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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
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
"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...
Anna -
Futgoal Academy
3 Ashland St, Watertown, MA
We are a soccer academy. We provide soccer classes to children of all age/skill level.
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 offered loving care to both of my children from 3 months until 4 years old. She and her family complemented our own family in helping them to become the creative, thoughtful, and loving boys they are today. With Razia it is a open and honest partnership in...
Kris
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
"My daughter has been going here since she was 3 months old. Stephanie takes great care of her and I'm never worried about her being in good hands. She is very responsive with updates and check ins and I feel like she takes care of my daughter like she is one of her...
Alison C
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
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
(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 has been a great support to us in these difficult times. Her daycare is very close to our home that makes it easy for us because my wife and I, we work from home, while our children enjoy quality time with other kids just a few floors away. :) Extremely...
Kirat D
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
"In Feb we looked for a daycare immediately for my 14m girl. We toured 5 daycares. Red Apple is the best! It is safe, clean, fun. And the teachers are great! My little girl loved them."
Cecilia C
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
"Both of my children attended Adem's day care.
We were so lucky and happy with the care that they got from Saida. She is responsible,loving and caring.
Both of my children loved Saida so much and still after so many years (they are 14 and 10 years old)they love...
Edita B
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
(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
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
"As terrifying as it was to choose a full time day care provider for my firstborn back in 2014, when we met with Rachida our fears were dispelled. She gave me a good vibe from the get go and I cannot imagine anyone taking better care of my children. They love her...
Tamara W
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
(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
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
"Both of my kids attended Little Panda Home Daycare when we moved to the area in 2019. The place is very clean and well organized. Fei Lao Shi (Ms Fei) is very loving and caring, and very experienced and knowledgeable in early education. The other staff Ms Huang is...
Chenny C
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
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 was lucky enough to be approached at a playground by a woman with a son who turned out to be two weeks older than mine. The boys (both almost two at the time) gravitated to each other, and the woman asked me if my son had started daycare. When I said I was...
Jessica C
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
"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 this school. It is a very homely environment which is warm and cozy."
Meenal M
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 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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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Watertown, MA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Watertown, MA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, 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 Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
While drop-in daycares in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Watertown, 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!