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Recent preschool reviews in Reading, MA
Sawyer Nursery School
5.0
The teachers are excellent! They greet each student with a smile, and are always willing to talk to parents. My son has been going for 2 years, and he absolutely loves his teachers!
- Samantha
Open Arms Christian Preschool
5.0
This preschool has truly been a blessing for our son Nicholas. He has spent 2,5 years there and we could not be happier. Principal Donna and all the staff are amazing and caring people that love kids. Nicholas started going there when he was just 2 years and 9 months. His native language was...
- Maria S
SMART START LLC
5.0
SMART START Young Learners is the most amazing preschool and we are beyond grateful that Miss Mary and Miss Francesca came into our lives 7 years ago. All 3 of my daughters have attended and my youngest is currently attending! They have become like "family" to us! The communication is superb. We...
- Tracy K
Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc.
5.0
Great Beginnings is an amazing child care facility. My oldest son who is now 7 years old started there as a toddler and also did the preschool program before he moved onto Kindergarten. My 4 year old daughter is currently in the full day preschool program on Tuesday and Thursday and my 2 year old...
- Jennifer P
New Beginnings Preschool
5.0
This preschool is awesome! My son loved this school, learned so much and had the best possible preschool experience! The teachers are the best!
Sawyer Nursery School is a non-profit nursery school that caters to children ages 2.9 to 3 years old. The school provides services to children from all races and ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and completely non-denominational. Sawyer Nursery School places importance on the development of social...
Recent review:
5.0
The teachers are excellent! They greet each student with a smile, and are always willing to talk to parents. My son has been going for 2 years, and he absolutely loves his teachers!
Little Treasures School House is a childcare and early education provider with a facility located in Reading, Massachusetts. It caters to children ages 2.9 to five years old. The school offers a home-like atmosphere and provides stimulating activities that enhance the learning experience and develop...
Reading Baptist Day School is a non-profit, non-denominational facility committed to serving the diverse needs of young children who are 2 years 9 months of age to 5 years of age. We welcome children of all races and ethnic backgrounds. Reading Baptist Day School does not discriminate on the basis...
Reading Montessori located in Reading Massachusetts is an education provider that offers individualized learning to children. The institution provides opportunities for hands-on learning and interaction through a multi-age classroom that involves children age three until age six. The capacity of the...
The Sandra Lane Nursery School in Reading, Massachusetts offers preschool and childcare for pre-K children. They provide a safe environment where the children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. They encourage self-exploration and learning in their facility and through their...
Open Arms Christian Preschool (OACP) provides a stimulating, Christian learning environment. Each child will be encouraged to develop at a comfortable rate of growth since each child is a unique individual. Our curriculum provides guidance to promote five areas of development which includes:...
Recent review:
5.0
This preschool has truly been a blessing for our son Nicholas. He has spent 2,5 years there and we could not be happier. Principal Donna and all the staff are amazing and caring people that love kids. Nicholas started going there when he was just 2 years and 9...
SMART START is a licensed preschool providing our young learners with quality education, enrichment and care.
Recent reviews:
5.0
SMART START Young Learners is the most amazing preschool and we are beyond grateful that Miss Mary and Miss Francesca came into our lives 7 years ago. All 3 of my daughters have attended and my youngest is currently attending! They have become like "family" to us!...
Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc. offers infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten learning programs for children between the ages of 1 month through 8 years of age. At Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc., we offer a full food program, along with enrichment programs (yoga, music,...
Recent review:
5.0
Great Beginnings is an amazing child care facility. My oldest son who is now 7 years old started there as a toddler and also did the preschool program before he moved onto Kindergarten. My 4 year old daughter is currently in the full day preschool program on...
The New Beginnings Preschool in Peabody, Massachusetts offers a multicultural preschool for pre-K children. They provide a safe environment where the children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. Their staff is trained and experienced in caring for children with developmental...
