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Recent preschool reviews in Somerville, MA
Nieves Family Day Care
5.0
Our daughter went to Nieves family daycare from 3 months-14 months, until we moved to the other side of town. I couldn't imagine a warmer environment for her. Wonderful, experienced caretakers.
- John H
Children's Playhouse Daycare Inc.
5.0
Excellent facility, Great program for children, Warm, clean and educational. Highly recommended.
- ChildrensPlayhouse D
Let's Learn Together Childcare
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 kids (the gross motor room is a...
- Courtney F
Transportation Children's Center
5.0
Excellent choice for childcare! You will not regret it.
- Tamara H
Tartts Day Care Centers
5.0
This daycare center is Amazing. I have had 2 children go through their program. The teachers are loving, nurturing and most have been there for years. Not sure what this previous reviewer is talking about but they were always careful with taking my kids to the park and even have their own crossing...
- Diane W
Preschools in Somerville, MA
5.0
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We are a family day care that provides care with love and dedication to all children. We do our best to teach our children the basic knowledge they need before going to school. We are located in front of a...
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5.0
Our daughter went to Nieves family daycare from 3 months-14 months, until we moved to the other side of town. I couldn't imagine a warmer environment for her. Wonderful, experienced caretakers.
Reviewed by John H
1.0
(1)
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Kesher Nevatim is Kesher's preschool daycare program, which captures the warmth and intimacy of a family day-care, with the educational experience and resources that have made Kesher a byword for thoughtful and...
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Located in Sommerville, Massachusetts, Bigelow Cooperative Daycare is a preschool established in 1983 to provide quality early education to children from ages 3 months to 5 years old. Parents, as members of the...
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EEC Certified Teacher/Summer Sign-on Bonus/Competitive Pay!
We are in search for an EEC certified Teacher looking for a long term career in childcare to join our team! We are a high quality childcare center...
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Agassiz Preschool is a cooperative school and early childhood education provider in Somerville, Massachusetts. It offers a warm and relaxed atmosphere where children can be comfortable, discovering and learning...
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Elizabeth Peabody House Preschool is a child care and education provider that serves the community of Sommerville, Massachusetts. It offers a fun and active environment and provides appropriate learning...
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Tree House Academy Childcare is a locally-owned and operated child care facility in Somerville, Massachusetts that offers educational day care programs for preschool children. The company admits children...
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Located in Somerville, Massachusetts, Terri's Little Pumpkins provides child care and early childhood education. It accepts children ages six weeks up to ten years and nine months old. It uses a curriculum...
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Pooh and Friends Learning Center is a child development center in Somerville, Massachusetts that serves children ages 2 weeks through six years old. The center provides an enriching environment where can...
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We are a faith-based Early Childhood Program for Infant through Pre-Kindergarten children, conveniently located in the Davis Square area. We have an amazing program that s centered on Limitless Love and...
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The St Catherine of Genoa School in Somerville, Massachusetts offers after school childcare and education for children. Their programs provide activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social,...
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The Mystic River Learning Center provides a school-age daycare program in Somerville, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their...
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Bright Future Educare Center in Somerville, MA features an enriching experience with the children's individual interests and needs in mind. They offer a secure environment where the children can grow and learn...
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Little Busy Bodies Child Care Center provides a warm and loving home for children to play and learn at their own pace. The nurturing environment is rich with music, games, toys, and outdoor play. The program...
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The North Street Head Start Center in Somerville, 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...
5.0
(2)
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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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
great facility, very happy with them :)
Reviewed by Gautam G
5.0
(2)
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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...
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.
Reviewed by Kasia M
5.0
(2)
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The Transportation Children's Center, a non-profit child care facility, in downtown Boston, provides full day Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten Programs year round. Open to the general public,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My child has attended TCC for 3 years and it was a great experience for both him and us. We still have very fond memories of the center. The staff is great and very professional. I highly recommend it!
Reviewed by Rosalba S
4.5
(24)
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A family-run enterprise since 1946, Tartt's is an industry leader, recognized for our enriching programs, exemplary facilities and accomplished staff. Our philosophy is straightforward: we place the experiences...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Our daughter attended Tartts for almost one year and we all absolutely loved it. We were sad to say goodbye to all of her teachers, the staff, and her friends, but the location was no longer convenient for us,...
Reviewed by Anna A
5.0
(14)
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Johnmichael C
5.0
(2)
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- Offered by a professional in the field of Early Childhood Education
- BS in Human Development
- 24 years of experience in the field
- Licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care
- In a safe, well...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We highly recommend BCJ family childcare. Our daughter has attended BCJ for the past year, she is happy and looks forward to spending the day with the caregivers and her little friends. The space is neat, clean...
Reviewed by Anna -
5.0
(1)
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Little Children Schoolhouse is an educational childcare center located at 32 Harvard Street, Brookline, Massachusetts. The school provides a safe and loving environment where children learn and grow through...
Recent review:
5.0
We highly recommend this amazing school. Our son has been going there for two years. Starting from the young infant group until the older toddler group.
Every teacher has been incredible and truly took care of...
Reviewed by Sahar Z
5.0
(1)
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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...
Recent review:
5.0
This is an excellent school! The teachers are loving and the environment is friendly and inviting.
Reviewed by Jasmine C
4.5
(6)
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Government Center Childcare Corporation is a state-licensed child care services provider that offers day care programs for young children. The company serves families in the Boston, Massachusetts area and is...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We have sent our two children to GCCCC and could not be more pleased with the education they have received. The teachers, director and assistant directors take an active interest in each child, the activities...
Reviewed by Nathan G
5.0
(1)
Kids' Place Located at Freedom Hill Community Church
77 Kennedy Dr, Malden, MA 02148
Costimate: $267/wk
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Our After School Program accepts children in Kindergarten through 5th grade and includes a Middle School Program for 6th through 8th graders.
Every weekday we pick children up from area schools with our van...
Recent review:
5.0
Kids' Place is a wonderful program! The staff takes such good care of my children.
Reviewed by John
5.0
(2)
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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...
Recent reviews:
5.0
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 Maura and the director Ariana have created a kind and...
Reviewed by Sonia R
3.7
(3)
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Lucy's Family Daycare provides childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children in Brighton Massachusetts.We are conveniently located close to the Mass Pike, Storrow Drive and Memorial Drive. We...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Wonderful, welcoming and accommodating family daycare. After visiting many other daycares nothing compared to the warm trusting feeling i got when leaving my boys with Lucy and her assistants. Not to mention...
Reviewed by Christina G
5.0
(1)
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Nanny Recruiter is a premium placement agency for full-time and part-time Nannies throughout the Greater Boston area. Our full-time recruiters will work with you to assist in personalizing the selection process...
Recent review:
5.0
Creative childcare facility. There is a very strong emphasis on music. The teachers take great care of the children, and the office staff respond quickly to any parental question or issues.
Reviewed by Katie B
5.0
(1)
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Mingshu H
3.0
(2)
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Two Little Owls Schoolhouse is a newly built Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Childcare Center in East Cambridge. We are open from 7:30am to 6:00pm and located near the Lechmere T stop, MIT and many Bio-tech and...
Recent review:
5.0
Cynthia is a dedicated director who works collaboratively with teachers, parents and the Early Childhood Community. She makes parents feel welcome and listens to their concerns and ideas regarding their...
Reviewed by Susan
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Somerville, MA
In 2023 what types of preschools can I find near me in Somerville, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Somerville, 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 Somerville, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Somerville, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Somerville, 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 Somerville, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Somerville, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Somerville, 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 Somerville, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.