Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Dover, MA

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Preschools in Dover, MA are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Pine Village Preschool - Needham

Both of my kids have attended Inspire (previously Kids & Co.) starting as infants. The teachers and directors are great and very loving with...

- Lauren C.

Pine Village Preschool - Newton Highlands

Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest....

- Yaheem J.

Little Sprouts Milton

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

- Care member

Top Preschools Near Dover

Precious Beginnings Preschool

15 Centre St Dover, MA

1.0(1)

Child care

Preschool

The Precious Beginnings Preschool provides a preschool and extended care program in Dover, 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 Precious Beginnings...

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Dover Valley Preschool

149A WALPOLE ST DOVER, MA

Preschool

Dover Valley Preschool in 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 Home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 12 children in preschool.

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Dover Nursery School Inc

17 Springdale Ave Dover, MA

Kindergarten

Preschool

Child care

Dover Nursery School Inc in Massachusetts is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 26 children from two years and nine months to five years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.

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Dover Extended Day Care Center

29 Cross St Dover, MA

Kindergarten

Preschool

Child care

Dover Extended Day Care Center offers an after school programs for kindergarten students. They offer wide variety of activities in a warm and safe environment. It is located in Dover, MA and operates Mondays through Fridays from 3:00PM to 6:00PM.

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Dover-Sherborn Child Development Center

4 Springdale Ave Dover, MA

Child care

Preschool

The Dover-Sherborn Child Development Center is an early childhood education provider in Dover that aims to offer quality education through a fun curriculum and in a home-like environment. The center services children between the ages of 2 to 4 years old. The main goal of their lesson plans and activities is to develop each...

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Pine Village Preschool - Needham

65 4TH AVE NEEDHAM, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Day Care

Preschool

Child care

Preschool program offering a modern approach to child development. Spanish immersion program is offered for toddler and preschool children. Program encourages creativity, acceptance, and inclusion. With two large, light-filled preschool rooms for our 3-5 year-olds, this facility also has an open and airy toddler space for busy...

Lauren C. says "Both of my kids have attended Inspire (previously Kids & Co.) starting as infants. The teachers and directors are great and very loving with the kids....

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Pine Village Preschool - Newton Highlands

54 LINCOLN ST NEWTON HLDS, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Day Care

Preschool

Child care

Spanish Immersion preschool program offering a modern approach to child development for toddler and preschool children. Program encourages creativity, acceptance, and inclusion. We are located in the historic Newton Highlands Congregational Church on Lincoln St., in the center of the Village. Our space is large, bright and sunny...

Yaheem J. says "Always teaching and doing fun activities, parents get updates from straight from the teachers and communication with them is the easiest. All around a...

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Little Sprouts Milton

919 BLUE HILL AVE MILTON, MA

4.0(4)

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. Built from the ground up and opened in...

Care Member 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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Little Sprouts Natick

11 HURON DR NATICK, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care

Day Care

Open Houses at Little Sprouts Tuesday, July 14, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Saturday, August 1, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Looking for quality childcare or early education in your area? Join us on Tuesday, July 14, from 4:30–6:30 PM, or Saturday, August 1, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. for an Open House! Tour classrooms, meet our teachers, and...

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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AMO ET DOCEO LIBERI CENTER

1 GLEN DR EAST WALPOLE, MA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Child care

Preschool

The Liberi Center has been providing quality daycare in Walpole and its surrounding communities since 1977. With infant, toddler, and preschool rooms, our staff provides for your child in a friendly, nurturing home environment. Our infants have individual on demand schedules. We provide opportunities for gross motor play,...

Hannah B. says "I absolutely love this center. Over the past eight years, all three of my children have been enrolled here, and my youngest still attends. The center was...

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Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1 Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)

Fairmount Hill Child Care is a licensed home daycare and microschool. We offer quality infant and toddler care with excellent ratios - typically 3 adults for 10 children. We offer preschool starting at 18 months, a dynamic, hands-on pre-k program for 4-year-olds, and we follow a secular, literature-based curriculum for grades...

Pauline P. says "ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

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NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

238 HIGHLAND AVE NEEDHAM, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at: $1770/mo

Montessori

Kindergarten

Preschool

*Currently accepting EEC Childcare Vouchers!* 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,...

Care Member says "Our son has been part of the Needham Montessori community since he was just four months old, when we were fortunate enough to secure one of the first...

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ABC Childcare

171 GOULD ST NEEDHAM, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $1900/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Cooperative

Academic

Outdoor/nature

International

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At ABC childcare, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to promote holistic development, incorporating a blend of structured activities and free play that encourages creativity, curiosity, and social interaction. From sensory exploration to early literacy and numeracy skills, we tailor our approach to suit the individual...

Care Member says "ABC Childcare and Preschool has become a “home away from home” for our daughter. We can focus on work, while our baby is being loved and cared for....

