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Find Trusted Drop-In Child Care Near Me in Somerville, MA

We have 60 drop-in child care in Somerville, MA! Compare and find the best drop-in child care to fit your needs.

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Candyland Adventures

20 Woodbine St Somerville, MA

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Candyland Adventures is a family child care home. Children learn through play. I serve breakfast, lunch and snack which follow USDA guidelines. I have a large fenced in yard.
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Little Sprouts Boston University Medical Campus

815 ALBANY ST BOSTON, MA

4 mi

Day Care
Child care
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. 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 pick-up and drop-off time convenient for commuting families. Additionally, a private playground inspires new play and sensory discoveries for growing minds in the fresh air. Like all of our Little Sprouts schools, Boston University Medical Campus has been designed with your child in mind. From the natural wood of the floors, to the colors on the walls and the furniture in the classrooms, it’s all intentionally selected to create a soothing and relaxing atmosphere where your child can be safe, happy and learning every day.
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Pine Village Preschool - Porter Square

2067 MASSACHUSETTS AVE CAMBRIDGE, MA

1 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Spanish Immersion preschool program offering a modern approach to child development for toddler and preschool children. Program encourages creativity, acceptance, and inclusion. Tucked into the historic Henderson Carriage House Building at 2067 Mass Ave. lies our Porter Square school, which opened in 2009. Minutes from both Porter and Davis Squares, it has convenient, safe parking for drop off and pick up in the rear of the building. Our Porter Square school has a wonderful large community room we use for large group activities such as yoga class and special guest visitors. Our community room is surrounded by five bright and fun filled classrooms specially designed for each of our four age groups.
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DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC

101 BLUE HILLS PKWY MILTON, MA

8 mi

starting at
$508/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
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Discovery Schoolhouse provides a warm, nurturing, supportive, educational, and enjoyable experience for children from 15 months through kindergarten, all year round, all day long. Our toddler and preschool programs run 7:00 in the morning until 6:00 in the evening the entire calendar year, with a variety of scheduling options available. They do not follow a school year calendar, and can children enroll at any time, all year round. Our developmental kindergarten program runs 8:00-5:00 on a school-year calendar. with 7AM drop-off and 6PM pickup options available, and enrolls children five years old in the fall or early winter, without an strict age cutoff. We always have toddler and preschool children enrolled for a variety of the available schedules, with some children attending “full time,” five days a week, 7:00 to 6:00, and other children attending only 2 or 3 days 8:00 – 3:00. Many parents send their children to Discovery Schoolhouse so that their children will have a positive social experience with other children, learn how to be friends, and learn about the world. We want Discovery Schoolhouse to be just right for every child who enrolls! We are real, old fashioned preschool!…The program uses an interactive, child-centered, developmentally appropriate approach which assumes that children learn through active participation and discovery (which is just our way of saying that we are a very “play-based” program). The curriculum emphasizes child-initiated activities, fostering independence, social skills, respecting cultural diversity, creativity, and individuality.
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Heartworks Winchester - COMING SOON

20 WHITE ST WINCHESTER, MA

6 mi

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, offering families the ideal solution that fits their specific needs. As our first Massachusetts-based school, Heartworks Winchester is situated peacefully in a quiet, lush neighborhood near Route 93. Additionally, our beautiful, spacious learning environment provides ample room for children to grow, learn, and play. Age-appropriate private playgrounds beside the school further give children a space to expend their seemingly limitless energy, while our nature-inspired curriculum sparks curiosity, creativity, and a deeper connection with the world around them. At Heartworks Winchester, we emphasize social-emotional learning, which helps children develop confidence, compassion, and resilience. Whether for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, our approach helps children build essential skills that prepare them for success, both academically and socially. Moreover, our on-site private parking lot makes drop-off and pick-up both quick and easy, which is especially convenient for busy families. As a result, Heartworks Winchester offers a nurturing environment where children thrive and laughter fills the halls and classrooms. We invite you to visit us soon and discover how our nature-based, social-emotional focused approach to early education sets us apart as the premier choice for childcare in Winchester, MA.
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Ms. Marian's NeighborSchool

