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Lucy's Family Daycare

Wonderful, welcoming and accommodating family daycare. After visiting many other daycares nothing compared to the warm trusting feeling i...

- Christina G

Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

I have a 14 month old daughter who Meghan has taken care of multiple times. Not only is she experienced and reliable, she is extremely...

- Krista C

Top Tots Learning Center

I love Top Tots so much. The owners are so generous. The teachers are so caring and knowledgeable. My son has really come out of his shell....

- KRYSTAL A.

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Little Sprouts - Melrose

40 Washington St. Melrose, MA

Child care
You know you've chosen the right early education program when it just feels right. Everything at Little Sprouts is part of our joyful mission to make children feel happy and parents feel confident. When we first opened Little Sprouts in 1982, we knew we were onto something big. We realized the importance of giving children an...
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Lucy's Family Daycare

55 S Waverly St Brighton, MA

3.7(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
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 activities.Daily activities include music...

Christina G says "Wonderful, welcoming and accommodating family daycare. After visiting many other daycares nothing compared to the warm trusting feeling i got when...

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Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

32 Morris St. Everett, MA

5.0(1)
I am a 32-year-old Mom to a 4-month-old baby girl (and Auntie to 10!) and I am looking to care for 2-3 additional young children in my home. My husband and I own a single-family residence in Everett, MA that has a private, fenced-in backyard and is walking distance to multiple parks, the library, etc. We are also close to major...

Krista C says "I have a 14 month old daughter who Meghan has taken care of multiple times. Not only is she experienced and reliable, she is extremely attentive to all...

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Top Tots Learning Center

1560 Beacon St BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$2400/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
Montessori
Reggio emilia
+ 3 more
You can call us a preschool. You can call us a daycare, or a childcare center. Just don’t call us average. TOP TOTS is Brookline’s newest hybrid Learning Center. We offer a continuum of education and childcare for Toddlers, Pre-school and Pre-Kindergarten age students. TOP TOTS Learning Center may be new, but our team is not. We...

KRYSTAL A. says "I love Top Tots so much. The owners are so generous. The teachers are so caring and knowledgeable. My son has really come out of his shell. He has...

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Golden Chickpea Part-Time Preschool

224 Washington Street BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
International
Montessori
+ 2 more
Join us at the GoldenChickpea part-time preschool with your little one. We offer an individualized and unique child care service that allows kids to be themselves, discovering their own passions, abilities and interests. Centered on developing self confidence, comfortably sharing the world of imagination with other kids, and...

May M. says "I am happy to provide a feedback regarding my experience with the golden chickpea Pre-K toddler care program . My 3 year old toddler went to golden...

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Rock and Roll Daycare

574 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
Academic
Preschool
Kindergarten
In-Home daycare
Child care
Nanny Recruiter is a premium placement agency for full-time and part-time Nannies throughout the Greater Boston area. Our full-time recruiters will work with you to assist in personalizing the selection process of a Nanny. We simplify many of our processes through automatic billing, payroll services, and scheduling apps to allow...

Katie B says "Creative childcare facility. There is a very strong emphasis on music. The teachers take great care of the children, and the office staff respond quickly to...

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Musical Chairs Daycare

11 Ellsworth Rd Peabody, MA

3.4(5)

State license verified

In-Home daycare
Musical Chairs Daycare provides families with quality home daycare in the town of Peabody MA. I am focused on giving every child a sense of extended family and a home away from home where they can use their imaginations and expand their minds through play and planned educational activities in a safe and loving environment. There...

Teresa R. says "Lisa has looked after both my sons for many years since they were babies. They always look forward to seeing to her. She is amazing how she connects with...

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Musical Chairs Daycare

11 Ellsworth Rd Peabody, MA

1.0(1)

State license verified

We spend a great deal of our time playing and having fun. Each day has routine and structure to be sure the children feel comfortable. We care for children ages 1 week-9 years old, both full/part-time. Special arrangements may be made for earlier drop-offs and later pick-ups. We are fully insured and CPR/First Aid certified. We...
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Heartworks Winchester - COMING SOON

20 White Street WINCHESTER, MA

Preschool
Day Care
Child 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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Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

50 Judson Street Malden, MA

State license verified

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 snacks and hot/cold lunch so...
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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 Care Childcare

23 Warren Ave Ste 180 WOBURN, MA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Special needs
Preschool
+ 2 more
At our center, we provide a warm, loving, and caring environment where every child is treated like family. Our dedicated teachers go above and beyond to support each child’s growth and development, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We are honored to have been recognized as one of the top three childcare...
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Two Little Owls Schoolhouse

501 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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, academic and social development by...
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Greater Boston Early Academy

144 Commercial st.  MALDEN, MA

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
+ 4 more
Greater Boston Early Academy is conveniently located a block away from Malden Center orange line train station. We are the only Center around with our own private playground and parking lot! Greater Boston Early Academy is a Christian based education that provides a safe, fun, high quality learning environment. Our goal is...
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Youbellor Child Academy

12 Brighton St BELMONT, MA

State license verified

starting at
$2750/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 3 more
Youbellor Child Academy is a unique year-round S.T.E.A.M.-based childcare center. We understand the challenges of balancing work and childcare, which is why we offer a flexible 2,3,4,5-day schedule for your infant to preschooler from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A well as back- up care. At the YCA, we go...
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Empow Studios

1776 Massachusetts Ave Lexington, MA

State license verified

Empow Studios After-School Club (ASC) is a unique care and enrichment program that brings together technology, arts, and play. Whether your child is programming their first robot or creating a self-watering garden in Minecraft, we nurture their creative talent, build up their imagination, and spark interests that can open up new...
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Little Bees Lab Preschool Center

525 Main Street WATERTOWN, MA

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
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 age groups."
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Growing World Learning Center

956 Saratoga Street East Boston, MA

Academic
Cooperative
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 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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Saint Paul Early Education

130 Sylvan Street Danvers, MA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
+ 1 more
Program Services: We provide infant, toddler, preschool & Pre-K services for children. Our center offers services from 4 weeks to 6 years. We offer full day from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.We provide low teacher/child ratios (1:5) in different sets of classrooms and we compliment our center with a dedicated indoor and outdoor play...
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Shai's Share and Care

1 Everett Street Allston, MA

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool

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When you drop your child off near you in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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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