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Part-Time Daycares in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed part-time daycares

Sarah's Bilingual Family Child Care

Sarah's is great. We sent our son their when he was young. We definitely recommend it.

- Ron P

Clinton Path Preschool

Our family has been with Clinton Path Preschool for the past 6 years and are so grateful for the incredibly loving, nurturing, and...

- Sarinnapha V.

Allie's Tots

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...

- Sarah P.

Part-Time Daycares Near Melrose, MA

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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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Clinton Path Preschool

58 IRVING ST BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Preschool
"Welcome to Clinton Path Preschool, a place where joyful learning thrives through friendship and play in our cooperative community. Our mission is to inspire children, recognizing them as capable individuals who navigate, inquire, create, and explore their world in many ways. Rooted in our inquiry-led and play-based approach, we...

Sarinnapha V. says "Our family has been with Clinton Path Preschool for the past 6 years and are so grateful for the incredibly loving, nurturing, and strong-community...

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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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Panda Bilingual Daycare

30 Cambridgepark Drive Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
Panda Bilingual Daycare is a bilingual Mandarin- English early educational childcare center combining the Montessori educational philosophy with Chinese and American language and culture. Our center's mission is to offer the highest quality care and education for children from three months to kindergarten entry. The Panda...

Mingshu H says "We have a 2.5yrs daughter in Panda Bilingual Daycare since this summer. We have been very satisfied so far. The site is brand new and the facilities are...

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Ethos Learning Center

416 W BROADWAY SOUTH BOSTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
We are open 8am -6pm Mondays through Fridays. At Ethos, we understand parents’ needs and strive to offer total flexibility to support them as best we can. Our goal is to build a diverse and secure learning community for the children in our care. Learning and development is part of life that goes beyond the hours of a...

Kaitlin H. says "I have 2 children there -- they are absolutely TOP NOTCH. You pay for what you get from the director to the teachers. Huge development verbally,...

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Little Sprouts Woburn

4 GILL ST WOBURN, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Convenient to surrounding towns such as...

Care Member says "I love little sprouts not just as the school for my daughter but also as a workplace. I have been working for them for about two years now as an infant...

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Little Llama

384 TRAPELO RD BELMONT, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1980/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Welcome To Little Llama! At Little Llama Child Care, we provide a well-rounded learning experience for your child by focusing on their physical and emotional well-being, fostering their curiosity, and encouraging them to become adventurous and active. We proudly offer a better teacher to child ratio than most schools in the...

Stephanie S. says "My daughter is 2 years and 4 months and has attended since she was 14 months. We are so happy with the experience we had with them and were crying when...

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Let's Learn Together Childcare

11 Water St. Arlington, MA

5.0(2)
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We're a brand new childcare center in Arlington Center offering childcare for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-k. We offer flexible childcare ranging from 1 day to 5 days of care. We believe learning begins through play! Our experienced team of educators has over 20 years of experience with childcare development. We're...

Kasia M says "Mary is a great director and all the teachers are great. I feel so lucky that I was able to get a spot for both of my kids."

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Stepping Stones Family Care

47 Clifton Street Malden, MA

5.0(1)
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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Sprague House Family Child Care

59 Endicott Street Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
Danvers MA home child care provider, licensed, 20 years experience, has openings for children 3 months to 3 years old. Space includes a large outside fenced-in play area, 2 child dedicated bright, inviting playrooms, and nutritious home-cooked hot meals. Pick up your child happy, well rested and well fed! Reopened 8/19/2020....

Jenna says "Both our children have been to Marie( we have been with her for 5yrs now). She is warm, friendly and caring. She does age appropriate activities with the...

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Rock and Roll Daycare

574 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
Academic
Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
Nanny Recruiter is a premium placement agency for full-time and part-time Nannies throughout the Greater Boston area. Our full-time recruiters will work with you to assist in personalizing the selection process of a Nanny. We simplify many of our processes through automatic billing, payroll services, and scheduling apps to allow...

Katie B says "Creative childcare facility. There is a very strong emphasis on music. The teachers take great care of the children, and the office staff respond quickly to...

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Shining Stars Daycare

45 Pembroke St Medford, MA

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 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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THE BILLY DALWIN PRESCHOOL OF TEMPLE EMUNAH

9 PIPER RD LEXINGTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1919/mo
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
The Billy Dalwin Preschool is a creative, warm, and welcoming place for children ages 18 months to five years old. The school offers morning and full day programs for toddlers and preschoolers as well as extended day options. Daily curriculum provides an innovative multi-disciplinary approach to learning, blending engaging...

Care Member says "A warm inclusive school where my child can learn and grow with his friends."

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Musical Chairs Daycare

11 Ellsworth Rd Peabody, MA

3.4(5)
In-Home daycare
Musical Chairs Daycare provides families with quality home daycare in the town of Peabody MA. I am focused on giving every child a sense of extended family and a home away from home where they can use their imaginations and expand their minds through play and planned educational activities in a safe and loving environment. There...

Teresa R. says "Lisa has looked after both my sons for many years since they were babies. They always look forward to seeing to her. She is amazing how she connects with...

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La Creche Daycare

5 CRAWFORD RD BURLINGTON, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 1 more
Thank you for your interest in my family daycare. My name is Meryem and I have two precious kids, one 13-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy. I live in Burlington, MA. I have a safe & comfortable environment & fun learning within my home. You can rest assured that your childcare needs will be met, I am an EEC licensed provider...

Deidrey A. says "Meryem and La Creche Daycare gets a 5 from me. And here is why. My children ( 2 of them) never looked back at drop off. Primarily because of how loving...

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Primrose School of North Shore - Danvers

308 ANDOVER ST DANVERS, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2076/mo
Waldorf
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Please visit our website at www.primrosenorthshore.com. We have limited full time spots available (M-F). Our hours of operation are M-F 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. At this time, we do not accept vouchers. At Primrose Schools, we believe that who children become is as important as what they know. For almost 40 years, our approach to...

Heather A. says "We couldn't imagine a better daycare than Primrose-Danvers. Our daughter has been going to Primrose for a little over a year and we have been amazed with...

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Learning Cottage Preschool

21 Douglas Ave Burlington, 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 through preschoolers. We provide a...

Meenal M. says "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...

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Little Forest Family Day Care

90 Beach St Malden, MA

5.0(3)
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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Montessori Nest

203 Lowell Street Lexington, MA

Dear Parents, Montessori Nest located on Arlington Heights-Lexington border has some part-time and full-time openings for Toddlers and Preschoolers. We have a play based curriculum created by the teachers centered around children's interests and development in addition to our Montessori curriculum. The staff is qualified...
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Little Sprouts Medford

137 MAIN ST MEDFORD, MA

1.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Welcome to Little Sprouts Medford!...
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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Melrose, MA

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Melrose, MA can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Melrose, MA provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Melrose, MA, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Melrose, MA can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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