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Find Trusted Drop-In Daycares Near Me in Jamaica Plain, MA

We have 60 drop-in daycares in Jamaica Plain, MA! Compare and find the best drop-in daycare to fit your needs.

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Ms. Heidi's NeighborSchool

126 Day Street Apt. 1 Jamaica Plain, MA

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Heidi is a home daycare provider licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Her license allows her to care for up to 6 children in a warm home environment in Jamaica Plain. Heidi has been a provider since 2017. As a licensed provider, Heidi receives training in safe sleep, childhood nutrition, medication administration and childhood development. Every year she is required to renew her pediatric CPR certificate and attend at least 10 hours of professional development training. Every year, a Licensor from the EEC's regional office does an unannounced home-visit to assess program quality, health & safety practices, and make sure Heidi is meeting the EEC's requirements, including regular progress reports, daily attendance tracking, monthly evacuation drills, etc. Parents love NeighborSchools home daycares. 'I was focused on choosing a program that nurtured my child, but I found one that also nurtured me and helped me become a better parent. I'm always telling my friends to check out home daycare - our experience was so wonderful!' Read more about Courtney Trudell's journey to find the right child care for her family. 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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WEE CARE JP

305 LAMARTINE ST JAMAICA PLAIN, MA

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Wee Care JP

305 Lamartine Street Jamaica Plain, MA

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The Bilingual Montessori School of Boston

61 Rockwood Street Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

ARC-EN-CIEL is a French bilingual day care and Montessori school that provides care for children ranging from the age of two months to six years. We have been in business for 14 years and are known to provide excellent care to our children in a warm, loving and nurturing environment. In addition to daily French classes, we also offer music and gymnastics to our students. Our school is nestled on the grounds of Our Lady of the Cedar of Lebanon. We provide child care to families in Boston, Jamaica Plain, Newton, West Roxbury, Chestnut Hill and the surrounding towns. We are the only French Montessori bilingual school in Boston.

Stephanie P. says "After looking at a number of day care centers, we started our son at The Bilingual Montessori School of Boston in the infant room. We were warmly...

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Ms. Melania's NeighborSchool

28 Danforth Street # 28 Jamaica Plain, MA

< 1 mi

Ms. Melania's NeighborSchool is a licensed home daycare in Jamaica Plain, MA. As a parent, figuring out child care can feel daunting. Especially if you're trying to find child care for the first time. You want something that feels right, something that's going to give you the peace of mind that your child is not only in good hands, but getting the stimulation and socialization that comes with a great daycare. At NeighborSchools, we get it. That's why we partner exclusively with small, home daycares, run by professionals who have years of experience, and are licensed by the state. Each daycare is different and has it's own approach and vibe, based on the experience of the provider who runs it. We welcome you to check out Ms. Melania's daycare in Jamaica Plain, MA. We recommend this daycare to parents who are looking for a small-scale setting and a provider who will treat your child like one of their own. Spots are limited, depending on the age of your child and your preferred start date, so get in touch and we'll let you know right away whether there's a potential opening for you. Any questions, feel free to call us at (617) 765-1972.
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Learning Together Family Day Care

205 Boylston St Apt 3 Jamaica Plain, MA

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The Learning Together Family Day Care provides a preschool program in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Learning Together Family Day Care is open Mondays to Fridays from seven AM to five PM.
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KIDSART!

6 ELIOT ST JAMAICA PLAIN, MA

< 1 mi

KIDSART! is a child care provider conveniently located at 6 Eliot St, Jamaica Plain, MA that aims to assist children in developing their cognitive, motor, and social skills. Their center's goal is to provide a learning environment that fosters a lasting love for learning.
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Jamaica Plain Head Start

315 Centre ST JAMAICA PLAIN, MA

< 1 mi

Jamaica Plain Head Start in JAMAICA PLAIN, MA is providing comprehensive services for the families and their children from 3 to 5 years old. They offer individualized curriculum and high-quality family education including special needs and mental health support. This child care facility features individualized meal plans as well as hearing, dental, and vision screenings.
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Small World Child Care

150 S HUNTINGTON AVE BLDG 9 JAMAICA PLAIN, MA

1 mi

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Loleeta's Family Child Care

66 Colonial Ave Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(2)

3 mi

I am a professional and have been providing services to the community for over 25 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, LOVE and nutritious meals Ages from 5 months - 4 years old Vouchers accepted

Care Member says "100/100 highly recommended! My son learns so fast and so well. I love their bond and how she loves my son. I’ll forever appreciate her efforts and her...

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Shining Stars Daycare

45 Pembroke St Medford, MA

5.0(1)

8 mi

Heavy emphasis of outdoor time - exploring, walks and playground time. Arts, crafts and creative time is the main focus while inside. Fun indoor activities for rainy and very cold days - dance parties, yoga, story time, building forts... Nutritious lunch and snacks will be provided by me unless you prefer to send your own food from home.

Martha P. says "My two year old has been attending Shining Stars for 8 months and my child and I couldn't be happier. Raquel is such a loving and caring person-- I don't...

