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Wee Ones Family Child Care
5.0
Our experience with 'Miss Pam' is one that we will take with us forever. She opened her home to my children and showed them the love and compassion that they needed when we (my husband and I) could not be there to provide it. Feeling comfortable leaving your babies in someone else's care and...
- Lisa H
A Little Step At A Time
5.0
Our family had a wonderful experience with Miss Yong! Her daycare is very clean, and she is very caring with the children. She does wonderful activities with the kids and spends tons of time with them playing outside and going for walks to get fresh air. Her home is in a great location, close to...
- Jaimie K.
Joselia Koutsis
5.0
Josie provides amazing care. She's cared for my son since he was about 1-year-old. Her program provides an appropriate amount of structure and provides ample opportunities for play both indoors and outdoors, perfect for the age group. My son is moving on to Pre-K recognizing an array of numbers,...
- Care member
Ellen's Home Daycare
5.0
I cannot recommend Ellen and Jane more highly. They are wonderful, their facility (Ellen's home) is amazing. While my children were in her care she renovated the space so that there is an exclusive entrance for the daycare portion of her home and plenty of open space for different kinds of play....
- Ilana B.
Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare
5.0
We enthusiastically recommend Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare! Our children have been with Karen since they were very young, my son since 18 months and daughter since 4 months. It's really hard to find a good place you feel safe bringing your children to, that feels like family. Karen provides an...
- Lindsay R.
Daycares in Ayer, MA
Little Learners Childcare
9 Hatch St, Ayer, MA
We offer a small multi-age group (10 children) with 2 teachers. The day includes Art, sensory, science activities, circle time, outdoor play and free play are offered. Breakfast, Lunch and 2 snacks are provided. Hours available are 6:30- 6:00 pm.
Ayer Community School
21 Washington St, Ayer, MA
Ayer Community School located in Ayer, MA has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Preschool, Pre Kindergarten, Part time and Full time Child Care, Before and After School Care for...
Wee Ones Family Child Care
Tyngsboro MA, Tyngsboro, MA
5.0
(5)
Wee Ones Family Day Care provides quality child care in a warm, loving family setting led by a provider with over 20 years of experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. We provide a nurturing environment with homelike surroundings; the children feel comfortable, confident and...
5.0
"Our experience with 'Miss Pam' is one that we will take with us forever. She opened her home to my children and showed them the love and compassion that they needed when we (my husband and I) could not be there to provide it. Feeling comfortable leaving your...
Lisa H
A Little Step At A Time
54 Woodland Dr, Lunenburg, MA
5.0
(4)
Hello,
My name is Yong, I am a family childcare provider in Lunenburg, MA. I had worked in the early childhood education field for about 16 years. I am licensed for six children from the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). I can accommodate children from infants to elementary school age...
5.0
"Ms. Yong has been a wonderful provider to my 4.5 and 2.5 year olds. Yong is organized, thoughtful, and creative with her curriculum and is calm and patient with the kids. She has been an wonderful role model and positive influence on my kids. We already miss her...
Meredith M.
Joselia Koutsis
8 Brown Rd, Shirley, MA
5.0
(2)
My name is Josie. I'm originally from Brazil. My primary language is Portuguese, but I speak, read, and write English fluently.
I have 3 beautiful children of my own and I have been working with children for over 15 years. My program is play based with curriculum. I believe children need...
5.0
"Josie's daycare is unbelievable. When we first went for a tour there I was very impressed by her and her space. The lower level of her house is basically dedicated to the kids which includes a little classroom and awesome playroom. Her backyard is even more...
Care member
Ellen's Home Daycare
52 Hayward Road, Acton, MA
5.0
(4)
To provide a quality, loving and nurturing place for young children to grow, to develop, to learn and to explore through play in a fun & safe home environment.
5.0
"I cannot recommend Ellen and Jane more highly. They are wonderful, their facility (Ellen's home) is amazing. While my children were in her care she renovated the space so that there is an exclusive entrance for the daycare portion of her home and plenty of open...
Ilana B.
Lunenburg Learn And Play Home Daycare
446 Reservoir Rd, Lunenburg, MA
I am an experienced preschool teacher, nanny, and mother with a licensed home daycare in Lunenburg. I've developed a curriculum filled with innovative ways to teach developmentally appropriate activities using play-based learning philosophies. As a former preschool teacher l run my daycare with a...
