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Little Lamb Nursery School & Child Care
5.0
Excellent and caring teachers. Safe, clean and spacious. Lots of room for kids to play around and creativity!
- Rishikesh S
St Paul's Nursery School
5.0
My daughter just finished her first year at St. Paul's and we couldn't be happier. Great teachers that foster learning through play and building social skills, and who go the extra mile to host events like apple picking and performances. We've also enjoyed becoming part of the parent community...
- Kristin R
Little Sprouts - Dedham
5.0
Excellent child care facility! Highly recommend. It is a learning environment as well as great care for your child.
- Elizabeth H
Temple Shalom Nursery School
5.0
TSNS has been a home away from home for my whole family. It's not just a great school but a great community. The director & staff go above & beyond the call of duty. They get the importance of child-directed play, they foster a love of nature with lots of outdoor time on an amazing playground & they...
- Jackie N
Loving Nest Preschool
5.0
My child was more than ready to enter Kindergarten thanks to the teachers in the Tiger room. They have patience, knowledge and skills on how to reach children of all levels. I appreciate them so much! Vera the Director is very helpful love Loving Nest.
- Vivian
Preschools in Dover, MA
The Melrose School supports learning in a language-rich, mixed-aged environment. Each child's social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and linguistic development is supported with a tailored experience based on his or her own strengths, needs, and interests. By keeping our ratios low and pairing...
Piccola Italia Preschool is special because of our emphasis on the Italian language and culture. Teachers utilize the immersion approach, where Italian, our passion, is the medium of instruction. English and other languages will be supplementary, along with gestures, sign language, facial...
Bach to Rock
200A Linden Street, Wellesley, MA
Bach to Rock is America's Music School serving kids starting at age 3 all the way through adults. Every instrument you can think of, voice lessons, glee club, join and/or create a band and more. Plus, Winter and Summer Camp offerings including school vacation weeks.
We have a 5 day curriculum. We offer full time and part time hours. We also have an afterschool program. Our program starts at 15 months and goes through to 6 years old.
Here at Expressions After School we pride ourselves on having a home away from home atmosphere. We view our clients as an extension of our family. We are a sports and art based program located in the center of Needham, MA. We offer various clubs such as theatre, set design, costume design, visual...
To learn more about the CSC's summer childcare programs, which require separate registration, please visit our website at
www.pmc.edu/csc-summer-program. Our summer programs range from three and a half weeks to nine weeks in length and are available until the last week of August.
We offer after school childcare for children from K-6th grade.
ECDC is a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation. It is a nonsectarian organization open to all eligible children and families regardless of race, religion, cultural heritage, national origin, political beliefs, marital status, sexual orientation or disabilities. Toilet Training status is not an...
Our high quality care is offered through learning, exploration and fun!
We understand the importance of a consistent, nurturing environment, as well as complex and challenging activity for every child's emotional, cognitive, linguistic and motor development. We believe that all children are unique...
We provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for the well-being of every child. Our holistic approach to care focuses on the spiritual, physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of each child and family who partner with us on this journey of excellence.
Holistic child...
At TBSCC children are thinkers who construct knowledge through interacting with the world around them. Working together as a community of leaners hey ask questions and explore big concepts. Jewish values are woven into the daily curriculum as the children learn to live by our guiding principles: We...
5.0
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Little Lamb Nursery School and Child Care located at 6 Loker Street, Wayland, Massachusetts, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep, as well as before and after-school programs, including summer camps and winter...
5.0
"Excellent and caring teachers. Safe, clean and spacious. Lots of room for kids to play around and creativity!"
Rishikesh S
5.0
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St Paul's Nursery School in Dedham, Massachusetts offers preschool and childcare for pre-K children. They provide a safe environment where the children can experience creative learning experiences to allow them to grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. The St Paul's Nursery School...
5.0
"My daughter just finished her first year at St. Paul's and we couldn't be happier. Great teachers that foster learning through play and building social skills, and who go the extra mile to host events like apple picking and performances. We've also enjoyed becoming...
Kristin R
5.0
(1)
Surrounded by protected marshlands, our Dedham school offers a serene environment for your child to learn and grow among the peaceful views of nature. Affectionately called a Little Sprouts 'dream school,' our Dedham space was designed with parents and children in mind. Featuring several amenities,...
5.0
"Excellent child care facility! Highly recommend. It is a learning environment as well as great care for your child."
Elizabeth H
5.0
(1)
Temple Shalom Nursery School is an early care and learning center in Newton, Massachusetts that offers educational day care programs for preschool children. The company admits children ages one to six years old. Temple Shalom Nursery School’s programs focus on children’s physical, cognitive,...
5.0
"TSNS has been a home away from home for my whole family. It's not just a great school but a great community. The director & staff go above & beyond the call of duty. They get the importance of child-directed play, they foster a love of nature with lots of outdoor...
Jackie N
4.7
(12)
Great, diverse Preschool located in downtown Framingham. Physical Education, weekly Music Program, Meals from reputable restaurant, Zumba and Tumble Bus. Prices are the lowest in the area and the quality is exceptional! Teachers speak English, Portuguese and Spanish. Year around program, extended...
5.0
"I can't be more happier with Loving Nest, my 10 years old still talk about when she was there, now is my son's turn to build those wonderful memories, he used to cry at the beggining and now his favorite place on earth, I highly recommend Loving Nest for their...
Rebeca A
5.0
(1)
The Wellesley Hills Children's Center in Wellesley, Massachusetts offers childcare and preschool education for pre-K children. Their programs provide activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They also aim to develop the children's self-confidence and...
5.0
"I know this day care for more that 22 years. They have the excellent program with very nice teachers and administration."
Fernando C
5.0
(1)
June's Preschool Garden in Canton, MA encourages the kids to recognize their uniqueness, become independent thinkers, express their ideas, and develop confidence. They respect the children's cultures and diversity while understanding that they progress at their pace according to their individual...
5.0
"June's Preschool has been amazing for all three of my children. The kids get lots of time outside, and are engaged in a curriculum that allows them to explore their interests in a loving, supported and developmentally appropriate way. The teachers genuinely love...
Krista
5.0
(1)
Le Petit Monde Daycare provides exceptional care to children in the Natick, Framingham, Wellesley, Needham, Dover, and Sherborn communities. We offer separate infant, toddler and preschool programs allowing us to care for children, ages six weeks to five years old. Open from 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday...
5.0
"We placed our infant and toddler here a while ago. Thinking to place our 3rd baby here as well. We live near by and this worked out great for us in the past."
Nel
5.0
(1)
We are two responsible pre-teens that are available to start at 3:30 on most weekdays (because we attend school classes). Also on weekends we are available for most of the day. Depending on the day, possibly only one of us will be around to babysit. We will work as mother's/ father's helpers and day...
5.0
"These girls are very responsible. My kids love them!"
Anna S
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dover, MA
In 2024 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.