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Recent family child care reviews in Waltham, MA
Cathy Daycare
5.0
My daughter was born prematurely. I had to go back to work after my maternity leave ended and Cathy has done a great job feeding my child to healthy weight! She is now 2 years old and really enjoyed her time going to daycare. Cathy has a fenced in yard for the kids to play outside. She also served...
- Lulu T.
Youbellor Child Academy- Medford
5.0
Everyone is great there! My daughter always comes home with a smile on her face! We love Youbellor!
- Mike X.
Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers
5.0
Our kids love the staff at TLC! The teachers and staff are incredibly friendly. The app is always being updated with activities the kids are doing throughout the day, including pictures! The curriculums have supported their learning and creativity, with lots of arts and crafts. We also love being...
- Care member
L. Family Daycare
5.0
I took my daughter to Stephanie after being home with her for 7 months straight during the COVID lockdown. During this time, I grew very attached to my little girl, and eventually became so attached that I trusted few others to care for her. Eventually, when it was time to go back to work, we took...
- Mike F
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.
Family child care in Waltham, MA
Cathy Daycare
28 Roundwood Rd, Newton, MA
5.0
(5)
Offering family child care. Please email to
cathydaycarenewton@gmail.com for inquires and rates.
5.0
"Our friend suggested Cathy when she was just starting her daycare. My daughter (she was 9 months then) joined there from the first day Cathy started her business. She was the only baby for a while which helped them to build the bonding between each other. We loved...
Ozge G.
5.0
(4)
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.
5.0
"I love the staff! They are so incredibly kind and caring. All of the teachers treat the children like their own. It feels like a family environment! My child has been there since he was 12 weeks old and as hard as it was for me as a mother, to send him somewhere I...
Lidia X.
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"Love them! The teachers are so warm and caring. We were so nervous bringing our first baby to daycare the first time and TLC made it the best transition for us and for our son. When I drop him off in the morning he willingly goes to the teachers arms and is very...
Care member
L. Family Daycare
40 Chestnut Street, Stoneham, MA
4.3
(7)
I am a licensed family child care in Stoneham. I have been doing home daycare for 21 years, but prior to that I was a Director of a group daycare center. My home daycare is just that a home daycare. I want my children to feel as comfortable as they feel at their own home. I feel the same way about...
5.0
"I took my daughter to Stephanie after being home with her for 7 months straight during the COVID lockdown. During this time, I grew very attached to my little girl, and eventually became so attached that I trusted few others to care for her. Eventually, when it was...
Mike F
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 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...
Liz R.
Little Star Of Ours
3 Palermo Street, Cambridge, MA
5.0
(5)
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...
5.0
"Our almost 3 year old son loved attending Little Star and we were very happy with the quality of care. This was our first time with a smaller family-run daycare and it was a great fit -- we'd highly recommend Jennie, Jes and Little Star."
Shannon L.
Allie's Tots
6 Dothan Street, Arlington, MA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"It wasn't easy searching for someone to care for my infant girl. Even the second time around, I worried that I wouldn't be able to find someone that I would feel comfortable leaving my baby with while I returned to work. I worried that someone else could not know...
Sarah P.
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.
Little Sprouts Natick
11 Huron Drive, NATICK, MA
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(2)
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,...
5.0
"Needham Montessori has been spectacular (5 out of 5). We were early adopters of their new infant program and have loved every step of the way. The level of thoughtfulness and engagement is second to none. They have options to accommodate early mornings, extended...
Matt H.
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.
5.0
(4)
HAPPY NEWS!!!!
Our Infant room is now licensed!!!. We are currently accepting infants ages 3 months to 15 months. We do have a waitlist( this changes quickly). Please call for a tour at 617-932-1013 or 617-455-1120 (cell). Please email me at maryellen@youbelloracademy.com. We are currently offering...
5.0
"Great school. The director MaryEllen has a great approach to kids. Also the school offers snacks and Friday lunch which is rare these days!"
Care member
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
"I love Top Tots so much. The owners are so generous. The teachers are so caring and knowledgeable. My son has really come out of his shell. He has learned so much in just the short time he has been here. We are so amazed at all the good work that they do to...
KRYSTAL A.
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...
4.0
"Sarah's is great. We sent our son their when he was young. We definitely recommend it."
Ron P
Shirin Family Day Care
8 Theresa Road, Stoneham, MA
3.7
(3)
Licensed and certified Montessori teacher in business since 1990, providing an in-home Montessori program for infants and toddlers in a well equipped, safe, warm and loving environment. Small group of children and limited spots are available, individual care and attention for each child is...
5.0
"Ms Ahmed cared for my son from when he was 1 to 3 years old. We had a great experience and I really valued her knowledge on child development. She pushed him to meet his milestones on walking, talking etc. Her home set up is really great-beautiful safe spacious...
Care member
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
"My son started to go to Little Pandas Home Daycare since the age of two and half and we absolutely loved it there. The facility is very clean and organized. My son used to get sick a lot in his old big daycare and almost never got sick anymore since he went there....
Xiaojun W.
Tender Loving Care Childcare
23 Warren Ave Ste 180, WOBURN, MA
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"Certainly! Here’s a heartfelt review you can write for TLC:
A Wonderful Experience at TLC
I can’t say enough positive things about TLC! Both of my children have attended TLC since they were babies, and I’m so grateful for the care and education they’ve received...
Care member
5.0
(1)
We're a child-centered, play- based program that is proud to provide the best in education for your children, all in a warm and loving environment!
Our facilities include beautiful and bright classrooms and a wonderful outdoor playground and nature area.
Come take a tour and see what makes us...
5.0
"JPL has been a second home to my kids and a warm and inviting school. Both my son and daughter love the large outdoor area, walkable nature walks, and their welcoming open classrooms. Best of all we love the amazing, caring, and energetic staff. They are always...
Marissa M.
5.0
(1)
The Billy Dalwin Preschool is a creative, warm, and welcoming place for children ages 18 months to five years old.
The school offers morning and full day programs for toddlers and preschoolers as well as extended day options.
Daily curriculum provides an innovative multi-disciplinary approach...
5.0
"A warm inclusive school where my child can learn and grow with his friends."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Welcome To Little Llama!
At Little Llama Child Care, we provide a well-rounded learning experience for your child by focusing on their physical and emotional well-being, fostering their curiosity, and encouraging them to become adventurous and active. We proudly offer a better teacher to child...
5.0
"My daughter is 2 years and 4 months and has attended since she was 14 months. We are so happy with the experience we had with them and were crying when we had to leave due to us moving away to Texas. The staff is really good, from the first moment we trusted them....
Stephanie S.
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Ratings for Waltham, MA family child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Family Child Care in Waltham, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed family child care.