Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Find Trusted Toddler Daycares Near Me in Dorchester, MA

We have 60 toddler daycares in Dorchester, MA! Compare and find the best toddler daycare to fit your needs.

Start matching
Hero image

Recent toddler daycare reviews from local parents in Dorchester, MA

Toddler Daycares in Dorchester, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed toddler daycares

Tartts Day Care Centers

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...

- Anna A.

Red Apple

I highly recommend Red Apple to other families! My daughter started there at four months old and left at about 18 months because we moved. I...

- Care member

Bright 'n' Early Family Child

Love it hear My daughter learned so much and Mrs Donna is so much fun the kids never want to leave

- Donna R.

Toddler Daycares Near Dorchester, MA

IllustrationSmallChildCare image
Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool's Photo

Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2 Dorchester, MA

State license verified

Kidzkollege Early Education and Preschool is, licensed has a Non traditional hour by the department of early childcare education. We served infants, toddlers, before and after school program and weekend care is available. We are family oriented. Guaranteed the safety of each child in our care. Flexibility of receiving your...
See info
Yawkey Childcare Center's Photo

Yawkey Childcare Center

185 Columbia Rd Dorchester, MA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Yawkey Childcare center has been providing high quality and multicultural child center care for since 1982. We provide outdoor enriched activities with our very own playground. We have indoor gym or play space! We provide nutritious breakfast, lunch and snacks. We communicate with parents through daily sheets, app and telephone...
See info
Ms. Bridget's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Bridget's NeighborSchool

110 FULLER ST Dorchester, MA

State license verified

Bridget is a home daycare provider licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Her license allows her to care for up to 6 children in a warm home environment in Dorchester. Bridget has been a provider since 1993 and her license was most recently renewed by the EEC in June, 2016. As a licensed...
See info
Ms. Retresha's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Retresha's NeighborSchool

44 Julian Street Dorchester, MA

State license verified

I was excited to start my own family child care program in 2018 to be able to bring something new to the care options for parents. I am proud that my program is unique in that we embrace bringing creative arts to the young children, such as art, music, and theater. Our program believes Integrated learning is much more than just...
See info
Ms. Cindy's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Cindy's NeighborSchool

385 Park Street Dorchester, MA

State license verified

My goal always is and has been to make sure children leave my program equipped with all the skills they need for life and to be ready to enter a bigger classroom. I strive towards this goal by focusing on each child specifically. In my home, the kids have a safe place to be, something to eat, all of their needs met, plus all of...
See info
Ms. Dixil's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Dixil's NeighborSchool

6 DENVIR STREET Dorchester, MA

Dixil is a home daycare provider licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Her license allows her to care for up to 10 children with the presence of a full-time assistant in her home in Dorchester. Dixil has been a provider since 2001 and her license was most recently renewed by the EEC in...
See info
Ms. Cynthia's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Cynthia's NeighborSchool

22 Hannon Street Dorchester, MA

State license verified

We have been providing a safe and nurturing environment for children since 2008. Parents' minds are at ease when they go to work or school, knowing that their child is cared for in all aspects of their developmental needs. We are a curriculum-based program. Because of my background in public and private schools, I've been able...
See info
Ms. Dottie's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Dottie's NeighborSchool

8 GASTON STREET Dorchester, MA

State license verified

Children learn best by doing, and each day, we give them new opportunities to explore, learn, and grow. We partner with Funshine Express to apply a curriculum that meets the social, physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of children at every age, and we help children to thrive with compassion and understanding. We recently...
See info
Ms. Francia's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Francia's NeighborSchool

10 CAMERON ST # 1 Dorchester, MA

State license verified

Francia is a home daycare provider licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Her license allows her to care for up to 6 children in a warm home environment in Dorchester. Francia has been a provider since 2013 and her license was most recently renewed by the EEC in March, 2019. As a licensed...
See info
Ms. Geralyn's NeighborSchool's Photo

Ms. Geralyn's NeighborSchool

7 Mallon Road Dorchester, MA

State license verified

My program is focused on giving children multiple learning platforms throughout the day. In addition, I use an expeditionary format which harnesses their critical and innovative thinking using technology, hands-on, and exploratory materials. Dramatic play (theatre), water play, painting, music, and dance are all utilized to add...
See info
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
The Romper Room Family Child Care in Boston, Massachusetts offers childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Their programs provide activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. They also develop the children's self-confidence and discipline. They are open from...
See info

Cribs and Cradles Family Day Care

34 Bloomfield Street Dorchester, MA

A place where young children come to learn, grow and develop. At Cribs & Cradles, we offer a range of programs for a variety of ages - infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Our extended care program offers parents with school age children the opportunity for after school care. At Cribs & Cradles we know that selecting a day...
See info

Step By Step Family Daycare

17 Robin Hood St Dorchester, MA

Child care
Step By Step Family Daycare is an educational child care provider in Dorchester, Massachusetts that serves toddlers, preschool and school-age children. This home-based daycare provides a loving and comfortable setting for children where they can play and learn. Step By Step Family Daycare can serve a maximum of eight children at...
See info
Tartts Day Care Centers's Photo

Tartts Day Care Centers

56 Wareham St. Boston, MA

4.5(24)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 of children and families at the center of our business. Tartt's remains in demand without having to advertise. Our...

