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Josey's Daycare
5.0
Our daughter had been with Josey since she was 3 months old. She's now 2 and gets so excited in the morning to go to "Jojo's house". Josey provides a very warm, family friendly environment where kids are comfortable and can thrive. She keeps them on a great schedule and spends time doing...
- Kathryn L.
Little Sprouts Milton
5.0
Little Sprouts is a first class facility with caring teachers and great leadership. Our daughter started in the infant classroom when it opened and has loved going to school every day since. They keep in good communication on an app and maintain a very safe environment. We love getting photos and...
- Care member
Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, LLC
5.0
I rate them 10 stars!!! My daughter is almost two now and she started there when she was a year and six months. As a first-time mom, I was very concerned about sending off my child to anyone really. They reassured me with any questions I might have and that truly gave me peace of mind knowing my...
- Ilean D.
Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center
5.0
Really beautiful montessori school with infant, toddler, and preschool options. Love the variety of schedules available for part and full time care. All of the teachers have been so lovely and are well qualified. Particularly grateful they have a chef so we don't have to pack snacks and lunch! Feels...
- Care member
Little Sprouts Dedham
5.0
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes into preparing meaningful...
- Alex L.
Child care centers in Dorchester, MA
A Path For Success Daycare
537 Park St, Dorchester, MA
A Path For Success Daycare provides a warm and loving home for the children to play and learn at their own pace. The nurturing environment is rich with music, games, toys, and outdoor play.
Basics Tutorial - Mather School
1 PARISH ST, DORCHESTER, MA
Basics Tutorial - Mather School offers after-school enrichment and summer programs designed for kindergarten and elementary students. The company is fully licensed to admit and handle a total of 130 children. Basics Tutorial - Mather School operates Mondays through Fridays and is open from 3:30 P.M....
Basics Tutorial - Thomas Kenny School
19 OAKTON AVE, DORCHESTER, MA
Basics Tutorial - Thomas Kenny School in DORCHESTER, MA provides a state-licensed childhood education in a stimulating atmosphere. They develop the children full-time in a happy and safe environment that develops their sense of self, control, and independence. They feature developmentally...
Josey's Daycare
81 Woodlawn Ave, Waltham, MA
5.0
(5)
Josey's Daycare is a home based center that has been in business for thirty years. At this center, children will grow and learn through exploration and play. Structure will be provided for the children as well as a thriving learning environment. Children will be engaged in activities throughout the...
5.0
"Josephine is a great daycare provider , always has a smile on her face while opening her door to us early in the morning very postive , careing , & clean home daycare I highly recommend"
Theresa L.
Little Sprouts Milton
919 Blue Hill Avenue, MILTON, MA
4.5
(2)
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.
Built from...
5.0
"Little Sprouts is a first class facility with caring teachers and great leadership. Our daughter started in the infant classroom when it opened and has loved going to school every day since. They keep in good communication on an app and maintain a very safe...
Care member
5.0
(1)
We at Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, (BBEELC) extends a warmest welcome to you and your family. Our goal is for your children to develop and EXCEL into healthy and smart individuals. We acknowledge that no child is the same, so we plan to individualized learning and activities to meet the...
5.0
"I rate them 10 stars!!! My daughter is almost two now and she started there when she was a year and six months. As a first-time mom, I was very concerned about sending off my child to anyone really. They reassured me with any questions I might have and that truly...
Ilean D.
Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center
49 Winchester St., NEWTON HIGHLANDS, MA
Starting at $2900/mo
5.0
(2)
Located in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, the Kindernest Montessori Early Childcare Learning Center upholds the fundamental principles of Montessori education and holistic development in a nurturing environment where children are guided with kindness and respect.
At Kindernest, we have programs...
5.0
"This new daycare is beautifully set-up for babies and kids to learn and develop! I recently went on a tour at the open house and everyone from the owner to the director to the teachers were all so welcoming and warm. All the furniture, toys, learning tools are...
Care member
Little Sprouts Dedham
280 Bridge Street, DEDHAM, MA
5.0
(1)
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Dedham, MA
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...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes...
Alex L.
5.0
(3)
Mariposa Child Care Center is a Spanish immersion program. We are a family owned-run-oriented program. Give your child the opportunity of becoming bilingual and enhance his/her possibilities for the future. By learning a second language your child's possibilities are endless.
