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Recent family daycare reviews in Dorchester Center, MA

Nieves Family Day Care

5.0

Our daughter went to Nieves family daycare from 3 months-14 months, until we moved to the other side of town. I couldn't imagine a warmer environment for her. Wonderful, experienced caretakers.

- John H.

Tender Loving Family Day Care

5.0

Great place for my children. Great atmosphere. Great home daycare best I've found in years. Would recommend. This daycare to anyone

- Care member

Alexander Kidz Day Care

5.0

I have known Jaunda all my life. My baby currently attends her family day care. She has been in business for at least 40 years. She's caring and absolutely loves the kids in her care. Her house is also clean and welcoming. I highly recommend her for anyone in the Dorchester area.

- Tara H.

Rocio's Family Day Care

5.0

We were so fortunate to find Rocio as first time parents. Not only did our son flourish in physical and social development with Rocio, but the warm care environment made it feel as if your bringing you child to extended family. This was such a relief as working, first time parents! Our son has made...

- Care member

Hugs & Giggles Family Childcare

5.0

My son started with hugs and giggles when he was 6mos old.(he will be 4 in dec) Heather became part of the family. He loves his Heather. He recently started preschool and had to leave heather. This has been a huge adjustment since he loves her and looks for her everyday. I highly recomend hugs and...

- Meghan K

Family daycares in Dorchester Center, MA

Erica's Playhouse

Erica's Playhouse

71 Hawthorne Street, East Weymouth, MA

I have been in business for over 6 years. I have over 20+ years of experience with child of all ages. My kids feel right at home here. I offer outdoor activities, structured and unstructured play, story time, lunch, snack and nap time.

At Home Childcare

At Home Childcare

42 Flett Road, Belmont, MA

Hello! I am a super enthusiastic stay at home mother of three children, ages 8, 5 and 2.5. I am at home each day caring for my two children who are not in school, planning outdoor games, crafts and preschool curriculum activities for them and would love to watch another child part time whose mother...

The Tot Spot At Home Care

The Tot Spot At Home Care

6 Maybrook Street, Dorchester, MA

Hello! I am a new business starting out, but I have been a caretaker for six years. I am offering a service a little different from other caregivers. My prices are reduced for affordability and based on other services I offer. I believe that education and development are a priority for each child...

Dollies Home Care

Dollies Home Care

1458 Handcock St, Cambridge, MA

Welcome to Dollies Care INC. This agency was created for everyone, adults and children. Dollies Care provide caretaker services for children, in the comfort of familiar surroundings while making sure they're receiving the care they need. Dollies Care have qualified child caregivers, who are insured...

Small Steps Family Daycare

Small Steps Family Daycare

56 Seaview Ave, Malden, MA

Small Steps Family Child care provider in Malden, MA has immediate openings! I offer a nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Children will enjoy our daily circle times, arts and crafts, blocks, puzzles, books, games, toys, and outside riding toys. I will also be following the curriculum where I...

Bing Family Daycare

Bing Family Daycare

26 Revere Street, Malden, MA

My first job in USA was a teacher's assistance at a large family daycare. Then I returned to college for my Bachelor's degree majoring in Accounting and Finance. Also, I have an associate's degree in education. My daycare provides bilingual education: English and Mandarin. Currently, my program...

Madalines Home Daycare

Madalines Home Daycare

163 Idlwell Blvd, Weymouth, MA

One License provider & Certified Assistant with years of experience in childcare! On a daily basis your child will do arts and crafts, letters, singing, playtime & sign language. You will receive emails of what your child has done and pictures daily. Hours of operation are 7:30 am- 5:30 pm after...

5.0

(1)

We are a family day care that provides care with love and dedication to all children. We do our best to teach our children the basic knowledge they need before going to school. We are located in front of a children's park which is very nice to go to for picnics and others activities. We love...
5.0
"Our daughter went to Nieves family daycare from 3 months-14 months, until we moved to the other side of town. I couldn't imagine a warmer environment for her. Wonderful, experienced caretakers."

John H.


Tender Loving Family Day Care

778 Morton St, Mattapan, MA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"Great place for my children. Great atmosphere. Great home daycare best I've found in years. Would recommend. This daycare to anyone"

Care member


Alexander Kidz Day Care

8 Pasadena Rd, Dorchester, MA

5.0

(1)

I am a licensed Large Family Child Care Educator with a full time certified Assistant. We provide a safe, nurturing, multicultural, and learning environment to help children develop their physical, social, emotional and intellectual skills. We strive to help children develop their own...
5.0
"I have known Jaunda all my life. My baby currently attends her family day care. She has been in business for at least 40 years. She's caring and absolutely loves the kids in her care. Her house is also clean and welcoming. I highly recommend her for anyone...

