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Children's Gathering Nursery and Day School
5.0
We loved this place! All the staff are very loving and you could tell they adored my son! The teachers and director were very accessible and provided lots of feedback on my son's progress.
- Kathryn P
Children's Playhouse Daycare Inc.
5.0
great facility, very happy with them :)
- Gautam G
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
Friendly Foundations, Inc.
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 through a last minute google search. We...
- Ginny F
Red Apple
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 child and not knowing what to expect...
- Johnmichael C
Preschools in Wakefield, MA
5.0
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Children's Gathering Nursery and Day School is a child care facility located at 101 Cedar St. Wakefield, MA. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from Infant, Toddler,...
5.0
"We loved this place! All the staff are very loving and you could tell they adored my son! The teachers and director were very accessible and provided lots of feedback on my son's progress."
Kathryn P
Odyssey Day School is a licensed facility that offers various child care services and early education programs for infants up to school-age children. The company also offers enrichment classes, before and after-school care and summer programs. The company’s programs have flexible schedules to meet...
Located in Wakefield, Massachusetts, Tall Spire Nursery School is a private educational organization. It offers a child-centered environment where children can develop their sense of wonder, sense of humor and sense of compassion. The School uses the Learning Center approach that aims to enhance...
Established in 1954, Golden Rule Preschool offers a non-denominational preschool program for children. It serves children ages three to four years old. It aims to provide a loving environment to help children reach their fullest potential. The Preschool strives to enhance every child's social,...
The Children's Center of Wakefield located in Wakefield Massachusetts is a childcare and education provider that offers a calm and warm environment to children under its care. It caters to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartens. The center has a capacity of 64 children at the maximum.
The Caring School and Day Care Center is located at 5 Oak Street, Wakefield, Massachusetts. The center can accommodate a maximum of 20 children. The school offers full-time, part-time and before and after-school care services from Mondays through Fridays, 8:00AM to 6:00PM.
5.0
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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 location.
Both locations include all meals. Breakfast, Lunch and afternoon Snack are served...
5.0
"great facility, very happy with them :)"
Gautam G
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
"Great school with a lot of potential for little kiddos. Plenty of opportunities to learn through experience. Modern design, fresh approach to learning and positive atmosphere for all"
Helen
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
5.0
(14)
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...
5.0
"We just love Jing and her family!
This is a great daycare, our son has been at the red apple daycare since he was a few weeks old and he is the happiest baby ever! No reservation in recommending this daycare!
The care is excellent and Jing is a very nice person,...
Lucie
5.0
(6)
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...
5.0
"My son has been going here for a few months now. He absolutely loves it, and learns so much! The teachers are so wonderful and they communicate very well with any needs or concerns. I highly recommend having your little one come here, it feels like being with...
Tara R
5.0
(1)
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,...
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...
Jennifer P
5.0
(2)
Pleasant Times Learning Center is a licensed child care provider in Winthrop, MA, and has been servicing the community since 1993. We provide quality child care for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Our program is unlike any other. Our philosophy is to create an environment that encourages...
5.0
"My daughters, 4 & 2, have been attending since they were infants and LOVE coming here. The owner Andrea and the staff are amazing. I have always felt good knowing that my children are with such caring, educated people while I'm working. Not to mention the girls...
Corinne
5.0
(2)
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...
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."
Meenal M
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
(3)
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+...
5.0
"Debbie's Child Care is a wonderful home-based family child care. She is professional, knowledgeable and responsive. I know that when I drop my son off he is safe, happy and in a nurturing environment. There are many stimulating toys to play with, and Debbie does...
Nicole M
5.0
(3)
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...
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!"
Mary J
5.0
(1)
Toddle Inn Daycare is a licensed home daycare that has been in business for the past 22 years. We offer a nationally recognized Mother Goose preschool curriculum for children of all ages. My home is in Salem, on the Swampscott/Marblehead line and resides in a quiet neighborhood with a large fenced...
5.0
"For me, selecting who to leave my 4-month old infant with was one of the hardest, most gut-wrenching experiences - but, Corinne and her awesome team of assistants made it easy. From the second you enter her clean and inviting home, you know you have found...
Anna L
5.0
(1)
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 of a Nanny. We simplify many of our processes through automatic billing, payroll...
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."
Katie B
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Wakefield, MA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Wakefield, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Wakefield, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Wakefield, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.