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AYER KIDDIE DEPOT
5.0
Best thing I ever did was send my son here. No question. Staff so loving and fun! Thanks AKD!
- Sheryl B.
A Little Step At A Time
5.0
Our family had a wonderful experience with Miss Yong! Her daycare is very clean, and she is very caring with the children. She does wonderful activities with the kids and spends tons of time with them playing outside and going for walks to get fresh air. Her home is in a great location, close to...
- Jaimie K.
Nashoba Montessori School, Inc.
5.0
I can not recommend Nashoba Montessori School enough!
My little one has attended NMS since she was 3, this will be her 4th and sadly her final year.
The teachers are amazing and so supportive in every way helping my child along the way to reach her full potential.
Nashoba Montessori is a...
- Olivia W.
Oak Meadow School
5.0
We have four children, one in nearly every program level from Children's House to Middle School at Oak Meadow. We could not love this school, the staff, or the wonderfully diverse families more if we wanted to. Since I cannot keep my children with me forever and always, Oak Meadow is the next best...
- Hilary M
Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare
5.0
We enthusiastically recommend Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare! Our children have been with Karen since they were very young, my son since 18 months and daughter since 4 months. It's really hard to find a good place you feel safe bringing your children to, that feels like family. Karen provides an...
- Lindsay R.
Preschools in Ayer, MA
AYER KIDDIE DEPOT
33 Shirley St, Ayer, MA
5.0
(1)
AYER KIDDIE DEPOT located in Ayer, MA is accredited by the National Association of the Education of Young Children. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts ages from 6 weeks to 12...
5.0
"Best thing I ever did was send my son here. No question. Staff so loving and fun! Thanks AKD!"
Sheryl B.
Ayer Community School
21 Washington St, Ayer, MA
Ayer Community School located in Ayer, MA has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Preschool, Pre Kindergarten, Part time and Full time Child Care, Before and After School Care for...
A Little Step At A Time
54 Woodland Dr, Lunenburg, MA
5.0
(4)
Hello,
My name is Yong, I am a family childcare provider in Lunenburg, MA. I had worked in the early childhood education field for about 16 years. I am licensed for six children from the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). I can accommodate children from infants to elementary school age...
5.0
"Wonderful day care and location! Ms. Yong's daycare is clean, well organized and engaging. My 2 year old was able to attend part-time and enjoyed it quite a bit. I love the crafts and activities and the fact that the children have outdoor play each day. Ms. Yong is...
Afiya L.
Nashoba Montessori School, Inc.
725 Main St., Lancaster, MA
5.0
(2)
Offering Toddler,Preschool, Kindergarten & First Grade Prep.,(ages 24 months-7years) programs based on individualized curriculum promoting independence.
Peace Education, Math, Language, Science/Nature, Cultural Studies, Music & the Arts are integrated into hands-on learning materials.
STEM...
5.0
"I continue to highly recommend this school. It is an amazing environment with highly qualified, nurturing staff. Your children will LOVE going to school!"
Donna B.
Oak Meadow School
2 Old Pickard Lane, Littleton, MA
3.0
(2)
Oak Meadow School is an independent Montessori school, serving children from 15 months through grade 8. Rooted in the child-centered Montessori philosophy, Oak Meadow fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural awareness while nurturing children s spirits. A diverse community of...
5.0
"We have four children, one in nearly every program level from Children's House to Middle School at Oak Meadow. We could not love this school, the staff, or the wonderfully diverse families more if we wanted to. Since I cannot keep my children with me forever and...
Hilary M
Together Family Child Care
15 Alyssa Dr, Townsend, MA
Preschool or ages 2-5, full or part time; EEC licensed
Applewild Preschool at Devens
27 JACKSON ROAD, Devens, MA
Applewild Preschool provides our youngest learners with a smart start. Here, we view children as powerful, capable and resourceful learners. Our year-round program is rooted in child-centered activities. Our curriculum builds upon the natural curiosities of our students and encourages hands-on...
Perkins Child Development Center
25 Creamery Rd., Lancaster, MA
The Perkins Child Development Center provides an enriched and engaging environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that encourages their imagination, challenges their thinking skills and enhances their social and language development. Our curriculum is based on the understanding of...
