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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Wellesley, MA

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.

Honey Pot Family Child Care

5.0

Can I give more than 5 stars? Ivana and Angela have been taking care of our daughter since she was 6 months old and she is now 2. Whenever we drop her off she runs in to hug them and sometimes when I pick her up she ways us both to stay there and play longer. If you are looking for a safe, fun,...

- Joanne H.

Mal's Pals Daycare

5.0

The amount of attention and love my son gets at Mals Pals is the same that his father and I would give him. This is my second child and after being home with the first for 1.5 years I was nervous going back to work but that was eased the second I walked into Mals Pals. You can feel the love and...

- Gina

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.

Peapod Daycare

5.0

My son was under Peapod's care for exactly two years and I simply can't say enough good things about my experience there. On his first day, he was a baby who couldn't walk or talk yet, now he's a thriving, active little boy who can talk your ear off. So whether you're considering Peapod for your...

- Liz R.

Drop-in daycares in Wellesley, MA

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
"Helen is the absolute best! She is 100% reliable and after going through several childcare providers we found her and she provided the care and stability our daughter really needed. She cared for our infant daughter until toddlerhood and was really supportive with...

Tanya D


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
"Can I give more than 5 stars? Ivana and Angela have been taking care of our daughter since she was 6 months old and she is now 2. Whenever we drop her off she runs in to hug them and sometimes when I pick her up she ways us both to stay there and play longer. If...

Joanne H.


Mal's Pals Daycare

Mal's Pals Daycare

44 Ransom Road, Framingham, MA

5.0

(1)

I am in the process of obtaining a license for 6 children. I have a certified assistant (my mom!) that will be working with me once I have 4+ children enrolled. We are located in Framingham, and are brand new! We have a big backyard with a nice sandbox, and lots of age appropriate toys for ages,...
5.0
"The amount of attention and love my son gets at Mals Pals is the same that his father and I would give him. This is my second child and after being home with the first for 1.5 years I was nervous going back to work but that was eased the second I walked into Mals...

Gina


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.


Peapod Daycare

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.


Little Kid'z Corner

Little Kid'z Corner

19 Dietz Road Hyde Park Massachusetts, Hyde Park, MA

5.0

(3)

Hello, My name is Rose I provide childcare to children ages 6weeks up to 5 years old.I provide a welcoming, educational, nurturing, and safe space where children grow and learn. We provide breakfast lunch Safe and loving home setting Fenced yard and nearby park Hands on curriculum Arts and...
5.0
"I can not speak highly enough of Rose and her wonderful home daycare. My son has been there for over 2 years, since he was 3 months old. Rose welcomes him warmly each day and I have never doubted the love and care she has for him. He has also learned so many...

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Garden Montessori

Garden Montessori

15 Campbell Road, Framingham, MA

5.0

(1)

Garden Montessori is a full or part-time affordable Preschool/Kindergarten. Now accepting enrollment from ages 2.9 to age 6. Before Care and Extended Care is also available. A Montessori education is unique. The "Whole Child" approach is the primary goal for each child to reach their potential...
5.0
"Garden Montessori Schoold is licensed by EEC. Website is gardenmontessorischool.weebly.com check it out!!!!!!"

Kenneth K


Camp Young Judaea

Camp Young Judaea

22 Priscilla Cir, Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0

(1)

Camp Young Judaea serves children ages 8-15. Located on 168 acres on the shores of Lake Baboosic, our waterfront features two waterski/wakeboard power boats, canoes, kayaks, sailboats, paddle boats, and windsurfers. Camp facilities include eight tennis courts, several playing fields, basketball and...

Josey's Daycare

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


The Learning Tree Preschool

The Learning Tree Preschool

17 Allston St, Allston, MA

5.0

(2)

The Learning Tree, formerly known as The Wonder Years, is a fully licensed preschool and group daycare center established since 1997. Our goal is to provide the best quality care for children ages 15 months to 6 years old. We do this by providing a caring, nurturing and safe educational...
5.0
"Our 3 year old twin girls have been going to the Learning Tree in Allston since they were 23 months. We couldn't be happier with our experience. The owner Maura and the director Ariana have created a kind and welcoming environment for all the children filled with...

Sonia R.


Fairmount Hill Childcare

Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1, Hyde Park, MA

5.0

(1)

Fairmount Hill Child Care is a licensed home daycare and microschool. We offer quality infant and toddler care with excellent ratios - typically 3 adults for 10 children. We offer preschool starting at 18 months, a dynamic, hands-on pre-k program for 4-year-olds, and we follow a secular,...
5.0
"ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

Pauline P.


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.


Apple Seeds Daycare

Apple Seeds Daycare

65 Apple Dor Road, Framingham, MA

5.0

(1)

We are an affordable childcare solution located in the village of Nobscot in Framingham, Massachusetts. At Apple Seeds, we are parents too. So we've built a place that we'd like to send our own children. We offer: -A loving and experienced teacher committed to you and your child. -A clean...
5.0
"Yana has created a truly wonderful environment for children. Our daughter Olivia has been at Apple Seeds for nine months and our experience has been great. Each child is loved for the little person they are and encouraged to grow and learn; the teachers are...

Jessica C


Sarah's Bilingual Family Child Care

Sarah's Bilingual Family Child Care

202 Grove Street, Belmont, MA

4.5

(2)

Thanks for choosing Sarah's Family Childcare. Our goal is to provide a program that will benefit the child, the parent and the community. We are committed to the development of a well-rounded child with a positive self-image. Our program is designed to expand the individuality of each child by...
5.0
"My daughter attended Sarah's day care from when she was 6 months old until we moved to a different town when she was 22 months old. She had a great experience there, and we always felt she was in good hands with Sarah!"

Janna H.


Raising Stars Family Child Care

Raising Stars Family Child Care

98 Quincy Ave, Dedham, MA

1.0

(1)

Raising Stars has two locations, both situated in Dedham, MA. Our home-based program is licensed for 10 mixed-age group children, including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and is located in, Dedham, MA 02026. Our center-based program is licensed for 41 children and has 6 classrooms. The...

Scribble Dibble

Scribble Dibble

64 Rangeley Road, West Newton, MA

I am a face and body artist who specializes in body art. I create at all types of events including birthday parties, festivals, and fairs. I am a former professional child care provider from Parents in a Pinch. I would like the chance to collaborate with you at group events.

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,...

Like Home Family Daycare

Like Home Family Daycare

19 Clara Rd, Framingham, MA

Hello parents, I am a mother of 2 boys (5 and 8) I was a nanny for more than 10 years before I had kids of my own, and I've been working for Framingham Public Schools as a Portuguese interpreter/ tutor for 2 years. I'm opening my home daycare. I'm passionate about early childhood and my...

Easy Childcare

Easy Childcare

155 Prospect Hill Road, Waltham, MA

I'm a stay at home mom with one child in middle school, one in elementary school and an almost 2 year old. I have over 5 years experience working in residential facilities with troubled youth ranging in age from 5-18. I have been a Girl Scout leader for 4 years with girls starting at 6 years old...

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