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Tiny Tots Daycare
5.0
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 exquisitely clean. My daughter will be attending kindergarten in the fall I this year and unfortunately will be leaving here. However she will be...
- Lindsey K
Learning Cottage Preschool
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
Daisy Family Daycare
5.0
My son started here at the beginning of this year and it's honestly been the best experience ever. He's 2.5 now and hisgrowth is exciting, he's very social and outgoing, knows the whole alphabet, numbers, colors, animals omg everything he always surprises me when he recognizes something "mummy...
- Aleksandra
Star Family Daycare
5.0
It was our first experience in putting our little girl in a childcare. Rachida made our experience wonderful. She is really welcoming and she cares not only about our baby's interest, but with ours as well. Star family daycare is so clean and safe for our child. I wish her the best of luck!
- Sara M
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
Drop-in daycares in Winchester, MA
5.0
(8)
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,...
5.0
"We are so happy with Tiny Tots Daycare, my daughter has grown so much with Mrs. Zarqa. She is reliable and trustworthy I have always felt comfortable expressing concerns I have with my daughter like toilet training, behavior issues, and playing with others. Mrs....
Bianca M
Misses P's Place
15 Surrey Road, Winchester, MA
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
(5)
Daisy Family Daycare is a licensed provider in Billerica.As a family childcare provider I have been licensed with the Office of Early Education And Care.I also hold degree in Early Childhood Education and I am certified in First Aid and C.P.R. by American Red Cross.My assistant is also trained in...
5.0
"Our son has been attending Daisy Daycare for close to an year now and could not be happier.
Excellent care and very personal touch to the children. The owners are excellent professionals and great people to know.
Small group of children in a very well adapted...
Martin V
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
"Rachida and her staff are incredibly warm and caring towards my son. He started going to Star Family Day Care in September 2019 (he was 5.5 months old) and he loves it. He has never cried when I drop him off or been crying when I pick him up. In fact, before...
Michelle
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
"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...
Amy A
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
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
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
(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
(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
"Josey is a great home day care provider! She is very experienced and great with kids. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family."
Amanda C
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
"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 little one to the incredibly patient and generous Ellen Moore. Like most others, we were referred to "Ellen's House"...
Michael W
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 children have attended this daycare for the last 5 years. The care that they have received during that time has been professional, thoughtful, caring, and reliable. She always goes above and beyond to be flexible and accommodating, and we have always felt...
Julie C
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 -
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
(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
I really love to spend time with kids. My son is at age of 14. My love my son very much. Since my early age, I like kids and love their accompany. From this passion I started my day care center. And I want to continue this endeavor to new height.
A newly licensed family childcare provider, open in March 2022.
With many years of experience in childcare, I am ready to open in home based childcare.
Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse offers great quality care and some benefits for parents, ie:
1. Low ratio educators to children.
2. Provide 2...
The Brimmer And May Day Camp
69 Middlesex Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA
Brimmer and May Summer Camps offer a variety of exciting and enriching programs designed to meet your family's summer needs from a traditional day camp for younger campers (ages 3 - 10) to our specialty programs, allowing campers to explore specific areas of interest (STEAM, Photography,...
Guild Hall
17 Sellers St, Cambridge, MA
Guild Hall Learning Makerspace is a unique educational space that offers a variety of opportunities for young learners to explore their interests in technology, engineering, art, and more. Our Studio is open to ages 8-17 and provides access to state-of-the-art studio and equipment...
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Winchester, MA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Winchester, MA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Winchester, 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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, MA?
While drop-in daycares in Winchester, 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 Winchester, MA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Winchester, 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!
Ratings for Winchester, MA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Drop-In Daycares in Winchester, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.