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MyDay Childcare

72 W Rowe Street, Auburndale, MA

Have you ever experienced the following: Last minute sick babysitter. Food shopping without kids in tow Want to attend meetings without interruptions Go out for coffee with a friend Go to exercise class:

Barbsplayhouse

11 Sycamore Road, Quincy, MA

I have a drop off preschool based play group half days Monday-Friday. I am open mornings 8:30-12:30. I am EEC certified and looking for toddlers who want to learn through play, make crafts, strengthen fine motor skills, discover new friendships and delight in creating healthy snacks!

Looking for a clean, cozy, and warm setting for your little one(s)? Our brand new daycare in the Boston South End/ Theater District/ Chinatown area is currently enrolling! We service infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children. A few other things we can boast about: *Convenient access for...

Laboure Center Child Care

275 W Broadway, Boston, MA

The Laboure Center Child Care provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in South Boston, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to stimulate the children's creativity, independence,...

DONNA SWALES

61 Paris St, Medford, MA

Donna Swales owns and operates a licensed childcare facility located at 61 Paris Street, Medford, Massachusetts. The facility can accommodate a maximum of eight children and can participate in Subsidized Child Care Program. Donna Swales offers full-time, part-time, drop-in and before/after-school...

Smart Kids Play School

36 Thorpe Road, Needham, MA

Hello, my name is Ashley Redmond and I have 15 plus years of experience with children. I have taught both three and four years and was a Preschool Director. I now have three adorable boys. My oldest is 6 and we also have twins that are three. I have decided to keep the twins home with me until they...

Little Sprouts - Boston University

Little Sprouts - Boston University

815 Albany St, Boston, MA

Little Sprouts Boston BUMC is located right in the heart of the Boston University Medical Campus on Albany Street, near Mass Ave. This school is modern and bright, with spacious classrooms that provide ample space for learning and making connections. A dedicated parking lot behind the school makes...

Huguette Juste-Dessalines

19 Mountain Ave, Dorchester, MA

Huguette Juste-Dessalines provides bilingual preschool for children in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities in order to develop their social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Huguette...

Weekday Nursery School

54 Lincoln St, Newton Highlands, MA

Weekday Nursery School is licensed by the Department Of Early Education and Care. This is a quality Nursery School Environment for children 2:9 to 5 years old. Our program includes a developmentally appropriate curriculum which fosters the love of learning and promotes the growth of social,...

Ms. Marian's NeighborSchool

Ms. Marian's NeighborSchool

647 MASSACHUSETTS AVE, Boston, MA

I want to see growth and development in the kids. That is the key aspect of my program for me. I believe that communication, consistency, and structure are key elements to growth and development. I also value the communication and relationship with parents, because that's where everything starts. I...

Alexander Kidz Day Care

8 Pasadena Rd, Dorchester, MA

The Alexander Kidz Day Care provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They provide a secure environment where the children's holistic growth is encouraged through play-based and child-centered activities. The Alexander Kidz Day Care...

Rosa Ortiz

15 Stellman Rd, Roslindale, MA

Rosa Ortiz provides childcare and an after-school care program for children in Roslindale, Massachusetts. They provide a secure environment where the children's holistic growth is encouraged through play-based and child-centered activities. They have experience in caring for children with special...

Expressions After School, Inc.

Expressions After School, Inc.

CO The Christ Church 1132 Highland Ave., Needham, MA

Expressions After School, Inc. Hours of Operation: The Program runs during the school year, Monday through Friday, from the end of the school day until 6:30 PM. During most Holidays and School Vacations, the Program is open from 7:30AM to 6:30PM. Transportation: Children are picked up at their...

Liana's Family Day Care

50 Prescott Ave, Chelsea, MA

Liana's Family Day Care provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Chelsea, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities in order to develop their social skills, emotional growth, and physical...

LEARNING ADVENTURES CHILDCARE

WELSH ST, Malden, MA

At Learning Adventures Childcare, we believe that each child deserves to grow and learn at his/her own pace. Our responsibility as an Educator is to provide the tools and the environment that will give every child the opportunity to develop to their greatest potential. Children deserve to receive...

KinderExpress

366 Moody Street, Waltham, MA

Kinderexpress is a drop-in service on short notice for anywhere from one to four hours. Instead of having a baby sitter come to your house, we are always here, available to take care of your children, keeping them safe in a very fun environment, where they can meet new friends and play while you are...

Bangera, Vasanti ( Vasanti's Family Child Care)

1737 Commonwealth Avenue, Brighton, MA

Vasanti's Family Child Care offers a nurturing environment to foster the social and emotional growth of your child. We are conveniently located near the Cleveland Circle Area in Brighton, Ma. It is right by all MBTA Green Lines (B, C, D) and has a driveway for drop-off and pick-up. There is a park...

Little Sprouts - Brighton

Little Sprouts - Brighton

640 Washington St, Brighton, MA

Little Sprouts Brighton is conveniently located in the heart of Brighton�s Oak Square in a charming historic brick building that has been completely renovated for a modern experience. Beautiful arched windows in every classroom allow in an abundance of natural light, while glossy bamboo floors and...

On the Road Again Early Learning Center

180 Exchange St, Malden, MA

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The On the Road Again Early Learning Center in Malden, Massachusetts stimulates the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They welcome pre-K aged children to participate in fun activities that encourage social skills, emotional growth, and physical...

Little Sprouts - Boston

Little Sprouts - Boston

160 E Berkeley St, Boston, MA

Conveniently located near Route 93 and the Mass Pike, this school offers award-winning early education and care for infants, toddlers, and preschool in a bright setting with two private, enclosed playgrounds in the rear of the school, hidden from the hustle and bustle of the street.

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