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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Somerville, MA

Little Apple Daycare

5.0

Congratulations to Yu Hong to move her Little Apple Daycare in Saugus Ma, Wakefield line.My son went to Little Apple Daycare when he was two.He was happy to be there, and I had to try hard to get him going home when I picked him up at the end of the day.YuHong took kids outside twice every day when...

- Yu X.

Helen's Family Child Care

5.0

We were lucky enough to come across Helen's Care.com posting when our daughter was about 7 weeks old. We met her and knew before we even left the interview that she was the perfect fit for us. My daughter took to her instantly and a year later Helen is still one of her favorite people in the world!...

- Sarah M.

Stepping Stones Family Care

5.0

We were so lucky to find this type of care for our daughter. While at Stepping Stones, our daughter grew so much on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. It was so fun to pick her up to see what else they did and learned that day (the daily reports are great). Nicole is able to give a lot of 1-on-1...

- Mike A.

Brownstone Kids Academy

5.0

Carly at Brownstone is AMAZING!! My kids have never been so excited about anyplace they've ever gone for childcare. They absolutely love her! The location is also so convenient and it's adorable. There's even a private outdoor space for the kids to play. Couldn't be more appreciative for Carly!

- Carmen B

Gamaland Family Child Care

5.0

Gamaland is amazing! A very clean and well organized place . It has a variety of toys for the children to explore and Play. The children has plenty of space to move around and the owner has a lot of knowledge and experience .

- Angela F

Drop-in daycares in Somerville, MA

Little Apple Daycare

Little Apple Daycare

4 Butterfield Rd, Saugus, MA

5.0

(1)

Little Apple Bilingual Daycare is a family owned, State Licensed childcare serving the needs of families in the Greater Saugus Area. We offer education and care for children, ages from 3 months to 6 years. Business Since: 2014. Total Employees:2-10. Credentials: State licensed, First Aid...
5.0
"Congratulations to Yu Hong to move her Little Apple Daycare in Saugus Ma, Wakefield line.My son went to Little Apple Daycare when he was two.He was happy to be there, and I had to try hard to get him going home when I picked him up at the end of the day.YuHong took...

Yu X.


Helen's Family Child Care

Helen's Family Child Care

19 Cornell Street, Roslindale, MA

5.0

(2)

Hello! I am a mother of two elementary aged children with over 15 years of experience caring for children in and directing enrichment programs. I am offering childcare out of my home for toddlers and/or babies Dependable, creative and flexible providing an environment that is healthy, educational...
5.0
"We were lucky enough to come across Helen's Care.com posting when our daughter was about 7 weeks old. We met her and knew before we even left the interview that she was the perfect fit for us. My daughter took to her instantly and a year later Helen is still one of...

Sarah M.


Stepping Stones Family Care

Stepping Stones Family Care

47 Clifton Street, Malden, MA

5.0

(1)

Stepping Stones is a warm and nurturing community where your infant, toddler, or preschool child will thrive socially and academically. It is a fully licensed daycare/preschool that is run by a BPS teacher and mother of two from a gorgeous and spacious Victorian home across the street from a newly...
5.0
"We were so lucky to find this type of care for our daughter. While at Stepping Stones, our daughter grew so much on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. It was so fun to pick her up to see what else they did and learned that day (the daily reports are...

Mike A.


Brownstone Kids Academy

Brownstone Kids Academy

227 West Canton St., Boston, MA

5.0

(2)

Brownstone Kids Academy is a neighborhood learning center in the heart of Boston that focuses on early childhood development. We believe that children learn best through play in a safe and nurturing environment. The play-based preschool philosophy is designed to enrich the whole child, including...
5.0
"Carly at Brownstone is AMAZING!! My kids have never been so excited about anyplace they've ever gone for childcare. They absolutely love her! The location is also so convenient and it's adorable. There's even a private outdoor space for the kids to play. Couldn't...

Carmen B


Gamaland Family Child Care

Gamaland Family Child Care

44 Myrtle St, Lynn, MA

5.0

(7)

Gamaland provides experiences where children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. We are a Bilingual child care program in Lynn, Massachusetts. Our main goal is to nurture and explore each child uniqueness;by providing safe, warm and loving environment that is enriched with...
5.0
"A very warm and welcomed place. The kids have an environment of love and care. I recommend this place. Lidiany is an excellent and awesome caregiver. I surely recommend this place"

Alexandre R


Honey Pot Family Child Care

Honey Pot Family Child Care

287 Cherry Street, West Newton, MA

5.0

(6)

Hello ! My name is Ivana, and I opened my Licensed Family Child Care program in August, 1981. I offer Full-time, Part-time and summer care. I believe that it is important to provide a safe, nurturing and educational environment for your child, one where social, emotional and...
5.0
"Ivana and Angela took care of our daughter for just under a year, from the time she was 3 months old. They were so attentive and observant, and provided such a great environment for all of the children. It was always really easy to communicate with them, and they...

