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Boston Outdoor Preschool Network
5.0
BOPN is an amazing school with teachers and staff that really care about our children. My daughter has learned to be more social, confident, and has developed a loving relationship with nature! I would recommend for anyone looking for an enriching opportunity that you just can’t get in a physical...
- Care member
Theophany Orthodox Christian School
5.0
My nephew and my two daughters all attended Theophany. It's a true hidden gem with teachers who are not only creative and warm but also educated and more importantly-wise!
- Marybeth H.
Stony Brook School
5.0
We came to Stony Brook School after moving half-way across the country. Our 3 year old felt right at home at Stony Brook School. He knew this was the right school for him after seeing some of the websites pictures about the play spaces, "I want to go to the school with the dinosaurs" he said...
- Michelle S.
Clinton Path Preschool
5.0
Our family has been with Clinton Path Preschool for the past 6 years and are so grateful for the incredibly loving, nurturing, and strong-community based experience. It a city with so many preschool options, Clinton Path is truly a unique school that focuses on seeing each child for the incredibly...
- Sarinnapha V.
Pine Village Preschool, Brighton
5.0
They provided good care for my son for the time that he was with them. Not only did they care about the well being of my son but for myself when I was getting the care for my son I was also experiencing a stressful time in my life because I was in school fulltime they were super supportive all the...
- Catalina O.
Preschools in Dorchester, MA
Crispus Attucks Children's Center
105 Crawford St, Dorchester, MA
Crispus Attucks Children's Center prides itself from making use of stimulating activities that help children make the most out of the different facets of their childhood. Children are encouraged to work hard and apply the things they have learned in classroom.
Parents Child Center
198 Geneva Ave, Dorchester, MA
Parents Child Center located in Dorchester Massachusetts is a childcare and education provider that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It is a state-licensed institution that provides full-time and part time programs for the children in the community. The center has a...
Boston Outdoor Preschool Network
4006 Washington Street, Boston, MA
5.0
(3)
We are an inspired team of teachers with experience in public, private, and Montessori schools, who are thrilled to give your child the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive outdoors! Our programs spark curiosity, discovery, and a strong connection with nature.
We offer the following...
5.0
"BOPN is an amazing school with teachers and staff that really care about our children. My daughter has learned to be more social, confident, and has developed a loving relationship with nature! I would recommend for anyone looking for an enriching opportunity that...
Care member
Theophany Orthodox Christian School
754 GREENDALE AVE, Needham, MA
5.0
(1)
Theophany School offers a multi-age learning experience with small class sizes, an engaging curriculum and a loving Christian environment for children in the Greater Boston area. Our current programs include: 3-day and 5-day Preschool class options, and a full-day Kindergarten. The School and its...
5.0
"My nephew and my two daughters all attended Theophany. It's a true hidden gem with teachers who are not only creative and warm but also educated and more importantly-wise!"
Marybeth H.
Stony Brook School
284 Amory Street, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA
5.0
(3)
Stony Brook School follows an emergent, play-based curriculum for preschool aged children and is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Located within the Jamaica Plain Brewery Complex, we offer a convenient, T-accessible location, with 3,4, or 5 day enrollment options for parents needing full or...
5.0
"We fell in love with the Stony Brook School (SBS) when seeking a local preschool or daycare center for our child in the Jamaica Plain area. We chose SBS for our child because of the play based curriculum, emphasis on learning early social and emotional skills, and...
Amanda C.
Clinton Path Preschool
58 Irving St., BROOKLINE, MA
5.0
(4)
"Welcome to Clinton Path Preschool, a place where joyful learning thrives through friendship and play in our cooperative community. Our mission is to inspire children, recognizing them as capable individuals who navigate, inquire, create, and explore their world in many ways. Rooted in our...
5.0
"We have had an amazing experience at Clinton Path Preschool. I wasn’t sure about the play based model but the more I learned and saw our daughter thriving, the more I have become a believer in this teaching model. The teachers are also actual teachers. They truly...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Pine Village Preschool is a highly respected Spanish Immersion School for Toddlers and Preschoolers with 10 locations in the Greater Boston area. We enroll students as young as 15 months old and children can enroll in our programs at any time during the year. We offer part-time 2, 3, 4 days a week...
5.0
"They provided good care for my son for the time that he was with them. Not only did they care about the well being of my son but for myself when I was getting the care for my son I was also experiencing a stressful time in my life because I was in school fulltime...
Catalina O.
Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center
49 Winchester St., NEWTON HIGHLANDS, MA
Starting at $2900/mo
5.0
(2)
Located in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, the Kindernest Montessori Early Childcare Learning Center upholds the fundamental principles of Montessori education and holistic development in a nurturing environment where children are guided with kindness and respect.
At Kindernest, we have programs...
5.0
"This new daycare is beautifully set-up for babies and kids to learn and develop! I recently went on a tour at the open house and everyone from the owner to the director to the teachers were all so welcoming and warm. All the furniture, toys, learning tools are...
Care member
5.0
(4)
SolBe [sohl-be] is an early learning center that reimagines traditional notions of nursery school, child care, and preschool. We aim to create the highest quality early learning experiences. Our dynamic program continually adapts and improves as we nurture healthy, engaged lives.
