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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Dorchester, MA

We have 60 preschools in Dorchester, MA! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2 Dorchester, MA

< 1 mi

Kidzkollege Early Education and Preschool is, licensed has a Non traditional hour by the department of early childcare education. We served infants, toddlers, before and after school program and weekend care is available. We are family oriented. Guaranteed the safety of each child in our care. Flexibility of receiving your child earlier. No penalty for 30 minutes late pick up Flexible schedule to accommodate parents needs.
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Cynthia's Family Childcare

22 Hannon Street Dorchester, MA

2 mi

I offer split and full week slots. I am a Licensed Early Childhood Educator. My staff and I are CPR and First Aid Certified. We are located in Dorchester and accessible to the MBTA, Bus Routes, Commuter Rail and Expressway. We follow the Boston Public School schedule September through June and offer summer care. For more detailed information regarding the BPS schedule or to schedule a tour and interview contact Cynthia at 857-284-2269. We are open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Bright Little Wonders Family Childcare

43 ATHELWOLD ST APT 1 DORCHESTER, MA

5.0(1)

1 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
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Bright Little Wonders Large Family Child Care (BLW) has been EEC licensed since 1992. We provide toddlers through preschoolers an accredited learning environment and growing support for their early years of life. We strive to prepare children for grade school. We welcome diverse cultures from all communities and focus on activities for children to learn about different family lives and customs. BLWs curriculum is based on children’s observations and assessments using “Teaching Strategies” and Massachusetts Educational Standards. Our home-like loving atmosphere in Boston instills confidence and competence to each child of varying ages. Welcome!! From our staff and fellow BLW parents and children.

Care Member says "I absolutely love love love this Daycare. Ms. Gayle and her team are wonderful. They are the second home, from home for my baby. She has learned so much...

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Home Away From Home Preschool Child Care

66 Pierce Ave Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)

2 mi

Preschool

Mary says "My son has attended Home Away From Home for 2 years (since he was 2) and loves it. He has made some great friends whom he sees outside of school, and more...

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Ms. Cynthia's NeighborSchool

22 Hannon Street Dorchester, MA

2 mi

We have been providing a safe and nurturing environment for children since 2008. Parents' minds are at ease when they go to work or school, knowing that their child is cared for in all aspects of their developmental needs. We are a curriculum-based program. Because of my background in public and private schools, I've been able to work with teachers to learn what they need children to be prepared for when they enter school. Using this information, we mimic how a preschool classroom is. We have a structured schedule, with circle time, teaching them how to sit and share, and more, similar to a school setting but with age-appropriate learning. We have recess, art, music, and every day we do something educational, from math, reading, science, and more. We also do ongoing assessments and share this information with parents so we can work together in supporting their child's needs where they need assistance, while helping them master what they already know. We focus on supporting children's 5 important developmental domains such as Cognitive, Social/Emotional, Gross Motor, Fine Motor, and Language/Communication. We also value encouraging participation whenever possible, so even if we have a newborn - if the child is awake then we have them sit with us during activities like circle time. While they can't be verbal, they can still absorb the atmosphere and be hearing, seeing, and learning. We believe less is more, so we have a larger adult to children ratio than other child care programs. This maintains a calm and controlled environment when we don't exceed the number of children per adult ratio, and allows for individualized attention, which is essential. We love having kids of all ages, races, and genders because while we can focus on them as individuals, they also have the opportunity to grow up in a diverse setting. What is NeighborSchools? NeighborSchools helps experienced caregivers launch and operate licensed home daycares in Massachusetts. With better ratios and experienced caretakers, home daycare allows for more individualized attention for infants and toddlers. As a parent, you get a trusted partner for the long-term care of your child, right in your neighborhood, at a price you can afford.
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Yawkey Childcare Center

185 Columbia Rd Dorchester, MA

< 1 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Yawkey Childcare center has been providing high quality and multicultural child center care for since 1982. We provide outdoor enriched activities with our very own playground. We have indoor gym or play space! We provide nutritious breakfast, lunch and snacks. We communicate with parents through daily sheets, app and telephone calls. We provide programming based on creative curriculum and teaching strategies. Parents will receive progress notes and goals for their infant, toddler and preschool age. All lesson are child-centered and developmentally appropriate
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Ms. Retresha's NeighborSchool

44 Julian Street Dorchester, MA

1 mi

I was excited to start my own family child care program in 2018 to be able to bring something new to the care options for parents. I am proud that my program is unique in that we embrace bringing creative arts to the young children, such as art, music, and theater. Our program believes Integrated learning is much more than just exposure to different forms of art while at school. Arts is an approach to teaching and learning in which students construct and demonstrate understanding through an art form. We use various forms of art (drama, music, storytelling, puppets, visual arts, and creative movement) as primary pathways to learning. We work with each child to foster their developmental skills in each area by implementing a creative curriculum to do lesson plans, etc. The children go on field trips to the library, children's museum, zoo, Aquarium, Puppet museum, and indoor play area seasonally. While we follow a creative arts curriculum, we do change activities often throughout the day and have the typical circle time, we build with blocks, the kids learn science, and more. In terms of schedule, we are structured as a preschool might operate, but the kids get so much more with creative arts and a home setting in the mix. What is NeighborSchools? NeighborSchools helps experienced caregivers launch and operate licensed home daycares in Massachusetts. With better ratios and experienced caretakers, home daycare allows for more individualized attention for infants and toddlers. As a parent, you get a trusted partner for the long-term care of your child, right in your neighborhood, at a price you can afford.
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Ms. Cindy's NeighborSchool

