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Drop-In Daycares in Waltham, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Little Pandas Home Daycare

We cannot say enough good things about Fei L and Little Pandas Daycare! Fei Laoshi is such a kind, loving, and attentive teacher, and her...

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Tiny Tots Daycare

My daughter has been going to Zarqua for the pay two years. Zarqua is so organized and so structured. The kids' play, nap and learning areas...

- Lindsey K.

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.

Drop-In Daycares Near Waltham, MA

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Lamberg Children's Center Inc.

415 South Street Waltham, MA

We have eight professional staff members: a Director, five Head Teachers, and two Lemberg Teaching Fellows. All have degrees in Early Childhood Education, experience working with children and their families, as well as American Heart Association CPR and National Safety Council First Aid certifications. The staff enjoys young...
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Me

Greene St Waltham, MA

Hi I m Kylie I always love to babysit kids. I also opened a business in 2011
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Lemberg Children's Center

457 SOUTH STREET WALTHAM, MA

Lemberg Children's Center in WALTHAM, MA is a child care facility that develops the families and children in a warm family-like environment. They welcome all kids including those with special needs as well as children from diverse cultural, economic, and linguistic backgrounds. This child care facility features an educationally...
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Camps Camps

77 4th Ave Waltham, MA

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Little Pandas Home Daycare

15 SYCAMORE ROAD Newton, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

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 China, India, Russia, Korea,...

Care Member says "We cannot say enough good things about Fei L and Little Pandas Daycare! Fei Laoshi is such a kind, loving, and attentive teacher, and her daycare is...

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Tiny Tots Daycare

54 Loring Ave Winchester, MA

5.0(8)

State license verified

We are a daycare currently residing in a quiet part of Winchester, MA. We take care of all children between the ages of infancy to 5 years. Tiny Tots daycare offers a range of educational services depending on the age of the child. For babies and toddlers we cover a range of subjects such as Colors, Shapes, ABC's, Numbers and...

Lindsey K. says "My daughter has been going to Zarqua for the pay two years. Zarqua is so organized and so structured. The kids' play, nap and learning areas are always...

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Shining Stars Daycare

45 Pembroke St Medford, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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...

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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Spanish Immersion Montessori School

75 VERNON ST NEWTON, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Montessori
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 of learning. As a parent, the...

Care Member says "We absolutely love SIMS! Both our girls attend and their Spanish is impecable, they’re well mannered and compassionate. They’ve learned to respect...

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L. Family Daycare

40 Chestnut Street Stoneham, MA

4.3(7)

State license verified

I am a licensed family child care in Stoneham. I have been doing home daycare for 21 years, but prior to that I was a Director of a group daycare center. My home daycare is just that a home daycare. I want my children to feel as comfortable as they feel at their own home. I feel the same way about the moms and dads. I want them...

Mike F says "I took my daughter to Stephanie after being home with her for 7 months straight during the COVID lockdown. During this time, I grew very attached to my...

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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 intellectual growth are promoted and...

Joanne H. says "Can I give more than 5 stars? Ivana and Angela have been taking care of our daughter since she was 6 months old and she is now 2. Whenever we drop her off...

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Sarah's Bilingual Family Child Care

202 Grove Street Belmont, MA

4.5(2)
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,...

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

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Little Star Of Ours

3 Palermo Street Cambridge, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

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....

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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La Creche Daycare

5 Crawford Rd Burlington, MA

5.0(22)

State license verified

Due to COVID-19, La Creche Daycare program and environment has been paired to promote the new health and safety Massachusetts requirements. Thank you for your interest in my family daycare. My name is Meryem and I have two precious kids, one 13-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy. I live in Burlington, MA. I have a safe &...

Care Member says "We just love La Creche Daycare. Meryem and Angela are just amazing. Both my kids go there, and we are beyond happy. They go the extra mile to make sure...

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Learning Cottage Preschool

21 Douglas Ave Burlington, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

I am Shabana, mother of 3 children, certified curriculum coordinator, director and lead teacher for children, aged birth to 8 years. I have 18 yrs of experience in early childhood education. Learning Cottage is a curriculum and theme based licensed family daycare and aftercare for toddlers through preschoolers. We provide a...

Meenal M. says "My son used to go to this day care when he was about a year old. Shabana is very nice, disciplined and caring. We moved to another state and still miss...

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Ellen Moore's Child Care

12 Worthington Street Boston, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

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 wagon-for-six for trips around the...

Michael W. says "Our daughter has been going to Ellen's House for a year and a half and we're already dreading the eventual day that we no longer get to hand off our...

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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 social, emotional, physical,...

Carmen B says "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...

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Summer at Riverbend Program

33 Eliot Street Natick, MA

5.0(1)
At Summer at Riverbend, our innovative approach encourages children to explore their talents with confidence, strive for achievement and discover new ways of thinking in an environment founded on respect and collaboration. Come experience a truly dynamic atmosphere. Summer at Riverbend is a program in Natick open to children 15...

Christian M. says "Very accommodating and welcoming to new families!"

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Cathy Daycare

28 Roundwood Rd Newton, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

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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The Learning Tree Preschool

17 Allston St Allston, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

The Learning Tree, formerly known as The Wonder Years, is a fully licensed preschool and group daycare center established since 1997. Our goal is to provide the best quality care for children ages 15 months to 6 years old. We do this by providing a caring, nurturing and safe educational environment. The Learning Tree Preschool...

Sonia R. says "Our 3 year old twin girls have been going to the Learning Tree in Allston since they were 23 months. We couldn't be happier with our experience. The owner...

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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 volleyball courts, archery and...
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Waltham, MA

Drop-in daycare near you in Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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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