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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

Panda Cub Academy

We enrolled our child at Panda Cub Academy when she was almost 3 years old. Prior to that, she was enrolled at another local daycare where...

- Tim C.

Newton Childcare Academy

I have been nothing but happy with the quality of care we receive at Newton Childcare Academy. My kids are looking forward to come here...

- Alicia B.

Children's Happy Day School

We've been fortunate to send our sons to Children's Happy Day, and I can't say enough good things about the school. The teachers and staff...

- Kelsey R.

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Panda Cub Academy

1200 BOYLSTON ST CHESTNUT HILL, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2695/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Panda Cub Academy offers children 6 months to 6 years old a progressive Montessori based curriculum while immersing them in Chinese language and culture. All classes are led by our native Mandarin speaking teachers who are also proficient in English, state certified, and experienced in early childhood education Our mission...

Tim C. says "We enrolled our child at Panda Cub Academy when she was almost 3 years old. Prior to that, she was enrolled at another local daycare where she had a...

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Newton Childcare Academy

145 Wells Ave Newton, MA

5.0(4)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more

Alicia B. says "I have been nothing but happy with the quality of care we receive at Newton Childcare Academy. My kids are looking forward to come here every morning!"

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Children's Happy Day School

5 Charles Park Road West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Children's Happy Day School is a fully accredited NAEYC preschool, kindergarten and child care center with programs for children ages 2.0 to 6 years old. Located off the VFW Parkway in West Roxbury, we enroll children from Boston and the neighboring communities of Newton, Brookline, Dedham, Westwood and Needham.

Kelsey R. says "We've been fortunate to send our sons to Children's Happy Day, and I can't say enough good things about the school. The teachers and staff are so caring...

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The Partridge House Family Daycare

6 Winthrop Street Medway, MA

5.0(3)
The Partridge House Family Daycare is MA licensed and certified by Early Education and Care. I am CPR and First Aid certified. The daycare is located in my home at 6 Winthrop Street, Medway MA near Choate Park. I have over a decade of experience watching children and am a mother myself. I consider myself loving, attentive,...

Maile N. says "Sarah cared for our daughter and was also the nanny for our daughter's best friend and his younger sister. She was responsible, professional, and punctual...

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Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, LLC

18 PRESCOTT ST HYDE PARK, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$550/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
We at Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, (BBEELC) extends a warmest welcome to you and your family. Our goal is for your children to develop and EXCEL into healthy and smart individuals. We acknowledge that no child is the same, so we plan to individualized learning and activities to meet the needs of your child. Your child...

Care Member says "Brown Bear provides excellent quality and care for children and there families. They are setting strong foundation for learning and growing."

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Boston Outdoor Preschool Network

4006 Washington Street Boston, MA

5.0(3)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
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 programs: - Half-day preschool at the...

Care Member says "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...

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Beginnings School

210 South Avenue Weston, MA

4.0(11)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Beginnings School, located in Weston, MA provides exceptional education and a nurturing environment for children 3 months to 5 years old, in addition to the My Clubhouse After School Program and Summer Explorations Program for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. We first opened our doors in 1985, and in 2020 we became...

Kristy W. says "Our family has been at Beginnings School for almost six years, and we have had a fantastic experience there. My younger daughter spent three years in the...

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Discover Me Schoolhouse

2070 Centre Street WEST ROXBURY, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
At Discover Me Schoolhouse, we provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and explore. Our West Roxbury location offers small class sizes, caring teachers, and a play-based curriculum that sparks curiosity while building important skills for the future. Families love our welcoming...

Care Member says "Our son has attended Discover Me since he was 6 months old (he’s almost 2 1/2 now!). The teachers are patient, observant and communicative when it comes...

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Happy Child Day Care Center & Preschool

1191 Chestnut St Newton Upper Falls, MA

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
The story of Happy Child Preschool & Daycare began many years ago in the former Soviet Union. The director, Mira Fayngersh, grew up in a family of educators. Mira's mother was a life-long math teacher and her father was a school principal. Although Mira graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, she quickly...