Tara H.


Rocio's Family Day Care

70 W Eagle St, Boston, MA

5.0

(3)

Rocio's Family Day Care believes in children developing best in a loving and nurturing environment where active learning is encouraged. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
5.0
"Our family has known Rocio and her team of teachers for close to 5 years. They’re trustworthy and communicative, always putting the needs of our children first. They’ve not only provided such great care for all of our kids, but we’ve also appreciated their...

Care member


Hugs & Giggles Family Childcare

158 Old Street, Randolph, MA

5.0

(2)

A loving in home daycare setting where I treat the kids as I do my own! openings for children ages birth to age 4 years old License # 9007535 First Aid and CPR certified Full time openings available Experienced with children, been in business 4.5 years $40/day includes up to 9 hours of...
5.0
"My son started with hugs and giggles when he was 6mos old.(he will be 4 in dec) Heather became part of the family. He loves his Heather. He recently started preschool and had to leave heather. This has been a huge adjustment since he loves her and looks for her...

Meghan K


Mara Family Child Care

Mara Family Child Care

7 Charme Avenue, Roslindale, MA

5.0

(4)

Family child care program that has offered exceptional care and learning environment for over 15 years for families with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. The program establishes a close and healthy relationship between provider, child, and parents to improve the development of the children....
5.0
"Xiomara cared for my two children; for my daughter 16 years ago when she was just the tender age of 6 weeks & for my then my 8-month old son whom just left her care in September as he entered K1. Both my children's teachers were impressed with their ability to...

Ana P.


Chars Web Family Day Care

27 Olcott St, Watertown, MA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"Charlotte provides fantastic care in a home like environment. All of the children become friends. Children as young as 3 months are participate as the toddlers learn their letters, and their parents names. Live music on Thursdays, mothers on staff every day. I...

Victoria


Kesher Nevatim Preschool

22 Kent St, Somerville, MA

4.6

(9)

Kesher Nevatim is Kesher's preschool daycare program, which captures the warmth and intimacy of a family day-care, with the educational experience and resources that have made Kesher a byword for thoughtful and progressive Jewish education and child care. Nevatim is a small, multi-age program (2.9...
5.0
"Our family loves Kesher. It is a strong and joyful community. Our son has flourished at Kesher under the care of creative and skillful teachers and staff, and he has made strong friendships with so many of his classmates. I would strongly recommend Kesher to...

Care member


Growing Seeds Family Day Care

61 Lexington St, Belmont, MA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"We've been sending our daughter Charlotte to Growing Seeds since she was 3 months old. The love that she has for the kids is obvious from the moment you meet her, as is her desire to help kids become good citizens. She cares, but doesn't coddle; teaches, but...

Dani N


The Bilingual Montessori School of Boston

61 Rockwood Street, Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0

(1)

ARC-EN-CIEL is a French bilingual day care and Montessori school that provides care for children ranging from the age of two months to six years. We have been in business for 14 years and are known to provide excellent care to our children in a warm, loving and nurturing environment. In addition...
5.0
"After looking at a number of day care centers, we started our son at The Bilingual Montessori School of Boston in the infant room. We were warmly welcomed every day, and I as a neurotic mother had no worries returning to work. The teachers are wonderful, kind and...

Stephanie P.


Amazing Angels Child Care

Amazing Angels Child Care

22 Marcia Road, Braintree, MA

5.0

(1)

We care for your children just like we would care for our own. We provide a safe, fun, and caring environment for your children's everyday needs. We also have after school care where we can pick up from school and watch your child until pickup time. We currently have 1 infant spot, 3 spots for 2...
5.0
"Heidi is just awesome. We had a great experience and recommend Amazing Angels Child Care."

John V.


Mayra P

Mayra P

1461 VFW PKWY, West Roxbury, MA

5.0

(5)

I am passionate person with kids. I love to share and spend a lot time with them. Teach them and learn things together. I am very tender, sweet, responsible, careful and attentive to them. I speak Spanish and English. I love to teach Spanish by different ways like songs, games,reading etc. I have...
5.0
"Mayra has been a great support to us in these difficult times. Her daycare is very close to our home that makes it easy for us because my wife and I, we work from home, while our children enjoy quality time with other kids just a few floors away. :) Extremely...

Kirat D


Yaya's Family Day Care

152 Aspinwall Ave Ste 1, Brookline, MA

5.0

(1)

5.0
"It is a great place for babies and toddlers."

Daniel


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