SolBe holds...
5.0
"Our biggest worry before attending SolBe was our daughter's transition, but the SolBe team tailored the transition to our child's needs. With much love, care, and patience from SolBe's team, our daughter's transition was slow and healthy. Just what she needed to...
Care member
5.0
(3)
At ABC childcare, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to promote holistic development, incorporating a blend of structured activities and free play that encourages creativity, curiosity, and social interaction. From sensory exploration to early literacy and numeracy skills, we tailor our...
5.0
"ABC Childcare and Preschool has become a “home away from home” for our daughter. We can focus on work, while our baby is being loved and cared for. From homemade food to yoga classes, concerts and holiday activities, we are confident that our child will be...
Care member
5.0
(3)
We offer a family oriented child care setting supported by play based learning. We strive to provide social/emotional and academic growth during a child's early years.
5.0
"I love the staff! They are so incredibly kind and caring. All of the teachers treat the children like their own. It feels like a family environment! My child has been there since he was 12 weeks old and as hard as it was for me as a mother, to send him somewhere I...
Lidia X.
Rainbow Family Child Care
2 Jean Circle, Randolph, MA
4.8
(4)
Rainbow Family Child Care in Randolph Mass, is a unique place for your infant, toddler and preschooler to learn and grow. Clean safe environment and great caring atmosphere are some of the qualities that your child will experience at Rainbow Family Child Care.
5.0
"Giselle is a awesome provider I would recommend her to all. She is wonderful with the children/Parents. While at work I'm so at ease because, my grand baby is in perfect hands. Giselle your the best!!! Giselle is a Perfect 10
Lydiah's Nana"
Shanei S.
5.0
(3)
Join us at the GoldenChickpea part-time preschool with your little one. We offer an individualized and unique child care service that allows kids to be themselves, discovering their own passions, abilities and interests.
Centered on developing self confidence, comfortably sharing the world of...
5.0
"I am happy to provide a feedback regarding my experience with the golden chickpea Pre-K toddler care program .
My 3 year old toddler went to golden chickpea Pre-K toddler care for a period of 2 months during April & May 2022 . On a scale from 1 to 5 with 5 being...
May M.
X Y Z Family Child Care
464 Sea St, Quincy, MA
5.0
(7)
We are a provider of family child care services and have been in operation for over 20 years. We offer a nurturing and caring environment that fosters development for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. I offer organic food for the children. Our teachers are CDA certified, NAFCC accredited,...
5.0
"We have had the greatest experience with X Y Z Family Child Care. The care, love, and nurturing environment is everything we were hoping for and still is after four years and two children.
It is reassuring when your child is excited to see their wonderful...
Care member
Let's Learn Together Childcare
11 Water St., Arlington, MA
5.0
(2)
We're a brand new childcare center in Arlington Center offering childcare for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-k. We offer flexible childcare ranging from 1 day to 5 days of care.
We believe learning begins through play!
Our experienced team of educators has over 20 years of experience with...
5.0
"Mary, Catherine and the team have created a wonderful environment (not easy in COVID times!) that my girls love and I feel great about as a parent. They have excellent practices for safety, curriculum and communication, and the space is thoughtfully curated for the...
Courtney F.
5.0
(1)
We at Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center, (BBEELC) extends a warmest welcome to you and your family. Our goal is for your children to develop and EXCEL into healthy and smart individuals. We acknowledge that no child is the same, so we plan to individualized learning and activities to meet the...
5.0
"I rate them 10 stars!!! My daughter is almost two now and she started there when she was a year and six months. As a first-time mom, I was very concerned about sending off my child to anyone really. They reassured me with any questions I might have and that truly...
Ilean D.
5.0
(1)
At our center, we provide a warm, loving, and caring environment where every child is treated like family. Our dedicated teachers go above and beyond to support each child’s growth and development, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We are honored to have been recognized as one...
5.0
"Our kids love the staff at TLC! The teachers and staff are incredibly friendly. The app is always being updated with activities the kids are doing throughout the day, including pictures! The curriculums have supported their learning and creativity, with lots of...
Care member
Red Apple
91 Belmont St, Everett, MA
5.0
(15)
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
"100% would HIGHLY recommend Red Apple Daycare. We enrolled our daughter here at 3 months and Jing was nothing but perfect. She was careful with protocol, caring, attentive, and an excellent provider, and would share daily pictures and videos. This is our first...
John-michael C.
Lucy's Family Daycare
55 S Waverly St, Brighton, MA
3.7
(3)
Lucy's Family Daycare provides childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children in Brighton Massachusetts.We are conveniently located close to the Mass Pike, Storrow Drive and Memorial Drive. We encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered...
5.0
"This small family daycare is like leaving your child with family. Lucy and Elaine are loving, trustworthy, and fun!. Our daughter has been with them since she was 3 months old, we'll be sad to leave them when she has to go to preschool. We were not initially...
Charlotte H.
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.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dorchester, MA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Dorchester, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Dorchester, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Dorchester, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.