385 Park Street Dorchester, MA

2 mi

My goal always is and has been to make sure children leave my program equipped with all the skills they need for life and to be ready to enter a bigger classroom. I strive towards this goal by focusing on each child specifically. In my home, the kids have a safe place to be, something to eat, all of their needs met, plus all of the fun learning tools to have them ready for school and life. Family engagement is also very important to me. I love when parents come visit the program, whether they're coming to read or they have a special skill they can share with us. Overall, I want the child to get a holistic approach, so it's critical that what I'm doing in my program and what parents do at home support one another. One of my favorite activities that we do is a zoo day. Every summer, parents and children and I have lunch in the park, visit the zoo, and make a fun day out of it. At the end of the school year, we also will have parents come and enjoy some of my cooking. I try to do as much as I can to ease parents' minds and give them some fun too. What is NeighborSchools? NeighborSchools helps experienced caregivers launch and operate licensed home daycares in Massachusetts. With better ratios and experienced caretakers, home daycare allows for more individualized attention for infants and toddlers. As a parent, you get a trusted partner for the long-term care of your child, right in your neighborhood, at a price you can afford.
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Arcadia Learning Academy - 1

37 EVANS ST DORCHESTER, MA

2 mi

Arcadia Learning Academy is staffed with Child Care Specialists. With us, your child comes first! For more than 10 years, Arcadia Learning Academy has provided child care services to families in the Dorchester, MA area. We help families create a worthwhile childhood for their youngest members by facilitating day care, activities, learning and developmental programs. Every parent will be at ease with their child under the care of Arcadia Learning Academy. Our environment is safe and secure for your child. We foster the intellectual, emotional and active development of each child. Our facility is staffed and well equipped to care for children of various ages including toddlers and preschool children. If you are a resident of Dorchester, MA, Arcadia Learning Academy will be an ideal place for your child. Contact us to learn more about our child care services. It will be our pleasure to provide an environment where your child can learn, be active and grow. You can also enroll your child via our online form. Enroll now!
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CRISPUS ATTUCKS CHILDREN'S CENTER

105 CRAWFORD ST DORCHESTER, MA

1 mi

Preschool
Child care
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Cribs and Cradles Family Day Care

34 Bloomfield Street Dorchester, MA

2 mi

A place where young children come to learn, grow and develop. At Cribs & Cradles, we offer a range of programs for a variety of ages - infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Our extended care program offers parents with school age children the opportunity for after school care. At Cribs & Cradles we know that selecting a day care or a pre-school provider can be an overwhelming task. It will be one of the most important decisions you will ever make, because the early years of child care is critical to the long-term development of your child.
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Au Co Preschool / Viet Aid After School Programs

42 CHARLES ST DORCHESTER, MA

2 mi

Preschool
The Viet Aid After School Programs is a childcare and education provider that serves the community of Dorchester, Massachusetts. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides developmentally appropriate learning programs for children. The program strengthens children's educational foundation to make sure that they will be productive members of the society.
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Step By Step Family Daycare

17 Robin Hood St Dorchester, MA

1 mi

Child care
Step By Step Family Daycare is an educational child care provider in Dorchester, Massachusetts that serves toddlers, preschool and school-age children. This home-based daycare provides a loving and comfortable setting for children where they can play and learn. Step By Step Family Daycare can serve a maximum of eight children at many given time.
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Catch Roxbury Weston Programs

108 Seaver St Dorchester, MA

< 1 mi

Child care
Roxbury Weston Programs offer preschool and after-school programs that serve children ages 2.5 through sixth grade students. The center's staff work with parents in nurturing the development of physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth. The center's CATCH program, or Children Achieving Through Community Hope, provides meaningful activities for children that will enhance their skills and develop new ones.
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A Childs View Preschool

56 Pleasant St Dorchester, MA

1 mi

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
A Childs View Preschool located in Dorchester, MA is a licensed child care center. They offer full-time child care service from ages 3 months to 7 years old children. They provide age appropriate programs that will enhance the development of your child’s mental, physical, social and emotional growth. It is open Monday thru Friday from 7:a.m. to 5:30p.m.
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The Joy of Learning Montessori School

533 Washington St Dorchester, MA

2 mi

Preschool
The Joy of Learning Montessori School provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities in order to develop their social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Joy of Learning Montessori School is open Mondays to Fridays from seven AM to six PM.
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YMCA of Greater Boston at the Winthrop Elementary School

35 BROOKFORD ST DORCHESTER, MA

1 mi

Preschool
Child care
YMCA of Greater Boston at the Winthrop Elementary School is a state-licensed daycare center that offers early education and care services designed for infants to pre-kindergarten kids. The facility aims to provide children with a nurturing education experience that supports their growth and development. YMCA of Greater Boston at the Winthrop Elementary School can accommodate a total of 75 part-time and full-time students.
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Basics Tutorial - Mather School

1 PARISH ST DORCHESTER, MA

2 mi

Child care
Basics Tutorial - Mather School offers after-school enrichment and summer programs designed for kindergarten and elementary students. The company is fully licensed to admit and handle a total of 130 children. Basics Tutorial - Mather School operates Mondays through Fridays and is open from 3:30 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
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Small Wonders Nursery School

105 VICTORY RD DORCHESTER, MA

2 mi

Preschool
Small Wonders Nursery School was established in 2001 to provide a safe, nurturing and educationally stimulating place where children can explore, discover, learn, and play with friends. It is an educational childcare facility that offers exciting activities and learning opportunities that will help children develop physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually. Its hours are Mondays through Fridays 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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La Cris Family Daycare

72 Draper St Dorchester, MA

2 mi

In-Home daycare
Child care
Established in 2008, La Cris Family Daycare provides a warm and loving home for the children to play and learn at their own pace. They provide an enriching daycare experience that will prepare the child for preschool.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dorchester, MA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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