Anna A. says "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...

See info
Red Apple's Photo

Red Apple

91 Belmont St Everett, MA

5.0(16)

State license verified

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 unlock the mysteries of print. We...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Red Apple to other families! My daughter started there at four months old and left at about 18 months because we moved. I really feel...

See info
Bright 'n' Early Family Child's Photo

Bright 'n' Early Family Child

22 MARGARET RD Randolph, MA

5.0(1)
As leaders in child care we provide enrichment programming for infants, toddler, preschool, children. Our childcare offer children the opportunity to grow in a rich environment that promotes a love of learning.

Donna R. says "Love it hear My daughter learned so much and Mrs Donna is so much fun the kids never want to leave"

See info
Helen's Family Child Care's Photo

Helen's Family Child Care

19 Cornell Street Roslindale, MA

5.0(2)
Hello! I am a mother of two elementary aged children with over 15 years of experience caring for children in and directing enrichment programs. I am offering childcare out of my home for toddlers and/or babies Dependable, creative and flexible providing an environment that is healthy, educational and stimulating. Childcare in...

Sarah M. says "We were lucky enough to come across Helen's Care.com posting when our daughter was about 7 weeks old. We met her and knew before we even left the interview...

See info
Paige Academy's Photo

Paige Academy

28 HIGHLAND AVE Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
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 to 12 years. Paige Academy...

Jasmine C. says "This is an excellent school! The teachers are loving and the environment is friendly and inviting."

See info
Fairmount Hill Childcare's Photo

Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1 Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Fairmount Hill Child Care is a licensed home daycare and microschool. We offer quality infant and toddler care with excellent ratios - typically 3 adults for 10 children. We offer preschool starting at 18 months, a dynamic, hands-on pre-k program for 4-year-olds, and we follow a secular, literature-based curriculum for grades...

Pauline P. says "ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

See info
BAMBOO GARDEN EARLY LEARNING AND CARE CENTER's Photo

BAMBOO GARDEN EARLY LEARNING AND CARE CENTER

488 HANCOCK ST QUINCY, MA

5.0(1)
starting at
$1690/mo
Academic
Montessori
Day Care
Child care
We are bilingual daycare center! Mandarin and English. Our teaching method is Montessori Education! In our daycare center all the teachers are highly qualified teachers. We offer bright and clean classrooms, toddler classroom and preschool classroom.

Amaya X. says "Fantastic. Really nice. Great facility."

See info

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

How it works

  • Share details about your daycare needs

  • Match with highly rated local daycares near you

  • Compare daycares and tour the ones that best fit your family

FAQs for finding toddler daycares near you in Dorchester, MA

Toddler daycares near you in Dorchester, MA typically cater to children between three months to three years of age, though it's worth noting that this will vary by location. To get a better idea of the options available to you, connect directly with toddler daycares to understand any age requirements.

Generally, toddler daycare curriculum is based on learning through play. Learning activities at toddler daycares in Dorchester, MA may include free play, story time, arts and crafts, outdoor walks and social skills development. In toddler daycare settings, children are encouraged to explore their world through their physical senses and complete age-appropriate tasks with the guidance of a teacher. They are encouraged to follow their own interests and ideas while honing important cognitive and motor skills. Overall, toddler daycare curriculum is designed to create an enjoyable yet educational environment for young learners aged 18 months to 3 years old.

Choosing the right toddler daycare for your family near you in Dorchester, MA can be both a challenging and rewarding experience! Factors to consider include the quality of care, safety, location, costs, and qualifications of the staff. Taking the time to tour a toddler daycare center will be helpful in choosing the right fit, as it gives you the opportunity to ask questions at length and observe how the staff interacts with children firsthand. Choosing a daycare is a personal choice, and you should feel comfortable with the center you ultimately decide on.

Toddler Daycare Articles

Additional Toddler Daycare Services

About Care.com
  • About us
  • Careers
  • Terms of use
  • Privacy policy
Care.com does not employ any caregiver and is not responsible for the conduct of any user of our site. All information in member profiles, job posts, applications, and messages is created by users of our site and not generated or verified by Care.com. You need to do your own diligence to ensure the job or caregiver you choose is appropriate for your needs and complies with applicable laws.
Care.com® HomePay℠ is a service provided by Breedlove and Associates, LLC, a Care.com company.
Care.com is a registered service mark of Care.com, Inc. 2007-2025 Care.com, Inc. All rights reserved.