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Recent nursery preschool reviews in Melrose, MA

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

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.

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.

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

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.

Nursery preschools in Melrose, MA

Meghan Scafati Private Childcare

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


Little Ducks Daycare, Inc.

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.


Shining Stars Daycare

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.


L. Family Daycare

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.


Little Forest Family Day Care

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 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...

Michelle D.


Creative Children Childcare

Creative Children Childcare

Julian Street, Dorchester, MA

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Very down to earth provider , cares for children, providing quality home care in a family setting. I'm happy we found her"

Retresha K.


Allie's Tots

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.


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...

Hermanitos Family Daycare

Hermanitos Family Daycare

203 Chatham St, Lynn, MA

Bilingual Family Childcare with 4 years of experience. Caring for children from 3 months old to 6 years old. We provide healthy meals and snacks. Open from 7:30am to 4:00pm. We accept state vouchers.

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...

Babies Canopy Home Daycare

Babies Canopy Home Daycare

210 Katahdin Drive, Lexington, MA

I really love to spend time with kids. My son is at age of 14. My love my son very much. Since my early age, I like kids and love their accompany. From this passion I started my day care center. And I want to continue this endeavor to new height.

Teachable Moments Family Childcare

Teachable Moments Family Childcare

11 Brookside Lane, Burlington, MA

Hello and thank you for stopping by. :) I am a Licensed Childcare Provider in Burlington, MA offering quality in home care for children ages 3 months to age 5. I have over 24 years of experience and I am a former EEC Certified Preschool Teacher. I provide a safe, nurturing environment where...

Marilyn's Daycare

Marilyn's Daycare

1 Pierce Rd., Peabody, MA

We provide a home setting where children can feel nurtured and cared for, have fun, learn, and play. Marilyn's Daycare has been in business for 25 years and provides childcare geared to infants and toddlers. We do projects, sing songs, read books, play outside, and make sure each day is special.

Happy Munchkins Learning Playhouse

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...

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36 Waltham Street, Woburn, MA


Little Tykes Family Daycare

Little Tykes Family Daycare

222 Vine ST, Everett, MA

Little Tykes Family Daycare has open slots available. I am a Massachusetts EEC Licensed (license # 2079614) Child Care Provider. I have my Child Development Associate (CDA). I have certification of First Aid and CPR. My Little Tykes Family Daycare is a loving care, safe environment for your child....

Olga Ordonez's Childcare

Olga Ordonez's Childcare

224 Rumney Rd, Revere, MA

I am a mother and I have enjoyed being so, I know how important it is to have someone to give you a hand when caring for your child is key to continuing with your purpose in your life. My service is designed for families that require a person committed to caring for their loved one with love, joy...

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...

Montessori Nest

Montessori Nest

203 Lowell Street, Lexington, MA

Dear Parents, Montessori Nest located on Arlington Heights-Lexington border has some part-time and full-time openings for Toddlers and Preschoolers. We have a play based curriculum created by the teachers centered around children's interests and development in addition to our Montessori...

Musical Chairs Daycare

Musical Chairs Daycare

11 Ellsworth Rd, Peabody, MA

1.0

(1)

We spend a great deal of our time playing and having fun. Each day has routine and structure to be sure the children feel comfortable. We care for children ages 1 week-9 years old, both full/part-time. Special arrangements may be made for earlier drop-offs and later pick-ups. We are fully insured...

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