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Little Sprouts Arlington
5.0
The Teachers are very professional and communicative about my daughter's day which puts my mind at ease.
- Care member
Allie's Tots
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 her as I do. Allison took her in to...
- Sarah P.
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.
Little Sunshine Academy
5.0
My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from us. It is the BEST daycare around.
- James R.
Little Forest Family Day Care
5.0
Patria is the absolute best! I visited at least 10 daycares before finding Patria. My daughter has been with her since she was 3 months old and I couldn't be happier! No mother wants their baby in daycare full time, but with Patria you can find comfort in knowing she will not only love your child...
- Michelle D.
Family daycares in Arlington, MA
Little Sprouts Arlington
118 Pleasant Street, ARLINGTON, MA
5.0
(1)
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.
Children...
5.0
"The Teachers are very professional and communicative about my daughter's day which puts my mind at ease. "
Care member
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.
Daly Care
849 Concord Turnpike, Arlington, MA
My day care offers reading, music, free play, and outdoor activities daily. Arts and crafts are presented regularly in relation to child's development.
To learn through fun while offering the opportunity for your child to grow and start the beginnings of social interactions with other children in...
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.
Little Sunshine Academy
146 Boardman Avenue, Melrose, MA
5.0
(2)
Little Sunshine Academy is a family child care center that provides a fun educational curriculum. Located on Boardman Avenue in Melrose. Provider has a B.S. in Child Development and loves children. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. We are licensed by the EEC.
We are now...
5.0
"My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from us. It is the BEST daycare around."
James R.
Little Einstein Family Day Care
42 Brookledge St, Dorchester, MA
5.0
(1)
Little Einstein Family Daycare is a fun loving place for the children. The child educators are state licensed and take necessary safety precautions. We make sure that children are actively engaged in activities and learning. We have over 10 yrs.of experience. Come and visit our attractive place...
Little Forest Family Day Care
90 Beach St, Malden, MA
5.0
(3)
Dear parents,
My name is Patria, I have an extensive training in childcare and child development, state certified, and 5+ years of experience. Our program offers a safe environment conducive to learning, allowing the child to explore the world in a safe - child proof- environment with indoor /...
5.0
"Patria is the sweetest woman I know! She's been watching my son since he was 3 months old and he loves her! She has a great home and a huge fenced in backyard I would highly recommend her!!"
Jessica R.
Amy's Daycare in Newton Center
230 Homer St., Newton Center, MA
5.0
(8)
Family day care in Newton center, close to the Newton Free Library. Two adults take care of six children, speaking Chinese and English. Five nutritious meals included each day. 10 years experience. Provider has an early education degree.
5.0
"My son has been at Amy's Daycare 4-5 days a week for the past year and we have nothing but great things to say about the experience. Amy is highly reliable and caring and prices are reasonable. She takes him on walks, play time in her fenced yard and feeds him...
Ryan W.
Stepping Stones Family Care
47 Clifton Street, Malden, MA
5.0
(1)
Stepping Stones is a warm and nurturing community where your infant, toddler, or preschool child will thrive socially and academically. It is a fully licensed daycare/preschool that is run by a BPS teacher and mother of two from a gorgeous and spacious Victorian home across the street from a newly...
5.0
"We were so lucky to find this type of care for our daughter. While at Stepping Stones, our daughter grew so much on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. It was so fun to pick her up to see what else they did and learned that day (the daily reports are...
Mike A.
Learning Cottage Preschool
21 Douglas Ave, Burlington, MA
5.0
(2)
I am Shabana, mother of 3 children, certified curriculum coordinator, director and lead teacher for children, aged birth to 8 years. I have 18 yrs of experience in early childhood education.
Learning Cottage is a curriculum and theme based licensed family daycare and aftercare for toddlers...
5.0
"My son used to go to this day care when he was about a year old. Shabana is very nice, disciplined and caring. We moved to another state and still miss this school. It is a very homely environment which is warm and cozy."
Meenal M.
Brownstone Kids Academy
227 West Canton St., Boston, MA
5.0
(2)
Brownstone Kids Academy is a neighborhood learning center in the heart of Boston that focuses on early childhood development. We believe that children learn best through play in a safe and nurturing environment. The play-based preschool philosophy is designed to enrich the whole child, including...
5.0
"I dropped my daughters off for a mother's day out and my daughters had a blast! I was so please with the care they received and the loving structure, we tried it again another day! We have now decided to have our daughters attend two days a week to give me a break!...
Aimee W
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.
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
Meghan Scafati Private Childcare
32 Morris St., Everett, MA
5.0
(1)
I am a 32-year-old Mom to a 4-month-old baby girl (and Auntie to 10!) and I am looking to care for 2-3 additional young children in my home. My husband and I own a single-family residence in Everett, MA that has a private, fenced-in backyard and is walking distance to multiple parks, the library,...
5.0
"I have a 14 month old daughter who Meghan has taken care of multiple times. Not only is she experienced and reliable, she is extremely attentive to all of my daughters needs. I honestly can say Meghan is the best!"
Krista C
Happy Child Day Care Center & Preschool
1191 Chestnut St, Newton Upper Falls, MA
5.0
(1)
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...
Care member
Red Apple
91 Belmont St, Everett, MA
5.0
(16)
Red Apple is a bilingual family child care that provides a fun educational curriculum. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. The daily interaction with the children is what we find so satisfying. We love watching the reading process unfold and never tire of helping children...
5.0
"Red Apple is a wonderful place for babies and young toddlers to grow. Jing and her family provide for little people with loving dedication, grace, and competence.
My son’s life was undoubtedly enriched by his time at Red Apple, where he gained experiences I would...
Care member
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
"Ivana and Angela took care of our daughter for just under a year, from the time she was 3 months old. They were so attentive and observant, and provided such a great environment for all of the children. It was always really easy to communicate with them, and they...
Abby K.
Gamaland Family Child Care
44 Myrtle St, Lynn, MA
5.0
(7)
Gamaland provides experiences where children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. We are a Bilingual child care program in Lynn, Massachusetts. Our main goal is to nurture and explore each child uniqueness;by providing safe, warm and loving environment that is enriched with...
5.0
"Gamaland is amazing! A very clean and well organized place . It has a variety of toys for the children to explore and Play. The children has plenty of space to move around and the owner has a lot of knowledge and experience ."
Angela F
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
"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...
Sarah M.
Ellen Moore's Child Care
12 Worthington Street, Boston, MA
5.0
(6)
My program is a small, mixed-age group, and we all become very attached to each other--it really is very much like a family. I am located in Boston, close to the Longwood Medical Area. I have a well-equipped home with three levels of interesting space and a small backyard. We also have a...
5.0
"Our daughter has been going to Ellen's House for a year and a half and we're already dreading the eventual day that we no longer get to hand off our little one to the incredibly patient and generous Ellen Moore. Like most others, we were referred to "Ellen's House"...
Michael W.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Arlington, MA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Arlington, MA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Arlington, MA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Arlington, MA is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Arlington, MA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Arlington, MA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Arlington, MA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.