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Fairmount Hill Childcare

ill be so happy to work with this family and baby

- Pauline P.

Building Blocks Daycare

Building Blocks Daycare was like a second home for my daughter. She spent a few amazing years there and truly loved it. Mrs. N is a great...

- Care member

AMO ET DOCEO LIBERI CENTER

I absolutely love this center. Over the past eight years, all three of my children have been enrolled here, and my youngest still attends....

- Hannah B.

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Dover Extended Day Care Center

29 Cross St Dover, MA

Child care
Preschool
Kindergarten
Dover Extended Day Care Center offers an after school programs for kindergarten students. They offer wide variety of activities in a warm and safe environment. It is located in Dover, MA and operates Mondays through Fridays from 3:00PM to 6:00PM.
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Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1 Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
Fairmount Hill Child Care is a licensed home daycare and microschool. We offer quality infant and toddler care with excellent ratios - typically 3 adults for 10 children. We offer preschool starting at 18 months, a dynamic, hands-on pre-k program for 4-year-olds, and we follow a secular, literature-based curriculum for grades...

Pauline P. says "ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

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Building Blocks Daycare

47 CONCORD AVE NORWOOD, MA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
From Pre-Crawlers to Pre-K Pros — We Grow Together at Building Blocks Daycare Located in the heart of Norwood, MA, Building Blocks Daycare is a warm, home-based family daycare rooted in love, learning, and community. We specialize in nurturing toddlers and young children in a safe, structured, and joyful environment that...

Care Member says "Building Blocks Daycare was like a second home for my daughter. She spent a few amazing years there and truly loved it. Mrs. N is a great provider, so...

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AMO ET DOCEO LIBERI CENTER

1 GLEN DR EAST WALPOLE, MA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
The Liberi Center has been providing quality daycare in Walpole and its surrounding communities since 1977. With infant, toddler, and preschool rooms, our staff provides for your child in a friendly, nurturing home environment. Our infants have individual on demand schedules. We provide opportunities for gross motor play,...

Hannah B. says "I absolutely love this center. Over the past eight years, all three of my children have been enrolled here, and my youngest still attends. The center was...

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Mal's Pals Daycare

44 Ransom Road Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
I am in the process of obtaining a license for 6 children. I have a certified assistant (my mom!) that will be working with me once I have 4+ children enrolled. We are located in Framingham, and are brand new! We have a big backyard with a nice sandbox, and lots of age appropriate toys for ages, infant-PreK. I have had many...

Gina says "The amount of attention and love my son gets at Mals Pals is the same that his father and I would give him. This is my second child and after being home with...

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Tobin Children's School

71 COTTAGE ST NATICK, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Located near downtown Natick, close to the Commuter Rail, Route 16 and Route 27; the Tobin Children’s School – celebrating over 30 years of excellence – is proud to offer the very best childcare for you and your child. Our program is licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care and one of only two programs in Natick...

Kiera M. says "So happy to have found such a great environment for our little one! Our son always says how much fun he has when he comes home. Clean environment & the...

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Little Sprouts Natick

11 HURON DR NATICK, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We invite you to discover Little Sprouts Natick, a beautiful, joyful school intentionally designed to inspire learning and play. Our modern features and brightly colored spaces create a welcoming environment in which your child will embark upon new adventures and meet new friends. With many classroom options, Little Sprouts...

Alex L. says "We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our...

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Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, LLC

18 PRESCOTT ST HYDE PARK, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$550/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
In-Home daycare
We at Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, (BBEELC) extends a warmest welcome to you and your family. Our goal is for your children to develop and EXCEL into healthy and smart individuals. We acknowledge that no child is the same, so we plan to individualized learning and activities to meet the needs of your child. Your child...

Care Member says "Brown Bear provides excellent quality and care for children and there families. They are setting strong foundation for learning and growing."

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DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC

101 BLUE HILLS PKWY MILTON, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$508/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Discovery Schoolhouse provides a warm, nurturing, supportive, educational, and enjoyable experience for children from 15 months through kindergarten, all year round, all day long. Our toddler and preschool programs run 7:00 in the morning until 6:00 in the evening the entire calendar year, with a variety of scheduling options...

Care Member says "A caring, warm, loving environment! Our son loved his three years at Discovery Schoolhouse and we loved it too. In the toddler room and upstairs with...

