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Stony Brook School
5.0
We came to Stony Brook School after moving half-way across the country. Our 3 year old felt right at home at Stony Brook School. He knew this was the right school for him after seeing some of the websites pictures about the play spaces, "I want to go to the school with the dinosaurs" he said...
- Michelle S.
DISCOVERY SCHOOLHOUSE INC
5.0
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 the big kids, his days were full of toys and play, with teachers and staff who are gentle and warm. We love the outdoor play areas under the shade of...
- Care member
HALF DAY PRESCHOOL ONLY/THE CREATION AND LEARNING STATION
5.0
We have been with the school long term and all 4 of my children went there. Its a very welcoming environment, My daughter has a rare genetic disorder that effected her development greatly. They were very supportive. When needed to take her out to ease our commute and put her into a private school...
- carly C.
Little Sprouts Arlington
5.0
The Teachers are very professional and communicative about my daughter's day which puts my mind at ease.
- Care member
Global Children School
5.0
I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both Russian & Spanish in their classes. Of course English too. They also introduce the children to STEM for early development. They provide the children breakfast, lunch...
- Marigo S.
Preschools in East Boston, MA
Growing World Learning Center
956 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA
At Growing World Learning Center, we know the importance of providing a quality-learning environment for young children to explore and learn. Through creativity in the early years of education, we emphasize the process of learning over the result; teachers facilitate and support children's...
The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center
68 CENTRAL SQ, EAST BOSTON, MA
The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center provides an after-school program designed for school-age children ages five to 14 years old. The program is designed to support student’s development in the following areas: literacy, problem-solving, science, and the arts. The Social...
YMCA of Greater Boston At The Alighieri Montessori School
37 GOVE ST, EAST BOSTON, MA
YMCA of Greater Boston At The Alighieri Montessori School is an educational facility that serves the community of East Boston MA. It offers a comprehensive early childhood program in a warm, caring, fun, and friendly environment. It provides appropriate learning activities that stimulate growth...
East Boston Head Start-Bennington
1222 Bennington St, EAST BOSTON, MA
The East Boston Head Start-Bennington in East Boston, Massachusetts offers child care and preschool education to children from low-income families, from six weeks old up to five years old. Head Start prepares the children for further education by providing activities that stimulate the children's...
E-Boston Social Center Oh Preschool
191 Faywood Ave, East Boston, MA
E-Boston Social Center is an education provider in East Boston that offers different academic programs to children ages 5 to 12 years old. The school’s programs mainly focus on developing 4 areas: literacy, problem-solving, science, and arts. Social skills are developed through small and large group...
Stony Brook School
284 Amory Street, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA
5.0
(3)
Stony Brook School follows an emergent, play-based curriculum for preschool aged children and is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Located within the Jamaica Plain Brewery Complex, we offer a convenient, T-accessible location, with 3,4, or 5 day enrollment options for parents needing full or...
5.0
"We came to Stony Brook School after moving half-way across the country. Our 3 year old felt right at home at Stony Brook School. He knew this was the right school for him after seeing some of the websites pictures about the play spaces, "I want to go to the school...
Michelle S.
5.0
(5)
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...
5.0
"Both our toddlers have attended Discovery and we couldn’t be happier with how engaging, fun, and relaxed the environment is. Our kids have had huge developmental leaps since being there (language acquisition, preschool learning, and social/emotional skills). The...
Care member
HALF DAY PRESCHOOL ONLY/THE CREATION AND LEARNING STATION
400 CENTRAL ST, SAUGUS, MA
5.0
(1)
The Creation and Learning Station is a non-denominational half day Christian preschool. We are licensed by Massachusetts Early Education and Care, for ages 2.9 to 5 years old. Our goal is to provide children with the opportunity to grow and learn, and develop in a fun, stimulating way. Our...
5.0
"We have been with the school long term and all 4 of my children went there. Its a very welcoming environment, My daughter has a rare genetic disorder that effected her development greatly. They were very supportive. When needed to take her out to ease our commute...
carly C.
Little Sprouts Arlington
118 Pleasant Street, ARLINGTON, MA
5.0
(1)
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.
Children...
5.0
"The Teachers are very professional and communicative about my daughter's day which puts my mind at ease. "
Care member
Global Children School
4A Gill St, Woburn, MA
5.0
(6)
WELCOME to the first Global Children School in Massachusetts!
* Quality Early Childhood Education
* Full Immersion Approach English, Spanish and Russian
* Child-Centered Approach
* Project-Based Guided Learning
* Intercultural Mindfulness
* Global and Sustainable Living Perspective
* accepting...
5.0
"I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both Russian & Spanish in their classes. Of course English too. They also introduce the children to STEM for early development. They...
Marigo S.