647 MASSACHUSETTS AVE Boston, MA

3 mi

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 a good bond between the parents and me, it is easier for the children to bond with me too. I even encourage parents, when they can, to stay with the kids in my home for an hour or so the first couple of days in the program so that the children ease into it better. I strive for both parents and children to feel comfortable to ensure the highest level of care, growth, and development. I am always there for the parents, whether they need my help as an emergency on a weekend or want to drop by the program anytime during the day. They might catch us doing some of our favorite activities, like circle time where they all can participate, floor activities, or playing music. I treat each child as my own but adhere to what parents say is best. I am very attentive to allergies and am happy to give the children preferred snacks provided by the parents. 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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Little Pandas

15 SYCAMORE ROAD NEWTON, MA

7 mi

starting at
$1600/mo
International
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Little Pandas Home Daycare By Zhifen Fei is warm and vibrant haven that has been nurturing young minds since 1994. Our journey began in Watertown, MA with our dedicated founder, Fei, and has since flourished in the inviting community of Oak Hill in Newton, MA. Positioned conveniently near Route 9 and the Chestnut Hill area, our day care offers a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment for all families. At Little Pandas, we embrace the unique backgrounds of our little adventurers, providing a colorful array of activities that promote creativity, bilingual communication in English and Chinese, and holistic development. Under the loving and experienced guidance of Fei, each day unfolds with exciting, interactive learning experiences, from captivating storytelling and creative arts and crafts to lively outdoor play and musical fun. For nearly 30 years, Little Pandas has been more than a daycare; we are a family deeply committed to the joys of childhood and the importance of nurturing wonder. Step into the Little Pandas Home Daycare family, and let your child's journey of discovery begin with us!
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St Mary of the Hills School

250 Brook Road Milton, MA

10 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
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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 the wonderful program we offer to young children, and we believe that we have successfully blended the always changing academics with the sometimes surprising social aspects of 2.9 through 4 year olds to create a well-balanced, safe and nurturing environment for every child. Our Early Learners program is achieved through play, structured activities and LOTS of poems, songs, dramatic play and movement! Listening to stories, doing projects, playing outside, completing circle time and small group activities keeps their day full of opportunities to explore, investigate and develop at their own pace both in a small group and individual setting. The children also enjoy a variety of thematic units such as all about me, family, apples &amp; pumpkins, fall leaves, friends, Thanksgiving, bears, Christmas, wind &amp; water, snow, Valentine's Day, construction, colors, farm, weather, shadows &amp; reflections, spring, things that grow, zoo, ice cream, summer, ocean, dinosaurs, and transportation. Every day provides love, warmth, hugs, learning and experiences that are both fun and challenging! Our Preschool program sets our little ones on the path to developing a love for learning. Listening to stories, doing projects, playing outside, completing center time activities that include sand &amp; water, art, blocks, puzzles &amp; manipulatives, dramatic play, and writing, and finally, completing small group activities that include writing, language &amp; print manipulatives, book browsing, science, and games keeps their day full of opportunities to explore, investigate and develop at their own pace both in a small group and individual setting. The children also enjoy a variety of thematic units such as family, friends, wind &amp; water, color, shadows &amp; reflections, and things that grow. Every day provides love, warmth, hugs, learning and experiences that are both fun and challenging! Learning in Pre-Kindergarten is achieved through play and structured activities! Center time activities include sand &amp; water, art, blocks, puzzles &amp; manipulatives, dramatic play, and writing. Small group activities include writing, language &amp; print manipulatives, book browsing, science, and games.
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Two Little Owls Schoolhouse

