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Transportation Children's Center

5.0

My child has attended TCC for 3 years and it was a great experience for both him and us. We still have very fond memories of the center. The staff is great and very professional. I highly recommend it!

- Rosalba S

Lucy's Family Daycare

5.0

Wonderful, welcoming and accommodating family daycare. After visiting many other daycares nothing compared to the warm trusting feeling i got when leaving my boys with Lucy and her assistants. Not to mention the numerous current and past references that i was given all spoke highly.

- Christina G

Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

5.0

i agree to a five star rating because of the personal experience i had with kidzkollege. try and you will be impressed

- Patience O

Little Kid'z Corner

5.0

One of the nicest, knowledgeable, and the most caring providers you will find. If you're looking for someone to care for your child(ren) with love , then you should definitely choose her for your little ones.

- Jeordan

A Million Smiles

5.0

Mrs. Eva is a wonderful educator and provides top notch care to all the children. We love the additional foresight in offering mostly organic products at her daycare, this sealed the deal for my family and I. Without a doubt I would highly recommend A Million Smiles daycare to anyone seeking...

- T. B

Drop-in child care in Boston, MA

Transportation Children's Center

Transportation Children's Center

10 Park Plaza Suite 3330, Boston, MA

Starting at $426/wk

5.0

(2)

The Transportation Children's Center, a non-profit child care facility, in downtown Boston, provides full day Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten Programs year round. Open to the general public, the center is available to children 3 months through age five. The center is open from 8:00...
5.0
"Excellent choice for childcare! You will not regret it."

Tamara H


Little Sprouts - Boston University

815 Albany St, Boston, MA

Costimate: $222/wk

Little Sprouts Boston BUMC is located right in the heart of the Boston University Medical Campus on Albany Street, near Mass Ave. This school is modern and bright, with spacious classrooms that provide ample space for learning and making connections. A dedicated parking lot behind the school makes...

Laboure Center Child Care

275 W Broadway, Boston, MA

Starting at $265/wk

The Laboure Center Child Care provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in South Boston, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to stimulate the children's creativity, independence,...

Beacon Hill Nursery School Inc

74 Joy St, Boston, MA

Starting at $7525/day

Beacon Hill Nursery School is a non-profit school which provides a comprehensive 5-day routine for pre-schoolers. The children are taught with self-reliance as they choose their specific daily activities. Their curriculum is designed to both challenge our children and build self-confidence.

Willow Path Childcare

19 Vfw Pkwy, Boston, MA

Starting at $1842/mo

The Willow Path Childcare in Boston, Massachusetts offers preschool and daycare services for infants to pre-K children. They provide a secure environment where the children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. They teach the children to celebrate diversity and to have...

Sunkissed Acorns

Sunkissed Acorns

342 Tremont Street, Boston, MA

Costimate: $316/wk

Looking for a clean, cozy, and warm setting for your little one(s)? Our brand new daycare in the Boston South End/ Theater District/ Chinatown area is currently enrolling! We service infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children. A few other things we can boast about: *Convenient access for...

Tender Heart

1098 Blue Hill Ave, Boston, MA

Costimate: $224/wk

Established in 2004, Tender Heart is a child care facility located at 1098 Blue Hill Ave. Boston, MA. They provide a safe, secure and healthy environment for children. They seek to improve and enhance the child's mental, physical, emotional, intellectual and social behavior.

Lucy's Family Daycare

Lucy's Family Daycare

55 S Waverly St, Brighton, MA

Starting at $300/wk

3.7

(3)

Lucy's Family Daycare provides childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children in Brighton Massachusetts.We are conveniently located close to the Mass Pike, Storrow Drive and Memorial Drive. We encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered...
5.0
"Wonderful, welcoming and accommodating family daycare. After visiting many other daycares nothing compared to the warm trusting feeling i got when leaving my boys with Lucy and her assistants. Not to mention the numerous current and past references that i was given...

Christina G


Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2, Dorchester, MA

Starting at $150/wk

5.0

(1)

Kidzkollege Early Education and Preschool is, licensed has a Non traditional hour by the department of early childcare education. We served infants, toddlers, before and after school program and weekend care is available. We are family oriented. Guaranteed the safety of each child in our...
5.0
"i agree to a five star rating because of the personal experience i had with kidzkollege. try and you will be impressed"

Patience O


Little Kid'z Corner

Little Kid'z Corner

19 Dietz Road Hyde Park Massachusetts, Hyde Park, MA

Starting at $65/day

5.0

(1)

Hello, My name is Rose I provide childcare to children ages 6weeks up to 5 years old.I provide a welcoming, educational, nurturing, and safe space where children grow and learn. We provide breakfast lunch Safe and loving home setting Fenced yard and nearby park Hands on curriculum Arts and...
5.0
"One of the nicest, knowledgeable, and the most caring providers you will find. If you're looking for someone to care for your child(ren) with love , then you should definitely choose her for your little ones."

