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Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool
5.0
i agree to a five star rating because of the personal experience i had with kidzkollege. try and you will be impressed
- Patience O
Alexander Kidz Day Care
5.0
I have known Jaunda all my life. My baby currently attends her family day care. She has been in business for at least 40 years. She's caring and absolutely loves the kids in her care.
Her house is also clean and welcoming. I highly recommend her for anyone in the Dorchester area.
- Tara H
Josey's Daycare
5.0
Our daughter had been with Josey since she was 3 months old. She's now 2 and gets so excited in the morning to go to "Jojo's house". Josey provides a very warm, family friendly environment where kids are comfortable and can thrive. She keeps them on a great schedule and spends time doing...
- Kathryn L
Adam's Child Care & Early Education
5.0
I feel so lucky to have found this child care for my son. I was so scared and nervous leaving my baby with someone I barely knew but after more than 3 years here they are like family and love my son like their own. I can't say enough great things!
- Erica
Bcj Family Child Care
5.0
We highly recommend BCJ family childcare. Our daughter has attended BCJ for the past year, she is happy and looks forward to spending the day with the caregivers and her little friends. The space is neat, clean and well structured for the kids. We love the backyard and for our daughter to be able to...
- Anna -
Drop-in daycares in Dorchester, MA
5.0
(1)
Kidzkollege Early Education and Preschool is, licensed has a Non traditional hour by the department of early childcare education. We served infants, toddlers, before and after school program and weekend care is available. We are family oriented. Guaranteed the safety of each child in our...
5.0
"i agree to a five star rating because of the personal experience i had with kidzkollege. try and you will be impressed"
Patience O
5.0
(1)
I am a licensed Large Family Child Care Educator with a full time certified Assistant.
We provide a safe, nurturing, multicultural, and learning environment to help children develop their physical, social, emotional and intellectual skills.
We strive to help children develop their own...
5.0
"I have known Jaunda all my life. My baby currently attends her family day care. She has been in business for at least 40 years. She's caring and absolutely loves the kids in her care.
Her house is also clean and welcoming. I highly recommend her for anyone...
Tara H
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...
5.0
(5)
Josey's Daycare is a home based center that has been in business for thirty years. At this center, children will grow and learn through exploration and play. Structure will be provided for the children as well as a thriving learning environment. Children will be engaged in activities throughout the...
5.0
"We love Josey! Both of my children were enrolled from 3 months - 4 years. Josey is loving, kind, reliable and a wonderful caregiver and person. Both kiddos thrived at her home and loved her cooking too. I highly recommend her!"
Nicole P
5.0
(3)
Dear families, I'm a child care provider state licensed by EEC for 10 children with an assistant, offering first aid and CPR. My program is located on a main street, where there are many parking spaces. We have a fenced backyard loaded with outdoor toys and more. We use all the first floor as...
5.0
"I feel so lucky to have found this child care for my son. I was so scared and nervous leaving my baby with someone I barely knew but after more than 3 years here they are like family and love my son like their own. I can't say enough great things!"
Erica
5.0
(2)
- Offered by a professional in the field of Early Childhood Education
- BS in Human Development
- 24 years of experience in the field
- Licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care
- In a safe, well structure, and nurturing environment
- A family oriented environment with a great...
5.0
"BCJ is a wonderful, family focused, home daycare. We have had our daughter there since she was 6 months old (she's 2 now) and we have seen tremendous gains in her emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Staff are caring, knowledgeable, and provide very...
Jenn S
5.0
(1)
I am a professional and have been providing services to the community for over 20 years.
I am Licensed by EEC, and a Quality Child Care Educator, Loving and Experienced.
The children Learn through music, movement, and play.
I provide age Appropriate Educational Curriculum, and nutritious...
5.0
"I am highly recommending Loleeta's Family Childcare center. My family and I have had the BEST experience. Our child was well taken care of for five consistent years. My child is a happy bright and successful second grader. If you are looking for consistency,...
Tennelle W
5.0
(6)
My program is a small, mixed-age group, and we all become very attached to each other--it really is very much like a family. I am located in Boston, close to the Longwood Medical Area. I have a well-equipped home with three levels of interesting space and a small backyard. We also have a...
5.0
"I can't recommend Ellen or "Ellen's House" highly enough. Ellen is warm, kind, fun, and just overall a magical person. Kid's love her and she handles all of childhood's woes with grace. My son asks to go to Ellen's House almost every weekend day and is delighted...
