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Recent preschool reviews in Dorchester Center, MA

Boston Outdoor Preschool Network

5.0

BOPN is an amazing school with teachers and staff that really care about our children. My daughter has learned to be more social, confident, and has developed a loving relationship with nature! I would recommend for anyone looking for an enriching opportunity that you just can’t get in a physical...

- Care member

Rainbow Family Child Care

4.0

This is such a good and safe place for any child I trust yissel because she's so lovely and very patient with the kids and the way she play with them is just awesome I personally recommend to anybody.

- Mary T.

Peapod Daycare

5.0

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 couldn't walk or talk yet, now he's a thriving, active little boy who can talk your ear off. So whether you're considering Peapod for your...

- Liz R.

Theophany Orthodox Christian School

5.0

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 more importantly-wise!

- Marybeth H.

Spanish Immersion Montessori School

5.0

We absolutely love SIMS! Both our girls attend and their Spanish is impecable, they’re well mannered and compassionate. They’ve learned to respect others and have gained many skills that promote independence. The teachers and director are super warm and welcoming. We feel the love given to our girls...

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Preschools in Dorchester Center, MA

Dymond Minds Before & After School Care

Dymond Minds Before & After School Care

40 Bourneside St, Dorchester Center, MA

With a Master Degree in Early Education and care, My goal is to provide children from three months to age 6 with experiences and activities of learning that will enrich them in all levels of development. We use research based curricula for our child centered activities and believe that children...

Excel Children's Services is committed to providing a safe and nurturing educational environment designed to instill self-confidence and a life-long desire for learning. Excel's curriculum, is designed to meet the needs of the whole child. We recognize that the cognitive, emotional, social and...

Little Leader Prep School

242 Woodrow Ave, Dorchester Center, MA

Little Leader Prep School is a childcare center located in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts that offers their services to children ages 2 months to 4 years old. The company provides age and developmentally appropriate programs geared towards infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Little Leader Prep...

Ashmont Nursery School Inc

1 Ashmont St, Dorchester Center, MA

Ashmont Nursery School is a play-based, parent-led cooperative preschool for children aged 22 months to 5 years. It is located near Codman Square and accessible by T (Ashmont Station). Facilities include a spacious indoor play area with a wide variety of materials and a fully equipped outdoor play...

Above & Beyond SACC Program @ Brookview House Inc.

2 Brookview ST, Dorchester Center, MA

Brookview provides women and children experiencing homelessness with a safe place to live and programs to build self-esteem. These families practice the skills necessary to thrive as active and integral members of their community and, by so doing, improves the community for all of us. Brookview has...

Reyita's Family Child Care

19 Shandon Rd, Dorchester Center, MA

Welcome to Reyita's Family Child Care, I am Reyita, I am a Certified Teacher and Certified Lead Teacher for children ages Infants through Preschool by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education, which also granted me the Child Care License. in my home. I also have more than 9 years of...

Rockwood Early Educational Academy

995 Blue Hill Ave, Dorchester Center, MA

Rockwood Early Educational Academy, located in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts, is a non-profit, state-licensed early childhood center that offers educational day care programs for toddlers and preschoolers. The company admits children between the ages of 15 months to 6 years old and provides them...

Kids First Daycare and Learning Center Inc

1190 Adams St, Dorchester Center, MA

Kids First Daycare and Learning Center Inc welcomes you and your child to their facility at 1190 Adams Street, Boston where they provide a soothing and decent setting that caters to the specific needs of your family. Their center is dedicated to foster individuality and cultural identity and takes...

Boston Outdoor Preschool Network

Boston Outdoor Preschool Network

4006 Washington Street, Boston, MA

5.0

(3)

We are an inspired team of teachers with experience in public, private, and Montessori schools, who are thrilled to give your child the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive outdoors! Our programs spark curiosity, discovery, and a strong connection with nature. We offer the following...
5.0
"BOPN is an amazing school with teachers and staff that really care about our children. My daughter has learned to be more social, confident, and has developed a loving relationship with nature! I would recommend for anyone looking for an enriching opportunity that...

