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Recent family child care reviews in Florence, MA

Free To Be A Child

5.0

We're on our second child enrolled at Free to be a Child and it's a truly extraordinary program. Lise is a talented teacher who knows how to ask just the right questions to encourage a child to take their thinking or interest a step further. Kids have lots of time outside (even more since COVID,...

- Sarah R.

SHIRLEY MARIE GUERTIN

5.0

A++ i could not expect better;; kind, open communication. concern and care for my child.Her social + cognitive skills have improved dramstically.she loves her time there.The owner takes an interest in every child

- Thomas R

Smith College Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill

5.0

The teachers in this program are all warm, experienced, and highly educated. The facility and materials are beautiful and the child:teacher ratios in the classrooms are exceptional. The teachers include full-time music and art teachers with dedicated studio classrooms.

- Martha C.

Our Lady's Child Care Center

5.0

I spent quite a long time researching daycare centers and home care providers in the Easthampton MA area. I choose Our Lady of the Valley because all of the providers there seemed like they loved their jobs and the buildings were secure (you wouldn't believe how many places leave doors open). My...

- Audrey M.

Clown Around Preschool & Daycare Center

5.0

We love clown around, my son wakes up each morning hoping for it to be a school day. Barbara and Lynn do a great job making the children's space welcoming and enjoyable. The outside playground is outstanding!

- Kayla M.

Family child care in Florence, MA

Free To Be A Child

Free To Be A Child

Corticelli Street, Florence, MA

5.0

(3)

Free to be a Child is a home-based, Reggio-inspired program for a mixed-age group of homeschoolers and preschoolers, run by Lise McGuinness. FtbaC currently serves children 3 through 13 years old. Homeschooling your child, but need child care while you work? I'd love to work with you. Your...
5.0
"We could not have imagined a more rich experience for our son. Lise creates an environment where creativity and curiosity, flourish and where deep thinkers with kind hearts are nurtured."

Emily R


Shirley Marie Guertin provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Florence, 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...
5.0
"A++ i could not expect better;; kind, open communication. concern and care for my child.Her social + cognitive skills have improved dramstically.she loves her time there.The owner takes an interest in every child"

Thomas R


Nonotuck Community School

Nonotuck Community School

221 Riverside Dr, Florence, MA

Nonotuck Community School curriculum is play-based and inspired by progressive early childhood education theory. Curriculum emerges from the children s interests and is sparked by their teachers enthusiasms. We emphasize community, emotional intelligence and resilience and provide ample...

Ms. Shirley's NeighborSchool

Ms. Shirley's NeighborSchool

495 Burts Pit Rd, Florence, MA

Ms. Shirley's NeighborSchool is a licensed home daycare in Florence, MA. As a parent, figuring out child care can feel daunting. Especially if you're trying to find child care for the first time. You want something that feels right, something that's going to give you the peace of mind that your...

Ryan Road Head Start

Robert K finn Elementary School 498 RYAN RD, FLORENCE, MA

Ryan Road Head Start provides a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for the world of kindergarten. The curriculum caters to families that value education, going above and beyond traditional child care.

Diane Johnson

42 Bliss St, Florence, MA

Diane Johnson provides preschool and a before- and after-school care program for children in Florence, 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....

SUSAN BRISTOL

30 Scanlon Ave, Florence, MA

Susan Bristol provides a preschool and extended care program in Florence, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Susan Bristol's...

The Smith College Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill is a campus-based program providing high quality early education and child care to Smith College employees and members of the surrounding communities. The program offers part- and full- time enrollment for infants, toddlers, and...
5.0
"The teachers in this program are all warm, experienced, and highly educated. The facility and materials are beautiful and the child:teacher ratios in the classrooms are exceptional. The teachers include full-time music and art teachers with dedicated studio...

Martha C.


Free To Be Childcare

Free To Be Childcare

Rocky Hill, Hadley, MA

"FREE to Be Childcare on rocky hill road cozy house sits full of love, kids, cats and a friendly dog. Waldorf inspired loving care Healthy vegetarian meals included, focused on learning to love fruits and vegetables (I can serve vegan, gluten free, sugar free or any other diet...