Abby K.


Little Einstein Family Day Care

Little Einstein Family Day Care

42 Brookledge St, Dorchester, MA

5.0

(1)

Little Einstein Family Daycare is a fun loving place for the children. The child educators are state licensed and take necessary safety precautions. We make sure that children are actively engaged in activities and learning. We have over 10 yrs.of experience. Come and visit our attractive place...

Little Ducks Daycare, Inc.

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.


Adorable Little Angels

Adorable Little Angels

6 Princeton Ave, Waltham, MA

4.0

(1)

I was born in Brazil. There I was a preschool teacher for several years before coming to America. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I provide a supportive nurturing healthy learning environment in my new home (built in 2005). Along side my own daughter (1 year old). The house is...
4.0
"I love kids. I am loving respectful and fun"

Nado Nina K.


Creative Children Childcare

Creative Children Childcare

Julian Street, Dorchester, MA

5.0

(1)

We are new licensed Home Daycare striving to provide a clean safe fun learning environment for children 2-3.5.We offer meals, hands on learning, art, music, theatre, field trips, lesson plans and reasonable rates . We follow a daily schedule working with each child individually to help prepare them...
5.0
"Very down to earth provider , cares for children, providing quality home care in a family setting. I'm happy we found her"

Retresha K.


Little Forest Family Day Care

Little Forest Family Day Care

90 Beach St, Malden, MA

5.0

(3)

Dear parents, My name is Patria, I have an extensive training in childcare and child development, state certified, and 5+ years of experience. Our program offers a safe environment conducive to learning, allowing the child to explore the world in a safe - child proof- environment with indoor /...
5.0
"Patria is the sweetest woman I know! She's been watching my son since he was 3 months old and he loves her! She has a great home and a huge fenced in backyard I would highly recommend her!!"

Jessica R.


Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

32 Morris St., Everett, MA

5.0

(1)

I am a 32-year-old Mom to a 4-month-old baby girl (and Auntie to 10!) and I am looking to care for 2-3 additional young children in my home. My husband and I own a single-family residence in Everett, MA that has a private, fenced-in backyard and is walking distance to multiple parks, the library,...
5.0
"I have a 14 month old daughter who Meghan has taken care of multiple times. Not only is she experienced and reliable, she is extremely attentive to all of my daughters needs. I honestly can say Meghan is the best!"

Krista C


New Star Chinese Art School

New Star Chinese Art School

392 Hancock Street, QUINCY, MA


Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

50 Judson Street, Malden, MA

A newly licensed family childcare provider, open in March 2022. With many years of experience in childcare, I am ready to open in home based childcare. Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse offers great quality care and some benefits for parents, ie: 1. Low ratio educators to children. 2. Provide 2...

Little Owl Family Childcare

Little Owl Family Childcare

1029 Boylston St, Newton Highlands, MA

Little Owl Family Childcare is located in Newton Highland (walk to Green Line Eliot Station). We are a bilingual program (English & Chinese) for young children. Breakfast, lunch and snack included each day. Provider has an early education degree and 7 years childcare center experience.

The Brimmer And May Day Camp

The Brimmer And May Day Camp

69 Middlesex Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA

Brimmer and May Summer Camps offer a variety of exciting and enriching programs designed to meet your family's summer needs from a traditional day camp for younger campers (ages 3 - 10) to our specialty programs, allowing campers to explore specific areas of interest (STEAM, Photography,...

Montessori Nest

Montessori Nest

203 Lowell Street, Lexington, MA

Dear Parents, Montessori Nest located on Arlington Heights-Lexington border has some part-time and full-time openings for Toddlers and Preschoolers. We have a play based curriculum created by the teachers centered around children's interests and development in addition to our Montessori...

The Sunshine Montessori School

The Sunshine Montessori School

17 Hutchinson Rd, Lexington, MA

We are a home-based Montessori school near Lexington Arlington line, now enrolling children from 18 months & up. The Sunshine Montessori School provides a personal home-like environment for young children while also giving them fun and engaging tools to learn and play.

Cynthia's Family Childcare

Cynthia's Family Childcare

22 Hannon Street, Dorchester, MA

I offer split and full week slots. I am a Licensed Early Childhood Educator. My staff and I are CPR and First Aid Certified. We are located in Dorchester and accessible to the MBTA, Bus Routes, Commuter Rail and Expressway. We follow the Boston Public School schedule September through June and offer...

The Tot Spot At Home Care

The Tot Spot At Home Care

6 Maybrook Street, Dorchester, MA

Hello! I am a new business starting out, but I have been a caretaker for six years. I am offering a service a little different from other caregivers. My prices are reduced for affordability and based on other services I offer. I believe that education and development are a priority for each child...

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Ratings for Somerville, MA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Somerville, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.