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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Watertown, MA

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 -

Big Foot Little Foot Child Care

5.0

We feel so fortunate to have Razia in our lives. Our son attended daycare until he recently moved on to preschool. The children become part of Razia's family, and she takes amazing care to make sure they flourish. Between walks to see the farm animals, to fun in her amazing yard, the kids just...

- Amy A

L. Family Daycare

5.0

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 little girl, and eventually became so attached that I trusted few others to care for her. Eventually, when it was time to go back to work, we took...

- Mike F

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

Little Kid'z Corner

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

Drop-in daycares in Watertown, MA

Bcj Family Child Care

Bcj Family Child Care

9 Beechwood Ave, Watertown, MA

Costimate: $322/wk

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


Futgoal Academy

Futgoal Academy

3 Ashland St, Watertown, MA

We are a soccer academy. We provide soccer classes to children of all age/skill level.

Big Foot Little Foot Child Care

7 Marys Way, Lincoln, MA

Starting at $80/day

5.0

(10)

Licensed Family Child Care Educator by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This is a small family run child care service, providing quality care to infants, toddlers and preschool age children. We are located in Lincoln, MA off of Route 2 East. Our space is well equipped with play areas, indoor and...
5.0
"Razia took care of my daughter Nicole for over 2 years. She and her girls are just lovely. Razia took care of my child as if she were her daughter. I could not thank her enough for being such a wonderful care giver. She was always thoughtful, creative, and...

Agnieszka


L. Family Daycare

40 Chestnut Street, Stoneham, MA

Costimate: $291/wk

4.3

(7)

I am a licensed family child care in Stoneham. I have been doing home daycare for 16 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...
5.0
"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 little girl, and eventually became so attached that I trusted few others to care for her. Eventually, when it was...

Mike F


Alexander Kidz Day Care

8 Pasadena Rd, Dorchester, MA

Starting at $275/wk

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


Little Kid'z Corner

Little Kid'z Corner

19 Dietz Road Hyde Park Massachusetts, Hyde Park, MA

Starting at $65/day

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


Mayra P

Mayra P

1461 VFW PKWY, West Roxbury, MA

Starting at $300/wk

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


Adam's Child Care & Early Education

577 Broadway, Everett, MA

Costimate: $270/wk

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


Red Apple

Red Apple

91 Belmont St, Everett, MA

Costimate: $351/wk

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
"We found Jing and Yuan at Red Apple Daycare after our daycare closed abruptly in December 2016. My son was used to a small in-home daycare so transitioning to Red Apple was ideal. They had availability to take two of his best friends as well so it worked out well....

Channa Y


Loleeta's Family Child Care

Loleeta's Family Child Care

66 Colonial Ave, Dorchester Center, MA

Costimate: $240/wk

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


Star Family Daycare

693 Winthrop Street, Medford, MA

Starting at $400/wk

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
"My 5 year old have been in Rachida's care since he was 6 months old. During that time Rachida has fostered and encouraged both behavioral and educational development of my child. She is a great partner working towards developmental milestones. Rachida is a very...

Lena


Charles River Childcare

Charles River Childcare

43 Pine St, Dedham, MA

Costimate: $354/wk

5.0

(1)

We offer: *A Wonderful bi-weekly curriculum. *Daily nutritional snacks. *Fun-filled outdoor activities including walking excursions, farmers markets, library visits and Children's Mini-Putt.
5.0
"Linda runs a wonderful program at Charles River Childcare! She is a wonderful person with a lovely spirit. We have moved away, but we were so sad to leave, my boys love Ms. Linda! Best of luck Linda!"

Sharon


Shining Stars Daycare

Shining Stars Daycare

45 Pembroke St, Medford, MA

Costimate: $345/wk

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"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 trust anyone as much as her with my child. She provides attention and a loving environment, not to mention...

Martha P


Fairmount Hill Childcare

Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1, Hyde Park, MA

Starting at $82/day

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


Little Pandas Home Daycare

Little Pandas Home Daycare

15 SYCAMORE ROAD, Newton, MA

Starting at $400/wk

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


Ellen Moore's Child Care

Ellen Moore's Child Care

12 Worthington Street, Boston, MA

Starting at $110/day

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


Shirin Family Day Care

Shirin Family Day Care

8 Theresa Road, Stoneham, MA

Starting at $100/day

3.0

(2)

Licensed and certified Montessori teacher in business since 1990, providing an in-home Montessori program for infants and toddlers in a well equipped, safe, warm and loving environment. Small group of children and limited spots are available, individual care and attention for each child is...
5.0
"Our son started care with Ms. Ahmed when he was 12 weeks old. From the very start, he was always happy and content when we picked him up each day. Ms. Ahmed provided a very nurturing and loving environment. We loved receiving pictures and videos of my son during...

EJ


Learning Cottage Preschool

Learning Cottage Preschool

21 Douglas Ave, Burlington, MA

Starting at $350/wk

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"I am currently working as a licensed assistant teacher at Learning Cottage Preschool and have enrolled my own son too. Shabana the owner and lead teacher is very focused on curriculum, educational as well as gross motor skills of every child in the center. I am a...

Salija G


Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2, Dorchester, MA

Starting at $150/wk

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


Stoneham Daycare

21 Cherry Avenue, Stoneham, MA

Starting at $9/hr

5.0

(1)

I am an EEC licensed, full-time, in-home day care provider. I have been an EEC licensed childcare provider for over 25 years. As a licensed provider, I am CPR certified as well as skills in first-aid training. I am licensed to have six children ranging in ages from infant to four-years-old. I offer...
5.0
"Both of my children have grown up with Donna. Each one started at age 5 months for three days a week, and gradually increased to full time. Over the past six years, she has been flexible and accommodating to our needs as a growing family with two working parents....

Lauren A


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