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Two Little Owls Schoolhouse
5.0
We are thrilled with our experience at Two Little Owls Schoolhouse for our daughter in the infant program. The infant educators are absolutely incredible. They are not only caring and attentive but also highly knowledgeable about the developmental milestones and needs of the infants. The director is...
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Strawberry Childcare
5.0
Love Stawberry!! Great teachers, great atmosphere for learning and growth.
- SB
Ms. Manu's Preschool
5.0
Ms. Manu and her staff are so awesome with the kids and I can't be enough grateful for how they treat my daughter and how happy she is going at daycare every day. She is the most loving and devoted teacher for every kid that goes to her daycare. When I sent my daughter to this daycare she was 11...
- Alda
Little Sprouts - Dedham
5.0
Excellent child care facility! Highly recommend. It is a learning environment as well as great care for your child.
- Elizabeth H.
Little Mundo Bilingual Family Daycare
5.0
We were a 'structured daycare centers are best' family when we moved and found ourselves on many center waitlists and exploring other options for the "short term." In finding Patricia and Little Mundo, we found what we didn't know we were looking: Patricia is this incredible 'best of both worlds'...
At Growing World Learning Center, we know the importance of providing a quality-learning environment for young children to explore and learn. Through creativity in the early years of education, we emphasize the process of learning over the result; teachers facilitate and support children's...
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,...
On The Road To Success is a transportation company for children. We are a clean, safe & reliable transportation company. Our amazing staff are always on time, patient and polite. All of our drivers have their 7D license and has passed extensive annual background check. On The Road to success service...
Little Bees Lab Preschool Center is unique for shaping little minds and helping them become creative Learners, Education focus and emotionally matured. The owners Marie Mathieu St Joy and Miche St Joy are both wonderful experienced educators, easy to work with and understanding of children of all...
Our school recently affiliated with the Lynch Foundation to provide direct funding and grants for new classrooms to expand capacity and to promote school readiness and positive outcomes for children with effective ELA and math curriculums that are developmentally appropriate. We are very proud of...
Here at Expressions After School we pride ourselves on having a home away from home atmosphere. We view our clients as an extension of our family. We are a sports and art based program located in the center of Needham, MA. We offer various clubs such as theatre, set design, costume design, visual...
Giant Panda Academy has an open house at 10:am -4:00pm on Sunday March 8th , Register on site to get 15% for toddlers enrollment and 10% for preschool enrollment! Giant Panda Academy is a newly opened bilingual child care center providing a safe stimulating environment in which children can grow...
BRB Child Care is a newly opened bilingual daycare center located in the first floor of a 10-floor building at Allston. At BRB, your child will have the direct interaction with teachers to learn both Mandarin and English with fun activities. BRB applies Montessori philosophy to its daily teaching...
At Our Future Learning Center, we believe that children should be happy, confident, and enthusiastic about their future. We value creative thinking and curiosity and make it our priority to create environments that nurture these characteristics. Our spacious, indoor gyms allow children to explore...
Two Little Owls Schoolhouse is a newly built Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Childcare Center in East Cambridge. We are open from 7:30am to 6:00pm and located near the Lechmere T stop, MIT and many Bio-tech and Pharmaceutical Companies. Some of our other features include a hot lunch and healthy...
5.0
"Cynthia is a dedicated director who works collaboratively with teachers, parents and the Early Childhood Community. She makes parents feel welcome and listens to their concerns and ideas regarding their child's education and care. Cynthia is well known in the...
STRAWBERRY CHILDCARE is a bilingual (English/ Spanish) program that offers a safe and nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, preschool 1 and preschool 2 with diverse learning experiences such as yoga, music, gymnastics, sports, story-telling, and arts & crafts.
*** NOW ENROLLING AGES 2-MONTHS...
5.0
"Love Stawberry!! Great teachers, great atmosphere for learning and growth."
"My doughter love going there
Great preschool the owner is very sweet and careful with the children. .I am happy to say my doughter has ever come home with a diaper rash."
Surrounded by protected marshlands, our Dedham school offers a serene environment for your child to learn and grow among the peaceful views of nature. Affectionately called a Little Sprouts 'dream school,' our Dedham space was designed with parents and children in mind. Featuring several amenities,...
5.0
"Excellent child care facility! Highly recommend. It is a learning environment as well as great care for your child."
Dear Families of Malden and surrounding areas,
Little Mundo is a home based bilingual childcare Program in Malden, Massachusetts, dedicated to offer the best in early education and care for children, 6 months of age to 5 years old.
In our school house, we are truly passionate about the field of...
5.0
"We were a 'structured daycare centers are best' family when we moved and found ourselves on many center waitlists and exploring other options for the "short term." In finding Patricia and Little Mundo, we found what we didn't know we were looking: Patricia is this...
Our After School Program accepts children in Kindergarten through 5th grade and includes a Middle School Program for 6th through 8th graders.
Every weekday we pick children up from area schools with our van and bus and bring them to Kids Place where they receive a nutritious snack and help with...
5.0
"Kids' Place is a wonderful program! The staff takes such good care of my children."
"We had a great experience attending Tiny Tots and only left b/c I got a new job that made the location no longer work for us. Zarqa is a warm and lovely caregiver who works individually with each child on where they are developmentally. Her house is clean and...
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FAQs for finding drop-in child care near you in Boston, MA
How do I find a drop-in child care center near me in Boston, MA?
You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Boston, MA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.
What should I expect when I drop my child off at a drop-in child care center near me in Boston, MA?
When you drop your child off near you in Boston, MA, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!
Are there any special considerations I need to be aware of when using drop-in child care near me in Boston, MA?
Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Boston, MA you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.
What times are available for drop-in child care in Boston, MA?
Drop-in child care hours in Boston, MA will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.