501 CAMBRIDGE ST CAMBRIDGE, MA

1 mi

starting at
$2499/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Two Little Owls Schoolhouse is an Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K Child care Center in East Cambridge. We are open from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and are located near the Lechmere T stop, MIT, and many Bio-tech and Pharmaceutical Companies in the heart of Cambridge. Some of our program elements include a hot lunch and healthy snacks each day, an Indoor Gross-Motor Play Area, Parent/Child Lending Library, Free parking for Pick-up and Drop-off, and Monthly Enrichment Activities including Storytellers and Music & Movement. Our Mission is to foster each child's emotional, academic and social development by providing a safe and nurturing community where children can play, explore and develop. We are committed to providing quality early education for the children and support to the families in our learning community.
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Golden Chickpea Part-Time Preschool

224 WASHINGTON ST BROOKLINE, MA

4 mi

starting at
$1200/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
International
+ 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 creating unforgettable memories of childhood. Become a part of our family.
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Two Little Owls Schoolhouse

501 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA

1 mi

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 providing a safe and nurturing community where children can explore and develop. We are committed to providing quality early education for the children and support for families in our learning community, explains Alicia DeGusto, the Director of Two Little Owls Schoolhouse. The center offers year-round child care and education for Infants through Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) with teachers who are educated and trained in Early Childhood Education. The Schoolhouse features include free parking for pick-up and drop-off, hot catered lunch each day, Parent/Child Lending Library, Sibling Discount and an Indoor Play Space. Children enrolled at the center will experience an enriching curriculum that empowers them to be confident and successful lifelong learners. Two Little Owls Schoolhouse places a strong emphasis on the development of language, science, math, developing social skills and incorporating the key elements that contribute to a child s readiness for school and academic success. Features of the Schoolhouse: -Newly renovated space with large windows and lots of natural light. -Free and convenient parking for parents/guardians adjacent to the building. -Parent/Child Lending Library for borrowing books to take home and share with your family. -Indoor Play Space for extracurricular activities and special events. -Newly designed Art Room for specialized art activities -Art Specialist preparing age appropriate activities for Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. -Child-friendly lunch prepared hot and fresh each day included in the tuition. -Weekly enrichment activities (Music and Movement, Storytellers, French and More). -Secure Access into building for additional safety. -French Program in all our classrooms. - Fully licensed staff through the Department of Early Education &amp; Care. First- Aid and CPR trained on a yearly basis.
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Top Tots Learning Center

1560 BEACON ST BROOKLINE, MA

3 mi

starting at
$2400/mo
Montessori
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
International
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 are lifelong, experienced educators and scientists. Our commitment to help your child realize the lifelong benefits of education and community underlies our motto that “Great Starts Never End”. TOP TOTS believes every child should be treated and developed as a special, unique individual. Our hybrid approach to childcare and early education combines the self-directed and collaborative elements of Montessori-style learning, the active nature of play-based learning, and close parent-teacher partnerships espoused by Reggio Emilia. Our educational and developmental activities will allow your son or daughter to express who they are, and to learn and grow in a relaxed, safe, secure, supportive, and open multi-cultural community. Our mission at TOP TOTS Learning Center is 1) to ensure that our students feel like they are on TOP while within our care, 2) to maximize our students’ academic, physical, social, and emotional development, 3) to provide our students with essential tools during their most formative years, so they reach their TOP potential in life When caring for your child, we take security very seriously. Some of the enhanced security features at TOP TOTS include 1) controlled access to our Center, 2) digital check-in and check-out, 3) video security cameras throughout our Center, and 4) all of our team members undergo extensive background checks. TOP TOTS Learning Center is located in the Washington Square neighborhood of Brookline. Our new facility located at 1560 Beacon Street is set back from traffic and has a convenient loading area out front for easy drop-off and pick-up.
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Tender Loving Care Childcare

23 WARREN AVE STE 180 WOBURN, MA

7 mi

starting at
$115/mo
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
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 centers for seven consecutive years by Boston Parents Paper, a testament to our commitment to quality care and education.
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Heartworks Winchester

