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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Allston, MA

Adorable Little Angels

4.0

I love kids. I am loving respectful and fun

- Nado Nina K.

Little Sunshine Academy

5.0

My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from us. It is the BEST daycare around.

- James R.

Helen's Family Child Care

5.0

We were lucky enough to come across Helen's Care.com posting when our daughter was about 7 weeks old. We met her and knew before we even left the interview that she was the perfect fit for us. My daughter took to her instantly and a year later Helen is still one of her favorite people in the world!...

- Sarah M.

Little Star Of Ours

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.

- Shannon L.

Cathy Daycare

5.0

My daughter was born prematurely. I had to go back to work after my maternity leave ended and Cathy has done a great job feeding my child to healthy weight! She is now 2 years old and really enjoyed her time going to daycare. Cathy has a fenced in yard for the kids to play outside. She also served...

- Lulu T.

Drop-in daycares in Allston, MA

Adorable Little Angels

Adorable Little Angels

6 Princeton Ave, Waltham, MA

4.0

(1)

I was born in Brazil. There I was a preschool teacher for several years before coming to America. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I provide a supportive nurturing healthy learning environment in my new home (built in 2005). Along side my own daughter (1 year old). The house is...
4.0
"I love kids. I am loving respectful and fun"

Nado Nina K.


Little Sunshine Academy

Little Sunshine Academy

146 Boardman Avenue, Melrose, MA

5.0

(2)

Little Sunshine Academy is a family child care center that provides a fun educational curriculum. Located on Boardman Avenue in Melrose. Provider has a B.S. in Child Development and loves children. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. We are licensed by the EEC. We are now...
5.0
"Little Sunshine Academy, is absolutely amazing. I have two children that both attend and they love it! The daycare is very clean, fun and safe. They welcome with you open arms . I can not say enough about this day care."

Eileen M.


Helen's Family Child Care

Helen's Family Child Care

19 Cornell Street, Roslindale, MA

5.0

(2)

Hello! I am a mother of two elementary aged children with over 15 years of experience caring for children in and directing enrichment programs. I am offering childcare out of my home for toddlers and/or babies Dependable, creative and flexible providing an environment that is healthy, educational...
5.0
"We were lucky enough to come across Helen's Care.com posting when our daughter was about 7 weeks old. We met her and knew before we even left the interview that she was the perfect fit for us. My daughter took to her instantly and a year later Helen is still one of...

Sarah M.


Little Star Of Ours

Little Star Of Ours

3 Palermo Street, Cambridge, MA

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 daughter has been at Little Star of Ours for over 2 years and we couldn't be happier. I love that here we find the warmth and individual attention of a home daycare with the structure and education of a center. My daughter is constantly surprising me with the...

Alexis O.


Cathy Daycare

Cathy Daycare

28 Roundwood Rd, Newton, MA

5.0

(5)

Offering family child care. Please email to cathydaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.
5.0
"Our friend suggested Cathy when she was just starting her daycare. My daughter (she was 9 months then) joined there from the first day Cathy started her business. She was the only baby for a while which helped them to build the bonding between each other. We loved...

Ozge G.


Spanish Immersion Montessori School

Spanish Immersion Montessori School

75 VERNON ST, NEWTON, MA

5.0

(2)

Spanish Immersion Montessori offers a total language immersion and multicultural Montessori education in a stimulating, nurturing environment for children ages 15 months-5 years. Our educational programs do much more than teach your child; they instill confidence, independent thought and a-long love...
5.0
"We are so pleased with SIMS. Our son has been attending SIMS since he was 18 months and we have been so happy with the care and instruction he is getting there. First and foremost, the teachers and staff are so loving. They treat our baby as their own. I have no...

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Peapod Daycare

Peapod Daycare

53 Pearl St, Newton, MA

5.0

(10)

Peapod Daycare is a family child care service provider located in the Newton area serving children from 3 months to school age. We specialize in bilingual care (English and Mandarin).
5.0
"Peapod has been a wonderful fit for our 2 kids (both of whom started as infants). Shannon is kind, attentive, and responsive. Both of our kids instantly took to her and love going. She provides enriching activities and outdoor time at the park next door. It is...

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Camp Young Judaea

Camp Young Judaea

22 Priscilla Cir, Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0

(1)

Camp Young Judaea serves children ages 8-15. Located on 168 acres on the shores of Lake Baboosic, our waterfront features two waterski/wakeboard power boats, canoes, kayaks, sailboats, paddle boats, and windsurfers. Camp facilities include eight tennis courts, several playing fields, basketball and...

Fairmount Hill Childcare

Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1, Hyde Park, MA

5.0

(1)

Fairmount Hill Child Care is a licensed home daycare and microschool. We offer quality infant and toddler care with excellent ratios - typically 3 adults for 10 children. We offer preschool starting at 18 months, a dynamic, hands-on pre-k program for 4-year-olds, and we follow a secular,...
5.0
"ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

Pauline P.