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TIR NA NOG CHILDCARE

217 W CENTRAL ST NATICK, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Special needs
Reggio emilia
+ 3 more
Tir Na Nog Childcare is inspired by the enchanting Irish folklore of “The Land of the Young,” a mythical place where happiness, youthfulness, and endless joy thrive. In this magical land, no one ever grows old, and beauty and wonder are boundless. At Tir Na Nog Childcare, we are dedicated to creating a true...

Care Member says "Both if my children started TNN at 3 months in the infant room. My oldest just graduated PreK. As a new Mom is was scary to leave my baby at a daycare...

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Beginnings School

210 South Avenue Weston, MA

4.0(11)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Beginnings School, located in Weston, MA provides exceptional education and a nurturing environment for children 3 months to 5 years old, in addition to the My Clubhouse After School Program and Summer Explorations Program for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. We first opened our doors in 1985, and in 2020 we became...

Kristy W. says "Our family has been at Beginnings School for almost six years, and we have had a fantastic experience there. My younger daughter spent three years in the...

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-Little Sprouts Dedham

280 BRIDGE ST DEDHAM, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Dedham, MA 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...

Alex L. says "We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our...

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Children's Happy Day School

5 Charles Park Road West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
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 and Needham.

Kelsey R. says "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...

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Vovo's Day Care

35 Eaton Rd Framingham, MA

4.0(10)
Vovo's Daycare is a bilingual child home care program with a current capacity of eight children. This ten year old existing program was re-established in 2014 by the current provider who, as a former assistant, decided to take over this family business.Since then, many children have found a home at Vovo's from the time of their...

Stephanie R. says "Meiriele was such an important part of our son's life as a toddler. She never let us down-- we trusted her fully with the care of our boy, and in turn,...

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Little Sprouts Natick

11 HURON DR NATICK, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We invite you to discover Little Sprouts Natick, a beautiful, joyful school intentionally designed to inspire learning and play. Our modern features and brightly colored spaces create a welcoming environment in which your child will embark upon new adventures and meet new friends. With many classroom options, Little Sprouts...

Care Member says "We’ve been sending our little guy to Little Sprouts Natick since he was 5 months old. He’s still in the infant classroom and we have loved it so far....

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Garden Montessori

15 Campbell Road Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
Garden Montessori is a full or part-time affordable Preschool/Kindergarten. Now accepting enrollment from ages 2.9 to age 6. Before Care and Extended Care is also available. A Montessori education is unique. The "Whole Child" approach is the primary goal for each child to reach their potential in all areas of life. I am a...

Kenneth K says "Garden Montessori Schoold is licensed by EEC. Website is gardenmontessorischool.weebly.com check it out!!!!!!"

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Theophany Orthodox Christian School

754 GREENDALE AVE Needham, MA

5.0(1)
Faith based
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Theophany School offers a multi-age learning experience with small class sizes, an engaging curriculum and a loving Christian environment for children in the Greater Boston area. Our current programs include: 3-day and 5-day Preschool class options, and a full-day Kindergarten. The School and its staff are fully licensed by...

Marybeth H. says "My nephew and my two daughters all attended Theophany. It's a true hidden gem with teachers who are not only creative and warm but also educated and...

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Cadence Academy Preschool

545 SOUTH ST STE 100 STE 100 WALPOLE, MA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
About Cadence Academy Preschool in Walpole Cadence Academy Preschool (formerly Luminous Learners) is a preschool and daycare in Walpole, MA. Our staff is well educated and experienced in the child care field. Your littlest loves will fully experience every beautiful, unique day at Luminous Learners. We look forward to hearing...
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Ms. Meredith's NeighborSchool

5 Alwin Street Hyde Park, MA

My program combines the structure and schedule of a typical preschool classroom with the comfort of a home environment. This helps children prepare for a transition into a kindergarten classroom. There is sensory play such as play dough or finger painting, time for pre-academics with letter and math games, read alouds,...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

310 POND ST ASHLAND, MA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Ashland Early Education is now Cadence Academy Preschool! Our mission is to provide the highest quality infant, toddler, preschool and kindergarten programs and proudly serve the community. The four cornerstones of Cadence Academy Preschool are: Inspirational Curriculum Well-Supported Educators Unparalleled Parent...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Dover, MA

Pre-k programs in Dover, MA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Dover, MA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Dover, MA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Dover, MA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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