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Recent family child care reviews in Allston, MA

Beacon Child Care

5.0

My son has been at Beacon Child Care for a year and it has been wonderful. He's excited to go every day and really loves the care givers. They are warm, flexible and engaging. The facilities are very well maintained, there are plenty of toys for the children to play with and the curriculum is very...

- Jennifer K

The Learning Tree Preschool

5.0

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 Maura and the director Ariana have created a kind and welcoming environment for all the children filled with a diverse range of learning...

- Sonia R

Fairy Tale Children's Center

5.0

teachers are great and the kids love it. always something fun or productive going on no matter what time i stop in. love this place.

- Andy M

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

Cathy Daycare

5.0

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 weight! She is now 2 years old and really enjoyed her time going to daycare. Cathy has a fenced in yard for the kids to play outside. She also served...

- Lulu T

Family child care in Allston, MA

Beacon Child Care

Beacon Child Care

15 North Beacon Street, Allston, MA

Starting at $80/day

3.4

(5)

At Beacon Child Care, our goal is to provide affordable high-quality early childhood education and care that will enhance the growth and development of your child. Here you will find a nurturing environment for children of ages 2 months to 6 years. We recognize that each child has unique talents,...
5.0
"My son has been at Beacon Child Care for a year and it has been wonderful. He's excited to go every day and really loves the care givers. They are warm, flexible and engaging. The facilities are very well maintained, there are plenty of toys for the children to...

Jennifer K


The Learning Tree Preschool

The Learning Tree Preschool

17 Allston St, Allston, MA

Starting at $300/wk

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"I have sent my son here since he was 15 months old. We love the space, the teachers and the programming. We have found this school to be safe, fun, and engaging. As a principal of K-8 Public School, I'm picky about child care and preschool, and we are happy!...

Heidi C


Fairy Tale Children's Center

14-20 Linden Street, Allston, MA

Costimate: $363/wk

3.5

(4)

Are you looking for a daycare or a kindergarten in the Boston area? We believe we will be able to serve you and your children. Here at Fairy Tale Children's Center, your children will have the opportunity to explore and experience a variety of activities. They will discover the joy of "I am, I...
5.0
"teachers are great and the kids love it. always something fun or productive going on no matter what time i stop in. love this place."

Andy M


Our Future Learning Center- Allston

Our Future Learning Center- Allston

1420 Linden Street 3rd Floor, Allston, MA

Starting at $378/wk

At Our Future Learning Center, we believe that children should be happy, confident, and enthusiastic about their future. We value creative thinking and curiosity and make it our priority to create environments that nurture these characteristics. Our spacious, indoor gyms allow children to explore...

Beacon Child Care

15 North Beacon Street, Allston, MA

Starting at $150/mo


YMCA of Greater Boston@ the Gardner Pilot Academy

30 ATHOL ST, ALLSTON, MA

Starting at $97/wk

YMCA of Greater Boston@ the Gardner Pilot Academy is fully licensed child care provider offering educational daycare and enrichment programs designed for infants to school-age kids. The facility can accommodate a total of 127 full-time and part-time students. YMCA of Greater Boston@ the Gardner...

Boston Rainbow Bridge

Boston Rainbow Bridge

15 N Beacon Street NR2, Allston, MA

Costimate: $398/wk

BRB Child Care is a newly opened bilingual daycare center located in the first floor of a 10-floor building at Allston. At BRB, your child will have the direct interaction with teachers to learn both Mandarin and English with fun activities. BRB applies Montessori philosophy to its daily teaching...

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


Cathy Daycare

Cathy Daycare

28 Roundwood Rd, Newton, MA

Costimate: $330/wk

5.0

(5)

Offering family child care. Please email to cathydaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.
5.0
"My 18month daughter started part-time care at Cathy's when she was 14 month. This is the first daycare she goes. Being first-time parents, we were worried how she would deal with staying in a stranger's house the whole day. To our surprise, she loved going to...

Chen


Little Star Of Ours

Little Star Of Ours

3 Palermo Street, Cambridge, MA

Starting at $100/day

5.0

(5)

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...
5.0
"My daughter has been here for some time now and it's definitely a high quality family day care. Great alternative to large day care centers where your child does not get as much individual attention, without compromising on having fun educational activities in a...

Shirley P


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 would absolutely recommend Stephanie to anyone that I know looking for a safe, reliable and nurturing daycare. My first son started there when he was around 10 months and he absolutely loved it there, I never had any issues and he was always safe, I never for a...

Kristin S


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


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


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


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


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
"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


X Y Z Family Child Care

X Y Z Family Child Care

464 Sea St, Quincy, MA

Starting at $300/wk

5.0

(7)

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,...
5.0
"My daughter has been at XYZ since she was 10 months old and has just "graduated" to head off to pre-school almost 3 years later. In the years she has spent with Latifa, she has learned and grown so much. The loving and nurturing environment coupled with healthy...

Julie O


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
"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


Kim's Family Child Care

Kim's Family Child Care

1134 Trapelo Rd, Waltham, MA

Starting at $75/day

5.0

(2)

Kim's Family Child Care is a nurturing family environment and a fun place to learn and grow. We are responsive to your children's individual needs. We support the development of self-esteem, social competence, and school readiness through a developmentally appropriate learning environment. We will...
5.0
"Kim and Ralph cared for both our children from infancy until it was time to go to preschool. To be honest, they helped care for us, too--especially when we were first-time parents who worried about every new scrape and bump. Kim and Ralph taught our kids to love...

Bethany K


Children's Happy Day School

Children's Happy Day School

5 Charles Park Road, West Roxbury, MA

Starting at $2135/mo

5.0

(1)

Children's Happy Day School is a fully accredited NAEYC preschool, kindergarten and child care center with programs for children ages 2.0 to 6 years old. Located off the VFW Parkway in West Roxbury, we enroll children from Boston and the neighboring communities of Newton, Brookline, Dedham, Westwood...
5.0
"We've been fortunate to send our sons to Children's Happy Day, and I can't say enough good things about the school. The teachers and staff are so caring and thoughtful. They've put together a program that teaches confidence, independence, kindness, and resilience...

Kelsey R


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