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Sarah's Bilingual Family Child Care

202 Grove Street Belmont, MA

4.5(2)

7 mi

Thanks for choosing Sarah's Family Childcare. Our goal is to provide a program that will benefit the child, the parent and the community. We are committed to the development of a well-rounded child with a positive self-image. Our program is designed to expand the individuality of each child by providing an atmosphere of warmth, support and encouragement. Our program centers around socialization and learning through play. This is augmented by monthly planned curriculum. We offer two meals and two snacks including breakfast,morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack for kids over 15 months. At Sarah's Family Childcare, your child will participate in developmentally-appropriate activities throughout the day, Such as: Circle Time , Art\Project time, Music Time , Dancing Time, Outdoor activities , Story Time , and Pr-writing Activities.

Ron P says "Sarah's is great. We sent our son their when he was young. We definitely recommend it."

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X Y Z Family Child Care

464 Sea St Quincy, MA

5.0(10)

7 mi

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, and EEC lead teachers. Our hours are from 7am to 5pm and our rates are $390 per week. Please stop by and visit us and feel free to call if you have any questions.

Care Member says "Both of my children, starting at 3 months old until they aged out attended Daycare. Having my children attend Daycare was the best decision we ever...

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Cathy Daycare

28 Roundwood Rd Newton, MA

5.0(5)

5 mi

Offering family child care. Please email to cathydaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.

Lulu T. says "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...

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Little Kid'z Corner

19 Dietz Road Hyde Park Massachusetts Hyde Park, MA

5.0(3)

4 mi

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 crafts I look forward to meeting you

Care Member says "I can not speak highly enough of Rose and her wonderful home daycare. My son has been there for over 2 years, since he was 3 months old. Rose welcomes...

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Raising Stars Family Child Care

98 Quincy Ave Dedham, MA

3.0(2)

5 mi

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 infant classroom is designed for children from 3 months to 15 months, the toddler room serves kids from 15 months to 2.9 years, and the preschool room is for children aged 3 years and older. It's a place where you can confidently bring your child, knowing they'll be in a safe and loving environment. You can return to work with peace of mind, trusting that your child is in good hands, being loved, nurtured, and treated as part of our family. We provide lots of love and attention at our daycare. We believe every child is unique and special in their own way, and we actively promote their social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development.

Care Member says " The best child care ever. You can trust the whole stuff, the stuff is very kind. My daughter goes this child care and I am very satisfied that I chose...

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Precious Footprints Family Child Care

23 Michelle Lane Randolph, MA

5.0(4)

10 mi

We are a bilingual (English and Spanish) family childcare program that provides full curriculum based childcare services for children ranging from infants up to school age. The provider has over 11 years of experience in the private childcare industry. In addition, the provider holds a college degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters degree in Education. Our Mission: At Precious Footprints Family Child Care, we strive to provide children a secure, healthy and nurturing environment where your child would receive a socially, physically, emotionally and academically developmental opportunity that will help them in their continuous growth. We believe each child is unique and deserves our love, understanding and encouragement to develop the best of their abilities. Children learn through play, which is why our environment is designed to offer various challenging games and activities in order to stimulate their different areas of learning.

Joanna M. says "We had the best experience at Precious Footprints with Diana and the other children in her care. She feeds the kids breakfast, lunch, and snack. She...

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Little Star Of Ours

3 Palermo Street Cambridge, MA

5.0(5)

5 mi

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 Activities/Social/Emotional development activities. Sand and Water play. Dramatic play. Building Blocks. Science and Math Activities. Local Field Trips.

Shannon L. says "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...

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Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2 Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)

2 mi

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 care. Flexibility of receiving your child earlier. No penalty for 30 minutes late pick up Flexible schedule to accommodate parents needs.

Patience O. says "i agree to a five star rating because of the personal experience i had with kidzkollege. try and you will be impressed"

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Rainbow Family Child Care

2 Jean Circle Randolph, MA

4.8(4)

10 mi

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.

Mary T. says "This is such a good and safe place for any child I trust yissel because she's so lovely and very patient with the kids and the way she play with them is...

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Recent drop-in daycare reviews from local parents in Jamaica Plain, MA

Drop-In Daycares in Jamaica Plain, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

The Bilingual Montessori School of Boston

After looking at a number of day care centers, we started our son at The Bilingual Montessori School of Boston in the infant room. We were...

- Stephanie P.

Loleeta's Family Child Care

100/100 highly recommended! My son learns so fast and so well. I love their bond and how she loves my son. I’ll forever appreciate her...

- Care member

Shining Stars Daycare

My two year old has been attending Shining Stars for 8 months and my child and I couldn't be happier. Raquel is such a loving and caring...

- Martha P.

FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Jamaica Plain, MA

Drop-in daycare near you in Jamaica Plain, 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.

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 Jamaica Plain, MA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Jamaica Plain, 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.

When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Jamaica Plain, 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!

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