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Q: What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Lexington, MA?

When looking for a family daycare near you in Lexington, 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.

Q: How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Lexington, 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 Lexington, 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.

Q: What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Lexington, MA?

When choosing family daycare near you in Lexington, 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.

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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.

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

Youbellor Child Academy

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

Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

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

Shining Stars Daycare

5.0

My two year old has been attending Shining Stars for 8 months and my child and I couldn't be happier. Raquel is such a loving and caring person-- I don't trust anyone as much as her with my child. She provides attention and a loving environment, not to mention healthy meals/snacks, outdoor and...

- Martha P.

Family daycares in Lexington, MA

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.

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

"My daughter has been going here since she was 3 months old. Stephanie takes great care of her and I'm never worried about her being in good hands. She is very responsive with updates and check ins and I feel like she takes care of my daughter like she is one of her...

Alison C.

Youbellor Child Academy

12 Brighton St, BELMONT, MA

Starting at $2750/mo

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!"

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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

Shining Stars Daycare

45 Pembroke St, Medford, MA

5.0

(1)

Heavy emphasis of outdoor time - exploring, walks and playground time. Arts, crafts and creative time is the main focus while inside. Fun indoor activities for rainy and very cold days - dance parties, yoga, story time, building forts... Nutritious lunch and snacks will be provided by me unless...

5.0

"My two year old has been attending Shining Stars for 8 months and my child and I couldn't be happier. Raquel is such a loving and caring person-- I don't trust anyone as much as her with my child. She provides attention and a loving environment, not to mention...

Martha P.

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

"Both of my kids attended Little Panda Home Daycare when we moved to the area in 2019. The place is very clean and well organized. Fei Lao Shi (Ms Fei) is very loving and caring, and very experienced and knowledgeable in early education. The other staff Ms Huang is...

Chenny 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...

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Josey's Daycare

81 Woodlawn Ave, Waltham, MA

5.0

(5)

Josey's Daycare is a home based center that has been in business for thirty years. At this center, children will grow and learn through exploration and play. Structure will be provided for the children as well as a thriving learning environment. Children will be engaged in activities throughout the...

5.0

"We love Josey! Both of my children were enrolled from 3 months - 4 years. Josey is loving, kind, reliable and a wonderful caregiver and person. Both kiddos thrived at her home and loved her cooking too. I highly recommend her!"

Nicole P

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.

Beginnings School

210 South Avenue, Weston, MA

4.1

(11)

Beginnings School, located in Weston, MA provides exceptional education and a nurturing environment for children 3 months to 5 years old, in addition to the My Clubhouse After School Program and Summer Explorations Program for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. We first opened our doors in...

5.0

"Our family has been at Beginnings School for almost six years, and we have had a fantastic experience there. My younger daughter spent three years in the preschool program and my son has been there since he was four months old (he's now in the pre-K room). My...

Kristy W.

WALTHAM CHILD CARE CENTER

760 MAIN ST, WALTHAM, MA

Starting at $1950/mo

5.0

(3)

Waltham Childcare Center is a small, family-oriented center, where we are committed to helping you and your child make an easy and comfortable transitions to our program. We have been welcoming many families to our center since Feb 1993 and we continue to do so. Every child is very important to...

5.0

"We’ve sent both our boys here since they were infants; the oldest is finishing preschool here while the youngest is still in the toddler room. The staff is excellent and very caring, nurturing, and communicative. Our oldest was very nervous when he transitioned to...

Care member

La Creche Daycare

5 Crawford Rd, Burlington, MA

5.0

(22)

Due to COVID-19, La Creche Daycare program and environment has been paired to promote the new health and safety Massachusetts requirements. Thank you for your interest in my family daycare. My name is Meryem and I have two precious kids, one 13-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy. I live in...

5.0

"We just love La Creche Daycare. Meryem and Angela are just amazing. Both my kids go there, and we are beyond happy. They go the extra mile to make sure the kids are well fed, happy and teach them kindness, sharing while having fun. Meryem is full of energy and her...

Care member

Bright Start Daycare

419 WOBURN ST, Wilmington, MA

5.0

(1)

Bright Start Treasure House is a Christian daycare. Our curriculum offers pretty much the same a center would. What differentiates us is that we offer individual attention and we offer an opportunity for children to get ready for the real world by learning how to become tolerant to one another due...

5.0

"we have been at Bright Start since October and my daughter Brianna LOVES everyone here. Miss. Stephanie is awesome in every way, you can tell she LOVES these kids and they love her."

Ashley M.

Adorable Little Angels

6 Princeton Ave, Waltham, MA

4.0

(1)

I was born in Brazil. There I was a preschool teacher for several years before coming to America. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I provide a supportive nurturing healthy learning environment in my new home (built in 2005). Along side my own daughter (1 year old). The house is...

4.0

"I love kids. I am loving respectful and fun"

Nado Nina K.

Lisa's Place

58 Peter Spring Rd., Concord, MA

Licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care for over twenty years, Lisa's Place, in Concord, MA specializes in childcare for infants through pre-K aged children. We operate like a large family, believing that children benefit significantly from interaction with children of all ages. Our...

Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

50 Judson Street, Malden, MA

A newly licensed family childcare provider, open in March 2022. With many years of experience in childcare, I am ready to open in home based childcare. Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse offers great quality care and some benefits for parents, ie: 1. Low ratio educators to children. 2. Provide 2...

Little Sprouts Belmont

259 Beech Street, BELMONT, MA

Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Belmont, 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...

The Learning Zone Belmont inc

279 Belmont St, Belmont, MA

The Learning Zone ibn Belmont is celebrating its 15 year anniversary in the wonderful town of Belmont. We care for children from 1 month to 6 years of age. We have on line cameras that let families see their children at the center during the days. Our staff will become your second family. We love...

Little Sprouts Concord

40 Strawberry Hill Rd., CONCORD, MA

Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Concord, 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...

Adriana R

157 Barbara Rd, Waltham, MA

As a mother myself, I know how important is to find the person who will honestly will care, love and fallow through with activities and shores, so as a parent you will have all the considerations you are looking for and my experience. More about me: I always have been a very active person and...