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Pre-K Schools in Waltham, MA are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Top Tots Learning Center

I love Top Tots so much. The owners are so generous. The teachers are so caring and knowledgeable. My son has really come out of his shell....

- KRYSTAL A.

Little Sprouts Natick

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

- Alex L.

Global Children School

I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both...

- Marigo S.

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Cadence Academy Preschool Waltham - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

475 WINTER ST WALTHAM, MA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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Little Souls Center

200 5th Ave Waltham, MA

1.0(2)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Little Souls Center located at 200 5th Avenue, Waltham, Massachusetts, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before and after-school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The center is open from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM,...
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Top Tots Learning Center

1560 BEACON ST BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$2400/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 3 more
You can call us a preschool. You can call us a daycare, or a childcare center. Just don’t call us average. TOP TOTS is Brookline’s newest hybrid Learning Center. We offer a continuum of education and childcare for Toddlers, Pre-school and Pre-Kindergarten age students. TOP TOTS Learning Center may be new, but our team is not. We...

KRYSTAL A. says "I love Top Tots so much. The owners are so generous. The teachers are so caring and knowledgeable. My son has really come out of his shell. He has...

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Little Sprouts Natick

11 HURON DR NATICK, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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Global Children School

4A Gill St Woburn, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Montessori
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 2 more
WELCOME to the first Global Children School in Massachusetts! * Quality Early Childhood Education * Full Immersion Approach English, Spanish and Russian * Child-Centered Approach * Project-Based Guided Learning * Intercultural Mindfulness * Global and Sustainable Living Perspective * accepting Massachusetts voucher for child...

Marigo S. says "I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both Russian & Spanish in...

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Youbellor Child Academy

12 BRIGHTON ST BELMONT, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2750/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Back- Up care is available ( Restrictions apply) Youbellor Child Academy of Belmont is a multicultural STEAM, play/academic based school. Staff and children spend their day exploring the world around them in a safe and nurturing way. Our teachers spend time guiding the children, so they know they are valued and heard. Our...

Care Member says "When I was making the decision to bring my Daughter to Youbellor Child Academy in Belmont, MA, I was fraught with many reservations beforehand. It is...

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Global Children's School

4A GILL ST WOBURN, MA

4.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2132/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
A joyful, child-centered, multicultural early education in Woburn, Massachusetts. Infants through Kindergarten. Certified, Experienced teachers are trained in early childhood best practices. Convenient locations Woburn, Natick and Cambridge. Great outdoors. Hot meals Included. * We specialize in Quality Early Childhood...

Mike C. says "We have one kid there for close to a year. The staff is great, and we've worked with Catherine and the school has grown since. Everybody is extremely nice...

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Little Sprouts Natick

11 HURON DR NATICK, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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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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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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-Little Sprouts Watertown

150 COOLIDGE AVE WATERTOWN, MA

5.0(6)

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. Located on a quiet side street near the...

Care Member says "I trust this message finds you well the admin. Together with staff of little sprouts Watertown. We are delighted to have you as our kid’s day...

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Open Arms Christian Preschool

426 Davis Road Bedford, MA

5.0(1)
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Preschool
Open Arms Christian Preschool (OACP) provides a stimulating, Christian learning environment. Each child will be encouraged to develop at a comfortable rate of growth since each child is a unique individual. Our curriculum provides guidance to promote five areas of development which includes: Spiritual, Social, Intellectual,...

Maria S. says "This preschool has truly been a blessing for our son Nicholas. He has spent 2,5 years there and we could not be happier. Principal Donna and all the staff...

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Kingdom Rock Children's Village

10 Winslow Avenue Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are a faith-based Early Childhood Program for Infant through Pre-Kindergarten children, conveniently located in the Davis Square area. We have an amazing program that s centered on Limitless Love and Community. We understand the importance of balance and attending to the needs of the whole child. Our program provides...

Care Member says "This is a really nice local daycare in the heart of Davis Sq! Teachers are loving and caring. We have been really happy there and would highly...

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Beginnings School

210 South Avenue Weston, MA

4.0(11)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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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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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Tiny Tots Daycare

54 Loring Ave 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, 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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Theophany Orthodox Christian School

754 GREENDALE AVE Needham, MA

5.0(1)
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
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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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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Children's Happy Day School

5 Charles Park Road West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Waltham, MA

Pre-k programs in Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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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