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Home Away From Home Preschool Child Care

66 Pierce Ave Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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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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...
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Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2 Dorchester, MA

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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...
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Yawkey Childcare Center

185 Columbia Rd Dorchester, MA

State license verified

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...
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Ms. Retresha's NeighborSchool

44 Julian Street Dorchester, MA

State license verified

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...
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Ms. Cindy's NeighborSchool

385 Park Street Dorchester, MA

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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...
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Ms. Cynthia's NeighborSchool

22 Hannon Street Dorchester, MA

State license verified

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...
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Alexander Kidz Day Care

8 Pasadena Rd Dorchester, MA

Child care
The Alexander Kidz Day Care provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They provide a secure environment where the children's holistic growth is encouraged through play-based and child-centered activities. The Alexander Kidz Day Care accommodates drop-ins and...
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Catch Roxbury Weston Programs

108 Seaver St Dorchester, MA

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...
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Vernice Johnson

95 Hutchings St Dorchester, MA

Vernice Johnson runs a registered family child care which offers childcare for pre-K children and a before- and after-school care program for school-aged children in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They provide a secure environment where the children are nurtured to grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. Vernice...
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Sherea Family Daycare

28 Packard Ave Dorchester, MA

Child care
The Sherea Family Daycare provides a preschool and extended childcare program in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Sherea Family Daycare...
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ASPIRE After School Program in DORCHESTER, MA offers individualized attention and develops positive self-concepts to the kids. They supply the children with state-licensed tools that they need to succeed in life and learning. They provide a developmentally appropriate education and care that features various play-based...
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Mercedes' Family Day Care

128 Westview St Dorchester, MA

Mercedes' Family Day Care provides a preschool program in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Mercedes' Family Day Care is open Mondays to...
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Holland Community Center

85 OLNEY ST DORCHESTER, MA

Child care
Holland Community Center in Dorchester, Massachusetts seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 60 children in preschool.
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A Childs View Preschool

56 Pleasant St Dorchester, MA

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...
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Small Wonders Nursery School

105 VICTORY RD DORCHESTER, MA

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,...
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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...
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Basics Tutorial - Mather School

1 PARISH ST DORCHESTER, MA

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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La Cris Family Daycare

72 Draper St Dorchester, MA

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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Laura Williams

96 Capen St Dorchester, MA

In-Home daycare
Laura Williams located in Dorchester Massachusetts is a family childcare provider that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It provides full-time, part-time, before and after school programs for the children in the community. The family center has a capacity of 8 children at the maximum.
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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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