Next Generation Children's Centers*
9 Powers Road, WESTFORD, MA
Next Generation Children’s Center (NGCC) Westford, which opened its doors in 1996, was the second of ten NGCC private preschools opened across Massachusetts. The family of preschool learning centers was established after the founder was unable to find suitable childcare for her first...
Lunenburg Learn And Play Home Daycare
446 Reservoir Rd, Lunenburg, MA
I am an experienced preschool teacher, nanny, and mother with a licensed home daycare in Lunenburg. I've developed a curriculum filled with innovative ways to teach developmentally appropriate activities using play-based learning philosophies. As a former preschool teacher l run my daycare with a...
Acorn Child Care Center
439 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA
The Children's Center at Groton
20 Joy Ln, Groton, MA
At the Children's Center at Groton, we view children as competent learners who come to us with ideas and theories. It is our role as educators to facilitate learning along with them through provocations, listening, documenting and asking open-ended questions.
We believe that our environments are...
Infant Toddler Childrens Center
149 Central ST, Acton, MA
ITC is a learning community where children from infants to school-age come together with experienced and responsive teachers to learn about themselves, each other, and the world. Focused on play-based learning, we know that children thrive when we respond to their pursuits and ideas, meet their...
Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare
40 Russells Way, Westford, MA
5.0
(8)
At Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare, we are dedicated to creating a happy and stimulating environment that offers love, acceptance, and a place where every child feels safe and secure. Here, the safety, needs, and happiness of all children is our top priority. With over fifteen years of experience in...
5.0
"It is my pleasure to highly recommend Karen Peterson at Bouncing Bunnies Daycare as a childcare provider. My daughter has been attending Bouncing Bunnies for over two years now and I have been amazed by how she has developed socially, emotionally, and academically...
Hillary B.
Steppingstones School
23 Gleasondale Rd, Stow, MA
5.0
(1)
The Steppingstones School provides preschool programs for pre-K and kindergarten-aged children in Stow, Massachusetts. They provide a secure environment where the children's holistic growth is encouraged through play-based and child-centered activities. The children are grouped together in age- or...
5.0
"quality and passionate staff and program. They've taught several children in my family over the years!"
Katie A.
Groton Community School
110 BOSTON RD, Groton, MA
5.0
(7)
Groton Community School is a nationally accredited, non-profit early childhood center. We are committed to interacting with each child as a unique individual and dedicated to giving each child and his/her family the most positive first school experience. We strive to be a community school in...
5.0
"My youngest child now attends Groton Community School - and just LOVES it! He is a 3-1/2 yr old little speedster that they handle SO well! His big sister attended for three years before him. The administrators, teachers, curriculum and sense of community cannot be...
Emily C.
Village Common Children's Center
5 Brookline St, Townsend, MA
4.0
(1)
The Village Common Children's Center provides a preschool and extended care program in Townsend, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical...
4.0
"Just note that the school age is limited, they may not have room for half days or no school days. The infant toddler program is great as well as the preschool program."
Katrina P.
The Bonjour School
742 Massachusetts Ave, Lunenburg, MA
The Bonjour School in LUNENBURG, MA commits to the families in offering full-time developmentally appropriate education and care. They cultivate the preschool kids' cognitive, social, physical, emotional, educational, and linguistic development. They provide state-licensed and holistic programs to...
Learn & Play Preschool
245 Main St, Acton, MA
Learn and Play Preschool located in Acton, Massachusetts, offers standard childcare and learning services. The school offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, preschool, and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs. The school is open from seven AM to six-thirty...
Westford Children's Learning Center - Springboard School
508 GROTON RD, WESTFORD, MA
Westford Children's Learning Center - Springboard School offers early childhood programs designed for infants up to kindergarten children. They admit and handle kids who are aged six weeks old through five years old. Westford Children's Learning Center - Springboard School also offers before and...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Ayer, MA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Ayer, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Ayer, MA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Ayer, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Ayer, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Ayer, MA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Ayer, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Ayer, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Ayer, MA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Ayer, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.