "At Silly Goose my son received excellent care. He was nurtured physically, mentally and emotionally. As a single mom it was great to feel like...

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Happy Faces Daycare

3 CHINO AVE WORCESTER, MA

5.0(8)

3 mi

starting at
$1/mo
Academic
International
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 2 more
We are a family daycare with more than 30 years of experience, a warm and caring environment for all children, we offer a creative play and learning activities. We offer early childhood education programs, music, movement, healthy meals and outdoor fun! It is a safe, fun and loving place for your little ones. For your convenience we are close to key roads and highways 290/495 and RT 9 and Umass Medical School

Care Member says "Edith is absolutely wonderful, very attentive, and truly caring with the kids. What stands out the most is how she tailors her her care to each child...

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Appleseed Early Learning Center, Inc.

15 Hill Street Worcester, MA

2.3(3)

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care

Happy P says "The above review was done out of spite by a disgruntled parent who must not appreciate great care. I have been part of the "Appleseed Family" for 12 years....

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Teresa N

1 Salem Sq Worcester, MA

5.0(1)

1 mi

I have worked in a nursing home for about 3 years and also as a home health aide with the seniors. I would like to correct that am not a childcare provider but a senior care provider.
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Apple-A-Day Care Center Inc

18 Oxford St Worcester, MA

4.0(1)

1 mi

Preschool
Child care
Apple-A-Day Care Center Inc. in Worcester, Massachusetts offers a warm, homelike and safe learning environment for children, from birth to five years old. The center has a beautiful park-like play area with lots of trees and shade that offers a perfect place for play and social interaction. The center provides a creative curriculum that meets the developmental needs of children in their care.

Heather N. says "My son started here when he was 8 weeks when I went back to work. All the staff including the director were WONDERFUL. they sent me pictures, and...

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Rainbow Child Development Center - City View School

80 PROSPECT ST WORCESTER, MA

5.0(1)

2 mi

Child care
Rainbow Child Development Center - City View School is an innovative and educational child care center. They serve families with infants through school-age children. The programs are designed to develop children’s feelings of independence and responsibility. It offers consistent, age-appropriate curriculum, and positive methods of discipline.

Gendil G. says "Yeppie is my child's daycare provider and this woman is beyond amazing. She really dedicates herself to her children. He a lesson plan every week for them...

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LITTLE ONES CHILD CARE

751 GROVE ST WORCESTER, MA

4.5(2)

3 mi

starting at
$1220/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative

Nicole K. says "One child has aged out and the other is about to start the P-K program and they both started as babies. This center has always been dedicated to learning...

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Debra Farnsworth / Mlbh

16 Merton Road Worcester, MA

2 mi

Hello, My name is Debra and I operate My Learning Begins Here. I am an In-home child care provider with over 25 years of experience and a background in early childhood development. I create and develop a childcare curriculum that provides age appropriate learning for children, ages infant through five years. A combination of traditional and technology based educational approaches are practiced. A monthly calendar is shared with parents detailing daily activities, along with progress reports and personalized children's portfolios. I take pride in encouraging the children to become confident and curious thinkers. Age appropriate STEM activities are incorporated daily, along with language arts, music, dance/movement, nature exploration, outdoor free play and field trips.
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Ms. Joyce's NeighborSchool

104 STERLING ST. Worcester, MA

2 mi

Joyce 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 Worcester. Joyce has been a provider since 2017. As a licensed provider, Joyce 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 Joyce 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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Ms. Evelyn's NeighborSchool

14 Honeysuckle Rd. Worcester, MA

3 mi

Evelyn 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 Worcester. Evelyn has been a provider since 2015 and her license was most recently renewed by the EEC in March, 2018. As a licensed provider, Evelyn 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 Evelyn 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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Ms. Maria's NeighborSchool

17 COLLINS ST. Worcester, MA

3 mi

Maria 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 8 children in a warm home environment in Worcester. Maria has been a provider since 2015 and her license was most recently renewed by the EEC in October, 2018. As a licensed provider, Maria 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 Maria 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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First Steps Child Care

11 Otter Trail Worcester, MA

2 mi

Welcome to &quot; First Steps Childcare &quot; As a licensed Family Childcare Educator and a Mother myself, I am well aware how much every parent wants a loving, caring and learning environment for their children, especially when it comes to a daycare. My goal is to provide a safe comfortable place of exploration for your child, a world of creativity, learning and development.The daily activities include: age appropriate learning toys, free play, nap-meal snacks time, arts and craft and indoor/outdoor fun.The daycare is located in a house smoke and pet free through EEC. Feel free to contact us, we will provide a home away from home for your child.
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Abc Child Care

15 Westminster St Worcester, MA

2 mi

I would like to welcome you to the program ABC Child Care and congratulate you on choosing licensed Family Child Care. Family Child Care is adhered to the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Each child is treated with respect as a valuable individual. We respect to the families, ethnic, race and diversity, giving the opportunity to everyone to enroll to the program. My goal as an educator is to guide your child toward success child's cognitive, language, social, emotional, and physical development. The Family Child Care provides care for children from 3 months until 5 years old. We have a license with a capacity for 10 children Monday through Sunday from 7:30am to 5:00pm (Saturday and Sunday capacity for only 6 children) Monday through Friday 5:00pm to 11:50pm. We work with certified assistants by EEC.
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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Worcester, MA

Daycares in Worcester, MA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 108 listed daycares

Happy Smiles Day Care

My daughter had fun everyday in this welcoming environment and it was great to see how she grew over the year we went to Happy Smiles....

- John C.

Diana T's Daycare

One of the nicest day care around aea. Well organized and very scholastic set up center. Courteous and very professional owner, friendly and...

- Diana T.

Little Angels Daycare

From the moment I met Lupe, I knew my newborn would be in great hands. As a new first time Mommy, it's so hard to leave your baby at...

- Sarah C.

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Worcester, MA

Daycare centers near you in Worcester, 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 Worcester, 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 Worcester, 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 Worcester, 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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