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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 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.
- Care member
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.
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.
SOLBE LEARNING
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 adjust and what we needed to know...
- Care member
Daycares in Medford, MA
Youbellor Child Academy
273 Middlesex Ave., Medford, MA
We are a childcare center located in Medford, Ma. We serve ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our mission is set around the trust and relationships we build with our families for the benefit of the child. Child here learn through circle times and reading time along with art and individual play!
The Play Academy
65 Riverside Ave, Medford, MA
The Play Academy is a child care and learning center for infant, toddler or preschooler located at 65 Riverside Avenue, Medford, Massachusetts. The school offers an active learning program designed to stimulate creativity as well as cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. The Play Academy...
West Medford Community Center
111 Arlington St, Medford, MA
West Medford Community Center serves the children and families living in the community of Medford Massachusetts. It provides social, educational, cultural, health and recreational after-school activities that foster holistic development among children. The center promotes comprehensive active...
Spanish Daycare
1 Winchester Place, Medford, MA
2 Colombian Ex Au pairs looking to teach Spanish and taking care of the children at the same time. We offer our lovely and warm place to help the kids grow up in the best environment while the parents are busy working. Also we have the option to feed them with organic and healthy food prepared by...
Sarah's Daycare
200 Winthrop St, Medford, MA
This is a family daycare located in Medford less then 5 minutes from 93, minutes from Davis Sq and Tufts with openings for newborns through 5 years old. We have a huge play space with 2 playrooms, art room, kitchen, nap room, and a big fenced backyard with 2 large jungle gyms and ride-on toys. I...
Potter Play House
Riverside Avenue, Medford, MA
We offer affordable licensed family child care in the
Somerville, Medford, Malden, and Cambridge area.
We accept ages 3 months to 5 years old.
Hours are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday through Friday).
We provide educational activities which include art projects,
music and movement, and
indoor...
Teddy Bears Bi-lingual Day Care
120 Harvard Street, Medford, MA
Welcome to Teddy Bears Family Child Care your quality Bi-lingual childcare and preschool, located in Medford. We are licensed by EEC, CPR, First Aid Certified and fully insured. We make a commitment to provide quality care and a happy environment where your child is encouraged to learn and grow at...
Summers Edge Day Camp
342 Main St, Medford, MA
Summer's Edge Day Camp has two camps in Lexington and Salem, Massachusetts. Children from three to fourteen years old are welcome to the Day Camp, which follows the traditional coed recreational camp format. Swimming, arts and crafts, hiking, sports, first aid, and evening programs round out the...
Star Family Daycare
105 Dowdoin Street, Medford, MA
Licensed Daycare Educator by EEC, Department of Early Education and Care, has been caring for children in her home since 1997.
My background is in Early Childhood Education and have over twenty years experience. Certifications in CDA, CPR and First Aid.
Infant to school age.
Large fenced in yard...
Terri's Little Pumpkins II Inc.
29 FOREST ST, Medford, MA
Terri's Little Pumpkins II Inc. is a large group daycare center that offers NAEYC-accredited play-based educational child care programs for infants to school-age kids. They accept and handle children ages six weeks to ten years old. Terri's Little Pumpkins II Inc. also provides nutritious meals...
Eliot Pearson Children's School
105 College Ave, Medford, MA
Eliot Pearson Children's School is a child care and education provider that serves the community of Medford, Massachusetts. It offers a fun and active environment and provides appropriate learning programs that stimulate the children's natural curiosity and learning ability. The facility promotes...
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
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
"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...
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
"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
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
(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...
Care member
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.
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
"Friendly and professional staffs and teachers with great and long term experience. Very clean and organized classrooms with high quality learning materials.
We are very fortunate to find this school and excited to see our baby learn and grow here.
"
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."
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Medford, MA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Medford, MA?
Daycare centers near you in Medford, 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 Medford, MA?
Daycares near you in Medford, 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 Medford, MA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Medford, 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 Medford, MA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Medford, 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.
Ratings for Medford, MA daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Daycares in Medford, MA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.