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Recent family child care reviews in Newton Upper Falls, MA

Happy Child Day Care Center & Preschool

5.0

My wife and I can’t say enough about Happy Child. The love and care they showed our children could not be matched. The teachers truly love all of the kids and put everything into their work. This is truly a special place, and thanks to the directors Mirah and Roman incredibly well run. We can not...

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ABC Childcare

5.0

ABC Childcare and Preschool has become a “home away from home” for our daughter. We can focus on work, while our baby is being loved and cared for. From homemade food to yoga classes, concerts and holiday activities, we are confident that our child will be prepared for school. As an educator, I...

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Mariposa Child-Care Center

5.0

Mariposa is so wonderful. Tío José and Tía have cultivated such a warm and welcoming community where our two children have thrived. The teachers are kind, dedicated, and thoughtful— I know that my kids are being both nurtured and stimulated at such a crucial time in their intellectual and...

- Miriam P.

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.

Stony Brook School

5.0

We came to Stony Brook School after moving half-way across the country. Our 3 year old felt right at home at Stony Brook School. He knew this was the right school for him after seeing some of the websites pictures about the play spaces, "I want to go to the school with the dinosaurs" he said...

- Michelle S.

Family child care in Newton Upper Falls, MA

Happy Child Day Care Center & Preschool

Happy Child Day Care Center & Preschool

1191 Chestnut St, Newton Upper Falls, MA

The story of Happy Child Preschool & Daycare began many years ago in the former Soviet Union. The director, Mira Fayngersh, grew up in a family of educators. Mira's mother was a life-long math teacher and her father was a school principal. Although Mira graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Chemical...
5.0
"My wife and I can’t say enough about Happy Child. The love and care they showed our children could not be matched. The teachers truly love all of the kids and put everything into their work. This is truly a special place, and thanks to the directors Mirah and Roman...

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The Countryside Children’s Center at Upper Falls, Massachusetts has been providing child care services since 1977. They offer an after-school program in a safe and nurturing environment. They accept kindergarten to school age children. They serve 150 children on weekdays from 8:45AM till 11:45 PM.

ABC Childcare

ABC Childcare

171 Gould Street, NEEDHAM, MA

Starting at $1900/mo

5.0

(3)

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...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at this wonderful family-owned daycare. Our son attended for three years, and the level of care, attention, and love he received was exceptional. The staff is genuinely caring and creates a warm atmosphere that feels like...

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Mariposa Child-Care Center

Mariposa Child-Care Center

15 myrtle street, DEDHAM, MA

Starting at $692/mo

5.0

(2)

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
"Mariposa is so wonderful. Tío José and Tía have cultivated such a warm and welcoming community where our two children have thrived. The teachers are kind, dedicated, and thoughtful— I know that my kids are being both nurtured and stimulated at such a crucial time...

Miriam P.


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
"Peapod has been a wonderful fit for our 2 kids (both of whom started as infants). Shannon is kind, attentive, and responsive. Both of our kids instantly took to her and love going. She provides enriching activities and outdoor time at the park next door. It is...

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Stony Brook School

Stony Brook School

284 Amory Street, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA

5.0

(3)

Stony Brook School follows an emergent, play-based curriculum for preschool aged children and is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Located within the Jamaica Plain Brewery Complex, we offer a convenient, T-accessible location, with 3,4, or 5 day enrollment options for parents needing full or...
5.0
"We fell in love with the Stony Brook School (SBS) when seeking a local preschool or daycare center for our child in the Jamaica Plain area. We chose SBS for our child because of the play based curriculum, emphasis on learning early social and emotional skills, and...

Amanda C.


