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Family Daycares in East Boston, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed family daycares

Red Apple

I highly recommend Red Apple to other families! My daughter started there at four months old and left at about 18 months because we moved. I...

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Little Sunshine Academy

My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from...

- James R.

Little Forest Family Day Care

Patria is the absolute best! I visited at least 10 daycares before finding Patria. My daughter has been with her since she was 3 months old...

- Michelle D.

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Growing World Learning Center

956 Saratoga Street East Boston, MA

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At Growing World Learning Center, we know the importance of providing a quality-learning environment for young children to explore and learn. Through creativity in the early years of education, we emphasize the process of learning over the result; teachers facilitate and support children's development with open-ended activities...
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Red Apple

91 Belmont St Everett, MA

5.0(16)

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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 unlock the mysteries of print. We...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Red Apple to other families! My daughter started there at four months old and left at about 18 months because we moved. I really feel...

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Little Einstein Family Day Care

42 Brookledge St Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
Little Einstein Family Daycare is a fun loving place for the children. The child educators are state licensed and take necessary safety precautions. We make sure that children are actively engaged in activities and learning. We have over 10 yrs.of experience. Come and visit our attractive place where your child will receive the...
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Little Sunshine Academy

146 Boardman Avenue Melrose, MA

5.0(2)
Little Sunshine Academy is a family child care center that provides a fun educational curriculum. Located on Boardman Avenue in Melrose. Provider has a B.S. in Child Development and loves children. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. We are licensed by the EEC. We are now enrolling for the fall.

James R. says "My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from us. It is the...

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Little Forest Family Day Care

90 Beach St Malden, MA

5.0(3)

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Dear parents, My name is Patria, I have an extensive training in childcare and child development, state certified, and 5+ years of experience. Our program offers a safe environment conducive to learning, allowing the child to explore the world in a safe - child proof- environment with indoor / outdoor playtime. I am fully...

Michelle D. says "Patria is the absolute best! I visited at least 10 daycares before finding Patria. My daughter has been with her since she was 3 months old and I...

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Allie's Tots

6 Dothan Street Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
I provide family child care on a full-time basis for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children. Spots are now available for full-time care, 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday in Arlington Heights (convenient to Route 2 off the Park Avenue Exit). When I was a working mom, I felt such fear and stress leaving my children in...

Sarah P. says "It wasn't easy searching for someone to care for my infant girl. Even the second time around, I worried that I wouldn't be able to find someone that I...

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Helen's Family Child Care

19 Cornell Street Roslindale, MA

5.0(2)
Hello! I am a mother of two elementary aged children with over 15 years of experience caring for children in and directing enrichment programs. I am offering childcare out of my home for toddlers and/or babies Dependable, creative and flexible providing an environment that is healthy, educational and stimulating. Childcare in...

Sarah M. says "We were lucky enough to come across Helen's Care.com posting when our daughter was about 7 weeks old. We met her and knew before we even left the interview...

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Stepping Stones Family Care

47 Clifton Street Malden, MA

5.0(1)

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Stepping Stones is a warm and nurturing community where your infant, toddler, or preschool child will thrive socially and academically. It is a fully licensed daycare/preschool that is run by a BPS teacher and mother of two from a gorgeous and spacious Victorian home across the street from a newly renovated playground and park...

Mike A. says "We were so lucky to find this type of care for our daughter. While at Stepping Stones, our daughter grew so much on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. It...

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Loleeta's Family Child Care

66 Colonial Ave Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

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 Meals Ages from 3 months - 4 years...

Care Member says "100/100 highly recommended! My son learns so fast and so well. I love their bond and how she loves my son. I’ll forever appreciate her efforts and her...

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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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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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Peapod Daycare

53 Pearl St Newton, MA

5.0(10)

State license verified

Peapod Daycare is a family child care service provider located in the Newton area serving children from 3 months to school age. We specialize in bilingual care (English and Mandarin).

Liz R. says "My son was under Peapod's care for exactly two years and I simply can't say enough good things about my experience there. On his first day, he was a baby who...

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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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X Y Z Family Child Care

464 Sea St Quincy, MA

5.0(8)

State license verified

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, and EEC lead teachers. Our...

Care Member says "We have had the greatest experience with X Y Z Family Child Care. The care, love, and nurturing environment is everything we were hoping for and still...

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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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Little Apple Daycare

4 Butterfield Rd Saugus, MA

5.0(1)
Little Apple Bilingual Daycare is a family owned, State Licensed childcare serving the needs of families in the Greater Saugus Area. We offer education and care for children, ages from 3 months to 6 years. Business Since: 2014. Total Employees:2-10. Credentials: State licensed, First Aid Training, CPR Training,...

Yu X. says "Congratulations to Yu Hong to move her Little Apple Daycare in Saugus Ma, Wakefield line.My son went to Little Apple Daycare when he was two.He was happy to...

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Creative Children Childcare

Julian Street Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
We are new licensed Home Daycare striving to provide a clean safe fun learning environment for children 2-3.5.We offer meals, hands on learning, art, music, theatre, field trips, lesson plans and reasonable rates . We follow a daily schedule working with each child individually to help prepare them for K1. We do accept Vochuers...

Retresha K. says "Very down to earth provider , cares for children, providing quality home care in a family setting. I'm happy we found her"

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The Learning Zone Belmont inc

279 Belmont St Belmont, MA

State license verified

The Learning Zone ibn Belmont is celebrating its 15 year anniversary in the wonderful town of Belmont. We care for children from 1 month to 6 years of age. We have on line cameras that let families see their children at the center during the days. Our staff will become your second family. We love our children and families and...
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Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

50 Judson Street Malden, MA

State license verified

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 snacks and hot/cold lunch so...
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in East Boston, MA

When looking for a family daycare near you in East Boston, MA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.

When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in East Boston, MA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.

When choosing family daycare near you in East Boston, MA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.

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