Care Member says "My wife and I can’t say enough about Happy Child. The love and care they showed our children could not be matched. The teachers truly love all of the...

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GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY

141 LINDEN ST WELLESLEY, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
The Goddard School of Wellesley is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day. We are proud to serve the surrounding communities, including Wellesley, Natick, Wayland, Weston, Needham, and Newton. We are dedicated to providing an enriching, nurturing environment for children and their...

Care Member says "The teachers are caring, the facilities are new and clean with engaging rooms and toys, and the administrative staff are friendly and reliable. "

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ST. JOHN'S NURSERY SCHOOL/Part-time Preschool, 3 yr olds 3 days, 4yr olds 4days(4hr)

95 DEERFIELD AVE WESTWOOD, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
St John's Nursery School is a traditional part- time preschool. Three- year- olds attend 3 days a week(MWF or TTHF) Four- year- olds attend 4 days a week. Both programs run for 4 hours. We strive to create a secure and nurturing environment which supports the individual growth of each of our students. We recently celebrated our...

ashley O. says "SJNS has been the most nurturing environment that I could have conjured up for my children. The “secret sauce” which distinguishes this preschool from...

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-Little Sprouts Dedham

280 BRIDGE ST DEDHAM, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Dedham, MA 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...

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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Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center

49 WINCHESTER ST NEWTON HLDS, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$2900/mo
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Located in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, the Kindernest Montessori Early Childcare Learning Center upholds the fundamental principles of Montessori education and holistic development in a nurturing environment where children are guided with kindness and respect. At Kindernest, we have programs for infants, toddlers, and...

Care Member says "Really beautiful montessori school with infant, toddler, and preschool options. Love the variety of schedules available for part and full time care. All...

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The Learning Tree Preschool

225 Highland Ave Needham, MA

5.0(2)
The Learning Tree, formerly known as The Wonder Years, is a fully licensed preschool and group daycare center established since 1997. Our goal is to provide the best quality care for children ages 15 months to 6 years old. We do this by providing a caring, nurturing and safe educational environment. The Learning Tree Preschool...

Sonia R. says "Our 3 year old twin girls have been going to the Learning Tree in Allston since they were 23 months. We couldn't be happier with our experience. The owner...

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4880 - Everbrook Academy of Wellesley

28 ABBOTT RD WELLESLEY, MA

3.0(2)

State license verified

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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The Tobin School

713COTTAGE STREET NATICK, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Welcome to The Tobin School. We are so happy to share information about our school and all that we do to ensure that each child at Tobin gets off to a great start to their academic career! Founded in 2004, our school is a small, warm community of learners. We are committed to providing a robust curriculum while addressing each...

Care Member says "Small class sizes, qualified and quality teachers, amazing parent/teacher communication, and very strong curriculum. JrK classes super helpful for...

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Natick Children's House

13 COMMON ST NATICK, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2190/mo
Montessori
Academic
Child care
Natick Children's House is a year-round full-time infant, toddler and Preschool Program located inside the Common Street Spiritual Center in Natick MA. We serve children five days a week of age group 3 months to 5+ years. We follow holistic approach in teaching the children which is a comprehensive education that addresses the...

Katy D. says "I have 2 children at Robbins Roost Daycare. We have been with Robbins Roost since January 2023. We love the teachers and enriching environment that our...

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Family Access of Newton

492 WALTHAM ST NEWTON, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
With a long tradition of providing high-quality, professional early education programs for diverse populations, we offer children a safe, nurturing space to grow and flourish and families a welcoming, supportive community. Conveniently located in West Newton close to I-95, the Mass Pike and the MBTA commuter rail,...

Flavia says "I have been a customer since February 2025. Very nice place and great services. My daughter loves it. "

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Kiddie Academy of Framingham

1292 WORCESTER RD FRAMINGHAM, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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4877 - Everbrook Academy of Brighton

640 WASHINGTON ST BRIGHTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you 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.

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.

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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