20 WHITE ST WINCHESTER, MA

6 mi

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, offering families the ideal solution that fits their specific needs. As our first Massachusetts-based school, Heartworks Winchester is situated peacefully in a quiet, lush neighborhood near Route 93. Additionally, our beautiful, spacious learning environment provides ample room for children to grow, learn, and play. Age-appropriate private playgrounds beside the school further give children a space to expend their seemingly limitless energy, while our nature-inspired curriculum sparks curiosity, creativity, and a deeper connection with the world around them. At Heartworks Winchester, we emphasize social-emotional learning, which helps children develop confidence, compassion, and resilience. Whether for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, our approach helps children build essential skills that prepare them for success, both academically and socially. Moreover, our on-site private parking lot makes drop-off and pick-up both quick and easy, which is especially convenient for busy families. As a result, Heartworks Winchester offers a nurturing environment where children thrive and laughter fills the halls and classrooms. We invite you to visit us soon and discover how our nature-based, social-emotional focused approach to early education sets us apart as the premier choice for childcare in Winchester, MA.
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Shai's Share and Care

1 Everett Street Allston, MA

2 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers

101 RIVER RD WESTON, MA

9 mi

starting at
$115/mo
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
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 centers for seven consecutive years by Boston Parents Paper, a testament to our commitment to quality care and education.
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Inspire Early Education Marina Bay

500 VICTORY RD QUINCY, MA

7 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child 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 pick-up and drop-off. We are not within walking distance of any bus stops, so this location is recommended for caregivers traveling by car. Our location is proudly endorsed by Eco-Healthy Child Care®, a program that partners with child care professionals to eliminate environmental hazards in early learning settings with the goal of protecting the health of children and staff. Our 9 classrooms can accommodate 107 children from newborn to 6 years old. The Infant and Toddler programs are available full-time, and the Preschool program is available on a full-time or half-day basis.
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Expressions After School

1132 Highland Ave Needham, MA

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
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 Mindstorm, knee hockey, whiffle ball, basketball, homework club, and much more! We also offer a Morning Kindergarten Program with an Option A and an Option B - we pick your child up from their school at the designated dismissal time and bring them to Expressions. Once at Expressions they will have a light academic enrichment followed by lunch, reading time, lesson themed arts and crafts, a sport of the day, and building fine motor skills with Lego time. Please see our website for the differences in Option A&amp;B packages. Expressions is the the only after school that offers transportation to and from children's extra curricular activities and appointments. We are offering two new services for the 2017-2018 school year - Expressions Teen Center for 5th - 8th Graders and a Transportation Only option for families that want to use our transportation services only with our certified and background checked drivers. Please call for more information.
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Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

50 Judson Street Malden, MA

4 mi

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 parents don't have to bring anything. 3. On site mini playground in the backyard for gross motor activity. 4. Emergency early drop off (occasionally). Please message/call/email to schedule a tour. I am happy to schedule an in-person tour or a virtual tour for you! Have a nice day!
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Rock and Roll Daycare

574 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA

1 mi

Academic
Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
In-Home daycare
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 you to focus your attention fully on communicating with your Nanny about what matters most, your children. Our extensive pre-placement process for all our Nannies includes background criminal records checks, sexual offender checks, motor vehicle records checks, social security number verification, and no less than five (5) reference checks. Our unique Nanny training provides additional education in health, safety, and sanitation, positive child interactions, and curriculum. Each Nanny carries a materials bag chock full of musical, academic, and play-based activities. We believe that the childcare and education professions should be the most respected of occupations; and thus we feel that it is essential that caregivers and teachers be treated as legitimate employees, not under the table workers. To take a stand against unfair business practices and provide fair and equitable compensation, Nanny Recruiter pays employment taxes for all of our nannies, including workers compensation, personal/sick time, and health care. By supporting our Nannies with a wage and benefits they can live on, we ensure longer employment for our Nannies and stronger relationships with our families. Hiring a Nanny is a significant decision in the life of any parent, and it's too important of one to make a mistake. Make Nanny Recruiter your final stop and we ll find you the last nanny that you will ever need.
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When you drop your child off near you in Somerville, 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 Somerville, 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 Somerville, 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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