Blessed Sacrament School

Blessed Sacrament School

21 Westfield Road, Holyoke, MA

Blessed Sacrament Preschool offers separate programs for 3 year olds and 4 year olds. Full day and half day programs are available as well as a 2-5 day per week option for 3 year olds and a 3-5 day per week option for the 4 year olds. Our Preschool uses a curriculum that promotes learning through...

Our Lady's Child Care Center

35 Pleasant St, Easthampton, MA

5.0

(1)

Our Lady's Child Care Center provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Easthampton, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Our Lady's Child Care Center accommodates part-time care schedules...
5.0
"I spent quite a long time researching daycare centers and home care providers in the Easthampton MA area. I choose Our Lady of the Valley because all of the providers there seemed like they loved their jobs and the buildings were secure (you wouldn't believe how...

Audrey M.


Clown Around Preschool & Daycare Center

31 Gunn Rd, Southampton, MA

5.0

(1)

The Clown Around Preschool provides preschool and a before- and after-school care program for children in Southampton, 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...
5.0
"We love clown around, my son wakes up each morning hoping for it to be a school day. Barbara and Lynn do a great job making the children's space welcoming and enjoyable. The outside playground is outstanding!"

Kayla M.


All About Learning, LLC

287 Russell St, Hadley, MA

5.0

(1)

A local mall Child care facility with two sites. One site is in Amherst and one is in Hadley, Mass. Both centers enroll approximately 40 children each. Opened our doors in 1989 ( 26 years of experience) and through the years have earned an excellent reputation. We now are servicing some children...
5.0
"I was very nervous about enrolling my son in daycare. As a newly single mom, I wasn't quite sure how I would feel about dropping him off with strangers, and how I could trust anyone to take care of him the way that I can. Judy and I sat down and she assured me...

Beth F.


Brighter Beginnings Child Care, LLC

411 Granby Rd, South Hadley, MA

3.7

(3)

Located in South Hadley, Massachusetts, Brighter Beginnings Child Care encourages children to unfold their personalities and abilities. It provides a nurturing and understanding environment for children. It offers an independent early childhood program that promotes the physical, emotional, and...
5.0
"I have two children who are enrolled in the program at BBCC we LOVE it! My children are learning color,numbers and more!"

Lillian E.


Busy Bees Family Child Care

Busy Bees Family Child Care

3 Hillside Meadows Drive, Southampton, MA

Quality Child Care at Affordable Prices. Go to work knowing your child is well taken care of! A licensed experienced Mother of 4 and Grandmother will care for your child(ren) in a loving, preschool like setting. I offer a large, safe, outdoor area for fresh air playtime. I provide...

Community Action @ Vernon St.

56 VERNON ST, NORTHAMPTON, MA

Community Action @ Vernon St. in Northhampton, Massachusetts seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 58 children from infants to preschool.

Center for Youth and Family Services

368 MAPLE ST, HOLYOKE, MA

Center for Youth and Family Services in HOLYOKE, MA offers state-licensed child care and educational opportunities that enable children to explore, learn, and question in a challenging environment. They believe that the kids are unique individuals who are ready for independence and naturally...

Williston Northampton Child Care Center

19 PAYSON AVE, EASTHAMPTON, MA

Williston Northampton Child Care is a family owned and operated childcare and learning center. Here, they are a committed partner in building your child's development and educational foundation. The programs are designed to fit the individual needs of each stage of development.

Rise & Shine Academy

30 Old Lyman Rd, South Hadley, MA

Rise and Shine Academy (RSA) provides quality child care services to families of children between 1 month and 7 years of age. Based in South Hadley, Massachusetts, this school offers a developmentally appropriate program intended to promote skill development and social competency. The center is...

Montessori At Home

20 Country Lane, South Hadley, MA

Montessori at Home is a Montessori inspired home daycare. This program will support your little one's inherent love of learning by giving them the opportunity to be spontaneous, independent, and engage in meaningful activities. This daycare will provide a Montessori prepared environment where your...

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