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Recent child care center reviews in Waltham, MA

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...

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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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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.

GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY

5.0

The teachers are caring, the facilities are new and clean with engaging rooms and toys, and the administrative staff are friendly and reliable.

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Little Pandas Home Daycare

5.0

I would give more than 5 stars to little pandas if I can. My daughter has been with Ms. Fei (owner) and Ms. Huang (assistant) for 3 years and has thrived there. She loves the teachers and her friends from the daycare so much like it is her second family. We came during pandemic and was very...

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Child care centers in Waltham, MA

Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center

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...

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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...

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Youbellor Child Academy

Youbellor Child Academy

12 Brighton St, BELMONT, MA

Starting at $2750/mo

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
"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...

Lidia X.


GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY

GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY

141 LINDEN ST, WELLESLEY, MA

5.0

(2)

The Goddard School of Wellesley is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day. We are proud to serve the surrounding communities, including Wellesley, Natick, Wayland, Weston, Needham, and Newton. We are dedicated to providing an enriching, nurturing...
5.0
"The teachers are incredible, the admin is extremely helpful and inviting every day. We get pictures daily and live updates which is extremely helpful with an infant. Would highly recommend to any family looking for care. "

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Little Pandas Home Daycare

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.


Brownstone Kids Academy

Brownstone Kids Academy

227 West Canton St., Boston, MA

5.0

(2)

Brownstone Kids Academy is a neighborhood learning center in the heart of Boston that focuses on early childhood development. We believe that children learn best through play in a safe and nurturing environment. The play-based preschool philosophy is designed to enrich the whole child, including...
5.0
"I dropped my daughters off for a mother's day out and my daughters had a blast! I was so please with the care they received and the loving structure, we tried it again another day! We have now decided to have our daughters attend two days a week to give me a break!...

Aimee W


Little Sprouts Natick

Little Sprouts Natick

11 Huron Drive, NATICK, MA

5.0

(1)

We invite you to discover Little Sprouts Natick, a beautiful, joyful school intentionally designed to inspire learning and play. Our modern features and brightly colored spaces create a welcoming environment in which your child will embark upon new adventures and meet new friends. With many...
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.


Amy's Daycare in Newton Center

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
"We sent our 2 sons (2 yr 9 mo and 6 month old) to Amy's home care program and our children loved it. When I first went to Amy's, I was immediately struck by how thoughtful and trustworthy Amy came off. It's always hard to leave your children with new faces, but...

Stephen C.


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


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.


SOLBE LEARNING

SOLBE LEARNING

631 VFW Pkwy, CHESTNUT HILL, MA

Starting at $4499/mo

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
"Our biggest worry before attending SolBe was our daughter's transition, but the SolBe team tailored the transition to our child's needs. With much love, care, and patience from SolBe's team, our daughter's transition was slow and healthy. Just what she needed to...

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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 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."

Kasia M


Theophany Orthodox Christian School

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.


Greater Boston Early Academy

Greater Boston Early Academy

144 Commercial st. , MALDEN, MA

Starting at $1300/mo

Greater Boston Early Academy is conveniently located a block away from Malden Center orange line train station. We are the only Center around with our own private playground and parking lot! Greater Boston Early Academy is a Christian based education that provides a safe, fun, high quality...

Artisan Childcare Center Newton

Artisan Childcare Center Newton

2330 Washington St, NEWTON, MA

Artisan Childcare Center provides high-quality childcare for children aged six weeks through six years. Artisan offers a curriculum that is well balanced while placing particular significance on artistic programs as valuable tools necessary to make learning fun and enhance academic...

Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers

Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers

101 River Road, WESTON, MA

Starting at $110/mo

At our center, we provide a warm, loving, and caring environment where every child is treated like family. Our dedicated teachers go above and beyond to support each child’s growth and development, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We are honored to have been recognized as one...

Artisan Childcare Center - Cambridge

Artisan Childcare Center - Cambridge

153 Alewife Brook Pkwy, CAMBRIDGE, MA

Artisan Childcare Center in Cambridge provides high-quality childcare for children aged six weeks through 2 years, 9 months. Artisan offers a curriculum that is well balanced while placing particular significance on artistic programs as valuable tools necessary to make learning fun and enhance...

Next Generation Children's Centers Sudbury

Next Generation Children's Centers Sudbury

307 Boston Post Road, SUDBURY, MA

NGCC has discovered that children learn best through hands-on activities. Our preschool learning center’s students engage in a variety of educational experiences that take place both indoors and outdoors. These activities are age-appropriate and tailored to the individual needs and interests of each...

Global Children School

Global Children School

4A Gill St, Woburn, MA

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...

Global Children's School

Global Children's School

4A Gill Street, WOBURN, MA

Starting at $615/mo

A joyful, child-centered, multicultural early education in Woburn, Massachusetts. Infants through Kindergarten. Certified, Experienced teachers are trained in early childhood best practices. Convenient locations Woburn, Natick and Cambridge. Great outdoors. Hot meals Included. * We specialize in...

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