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Recent child care center reviews in Melrose, MA

Little Sunshine Academy

5.0

My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from us. It is the BEST daycare around.

- James R.

Youbellor Child Academy

5.0

I love the staff! They are so incredibly kind and caring. All of the teachers treat the children like their own. It feels like a family environment! My child has been there since he was 12 weeks old and as hard as it was for me as a mother, to send him somewhere I had no choice but to get back to...

- Lidia X.

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.

Imagination Station Early Learning Center

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 the untrained ratchet teachers . So...

- Sandra W.

Little Sprouts Watertown

5.0

I trust this message finds you well the admin. Together with staff of little sprouts Watertown. We are delighted to have you as our kid’s day care. Your commitment is proven unparalleled and for the experience both children and families, we are 101 percent satisfied.

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Child care centers in Melrose, MA

Little Sunshine Academy

Little Sunshine Academy

146 Boardman Avenue, Melrose, MA

5.0

(2)

Little Sunshine Academy is a family child care center that provides a fun educational curriculum. Located on Boardman Avenue in Melrose. Provider has a B.S. in Child Development and loves children. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. We are licensed by the EEC. We are now...
5.0
"Little Sunshine Academy, is absolutely amazing. I have two children that both attend and they love it! The daycare is very clean, fun and safe. They welcome with you open arms . I can not say enough about this day care."

Eileen M.


First Steps Early Learning Center

First Steps Early Learning Center

6 Eastman Place 3rd Floor, Melrose, MA

Providing learning and care for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old.

Little Sprouts Melrose

Little Sprouts Melrose

40 Washington Street, MELROSE, MA

Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Melrose, 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...

Little Sprouts - Melrose

Little Sprouts - Melrose

40 Washington St., Melrose, MA

You know you've chosen the right early education program when it just feels right. Everything at Little Sprouts is part of our joyful mission to make children feel happy and parents feel confident. When we first opened Little Sprouts in 1982, we knew we were onto something big. We realized the...

The Explore and Grow Family Daycare provides childcare for children in Melrose, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities in order to develop their social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Explore and Grow...

Melrose YMCA Child Care Center

106 MAIN ST, MELROSE, MA

Melrose YMCA CCC in MELROSE, MA offers various developmental programs for individuals that enable them to build relationships, have fun, and learn something new. They provide summer camps, swimming lessons, fitness, enrichment, and sports classes. They feature a nurturing, safe, and warm environment...

Step 1 Family Child Care

E Foster Street, Melrose, MA

Step 1 Family Child Care Are you looking for ratio is 1:3, professional quality early education, health, safety, clean care for your child? What does Step 1 Family Child Care have? * Step 1 licenses by Mass. EEC. The owner is certify Director, Lead Teacher and worked at NAEYC center in Boston...

Melrose Day Care

121 W Foster St, Melrose, MA

Melrose daycare center is a NAEYC accredited and a level 2 QRIS recognized early childhood education facility at 121 W Foster St, Melrose, MA. Their center provides an age-appropriate care to infants through pre-K in a safe and nurturing environment.

Melrose Unitarian Universalist

70 W Emerson St, Melrose, MA

Melrose Unitarian Universalist is a Church in Melrose, Massachusetts that offers care and education for children from preschool through 8th grade. It offers a religious education and encourages children's curiosity through social justice projects, and the experience of being part of a religious...

Kathy Doyle's Happy Hours Preschool

429 UPHAM ST, MELROSE, MA

Kathy Doyle's Happy Hours Preschool is a daycare center located at 429 Upham St, Melrose, MA that emphasizes the significance of play in children's development. Their strategies include the use of play and various activities such as songs and story time that enhance the mental and physical...

Youbellor Child Academy

Youbellor Child Academy

12 Brighton St, BELMONT, MA

Starting at $2750/mo

5.0

(2)

Updated news: December 2024-- We are now currently in the process of being 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 list for our infant program...
5.0
"We have been so impressed with the new directors, Ms. MaryEllen and Ms. Christine. They have done an excellent job managing the center and creating a warm, welcoming environment for the children. The two teachers, Mr. T. and Mr. H., are also fantastic. They are...

Care member


Josey's Daycare

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
"We love Josey! Both of my children were enrolled from 3 months - 4 years. Josey is loving, kind, reliable and a wonderful caregiver and person. Both kiddos thrived at her home and loved her cooking too. I highly recommend her!"

Nicole P


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.


Little Sprouts Watertown

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

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


Let's Learn Together Childcare

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.


Tartts Day Care Centers

Tartts Day Care Centers

56 Wareham St., Boston, MA

4.5

(24)

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...
5.0
"We love Tartts and were sad to leave. The teachers and staff were great--they were so caring and loving towards my son. He started at Tartts at 3.5 months old and the teachers were so helpful in getting him adjusted to daycare and even with starting on a bottle....

Minnie K


Saint Paul Early Education

Saint Paul Early Education

130 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA

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.


Suzy's School

Suzy's School

280 BROADWAY, LYNN, MA

Starting at $1200/mo

5.0

(3)

5.0
"This is my daughter's second year at the Hathaway School and it has been such a great experience. From the beginning, Mrs. Downs was extremely helpful explaining everything about the school to me since this was our first time going to a preschool. My daughter has...

Amy S.


Lucy's Family Daycare

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
"This small family daycare is like leaving your child with family. Lucy and Elaine are loving, trustworthy, and fun!. Our daughter has been with them since she was 3 months old, we'll be sad to leave them when she has to go to preschool. We were not initially...

Charlotte H.


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