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Northshore Early Learning Center
5.0
This daycare has changed my overall view and trust in a daycare. With my first child I was very hesitant and she did not attend daycare. With my second child however, she was introduced to this amazing group at an early age. I can see the positive influence in my baby, as well as the difference...
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Little Ducks Daycare, Inc.
5.0
My son has been going to Little Ducks Daycare for 2.5 years, since he was 8 months old. I have been incredibly happy with his care! Catherine is great and keeps the kids busy with tons of outdoor adventures, and indoor crafts and educational activities. She is small enough to give each kid...
- Beth M.
Suzy's School
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 made so much progress with writing...
- Amy S.
Peapod Daycare
5.0
My son was under Peapod's care for exactly two years and I simply can't say enough good things about my experience there. On his first day, he was a baby who couldn't walk or talk yet, now he's a thriving, active little boy who can talk your ear off. So whether you're considering Peapod for your...
- Liz R.
Shirin Family Day Care
5.0
Ms Ahmed cared for my son from when he was 1 to 3 years old. We had a great experience and I really valued her knowledge on child development. She pushed him to meet his milestones on walking, talking etc. Her home set up is really great-beautiful safe spacious inside and outside spaces. If you’re...
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Daycares in East Boston, MA
Growing World Learning Center
956 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA
At Growing World Learning Center, we know the importance of providing a quality-learning environment for young children to explore and learn. Through creativity in the early years of education, we emphasize the process of learning over the result; teachers facilitate and support children's...
Shining Star Day Care
80 BORDER ST, EAST BOSTON, MA
Shining Star Day Care in EAST BOSTON, MA encourages the kids to express their creativeness to strengthen their positive self-image. This state-licensed child care allows the students to interact while cooperating, sharing, and taking turns through play. They promote a professional environment that...
East Boston YMCA @ Samuel Adams
165 WEBSTER ST, EAST BOSTON, MA
East Boston YMCA @ Samuel Adams is a child care and education provider that serves the community of East Boston, Massachusetts. It offers a fun and positive environment and provides age-appropriate activities for children of all ages. The center promotes good values to make sure that children will...
Harbor Area Early Childhood Service
130 CONDOR ST., EAST BOSTON, MA
Harbor Area Early Childhood Service provides a high quality, healthy, nurturing, fun, and educational environment. The center provides early stimulating care and educational experiences promoting each child’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Their goal is to support children’s...
The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center
68 CENTRAL SQ, EAST BOSTON, MA
The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center provides an after-school program designed for school-age children ages five to 14 years old. The program is designed to support student’s development in the following areas: literacy, problem-solving, science, and the arts. The Social...
East Boston Head Start-Bennington
1222 Bennington St, EAST BOSTON, MA
The East Boston Head Start-Bennington in East Boston, Massachusetts offers child care and preschool education to children from low-income families, from six weeks old up to five years old. Head Start prepares the children for further education by providing activities that stimulate the children's...
E-Boston Social Center Oh Preschool
191 Faywood Ave, East Boston, MA
E-Boston Social Center is an education provider in East Boston that offers different academic programs to children ages 5 to 12 years old. The school’s programs mainly focus on developing 4 areas: literacy, problem-solving, science, and arts. Social skills are developed through small and large group...
5.0
(3)
At Northshore Early Learning Center we provide a nurturing and safe environment for your little ones to grow, learn, and play. Our experienced and caring staff are dedicated to fostering your development through love, engaging activities and educational opportunities.
5.0
"My son has been thriving in preschool program. The teachers incorporate multiple different languages into the curriculum, which is a huge bonus for my family. I also love their play based curriculum and their loving staff!"
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Little Ducks Daycare, Inc.
12 Benjamin Rd., Belmont, MA
5.0
(1)
Little Ducks Daycare, Inc. is a licensed family home daycare located in Belmont, MA. Just over the Waltham, Watertown, Arlington lines.
We look forward to having a wonderful experience caring for your child, and intend to treat them as we do our own. At Little Ducks Daycare, be certain that your...
5.0
"My son has been going to Little Ducks Daycare for 2.5 years, since he was 8 months old. I have been incredibly happy with his care! Catherine is great and keeps the kids busy with tons of outdoor adventures, and indoor crafts and educational activities. She is...