Recent reviews:
5.0
This preschool is awesome! My son loved this school, learned so much and had the best possible preschool experience! The teachers are the best!
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...
Recent review:
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...
I am Shirley Connolly, the owner and operator of Taught A Lot childcare in Tewksbury, MA. I offer a loving and safe environment for children from infants to 5 years. I have been caring for children for over 30 years.
I am licensed and certified by The Department of Early Education and Care. I am...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Taught a lot Childcare is a second family to my children. They have provided a safe , loving and educational experience to my children for over 5 years. I can honestly say my children are more advanced socially, physically and intellectually than children of my...
Children's Playhouse Daycare, Inc. is a warm, family oriented childcare center with a professional atmosphere.
We have two locations. Our Infant/Toddler location is located right next to our preschool location.
Both locations include all meals. Breakfast, Lunch and afternoon Snack are served...
Debbie's Child Care is a family-owned business located in Peabody, Ma. I have been in operation for over 20 years and I am licensed through Early Education and Care (EEC). License number: 9085294. I am licensed for 6 children, ages infant to school aged, for full-time or part-time care. In my 20+...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My daughter stayed with Debbie from a year and a half until she was three. Not only is Debbie an incredible and supportive person, she also rarely closes (which is excellent for demanding jobs). She taught my daughter all of the things she needed to learn at her...
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...
Recent reviews:
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...
Now Enrolling!!
Little Angels Daycare
Licensed Family Child Care located in Lynn's Diamond District.
Certified in First Aid and CPR by the Red Cross.
Early Childhood Education Coursework and experience.
Pursuing Child Development Associate credential.
Full and Part time care available.
Flexible...
Recent reviews:
5.0
As first time parents of a premie, we were very nervous to start the daycare process. We met with a few providers but nothing felt right until we met Kathleen. She made us feel comfortable from our very first phone call. Not only is she warm and welcoming, but you...
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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Mary is a great director and all the teachers are great. I feel so lucky that I was able to get a spot for both of my kids.
Program Services:
We provide infant, toddler, preschool & Pre-K services for children. Our center offers services from 4 weeks to 6 years. We offer full day from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.We provide low teacher/child ratios (1:5) in different sets of classrooms and we compliment our center with a...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Our family absolutely loves Saint Paul Early Education and would highly recommend to any parents looking for childcare. Our son jumps for joy (this is not an exaggeration) when he arrives at school every morning, excited to start his day. He's created such close...
I am Shabana, mother of 3 children, certified curriculum coordinator, director and lead teacher for children, aged birth to 8 years. I have 18 yrs of experience in early childhood education.
Learning Cottage is a curriculum and theme based licensed family daycare and aftercare for toddlers...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My son used to go to this day care when he was about a year old. Shabana is very nice, disciplined and caring. We moved to another state and still miss this school. It is a very homely environment which is warm and cozy.
Panda Bilingual Daycare is a bilingual Mandarin- English early educational childcare center combining the Montessori educational philosophy with Chinese and American language and culture. Our center's mission is to offer the highest quality care and education for children from three months to...
Recent review:
5.0
We have a 2.5yrs daughter in Panda Bilingual Daycare since this summer. We have been very satisfied so far. The site is brand new and the facilities are very nice. The teachers care deeply about the kids and constantly communicate with us about our daughter's every...
Red Apple is a bilingual family child care that provides a fun educational curriculum. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. The daily interaction with the children is what we find so satisfying. We love watching the reading process unfold and never tire of helping children...
Recent reviews:
5.0
100% would HIGHLY recommend Red Apple Daycare. We enrolled our daughter here at 3 months and Jing was nothing but perfect. She was careful with protocol, caring, attentive, and an excellent provider, and would share daily pictures and videos. This is our first...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Reading, MA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Reading, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Reading, 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 Reading, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Reading, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Reading, 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 Reading, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Reading, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Reading, 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 Reading, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.