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Recent daycare reviews in Waltham, MA
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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The Goddard School - Wayland
5.0
We're loving Goddard! Our daughter joined about a year ago and it has been tremendous watching her grow and develop.
It is wonderful seeing the relationships she is building with her teachers - who she wants to invite to her birthday parties - and friends. She recently came home and told my wife...
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Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers
5.0
Our kids love the staff at TLC! The teachers and staff are incredibly friendly. The app is always being updated with activities the kids are doing throughout the day, including pictures! The curriculums have supported their learning and creativity, with lots of arts and crafts. We also love being...
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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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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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Daycares in Waltham, MA
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
"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...
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The Goddard School - Wayland
367 Commonwealth Road, WAYLAND, MA
5.0
(3)
We know your child is extraordinary! Discover how our amazing teachers will nurture your child's unique potential during our Week of the Young Child Open House!
Open House Dates and Times:
Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 10am to 12pm
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 3pm to 5pm
Thursday, April 10th, 2025...
5.0
"Our child is loved and very well cared for. Staff is awesome and very dedicated to the children. Our daughter enjoys going to school everyday and has learned so much! Thank you for all you do!"
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5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"Love them! The teachers are so warm and caring. We were so nervous bringing our first baby to daycare the first time and TLC made it the best transition for us and for our son. When I drop him off in the morning he willingly goes to the teachers arms and is very...
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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.
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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 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 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.
5.0
(3)
HAPPY NEWS!!!!
Our Infant room is now licensed!!!. We are currently accepting infants ages 3 months to 15 months. We do have a waitlist( this changes quickly). Please call for a tour at 617-932-1013 or 617-455-1120 (cell). Please email me at maryellen@youbelloracademy.com. We are currently offering...
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...
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5.0
(3)
At ABC childcare, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to promote holistic development, incorporating a blend of structured activities and free play that encourages creativity, curiosity, and social interaction. From sensory exploration to early literacy and numeracy skills, we tailor our...
5.0
"ABC Childcare and Preschool has become a “home away from home” for our daughter. We can focus on work, while our baby is being loved and cared for. From homemade food to yoga classes, concerts and holiday activities, we are confident that our child will be...
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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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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
"Our son started care with Ms. Ahmed when he was 12 weeks old. From the very start, he was always happy and content when we picked him up each day. Ms. Ahmed provided a very nurturing and loving environment. We loved receiving pictures and videos of my son during...
EJ
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
"Peapod has been a wonderful fit for our 2 kids (both of whom started as infants). Shannon is kind, attentive, and responsive. Both of our kids instantly took to her and love going. She provides enriching activities and outdoor time at the park next door. It is...
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5.0
(3)
Panda Cub Academy offers children 6 months to 6 years old a progressive Montessori based curriculum while immersing them in Chinese language and culture. All classes are led by our native Mandarin speaking teachers who are also proficient in English, state certified, and experienced in early...
5.0
"We enrolled our child at Panda Cub Academy when she was almost 3 years old. Prior to that, she was enrolled at another local daycare where she had a difficult experience. She refused to eat or drink during the first week and the school was not proactive about...
Tim C.
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
"Our family has been with Clinton Path Preschool for the past 6 years and are so grateful for the incredibly loving, nurturing, and strong-community based experience. It a city with so many preschool options, Clinton Path is truly a unique school that focuses on...
Sarinnapha V.
Diane's Daycare in Newton
154 Truman Road, Newton, MA
5.0
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5.0
"We were so lucky to have found Diane and her staff. I couldn't have hoped for a more loving daycare family. They took excellent care of our child from the time she was 4 months old until 2.5 years old. My kid came home every day happy, nourished, and loved. She...
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5.0
(1)
Pine Village Preschool is a highly respected Spanish Immersion School for Toddlers and Preschoolers with 10 locations in the Greater Boston area. We enroll students as young as 15 months old and children can enroll in our programs at any time during the year. We offer part-time 2, 3, 4 days a week...
5.0
"They provided good care for my son for the time that he was with them. Not only did they care about the well being of my son but for myself when I was getting the care for my son I was also experiencing a stressful time in my life because I was in school fulltime...
Catalina O.
5.0
(6)
You can call us a preschool. You can call us a daycare, or a childcare center. Just don’t call us average. TOP TOTS is Brookline’s newest hybrid Learning Center. We offer a continuum of education and childcare for Toddlers, Pre-school and Pre-Kindergarten age students. TOP TOTS Learning Center may...
5.0
"We had the pleasure to know Irene when she was taking care of my toddler few years ago. My toddler was very attached to me at the time and it wasn’t easy for her to separate at drop offs. But Irene knew exactly what to do and in a short time gained the trust of...
Pegah K.
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
"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.
Stony Brook School
284 Amory Street, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA
5.0
(3)
Stony Brook School follows an emergent, play-based curriculum for preschool aged children and is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Located within the Jamaica Plain Brewery Complex, we offer a convenient, T-accessible location, with 3,4, or 5 day enrollment options for parents needing full or...
5.0
"We came to Stony Brook School after moving half-way across the country. Our 3 year old felt right at home at Stony Brook School. He knew this was the right school for him after seeing some of the websites pictures about the play spaces, "I want to go to the school...
Michelle S.
Babies Canopy Home Daycare
210 Katahdin Drive, Lexington, MA
I really love to spend time with kids. My son is at age of 14. My love my son very much. Since my early age, I like kids and love their accompany. From this passion I started my day care center. And I want to continue this endeavor to new height.
Little Sprouts Watertown
150 Coolidge Ave, WATERTOWN, 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 offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs.
Located on...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Waltham, MA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Waltham, MA?
Daycare centers near you in Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA?
Daycares near you in Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Waltham, 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.