Beth M.
5.0
(3)
5.0
"The staff at the Hathaway School really cares about their students and have a great curriculum. They have done an amazing job getting my son ready for kindergarten. In the short amount of time my son has been there, his writing and scissor skills have improved...
Bonnie P.
Peapod Daycare
53 Pearl St, Newton, MA
5.0
(10)
Peapod Daycare is a family child care service provider located in the Newton area serving children from 3 months to school age. We specialize in bilingual care (English and Mandarin).
5.0
"My 2 year old daughter has been attending Peapod since she was 9 months old (September 2020). As a first time mom with a lot of anxiety over finding the best care providers plus covid safety concerns, we were lucky to find Peapod. I will forever be grateful for the...
Maria S.
Shirin Family Day Care
8 Theresa Road, Stoneham, MA
3.0
(2)
Licensed and certified Montessori teacher in business since 1990, providing an in-home Montessori program for infants and toddlers in a well equipped, safe, warm and loving environment. Small group of children and limited spots are available, individual care and attention for each child is...
5.0
"Ms Ahmed cared for my son from when he was 1 to 3 years old. We had a great experience and I really valued her knowledge on child development. She pushed him to meet his milestones on walking, talking etc. Her home set up is really great-beautiful safe spacious...
Care member
5.0
(4)
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
"I cannot recommend SolBe enough as a daycare. The teachers, curriculum, and sense of community are outstanding. It’s a small environment where every educator knows your child personally and truly cares for them. I’ve seen my children thrive socially, emotionally,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
At Three Ducklings Learning Center, our mission is to provide a nurturing and enriching environment where every child’s potential is recognized, cherished, and cultivated. We are committed to fostering a place where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore, learn, and grow. With a...
5.0
"From the depths of our hearts, we give our sincerest appreciation to Lorena, whose exceptional qualities as a teacher have left an indelible mark on our children’s lives. For five remarkable years, Lorena has been more than a teacher; she has been a guardian,...
Sydney M.
Clinton Path Preschool
58 Irving St., BROOKLINE, MA
5.0
(4)
"Welcome to Clinton Path Preschool, a place where joyful learning thrives through friendship and play in our cooperative community. Our mission is to inspire children, recognizing them as capable individuals who navigate, inquire, create, and explore their world in many ways. Rooted in our...
5.0
"We have had an amazing experience at Clinton Path Preschool. I wasn’t sure about the play based model but the more I learned and saw our daughter thriving, the more I have become a believer in this teaching model. The teachers are also actual teachers. They truly...
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Red Apple
91 Belmont St, Everett, MA
5.0
(15)
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...
5.0
"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 it was the best place for her to be as a baby and young toddler. Jing is loving, caring and patient and I could...
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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
5.0
(3)
We offer a family oriented child care setting supported by play based learning. We strive to provide social/emotional and academic growth during a child's early years.
5.0
"Everyone is great there! My daughter always comes home with a smile on her face! We love Youbellor!"
Mike X.
X Y Z Family Child Care
464 Sea St, Quincy, MA
5.0
(7)
We are a provider of family child care services and have been in operation for over 20 years. We offer a nurturing and caring environment that fosters development for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. I offer organic food for the children. Our teachers are CDA certified, NAFCC accredited,...
5.0
"Our Family had a great experience with XYZ care. My daughter learned a great deal of skills and had a great time @ Latifa's."
Amjad
Spanish Immersion Montessori School
75 VERNON ST, NEWTON, MA
5.0
(1)
Spanish Immersion Montessori offers a total language immersion and multicultural Montessori education in a stimulating, nurturing environment for children ages 15 months-5 years. Our educational programs do much more than teach your child; they instill confidence, independent thought and a-long love...
5.0
"We are so pleased with SIMS. Our son has been attending SIMS since he was 18 months and we have been so happy with the care and instruction he is getting there. First and foremost, the teachers and staff are so loving. They treat our baby as their own. I have no...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in East Boston, MA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in East Boston, MA?
Daycare centers near you in East Boston, 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 East Boston, MA?
Daycares near you in East Boston, 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 East Boston, MA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in East Boston, 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 East Boston, MA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in East Boston, 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.