5.0
"We absolutely love Mariposa. We have had two children start there at 5 months. They have developed ahead of the curve in most areas, and are exceptionally loved and well cared for by the Tias. The community of parents is great too. "
Care member
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)
SolBe [sohl-be] is an early learning center that reimagines traditional notions of nursery school, child care, and preschool. We aim to create the highest quality early learning experiences. Our dynamic program continually adapts and improves as we nurture healthy, engaged lives.
SolBe holds...
5.0
"Before enrolling my son at Solbe, my biggest challenge was finding a reliable and nurturing environment where I felt comfortable leaving him. As a premature baby, I had heightened anxiety about his well-being, development, and socialization during these formative...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Updated news: January 2025, We are now currently in the second phase of our Infant program becoming licensed to accept infants (ages 3 months to 15months) with a tentative February/March 2025 start date( This may change- as we cannot control state licensing schedules).. We are creating a waiting...
5.0
"Our summer at Youbellor Child Academy was truly delightful. The way my son bonded with the teachers, embraced the school environment, and engaged with the curriculum was heartwarming to see. Each day he returned home with a radiant smile, and mornings were a breeze...
Care member
Little Sprouts Watertown
150 Coolidge Ave, WATERTOWN, MA
5.0
(5)
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.
Located on...
5.0
"The entire staff is experienced, professional, and communicative. There is low turnover, so everything runs really smoothly. It is a joy to be working with this staff and it creates so much confidence for us as parents to know our daughter is the beneficiary of...
Care member
Panda Bilingual Daycare
30 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge, MA
5.0
(1)
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...
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...
Mingshu H
Amy's Daycare in Newton Center
230 Homer St., Newton Center, MA
5.0
(8)
Family day care in Newton center, close to the Newton Free Library. Two adults take care of six children, speaking Chinese and English. Five nutritious meals included each day. 10 years experience. Provider has an early education degree.
5.0
"It's great, my daughter is in the daycare now,Amy is very good, she knows kids very well, and she treats kids like friends,so my daughter likes her very much, I am glad to have her in this daycare."
Lingling
Lucy's Family Daycare
55 S Waverly St, Brighton, MA
3.7
(3)
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 encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered...
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 the numerous current and past references that i was given...
Christina G
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
372 Squire Rd, Revere, MA
3.3
(6)
Imagination Station offers care for children 6 weeks to 7 years old. Full time and Part time available. Included in tuition is breakfast, lunch and snack.
3.0
"When I worked for Terri little pumpkin it was POORLY and not operated by a professional who truly cared for the kids and staff needs . IN ORDER TO RUN a program your staff has to be trained and treated with respect. It was a big mess I felt bad for the kids and...
Sandra W.
Theophany Orthodox Christian School
754 GREENDALE AVE, Needham, MA
5.0
(1)
Theophany School offers a multi-age learning experience with small class sizes, an engaging curriculum and a loving Christian environment for children in the Greater Boston area. Our current programs include: 3-day and 5-day Preschool class options, and a full-day Kindergarten. The School and its...
5.0
"My nephew and my two daughters all attended Theophany. It's a true hidden gem with teachers who are not only creative and warm but also educated and more importantly-wise!"
Marybeth H.
Little Pandas Home Daycare
15 SYCAMORE ROAD, Newton, MA
5.0
(3)
We are a state-licensed bilingual family daycare with an integration of American and Asian cultures. We speak both English and Chinese. We have been serving families in Watertown/Newton area for over 20 years. Our children's families come from various cultural background and nationalities including...
5.0
"Both of my kids attended Little Panda Home Daycare when we moved to the area in 2019. The place is very clean and well organized. Fei Lao Shi (Ms Fei) is very loving and caring, and very experienced and knowledgeable in early education. The other staff Ms Huang is...
Chenny C.
Boston Outdoor Preschool Network
4006 Washington Street, Boston, MA
5.0
(3)
We are an inspired team of teachers with experience in public, private, and Montessori schools, who are thrilled to give your child the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive outdoors! Our programs spark curiosity, discovery, and a strong connection with nature.
We offer the following...
5.0
"Our son, JR, who is featured in the Featured Image above attends BOPN for three days a week and he is in heaven. He calls it nature school and loves his teachers Ms.SarahBesse and Ms.SaraMurray (all one word!). The teachers are truly phenomenal, so thoughtful and...
Kate A.
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Dorchester, MA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Dorchester, MA?
Child care centers near you in Dorchester, MA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Dorchester, MA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Dorchester, MA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Dorchester, MA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Dorchester, MA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.