Next Generation Children's Centers*
9 Powers Road, WESTFORD, MA
Next Generation Children’s Center (NGCC) Westford, which opened its doors in 1996, was the second of ten NGCC private preschools opened across Massachusetts. The family of preschool learning centers was established after the founder was unable to find suitable childcare for her first grandchild.
The Busy Beehive Home Daycare
15 Williams Ave., Westford, MA
Are you looking for high quality daycare services in a small group setting? At The Busy Beehive Home Daycare I want families to feel confident their child is in a safe, caring environment where their child loves to spend time learning and growing. I work towards cultivating a positive, fun...
Acorn Child Care Center
439 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA
Together Family Child Care
15 Alyssa Dr, Townsend, MA
Preschool or ages 2-5, full or part time; EEC licensed
The Children's Center at Groton
20 Joy Ln, Groton, MA
At the Children's Center at Groton, we view children as competent learners who come to us with ideas and theories. It is our role as educators to facilitate learning along with them through provocations, listening, documenting and asking open-ended questions.
We believe that our environments are...
Perkins Child Development Center
25 Creamery Rd., Lancaster, MA
The Perkins Child Development Center provides an enriched and engaging environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that encourages their imagination, challenges their thinking skills and enhances their social and language development. Our curriculum is based on the understanding of...
Infant Toddler Childrens Center
149 Central ST, Acton, MA
ITC is a learning community where children from infants to school-age come together with experienced and responsive teachers to learn about themselves, each other, and the world. Focused on play-based learning, we know that children thrive when we respond to their pursuits and ideas, meet their...
Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare
40 Russells Way, Westford, MA
5.0
(8)
At Bouncing Bunnies Family Daycare, we are dedicated to creating a happy and stimulating environment that offers love, acceptance, and a place where every child feels safe and secure. Here, the safety, needs, and happiness of all children is our top priority. With over fifteen years of experience in...
5.0
"It is my pleasure to highly recommend Karen Peterson at Bouncing Bunnies Daycare as a childcare provider. My daughter has been attending Bouncing Bunnies for over two years now and I have been amazed by how she has developed socially, emotionally, and academically...
Hillary B.
Wee Kare Home Daycare
5 Center Place, Stow, MA
5.0
(1)
We are a Licensed Home Daycare in Stow MA. and we currently have full or part time openings for ages 2 mo. - 2.5 years old.
We are a mother/ daughter team and we have been caring for children in our home daycare 27 years and we love helping children to learn and grow!
We offer a warm, loving home...
5.0
"Our boy attended Wee Care from the time he was 12 wks old until he was over 3 years old. It was so hard for us to go back to work after the birth of our first and only child but Debbie couldn't have done a better job in making us feel at ease with the situation....
Brian M
Tammy Caruso
20 Crawford Way, Pepperell, MA
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of three girls under the age of 10, and own and operate a Massachusetts EEC-licensed family daycare, licensed for up to 8 children, with immediate availability! Contact me to arrange a visit. Large fenced in yard. I have been teaching in early childhood education for approximately 18...
5.0
"My son has been with Tammy since he was 4 months old, now 18 months old. Tammy has been an excellent daycare provider and made my transition back to teaching as a first time parent so much easier. She is caring, attentive, communicative, and always planning...
Danielle R
5.0
(1)
Acorn Child Care Center is family owned and operated. Juliana opened the center in the fall of 1991. Her two daughters Hillary and Carly both attended college and majored in Early Childhood and Psychology. They are both on site daily, usually working in a classroom. Carly is usually in...
5.0
"My son attended Acorn Child Care, and he loved it there! The staff is wonderful! "
Chris C.
Village Common Children's Center
5 Brookline St, Townsend, MA
4.0
(1)
The Village Common Children's Center provides a preschool and extended care program in Townsend, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical...
4.0
"Just note that the school age is limited, they may not have room for half days or no school days. The infant toddler program is great as well as the preschool program."
Katrina P.
Lori Warila
3 Weatherbee Rd, Shirley, MA
5.0
(1)
5.0
"I wouldn't trust my young child to anyone but Lori. She's amazing."
Sherri E.
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Ayer, MA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Ayer, MA?
Daycare centers near you in Ayer, MA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Ayer, MA?
Daycares near you in Ayer, MA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Ayer, MA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Ayer, MA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Ayer, MA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Ayer, MA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.