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ERNA AND JULIUS HERTZ NURSERY SCHOOL

125 POND ST SHARON, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $2000/mo

Reggio emilia

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Faith based

Child care

+ 1 more

At Hertz Nursery School, we believe early childhood should be filled with joy, discovery, and meaningful connection. Our highly qualified staff — many of whom are Director Certified — bring deep knowledge, warmth, and professionalism to our classrooms. With longstanding teachers who have been part of our community for many...

Care Member says "As an early childhood educator myself, choosing a preschool for my son was something I took very seriously. Having worked in several centers throughout...

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Tobin Children's School

71 COTTAGE ST NATICK, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Day Care

Preschool

Child care

Located near downtown Natick, close to the Commuter Rail, Route 16 and Route 27; the Tobin Children’s School – celebrating over 30 years of excellence – is proud to offer the very best childcare for you and your child. Our program is licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care and one of only two programs in Natick...

Lauren C. says "Both of my kids have attended Inspire (previously Kids & Co.) starting as infants. The teachers and directors are great and very loving with the kids....

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Wonderwhiz Academy

53 Cochituate Rd WAYLAND, MA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Reggio emilia

Child care

Preschool

Welcome to WonderWhiz Academy, where we ignite the wonders within your children! At WonderWhiz, we are dedicated to nurturing curious, bilingual, musical, and resilient children. Our team of licensed happy and consistent teachers are committed to creating a loving, fun, language-rich, and stimulating environment that encourages...

Olga M. says "We've been with the Wonder Whiz Academy for over two years and always had a great experience with them. We particularly appreciate high professionalism and...

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DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC

101 BLUE HILLS PKWY MILTON, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at: $508/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Child care

Kindergarten

Preschool

+ 1 more

Discovery Schoolhouse provides a warm, nurturing, supportive, educational, and enjoyable experience for children from 15 months through kindergarten, all year round, all day long. Our toddler and preschool programs run 7:00 in the morning until 6:00 in the evening the entire calendar year, with a variety of scheduling options...

Care Member says "A caring, warm, loving environment! Our son loved his three years at Discovery Schoolhouse and we loved it too. In the toddler room and upstairs with...

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Mariposa Child-Care Center

15 MYRTLE ST DEDHAM, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $692/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Child care

Kindergarten

Preschool

+ 1 more

Mariposa Child Care Center is a Spanish immersion program. We are a family owned-run-oriented program. Give your child the opportunity of becoming bilingual and enhance his/her possibilities for the future. By learning a second language your child's possibilities are endless.

Miriam P. says "Mariposa is so wonderful. Tío José and Tía have cultivated such a warm and welcoming community where our two children have thrived. The teachers are...

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Kiddie Academy of Framingham

1292 Worcester Rd Framingham, MA

3.0(2)

Child care

Preschool

From the time your child wakes up until the time he or she goes to sleep at night, there are countless opportunities for learning and growing. Our caring, observant, responsive educators stay constantly involved in every aspect of your child's day, so they can help facilitate "teachable moments." Kiddie Academy's...

Andrea L. says "My child (22 months) has been going to KA for a few months now and I'm always pleasantly surprised when she comes out with a new word or song. Her...

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Temple Beth David Shalom Corner Early Learning Center

7 CLAPBOARDTREE ST WESTWOOD, MA

5.0(8)

State license verified

starting at: $2740/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Shalom Corner is a play-based Early Learning Center for children ages 2-5. We focus on the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of the children in our beautiful setting at Temple Beth David in Westwood, MA. While we are located in a Temple and focus on Jewish values, we also work to build understanding and...

Care Member says "Shalom Corner is a wonderful community. The faculty and staff are supportive of the students and their families learning and overall well-being. I have...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dover, MA

In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Dover, MA?

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

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Dover, MA?

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

How can I find a preschool near me in Dover, MA?

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

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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Dover, MA

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Dover, MA

Pine Village Preschool - Needham

Pine Village Preschool - Newton Highlands

Little Sprouts Milton

Top Preschools Near Dover

Precious Beginnings Preschool

Dover Valley Preschool

Dover Nursery School Inc

Dover Extended Day Care Center

Dover-Sherborn Child Development Center

Pine Village Preschool - Needham

Pine Village Preschool - Newton Highlands

Little Sprouts Milton

Little Sprouts Natick

AMO ET DOCEO LIBERI CENTER

Fairmount Hill Childcare

NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

ABC Childcare

ERNA AND JULIUS HERTZ NURSERY SCHOOL

Tobin Children's School

Wonderwhiz Academy

DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC

Mariposa Child-Care Center

Kiddie Academy of Framingham

Temple Beth David Shalom Corner Early Learning Center

How it works

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dover, MA

In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Dover, MA?

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Dover, MA?

How can I find a preschool near me in Dover, MA?

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