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Little Sprouts Woburn
5.0
I love little sprouts not just as the school for my daughter but also as a workplace. I have been working for them for about two years now as an infant teacher and I have my daughter enrolled as well at the Toddlers’s classroom. She loves it there and looks happy with every teacher. I highly...
- Care member
Little Sprouts Milton
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 into preparing meaningful...
- Care member
Tender Loving Care Childcare
5.0
Certainly! Here’s a heartfelt review you can write for TLC:
A Wonderful Experience at TLC
I can’t say enough positive things about TLC! Both of my children have attended TLC since they were babies, and I’m so grateful for the care and education they’ve received over the years. From the very...
- Care member
L. Family Daycare
5.0
I took my daughter to Stephanie after being home with her for 7 months straight during the COVID lockdown. During this time, I grew very attached to my little girl, and eventually became so attached that I trusted few others to care for her. Eventually, when it was time to go back to work, we took...
- Mike F
Little Sprouts Natick
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 into preparing meaningful...
- Alex L.
Daycares in Watertown, MA
Milestones Child Care Center & Preschool
167 Waverley Ave, Watertown, MA
Located in Watertown, Massachusetts, Milestones Child Care Center & Preschool is an early childhood care and education provider for children from 15 months up to 5 years old. It provides a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children thrive and grow to their full potential. The school...
Growing Places Preschool
30 Common St, Watertown, MA
Growing Places Preschool is a small group, mixed-age child care facility that offers programs geared for preschoolers. The company is based in Watertown, Massachusetts and is fully licensed for a total of 29 students. The company implements an NAEYC-accredited curriculum with a strong focus on...
Milestones Childcare Center and Preschool
167 Waverley Ave, Watertown, MA
Milestones is a fun, hands on environment where children learn and grow. We offer both full and part time care options and are very flexible and understanding of each individual families needs. We have an age appropriate curriculum in each classroom and creative, caring staff who make each day a new...
First Step Child Care Center Inc
1078 Belmont St, Watertown, MA
First Step Child Care Center is a childcare facility located in Watertown that offers early education programs to children ages one month up to five years old. Their programs are designed to meet the needs of specific child groups like infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The company’s goal is to...
First Path Daycare Center
25 Whites Ave, Watertown, MA
First Path is a childcare facility in Watertown that offers age group appropriate programs to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The curriculum for their toddler and preschool programs incorporate core competency subjects such as math, reading, science, and history. They also offer enrichment...
Circle of Boston Nursery School
694 Mount Auburn St, Watertown, MA
1.0
(1)
Circle of Boston Nursery School is a Japanese/English bilingual nursery school located at 694 Mount Auburn Street, Watertown, Massachusetts. The school is open from Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 AM to 4:P30 PM. Circle of Boston Nursery School provides children with a friendly and comfortable...
St. Stephens Armenian Preschool
46 ELTON AVE, WATERTOWN, MA
St. Stephens Armenian Preschool emphasizes a balance of intellectual and social development for students to learn and function independently throughout their lives. They prepare an engaging curriculum for a small group of children. The school provides them with the skills necessary to succeed in...
Linda's Family Child Care
96 Fayette Street, Watertown, MA
Spots available for children 12 months (walking independently) to 5 years. The family child care is licensed and the provider has over 20 years of experience. Very reasonable rates. Open Monday-Friday; 6:30am to 6:30pm. No pets/no smokers. Licensed for a maximum of 6 children.
Breakfast,...
Stepping Stones Preschool
226 Mt. Auburn St, Watertown, MA
Stepping Stones Preschool is an educational childcare facility that was established to provide quality care and early learning for children living in Watertown, Massachusetts and nearby communities. It provides a safe, healthy and stimulating environment suitable for children's growth and...
Little Sprouts Woburn
4 Gill Street, WOBURN, MA
5.0
(1)
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.
Convenient...
5.0
"I love little sprouts not just as the school for my daughter but also as a workplace. I have been working for them for about two years now as an infant teacher and I have my daughter enrolled as well at the Toddlers’s classroom. She loves it there and looks happy...
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Little Sprouts Milton
919 Blue Hill Avenue, MILTON, MA
4.8
(4)
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.
Built from...
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...
Care member
Tender Loving Care Childcare
23 Warren Ave Ste 180, WOBURN, MA
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
"Certainly! Here’s a heartfelt review you can write for TLC:
A Wonderful Experience at TLC
I can’t say enough positive things about TLC! Both of my children have attended TLC since they were babies, and I’m so grateful for the care and education they’ve received...
Care member
L. Family Daycare
40 Chestnut Street, Stoneham, MA
4.3
(7)
I am a licensed family child care in Stoneham. I have been doing home daycare for 21 years, but prior to that I was a Director of a group daycare center. My home daycare is just that a home daycare. I want my children to feel as comfortable as they feel at their own home. I feel the same way about...
5.0
"I would absolutely recommend Stephanie to anyone that I know looking for a safe, reliable and nurturing daycare. My first son started there when he was around 10 months and he absolutely loved it there, I never had any issues and he was always safe, I never for a...
Kristin S.
Little Sprouts Natick
11 Huron Drive, NATICK, MA
5.0
(2)
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
(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
(4)
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
"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.
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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Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center
49 Winchester St., NEWTON HIGHLANDS, MA
Starting at $2900/mo
5.0
(3)
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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Care member
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
""Both of my kids attended during the pandemic. They were a complete life-saver. They started with a small group of kids, and they were absolutely wonderful. The loved the kids and the kids could feel this! They came home so happy. Their staff is really, really...
Adriana O.
5.0
(2)
Physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth is the most important factor in a child's development. At Raising Stars, we believe that each child is unique. Every child’s unlimited potential needs to be uncovered with a special approach. We give your child a safe and happy learning environment...
5.0
"We are beyond happy with Raising Stars Center! We are first time parents and started our 4 month old daughter with Raising Stars full time, 5 days a week. We came to Raising Stars after a poor experience with another daycare provider and I'm so happy we did. The...
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Watertown, MA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Watertown, MA?
Daycare centers near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
Daycares near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Daycares in Watertown, MA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.