BethanyAndAlex K
5.0
(2)
We are a state-licensed bilingual family daycare with an integration of American and Asian cultures. We speak both English and Chinese. We have been serving families in Watertown/Newton area for over 20 years. Our children's families come from various cultural background and nationalities including...
5.0
"My son started to go to Little Pandas Home Daycare since the age of two and half and we absolutely loved it there. The facility is very clean and organized. My son used to get sick a lot in his old big daycare and almost never got sick anymore since he went there....
Xiaojun W
5.0
(5)
We are a full time day care schedule , We accept one month through four year age, we provide breakfast, lunch and pm snack .we do full year curriculums and we have a beautiful home daycare sitting and a full-size playground outside (in own backyard).I have 23 years of daycare experience. thanks!
5.0
"Both of my daughters started at As We Grow Academy when they were only 12 weeks old. The leading teacher/owner is a loving and caring person and she is like our family now. She takes such good care of my daughters and other little ones at the daycare. She holds a...
Vicky G
5.0
(14)
Red Apple is a bilingual family child care that provides a fun educational curriculum. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. The daily interaction with the children is what we find so satisfying. We love watching the reading process unfold and never tire of helping children...
5.0
"Leaving my son in the care of someone all day while my husband and I work is always a hard thing to do. Jing and Yuan made it easy for us to leave our son and go about our day.
Jing sent pictures of their activities and he always brought home a fun project or...
Grace K
5.0
(7)
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
"X Y Z Family Day Care was like a second home to both my kids
LATIFA took care of both my kids until they both went to pre-school. They were in such a loving and caring environment, and my kids loved it.latifa provided a balance of learning, creativity and fun. We...
Sam
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Rose I provide childcare to children ages 6weeks up to 5 years old.I provide a welcoming, educational, nurturing, and safe space where children grow and learn. We provide breakfast lunch
Safe and loving home setting
Fenced yard and nearby park
Hands on curriculum
Arts and...
5.0
"One of the nicest, knowledgeable, and the most caring providers you will find. If you're looking for someone to care for your child(ren) with love , then you should definitely choose her for your little ones."
Jeordan
5.0
(1)
Providing infant childcare with 1:2 supervision, and toddler childcare with 1:3 supervision in a safe, loving, and structured environment.
5.0
"ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"
Pauline P
5.0
(2)
A Million Smiles is a licensed home-based child care program located in Milton, MA. We are a year-round, full-time program, offering nurturing care and quality education to children of all ages.
Small group/individualized learning takes place in a loving home environment. An all-inclusive...
5.0
"Ms. Eva is a talented teacher and incredibly caring and gentle with the kids. I would recommend her daycare to anyone looking for a quality daycare with someone who really loves what she does."
L P
4.8
(4)
Rainbow Family Child Care in Randolph Mass, is a unique place for your infant, toddler and preschooler to learn and grow. Clean safe environment and great caring atmosphere are some of the qualities that your child will experience at Rainbow Family Child Care.
5.0
"My child has been attending this center since 6months old she is now 18months. I highly recommended this center to any parents that are looking for a center that is clean, great one one interactions with the children and overall is a great school."
Tatiana T
5.0
(5)
I am passionate person with kids. I love to share and spend a lot time with them. Teach them and learn things together. I am very tender, sweet, responsible, careful and attentive to them. I speak Spanish and English. I love to teach Spanish by different ways like songs, games,reading etc. I have...
5.0
"Mayra is an exceptional nanny. She is responsible and committed to her work, she will take care of your children with love and patience.
She enjoys creating role-playing games based on disney characters to entertain children and also support them on first steps...
Monica
4.7
(13)
Rachda F. (Star Family Daycare) located in Medford, Massachusetts is happy to say... we are taking new applications for children from the age of 3 months to 4 years old. As a family daycare we give each child the care and attention that they deserve. Our staff is licensed by Early Education and Care...
5.0
"I knew Rachida for 8 years. She is a wonderful person with a wide knowledge in childcare. I can always see the smiles in the kids' faces in her daycare. She treats all of them with a special love and care hardly found in providers."
Fatima O
5.0
(5)
Offering family child care. Please email to
cathydaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.
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...
Lulu T
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...
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Dorchester, MA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Dorchester, MA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Dorchester, MA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Dorchester, MA accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Dorchester, MA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Dorchester, MA?
While drop-in daycares in Dorchester, MA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Dorchester, MA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Dorchester, MA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!