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Rainbow Family Child Care

Rainbow Family Child Care

2 Jean Circle, Randolph, MA

4.8

(4)

Rainbow Family Child Care in Randolph Mass, is a unique place for your infant, toddler and preschooler to learn and grow. Clean safe environment and great caring atmosphere are some of the qualities that your child will experience at Rainbow Family Child Care.
4.0
"This is such a good and safe place for any child I trust yissel because she's so lovely and very patient with the kids and the way she play with them is just awesome I personally recommend to anybody."

Mary T.


Peapod Daycare

Peapod Daycare

53 Pearl St, Newton, MA

5.0

(10)

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).
5.0
"My 2 year old daughter has been attending Peapod since she was 9 months old (September 2020). As a first time mom with a lot of anxiety over finding the best care providers plus covid safety concerns, we were lucky to find Peapod. I will forever be grateful for the...

Maria S.


Theophany Orthodox Christian School

Theophany Orthodox Christian School

754 GREENDALE AVE, Needham, MA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"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 more importantly-wise!"

Marybeth H.


Spanish Immersion Montessori School

Spanish Immersion Montessori School

75 VERNON ST, NEWTON, MA

5.0

(1)

Spanish Immersion Montessori offers a total language immersion and multicultural Montessori education in a stimulating, nurturing environment for children ages 15 months-5 years. Our educational programs do much more than teach your child; they instill confidence, independent thought and a-long love...
5.0
"We are so pleased with SIMS. Our son has been attending SIMS since he was 18 months and we have been so happy with the care and instruction he is getting there. First and foremost, the teachers and staff are so loving. They treat our baby as their own. I have no...

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SELA: The International Private School - Hingham

SELA: The International Private School - Hingham

75 Sgt William B Terry Drive, HINGHAM, MA

Open Enrollment - Jan 8, 2024 - School Registration and Summer 2024 - Sela Private School excels in language and academics since 2004, with campuses in Hingham and Norwell. Offering global education in Southeastern Massachusetts, our Early Global Education spans from 3 months to 5 years (Daycare,...

WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL

WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL

80 CRESCENT AVE, NEWTON, MA

Starting at $2625/mo

Wellan Montessori School (formerly Newton Montessori School) is an independent, coeducational school for students age 15 months – Grade 8, located in Newton Centre, MA. At Wellan, educators harness the power of each child’s intrinsic motivation; all students are known, cherished, and given the...

Global Children School of Cambridge

Global Children School of Cambridge

17 Sellers St, CAMBRIDGE, MA

Starting at $600/mo

Global Children School is inviting families with children from 1 year 3 months to 6 years old to join our community. With our team of experienced teachers, expansive classrooms, and tailored approach, we are dedicated to preparing children for their future endeavors. We are delighted to offer your...

NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

238 HIGHLAND AVE, NEEDHAM, MA

Starting at $2044/mo

Needham Montessori School continues a rich tradition of providing a higher standard for early childhood education through the Montessori Method. We are an American Montessori Society (AMS) Full Member School for children from 4 weeks to 12 years. Our school promotes peace, independence,...

Stony Brook School

Stony Brook School

284 Amory Street, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA

Stony Brook School follows an emergent, play-based curriculum for preschool aged children and is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Located within the Jamaica Plain Brewery Complex, we offer a convenient, T-accessible location, with 3,4, or 5 day enrollment options for parents needing full or...

Newton School for Children

Newton School for Children

25 Lenglen Rd #2, NEWTON, MA

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...

Pine Village Preschool, Brighton

Pine Village Preschool, Brighton

402 Western Avenue, BRIGHTON, MA

Starting at $2430/mo

Pine Village Preschool is a highly respected Spanish Immersion School for Toddlers and Preschoolers with 10 locations in the Greater Boston area. We enroll students as young as 15 months old and children can enroll in our programs at any time during the year. We offer part-time 2, 3, 4 days a week...

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