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Recent preschool reviews in Acton, MA
WoodsEdge Children's Center
5.0
Woodsedge has been absolutely wonderful. Our daughter just transitioned into the toddler room, and had such a positive experience while in the infants.
Her teachers always provide us with great communication. We love getting the daily reports through the Tadpoles app, and the pictures they send...
- Eric Z.
AlphaTots Family Daycare
5.0
I only have wonderful things to say about the family who runs this daycare! I am so grateful to be able to send my son to such a happy and loving home. The comfort and peace of mind that comes with that is invaluable to a parent. Love them!
- Laurie M.
Big Foot Little Foot Child Care
5.0
My son was only with Razia for a short time when he was two years old, but he absolutely loved his days at her house. My son had been at a large daycare center, but when I relocated to Massachusetts for work, I was lucky enough to get a spot with Razia. At his previous school, he often cried at drop...
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AYER KIDDIE DEPOT
5.0
Best thing I ever did was send my son here. No question. Staff so loving and fun! Thanks AKD!
- Sheryl B.
Tweety's Daycare
5.0
Miriam the daycare provider is the best....she's beautiful in side and out. She's caring loving she takes care of the children very well has a lot of activities a lot of learning she feeds them very healthy filling food my daughter went there from 2 years old till 5 years old now my daughter is...
Next Generation Children’s Center (NGCC) Westford, which opened its doors in 1996, was the second of ten NGCC private preschools opened across Massachusetts. The family of preschool learning centers was established after the founder was unable to find suitable childcare for her first grandchild.
Applewild Preschool provides our youngest learners with a smart start. Here, we view children as powerful, capable and resourceful learners. Our year-round program is rooted in child-centered activities. Our curriculum builds upon the natural curiosities of our students and encourages hands-on...
With large classrooms, multi-purpose community space, art room, and library, all housed in 17,000 square feet of renovated space in a historic brick mill building (plus outdoor playground and field!), every child enjoys an individualized education designed for them to explore and follow their...
Open Arms Christian Preschool (OACP) provides a stimulating, Christian learning environment. Each child will be encouraged to develop at a comfortable rate of growth since each child is a unique individual. Our curriculum provides guidance to promote five areas of development which includes:...
Our center provides quality childcare and education to children ages 15 months to 5 years old in a distinctively Christian environment. We have small class sizes so children get a lot of hands-on care and attention. We offer part day and full day preschool and pre-k classes with engaging...
Does a regular daycare setting overwhelm your child?
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About Us
PCAL Pals is a specialized daycare program where young children can be...
At the Children's Center at Groton, we view children as competent learners who come to us with ideas and theories. It is our role as educators to facilitate learning along with them through provocations, listening, documenting and asking open-ended questions.
We believe that our environments are...
Little Green Apples Child Care is owned and operated by Marlane and David Stempko.
We are located near downtown Maynard.
Marlane is the day-to-day teacher and care provider, while David handles the business-related responsibilities.
We provide a safe, developmentally appropriate...
We are a second generation in home childcare facility, conveniently located 5 minutes off of exit 29 on Route 3. We provide a full infant, toddler, and preschool curriculum. Your tuition includes all meals, snacks, home made baby food, and baby wipes. The majority of our curriculum allows us to...
WoodsEdge Children's Center has re-opened on June 29! This summer, WoodEdge has re-opened under strict EEC guidelines to ensure to the safety of our children. In addition, we have reorganized and refreshed our classrooms!
WoodsEdge will be integrated with art, music and foreign language. WoodsEdge...
5.0
"Woodsedge has been absolutely wonderful. Our daughter just transitioned into the toddler room, and had such a positive experience while in the infants.
Her teachers always provide us with great communication. We love getting the daily reports through the...
GFC is a licensed and insured home based child care program. Diapers & snacks included. School year schedule. Play based curriculum designed to prepare children for kindergarten while supporting individual needs. I have experience providing early intervention services and special education with a...
I am a licensed daycare provider in Bedford, MA, conveniently located near Interstate 95 and Route 62. I have been in business for 25 years, and am committed to providing a safe, healthy and educational experience for children newborn to school age.
I graduated from Framingham State University,...
Small family daycare in my home. I have full and part time openings for infants and toddlers now and thru the school year. Fully licensed and insured Cpr first aid and ongoing continuing Ed fun friendly mix of kids
May also be available before school and/ or in your home daily Monday, Tuesday, and...
AlphaTots is open during the school year. All food and snacks are provided. Infant Toddler curriculum program includes painting, cooking, play-doh, etc.
5.0
"My daughter is in her second year at Alphatots, and we couldn't be happier. Each day's schedule is well organized and all of the kids get lots of love and attention. Fiona, Stephen, and Mary all take excellent care of the children and plan lots of fun activities...
Licensed Family Child Care Educator by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This is a small family run child care service, providing quality care to infants, toddlers and preschool age children. We are located in Lincoln, MA off of Route 2 East. Our space is well equipped with play areas, indoor and...
5.0
"My son was only with Razia for a short time when he was two years old, but he absolutely loved his days at her house. My son had been at a large daycare center, but when I relocated to Massachusetts for work, I was lucky enough to get a spot with Razia. At his...
AYER KIDDIE DEPOT located in Ayer, MA is accredited by the National Association of the Education of Young Children. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts ages from 6 weeks to 12...
5.0
"Best thing I ever did was send my son here. No question. Staff so loving and fun! Thanks AKD!"
Tweety's Daycare is a state licensed childcare facility located at 117 Bowers Street, Lowell Massachusetts. The facility has a capacity to accommodate ten children. Tweety's Daycare's staff speaks English and Spanish and offers full-time, part-time and before/after-school care services in an...
5.0
"Miriam the daycare provider is the best....she's beautiful in side and out. She's caring loving she takes care of the children very well has a lot of activities a lot of learning she feeds them very healthy filling food my daughter went there from 2 years old till...
The Community School of Maynard, Massachusetts, offers a preschool program for children aged two years nine months to five years. The school provides children with warm and nurturing teachers and offers opportunities to develop and strengthen social, emotional and intellectual skills. The school's...
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January 29th, 2025 In-home daycare — or family daycare, as it is also commonly known — is child care service in a caregiver’s home rather than in a commercial daycare center.<... Read more
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Acton, MA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Acton, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Acton, MA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Acton, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Acton, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Acton, MA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Acton, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Acton, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Acton, MA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Acton, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.