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Recent family child care reviews in Needham, MA

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.

Mariposa Child-Care Center, Inc.

5.0

We absolutely love Mariposa. We have had two children start there at 5 months. They have developed ahead of the curve in most areas, and are exceptionally loved and well cared for by the Tias. The community of parents is great too.

- Care member

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.

Family child care in Needham, MA

Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny

Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny

Serving The Greater Boston Area, Needham, MA

Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny provides short and long term nanny placements. Contact us today to discuss your child care needs. It is our pleasure to guide your family through the nanny placement process. info@bostonbabynurse.com 781-444-4063

ABC Childcare

ABC Childcare

171 Gould Street, NEEDHAM, MA

Starting at $1900/mo

At ABC childcare, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to promote holistic development, incorporating a blend of structured activities and free play that encourages creativity, curiosity, and social interaction. From sensory exploration to early literacy and numeracy skills, we tailor our...

NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

238 HIGHLAND AVE, NEEDHAM, MA

Starting at $2044/mo

Needham Montessori School continues a rich tradition of providing a higher standard for early childhood education through the Montessori Method. We are an American Montessori Society (AMS) Full Member School for children from 4 weeks to 12 years. Our school promotes peace, independence,...

Needham Family Daycare has been in business for 28 years. We care for up to 10 children. A day includes painting, coloring, dancing, singing, circle time for reading, free play and many more activities. We have a playground on site. We provide individualized care for each child's unique needs....

Grace Christian Nursery School

543 Greendale Ave., Needham, MA

Grace Christian Nursery School is a state-licensed child care center that offers large groups day care services and school-age care. The company serves families living in the Needham, Massachusetts community and is approved by the state to admit a maximum of thirty students.

Needham Extended Day Program-Eliot

135 Wellesley Ave, Needham, MA

Needham Extended Day Program-Eliot is a licensed child care provider that offers before and after-school care services to children and families residing in Needham, Massachusetts. The company’s goal is to provide a secure and nurturing environment where kindergarten and school-age children are...

Gymboree Play & Music / Needham Gymboree

225 Highland Ave, Needham, MA

Gymboree Play & Music offers early care and education programs to children and families residing in the Needham community. Gymboree Play & Music is a child care facility that aims to support holistic childhood development through age-appropriate academic and enrichment programs. The company offers...

Charles River YMCA Out of School Time Program

863 GREAT PLAIN AVE., NEEDHAM, MA

Charles River YMCA Out of School Time Program is an After school and a family-centered program that nurtures the whole child by inspiring academic success, healthy movement and social and emotional development. The staff of caring, trained educators are role models who lead activities that promote...

A to Z Child Care and Preschool

126 Gould Street, Needham, MA

Our high quality care is offered through learning, exploration and fun! We understand the importance of a consistent, nurturing environment, as well as complex and challenging activity for every child's emotional, cognitive, linguistic and motor development. We believe that all children are unique...

Scalliwags

1346 South Street, NEEDHAM, MA

Starting at $2400/mo

Scalliwags is a small center based childcare program with 3 current locations in the Needham/Wellesley area. Two of our centers are infant/toddler childcare centers and one of our centers offers care for infants through Pre-K. Our program follows play based curriculum with lots of activities that...

Scalliwags ELC

430 Hunnewell Street, NEEDHAM, MA

Starting at $2000/mo

Scalliwags is a small center based childcare program with 3 current locations in the Needham/Wellesley area. Two of our centers are infant/toddler childcare centers and one of our centers offers care for infants through Pre-K. Our program follows play based curriculum with lots of activities that...

Tobin Beaudet Schools

72 School St, Needham, MA

Tobin Beaudet School is a state-licensed child care facility that offers early education programs for kindergarten kids and extended day programs for elementary students. Located in Needham, Massachusetts, the company focuses on teaching and developing children’s core competencies in math, science,...

Temple Beth Shalom Childrens Center

670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA

Temple Beth Shalom Children’s Center is a child care facility that offers early learning programs geared towards preschool children. Located in Needham, Massachusetts, the company admits kids between the ages of two to five years old. The company also programs for kindergarten and elementary...

A to Z Child Care

126 Gould Street, Needham, MA

Conveniently located in a beautiful residential neighborhood in Needham, Massachusetts. The Abbot School's bright, modern facility includes fenced-in play areas, attractive grounds, exquisite garden, carefully selected toys and learning materials, music room and an extensive library of children's...

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...

Camp Matoaka

15 Canavan Cir, Needham, MA

Camp Matoaka in Needham, MA is a childcare and a summer camp for girls by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable child care. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as sport, camping, music, enrichment, and special event.

Pine Village Preschool

65 4th Ave, Needham, MA

Pine Village Preschool is an early education facility located at 65 4th Ave, Needham, MA that orients their child care programs toward enhancing the physical, social, intellectual and emotional development of their students. Their center is open year round except on Sundays and public holidays.

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.


Mariposa Child-Care Center, Inc.

Mariposa Child-Care Center, Inc.

61 Fairview Street, DEDHAM, MA

Starting at $2600/mo

5.0

(3)

Mariposa Child Care Center is a Spanish immersion program. We are a family owned-run-oriented program. Give your child the opportunity of becoming bilingual and enhance his/her possibilities for the future. By learning a second language your child's possibilities are endless.
5.0
"We absolutely love Mariposa. We have had two children start there at 5 months. They have developed ahead of the curve in most areas, and are exceptionally loved and well cared for by the Tias. The community of parents is great too. "

Care member


Little Sprouts Natick

Little Sprouts Natick

11 Huron Drive, NATICK, MA

5.0

(1)

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.


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