Honey Pot Family Child Care

Honey Pot Family Child Care

287 Cherry Street, West Newton, MA

5.0

(6)

Hello ! My name is Ivana, and I opened my Licensed Family Child Care program in August, 1981. I offer Full-time, Part-time and summer care. I believe that it is important to provide a safe, nurturing and educational environment for your child, one where social, emotional and...
5.0
"Ivana and Angela took care of our daughter for just under a year, from the time she was 3 months old. They were so attentive and observant, and provided such a great environment for all of the children. It was always really easy to communicate with them, and they...

Abby K.


X Y Z Family Child Care

X Y Z Family Child Care

464 Sea St, Quincy, MA

5.0

(8)

We are a provider of family child care services and have been in operation for over 20 years. We offer a nurturing and caring environment that fosters development for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. I offer organic food for the children. Our teachers are CDA certified, NAFCC accredited,...
5.0
"My daughter has been at XYZ since she was 10 months old and has just "graduated" to head off to pre-school almost 3 years later. In the years she has spent with Latifa, she has learned and grown so much. The loving and nurturing environment coupled with healthy...

Julie O.


Creative Children Childcare

Creative Children Childcare

Julian Street, Dorchester, MA

5.0

(1)

We are new licensed Home Daycare striving to provide a clean safe fun learning environment for children 2-3.5.We offer meals, hands on learning, art, music, theatre, field trips, lesson plans and reasonable rates . We follow a daily schedule working with each child individually to help prepare them...
5.0
"Very down to earth provider , cares for children, providing quality home care in a family setting. I'm happy we found her"

Retresha K.


Brownstone Kids Academy

Brownstone Kids Academy

227 West Canton St., Boston, MA

5.0

(2)

Brownstone Kids Academy is a neighborhood learning center in the heart of Boston that focuses on early childhood development. We believe that children learn best through play in a safe and nurturing environment. The play-based preschool philosophy is designed to enrich the whole child, including...
5.0
"Carly at Brownstone is AMAZING!! My kids have never been so excited about anyplace they've ever gone for childcare. They absolutely love her! The location is also so convenient and it's adorable. There's even a private outdoor space for the kids to play. Couldn't...

Carmen B


Little Einstein Family Day Care

Little Einstein Family Day Care

42 Brookledge St, Dorchester, MA

5.0

(1)

Little Einstein Family Daycare is a fun loving place for the children. The child educators are state licensed and take necessary safety precautions. We make sure that children are actively engaged in activities and learning. We have over 10 yrs.of experience. Come and visit our attractive place...

Little Forest Family Day Care

Little Forest Family Day Care

90 Beach St, Malden, MA

5.0

(3)

Dear parents, My name is Patria, I have an extensive training in childcare and child development, state certified, and 5+ years of experience. Our program offers a safe environment conducive to learning, allowing the child to explore the world in a safe - child proof- environment with indoor /...
5.0
"I took my two year old son there because his regular daycare had closed for the day unexpectedly. Well, he was of course nervous to meet the new kids at first but he ended up loving it. Patria really has a nice big space for the kids and she is the sweetest. By the...

Elana And Mike J.


Guild Hall

Guild Hall

17 Sellers St, Cambridge, MA

Guild Hall Learning Makerspace is a unique educational space that offers a variety of opportunities for young learners to explore their interests in technology, engineering, art, and more. Our Studio is open to ages 8-17 and provides access to state-of-the-art studio and equipment...

Raising Stars Family Child Care

Raising Stars Family Child Care

98 Quincy Ave, Dedham, MA

Raising Stars has two locations, both situated in Dedham, MA. Our home-based program is licensed for 10 mixed-age group children, including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and is located in, Dedham, MA 02026. Our center-based program is licensed for 41 children and has 6 classrooms. The...

Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

50 Judson Street, Malden, MA

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...

Cynthia's Family Childcare

Cynthia's Family Childcare

22 Hannon Street, Dorchester, MA

I offer split and full week slots. I am a Licensed Early Childhood Educator. My staff and I are CPR and First Aid Certified. We are located in Dorchester and accessible to the MBTA, Bus Routes, Commuter Rail and Expressway. We follow the Boston Public School schedule September through June and offer...

Small Steps Family Daycare

Small Steps Family Daycare

56 Seaview Ave, Malden, MA

Small Steps Family Child care provider in Malden, MA has immediate openings! I offer a nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Children will enjoy our daily circle times, arts and crafts, blocks, puzzles, books, games, toys, and outside riding toys. I will also be following the curriculum where I...

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Ratings for Allston, MA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Allston, MA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.