5.0
(3)
At Northshore Early Learning Center we provide a nurturing and safe environment for your little ones to grow, learn, and play. Our experienced and caring staff are dedicated to fostering your development through love, engaging activities and educational opportunities.
5.0
"I love the caring, nurturing teachers at the school. They love my kids and care for them like their own. I also love how they speak mutiple languages, as my first language is Portuguese. "
Care member
Paige Academy
28 HIGHLAND AVE, Roxbury, MA
5.0
(1)
Paige Academy is an independent school offering a comprehensive, culturally affirming and developmentally based educational environment.
We provide Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Programs as well as our Elementary School curriculum in Arts, Sciences, Humanities, and Technology for children ages 6...
5.0
"This is an excellent school! The teachers are loving and the environment is friendly and inviting."
Jasmine C.
Friendly Foundations, Inc.
68 South Avenue, Revere, MA
5.0
(1)
Friendly Foundations, Inc. provides an exceptional educational experience for your child!
Our small class size enables us to:
- individualize each child's education
- build a home/school partnership
- utilize an outstanding research-based curriculum
- provide a loving, safe, and nurturing...
5.0
"My son is 4 years old and has been attending Friendly Foundations since September. Though we originally wanted him to attend public preschool there were not enough spots left. After researching several options in the area we came across Friendly Foundations...
Ginny F
Let's Learn Together Childcare
11 Water St., Arlington, MA
5.0
(2)
We're a brand new childcare center in Arlington Center offering childcare for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-k. We offer flexible childcare ranging from 1 day to 5 days of care.
We believe learning begins through play!
Our experienced team of educators has over 20 years of experience with...
5.0
"Mary, Catherine and the team have created a wonderful environment (not easy in COVID times!) that my girls love and I feel great about as a parent. They have excellent practices for safety, curriculum and communication, and the space is thoughtfully curated for the...
Courtney F.
5.0
(2)
Peas In a Pod Nursery School is an exceptional childcare center created to meet the pre-school educational needs of children and families residing or employed within the town of Saugus and surrounding communities.
5.0
"I have a foster child that goes to Peas in a Pod. It's a really great school. The staff is amazing with them. The building is very clean. They do a lot of sensory play/learning, outdoor play and have lots of fun. The directors are great. Great communication through...
Melissa D.
5.0
(1)
Welcome To Little Llama!
At Little Llama Child Care, we provide a well-rounded learning experience for your child by focusing on their physical and emotional well-being, fostering their curiosity, and encouraging them to become adventurous and active. We proudly offer a better teacher to child...
5.0
"My daughter is 2 years and 4 months and has attended since she was 14 months. We are so happy with the experience we had with them and were crying when we had to leave due to us moving away to Texas. The staff is really good, from the first moment we trusted them....
Stephanie S.
5.0
(4)
We offer a family oriented child care setting supported by play based learning. We strive to provide social/emotional and academic growth during a child's early years.
5.0
"Youbellor has been our daycare provider since 2018. We are very pleased with the directors and teachers, many who have been there since we started using them for childcare. Both of our children (one graduated and one current) enjoy their time at Youbellor and look...
Shannon X.
Clinton Path Preschool
58 Irving St., BROOKLINE, MA
5.0
(5)
"Welcome to Clinton Path Preschool, a place where joyful learning thrives through friendship and play in our cooperative community. Our mission is to inspire children, recognizing them as capable individuals who navigate, inquire, create, and explore their world in many ways. Rooted in our...
5.0
"We have had an amazing experience at Clinton Path Preschool. I wasn’t sure about the play based model but the more I learned and saw our daughter thriving, the more I have become a believer in this teaching model. The teachers are also actual teachers. They truly...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Join us at the GoldenChickpea part-time preschool with your little one. We offer an individualized and unique child care service that allows kids to be themselves, discovering their own passions, abilities and interests.
Centered on developing self confidence, comfortably sharing the world of...
5.0
"My son, who is 7, has been going to the Golden Chickpea for afterschool care for the last year. The teachers (Cecelia, Grace and Selina) are so amazing and caring and I have nothing but great things to say about the staff. On days that my daughter, 4, does not have...
Satimah H.
Stepping Stones Family Care
47 Clifton Street, Malden, MA
5.0
(1)
Stepping Stones is a warm and nurturing community where your infant, toddler, or preschool child will thrive socially and academically. It is a fully licensed daycare/preschool that is run by a BPS teacher and mother of two from a gorgeous and spacious Victorian home across the street from a newly...
5.0
"We were so lucky to find this type of care for our daughter. While at Stepping Stones, our daughter grew so much on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. It was so fun to pick her up to see what else they did and learned that day (the daily reports are...
Mike A.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in East Boston, MA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in East Boston, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in East Boston, 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 East Boston, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in East Boston, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in East Boston, 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 East Boston, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in East Boston, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in East Boston, 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 East Boston, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.