Loleeta's Family Child Care

Loleeta's Family Child Care

66 Colonial Ave, Dorchester Center, MA

5.0

(1)

I am a professional and have been providing services to the community for over 20 years. I am Licensed by EEC, and a Quality Child Care Educator, Loving and Experienced. The children Learn through music, movement, and play. I provide age Appropriate Educational Curriculum, and nutritious...
5.0
"100/100 highly recommended! My son learns so fast and so well. I love their bond and how she loves my son. I’ll forever appreciate her efforts and her hard work doesn’t go unseen! "

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Top Tots Learning Center

Top Tots Learning Center

1560 Beacon St, BROOKLINE, MA

Starting at $2400/mo

5.0

(6)

You can call us a preschool. You can call us a daycare, or a childcare center. Just don’t call us average. TOP TOTS is Brookline’s newest hybrid Learning Center. We offer a continuum of education and childcare for Toddlers, Pre-school and Pre-Kindergarten age students. TOP TOTS Learning Center may...
5.0
""Our 2.9 years old son has been attending Top Tots Center since November 2023 and it’s been a great experience for him and for us. The center is family-run by owners Bill and Irene, who are professional and thoughtful in creating the best environment for the...

MARTINA B.


Little Pandas Home Daycare

Little Pandas Home Daycare

15 SYCAMORE ROAD, Newton, MA

5.0

(3)

We are a state-licensed bilingual family daycare with an integration of American and Asian cultures. We speak both English and Chinese. We have been serving families in Watertown/Newton area for over 20 years. Our children's families come from various cultural background and nationalities including...
5.0
"I would give more than 5 stars to little pandas if I can. My daughter has been with Ms. Fei (owner) and Ms. Huang (assistant) for 3 years and has thrived there. She loves the teachers and her friends from the daycare so much like it is her second family. We came...

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Golden Chickpea Part-Time Preschool

Golden Chickpea Part-Time Preschool

224 Washington Street, BROOKLINE, MA

Starting at $1200/mo

5.0

(3)

Join us at the GoldenChickpea part-time preschool with your little one. We offer an individualized and unique child care service that allows kids to be themselves, discovering their own passions, abilities and interests. Centered on developing self confidence, comfortably sharing the world of...
5.0
"I would rate Gold Chickpea as a 5. Cecilia was very accommodating, and the teachers were very kind and absolutely the best. The teachers were very attentive and encouraging, so my daughter felt comfortable from the first day of preschool. As a parent, I was so...

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Little Kid'z Corner

Little Kid'z Corner

19 Dietz Road Hyde Park Massachusetts, Hyde Park, MA

5.0

(2)

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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Allie's Tots

Allie's Tots

6 Dothan Street, Arlington, MA

I provide family child care on a full-time basis for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children. Spots are now available for full-time care, 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday-Friday in Arlington Heights (convenient to Route 2 off the Park Avenue Exit). When I was a working mom, I felt such fear and...

Youbellor Child Academy- Medford

Youbellor Child Academy- Medford

273 Middlesex Avenue, MEDFORD, MA

Starting at $1700/mo

We offer a family oriented child care setting supported by play based learning. We strive to provide social/emotional and academic growth during a child's early years.

Little Star Of Ours

Little Star Of Ours

3 Palermo Street, Cambridge, MA

Licensed Family Child Care Educator by the Office of Child Care Services and the National Association for Family Child Care Accreditation (NAFCCA). Curriculum Includes: Bilingual (Spanish/English) and multicultural environment. Language Development (both languages). Sensory...

Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers

Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers

101 River Road, WESTON, MA

Starting at $110/mo

At our center, we provide a warm, loving, and caring environment where every child is treated like family. Our dedicated teachers go above and beyond to support each child’s growth and development, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We are honored to have been recognized as one...

Creative Children Childcare

Creative Children Childcare

Julian Street, Dorchester, MA

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...

Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2, Dorchester, MA

Kidzkollege Early Education and Preschool is, licensed has a Non traditional hour by the department of early childcare education. We served infants, toddlers, before and after school program and weekend care is available. We are family oriented. Guaranteed the safety of each child in our...

Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, LLC

Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, LLC

18 Prescott Street, HYDE PARK, MA

Starting at $550/mo

We at Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, (BBEELC) extends a warmest welcome to you and your family. Our goal is for your children to develop and EXCEL into healthy and smart individuals. We acknowledge that no child is the same, so we plan to individualized learning and activities to meet the...

Little Sprouts Natick

Little Sprouts Natick

11 Huron Drive, NATICK, MA

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...

Little Sprouts Medford

Little Sprouts Medford

137 Main Street, MEDFORD, MA

Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Welcome to...

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