Jeordan


A Million Smiles

A Million Smiles

155 Blue Hill Ave, Milton, MA

Costimate: $241/wk

5.0

(2)

A Million Smiles is a licensed home-based child care program located in Milton, MA. We are a year-round, full-time program, offering nurturing care and quality education to children of all ages. Small group/individualized learning takes place in a loving home environment. An all-inclusive...
5.0
"Ms. Eva is a talented teacher and incredibly caring and gentle with the kids. I would recommend her daycare to anyone looking for a quality daycare with someone who really loves what she does."

L P


Little Star Of Ours

Little Star Of Ours

3 Palermo Street, Cambridge, MA

Starting at $100/day

5.0

(5)

Licensed Family Child Care Educator by the Office of Child Care Services and the National Association for Family Child Care Accreditation (NAFCCA). Curriculum Includes: Bilingual (Spanish/English) and multicultural environment. Language Development (both languages). Sensory...
5.0
"Our almost 3 year old son loved attending Little Star and we were very happy with the quality of care. This was our first time with a smaller family-run daycare and it was a great fit -- we'd highly recommend Jennie, Jes and Little Star."

Ross L


Global Children School

Global Children School

4A Gill St, Woburn, MA

Costimate: $267/wk

5.0

(6)

WELCOME to the first Global Children School in Massachusetts! * Quality Early Childhood Education * Full Immersion Approach English, Spanish and Russian * Child-Centered Approach * Project-Based Guided Learning * Intercultural Mindfulness * Global and Sustainable Living Perspective * accepting...
5.0
"Great school for multilingual families. High quality specialists. My son love the time at this school"

Anna


Cathy Daycare

Cathy Daycare

28 Roundwood Rd, Newton, MA

Costimate: $330/wk

5.0

(5)

Offering family child care. Please email to cathydaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.
5.0
"My 18month daughter started part-time care at Cathy's when she was 14 month. This is the first daycare she goes. Being first-time parents, we were worried how she would deal with staying in a stranger's house the whole day. To our surprise, she loved going to...

Chen


L. Family Daycare

40 Chestnut Street, Stoneham, MA

Costimate: $291/wk

4.3

(7)

I am a licensed family child care in Stoneham. I have been doing home daycare for 16 years, but prior to that I was a Director of a group daycare center. My home daycare is just that a home daycare. I want my children to feel as comfortable as they feel at their own home. I feel the same way about...
5.0
"I would absolutely recommend Stephanie to anyone that I know looking for a safe, reliable and nurturing daycare. My first son started there when he was around 10 months and he absolutely loved it there, I never had any issues and he was always safe, I never for a...

Kristin S


Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

50 Judson Street, Malden, MA

Starting at $450/wk

A newly licensed family childcare provider, open in March 2022. With many years of experience in childcare, I am ready to open in home based childcare. Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse offers great quality care and some benefits for parents, ie: 1. Low ratio educators to children. 2. Provide 2...

Barbsplayhouse

11 Sycamore Road, Quincy, MA

Costimate: $246/wk

I have a drop off preschool based play group half days Monday-Friday. I am open mornings 8:30-12:30. I am EEC certified and looking for toddlers who want to learn through play, make crafts, strengthen fine motor skills, discover new friendships and delight in creating healthy snacks!

Scribble Dibble

Scribble Dibble

64 Rangeley Road, West Newton, MA

Starting at $75/hr

I am a face and body artist who specializes in body art. I create at all types of events including birthday parties, festivals, and fairs. I am a former professional child care provider from Parents in a Pinch. I would like the chance to collaborate with you at group events.

Bing Family Daycare

Bing Family Daycare

26 Revere Street, Malden, MA

Costimate: $293/wk

My first job in USA was a teacher's assistance at a large family daycare. Then I returned to college for my Bachelor's degree majoring in Accounting and Finance. Also, I have an associate's degree in education. My daycare provides bilingual education: English and Mandarin. Currently, my program...

Two Little Owls Schoolhouse

Two Little Owls Schoolhouse

501 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA

Starting at $2499/mo

Two Little Owls Schoolhouse, an Infant, Toddler, Preschool/Pre-K Childcare Center in East Cambridge located at 501 Cambridge Street in East Cambridge and convenient to the Lechmere MBTA station, MIT, and many Pharmaceuticals/Biotech companies. Our mission is to foster each child's emotional,...

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