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Heartworks Winchester

20 WHITE ST WINCHESTER, MA

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Welcome to Heartworks Early Education in Winchester, MA Heartworks Winchester offers the early learning experience you're looking for, whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that go beyond traditional daycare. Our high-quality care provides both full-time and part-time options,...
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Kind Words Daycare

266 PARK AVE # 2 REVERE, MA

starting at
$400/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Special needs
+ 3 more
I have a home daycare and I offer curriculums for early age and different activities for kids. They can learn, play, make crafts learn and more! Most importantly the kids should have fun and enjoy the activities and learn some stuff with other kids.
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Little Sprouts - Brighton

640 Washington St Brighton, MA

Little Sprouts Brighton is conveniently located in the heart of Brighton�s Oak Square in a charming historic brick building that has been completely renovated for a modern experience. Beautiful arched windows in every classroom allow in an abundance of natural light, while glossy bamboo floors and cheerful, vibrant colors on the...
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St. Joseph Elementary School

90 Pickering Street Needham, MA

Faith based
Preschool
St. Joseph Elementary School fosters creativity, independence, and decision making to raise confident, creative, and compassionate kids. Purposeful play in preschool is a student's sense of learning. The preschool program focuses on the academic, social, physical, and emotional well-being of students to prepare them for robust...
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Boston Rainbow Bridge

15 N Beacon Street NR2 Allston, MA

International
Montessori
Kindergarten
Child care
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 with the student-centered...
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Youbellor Child Academy

12 BRIGHTON ST BELMONT, MA

State license verified

starting at
$2750/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Cooperative
Child care
+ 2 more
Youbellor Child Academy of Belmont is a multicultural STEAM, play/academic based school. Our qualified staff speaks Chinese, Mandarin, Spanish and English. Both past and present families rate us at 5 stars. Set up a tour to see all of the quality learning that is taking place in all of our programs from Infants to Pre-K. See...
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Growing World Learning Center

956 Saratoga Street East Boston, MA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Cooperative
Special needs
+ 3 more
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 development with open-ended activities...
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Inspire Early Education Marina Bay

500 VICTORY RD QUINCY, MA

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Welcome to Inspire Early Education Marina Bay! This ocean-side Massachusetts location is in the Quincy neighborhood, across the street from Squantum Point Park. the intersection of Victory Rd. and Miwra Haul Rd. We are on the first floor of an office building and have a few reserved parking spots for parents to use during...
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Giant Panda Academy

124 Watertown Street Watertown, MA

Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Cooperative
+ 3 more
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 and develop with the nurturing...
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WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL

80 CRESCENT AVE NEWTON, MA

State license verified

starting at
$2625/mo
Montessori
Academic
International
Preschool
Kindergarten
Wellan Montessori School (formerly Newton Montessori School) is an independent, coeducational school for students age 15 months – Grade 8, located in Newton Centre, MA. At Wellan, educators harness the power of each child’s intrinsic motivation; all students are known, cherished, and given the opportunity to achieve their...
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Heartworks Winchester - COMING SOON

20 WHITE ST WINCHESTER, MA

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Welcome to Heartworks Early Education in Winchester, MA Heartworks Winchester offers the early learning experience you're looking for, whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that go beyond traditional daycare. Our high-quality care provides both full-time and part-time options,...
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Our Future Learning Center- Allston

1420 Linden Street 3rd Floor Allston, MA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 their physical ability, and our...
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Safari Kid Burlington

156 Cambridge Street BURLINGTON, MA

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Montessori
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
+ 3 more
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Shai's Share and Care

1 Everett Street Allston, MA

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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Expressions After School

1132 Highland Ave Needham, MA

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Cooperative
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
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 arts, sewing, Legos, Lego...
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H2K Happy Healthy Kids Fitness Studio

284 Broadway Arlington, MA

Developmental (play-based)
H2K Happy Healthy Kids Fitness Studio specializes in non-competitive fitness for children and families. We provide a safe, nurturing environment for children and families to stay fit, while building self-esteem and instilling the fundamentals of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. H2K offers classes like Kids Cardio Kickboxing,...
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Tender Loving Childcare Center - Weston

101 RIVER RD WESTON, MA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
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Loving Nest Child Care

270 Washington St. DEDHAM, MA

starting at
$2000/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
In-Home daycare
Child care
At Loving Nest Child Care, your little one will grow, play, and learn in a safe, nurturing home environment designed with love and attention to every detail. I’m Adriana, owner and educator, and I’m passionate about creating a warm “home away from home” where babies and toddlers can explore, feel secure, and develop at their own...
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Kids On The Hill Preschool Of The Arts

129 Lexington St Belmont, MA

Reggio emilia
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Open 7:30 am - 5:30 pm $60 a day, 9-1 pm $30 a day
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Ms. Marian's NeighborSchool

647 MASSACHUSETTS AVE Boston, MA

I want to see growth and development in the kids. That is the key aspect of my program for me. I believe that communication, consistency, and structure are key elements to growth and development. I also value the communication and relationship with parents, because that's where everything starts. I know that if the children see...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Cambridge, MA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

When you drop your child off near you in Cambridge, 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!

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 Cambridge, 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.

Drop-in child care hours in Cambridge, 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.

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