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All About Learning, LLC
5.0
I was very nervous about enrolling my son in daycare. As a newly single mom, I wasn't quite sure how I would feel about dropping him off with strangers, and how I could trust anyone to take care of him the way that I can. Judy and I sat down and she assured me that he would be well taken care of....
- Beth F.
Free To Be A Child
5.0
We're on our second child enrolled at Free to be a Child and it's a truly extraordinary program. Lise is a talented teacher who knows how to ask just the right questions to encourage a child to take their thinking or interest a step further. Kids have lots of time outside (even more since COVID,...
- Sarah R.
Packard Mountain Learning Center
5.0
It's wonderful to see how much the children learn and grow at Packard Mountain! They create a fantastic environment where kids are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop new skills through fun, engaging activities. A truly positive place for early learning!
- Care member
Amherst Montessori School
5.0
My two daughters love coming to school everyday at AMS! My oldest is in the Children's House program and my youngest is in the Young Toddler classroom. The teachers are loving and engaging and truly make every child feel special and respected. I am so proud of the level of independence and mastery...
- Mama
Smith College Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill
5.0
The teachers in this program are all warm, experienced, and highly educated. The facility and materials are beautiful and the child:teacher ratios in the classrooms are exceptional. The teachers include full-time music and art teachers with dedicated studio classrooms.
- Martha C.
Preschools in Hadley, MA
All About Learning, LLC
287 Russell St, Hadley, MA
5.0
(1)
A local mall Child care facility with two sites. One site is in Amherst and one is in Hadley, Mass. Both centers enroll approximately 40 children each. Opened our doors in 1989 ( 26 years of experience) and through the years have earned an
excellent reputation. We now are servicing some children...
5.0
"I was very nervous about enrolling my son in daycare. As a newly single mom, I wasn't quite sure how I would feel about dropping him off with strangers, and how I could trust anyone to take care of him the way that I can. Judy and I sat down and she assured me...
Beth F.
Whole Children Inc
8 River Dr Ste 3, Hadley, MA
Established in 2004, Whole Children offers recreational, social, and enrichment opportunities for children, including those with special needs. It offers various after-school, weekend, and vacation programs. Its programs involve skill-building, social skills, self-advocacy, and fun. Its operational...
Hadley Kids, Inc.
21 RIVER DR, HADLEY, MA
Hadley Kids, Inc. provides a stimulating early childhood program for toddlers and preschool age up to 5 years. Their goal is to prepare the students for their educational and life journey. The curriculum targets all areas of child development and fosters school readiness.
Hadley Preschool
16 Hadley Pl, Hadley, MA
Located in Hadley, Massachusetts, Hadley School offers early childhood education for children. It provides children with an educational play that aims to enhance every child's language skills, mathematical skills, social skills, positive self-image, and fine and gross motor skills. The school holds...
Free To Be A Child
Corticelli Street, Florence, MA
5.0
(3)
Free to be a Child is a home-based, Reggio-inspired program for a mixed-age group of homeschoolers and preschoolers, run by Lise McGuinness. FtbaC currently serves children 3 through 13 years old.
Homeschooling your child, but need child care while you work? I'd love to work with you. Your...
5.0
"Free to Be a Child is a hidden gem! Lise is a brilliant educator who inspires creativity, curiosity and confidence in all of the children."
Valerie
3.0
(2)
Our Mission:
Nurturing early learners using the science of applied behavior analysis.
Packard Mountain is dedicated to meeting the needs of all children using research and evidence-based curriculum to target skills for acquisition by individualizing education and aligning daily activities to...
5.0
"It's wonderful to see how much the children learn and grow at Packard Mountain! They create a fantastic environment where kids are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop new skills through fun, engaging activities. A truly positive place for early learning!"
Care member
Amherst Montessori School
27 Pomeroy Lane, Amherst, MA
5.0
(1)
Amherst Montessori School is a warm and supportive community that fosters a lifelong love of learning. Our teachers skillfully guide and challenge children toward confidence, independence, leadership, and compassion. Children six months through sixth grade build powerful connections in mixed-age...
5.0
"My two daughters love coming to school everyday at AMS! My oldest is in the Children's House program and my youngest is in the Young Toddler classroom. The teachers are loving and engaging and truly make every child feel special and respected. I am so proud of the...
Mama
Smith College Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill
28 LYMAN RD, Northampton, MA
5.0
(1)
The Smith College Center for Early Childhood Education at Fort Hill is a campus-based program providing high quality early education and child care to Smith College employees and members of the surrounding communities. The program offers part- and full- time enrollment for infants, toddlers, and...
5.0
"The teachers in this program are all warm, experienced, and highly educated. The facility and materials are beautiful and the child:teacher ratios in the classrooms are exceptional. The teachers include full-time music and art teachers with dedicated studio...
Martha C.
Renaissance Preschool
867 North Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA
The Renaissance School a morning preschool program serving families with children 2.9 - 5 years old. Children are welcome to enroll anytime during the academic school year, as soon as they become 2.9 yrs old.
Our preschool is located on the northern edge of the University of Massachusetts,...
Cushman Scott Children's Center
71 Henry St, Amherst, MA
We are assmall non-profit Reggio inspired Children's Center using the Nurtured Heart Approach in North Amherst. We provide care for children 15 months-5+years. Our summer program can have children up to eight years old. We have three classrooms and a staff of 11. We have a 1:00, 3 day minimum...
The Color Collaborative
116 Pleasant Street, Easthampton, MA
Join us for an all-levels after school art program for 7-12 year-olds. Each week we will explore many different mediums and techniques including painting, drawing, fiber art, and collage. This class is great for kids who like to try a little bit of everything. Your children are sure to come home...
Happy Roots Learning Center
235 GREENFIELD RD Box 2, South Deerfield, MA
Happy Roots has an infant/toddler program serving children ages 1 month - 2.9 months and a preschool program for children 2.9 - 6 years old.
Happy Roots provides a safe, nurturing environment with child and teacher initiated activities enhancing social and emotional growth as well as learning life...
Spring Street Preschool
64 Spring Street, Amherst, MA
Spring Street Preschool is an independent, progressive full day preschool located in downtown Amherst. Experienced and caring teachers provide opportunities for constructive play, literacy learning, friendship development across cultures and creative arts. We are multicultural environment. We have...
Nonotuck Community School
221 Riverside Dr, Florence, MA
Nonotuck Community School curriculum is play-based and inspired by
progressive early childhood education theory. Curriculum emerges
from the children s interests and is sparked by their teachers
enthusiasms.
We emphasize community, emotional intelligence and resilience and
provide ample...
Brighter Beginnings Child Care, LLC
411 Granby Rd, South Hadley, MA
3.7
(3)
Located in South Hadley, Massachusetts, Brighter Beginnings Child Care encourages children to unfold their personalities and abilities. It provides a nurturing and understanding environment for children. It offers an independent early childhood program that promotes the physical, emotional, and...
5.0
"My daughter, Lela, had the most wonderful experience learning and growing at Brighter Beginnings Pre-School. I give it my highest recommendation as a school where your child can blossom and feel loved. Lilly is an incredibly dedicated Director, and puts her heart...
Pamela S
Tender Hearts Family Day Care
123 Logtown Rd, Amherst, MA
5.0
(1)
Tender Hearts Family Day Care offers childcare and preschool programs for the community of Amherst, Massachusetts. The center gently guides the child’s first steps away from home and provide them with skills they will need to succeed in their years of elementary school and beyond.
5.0
"This is not your ordinary daycare center, its a loving home where children are nurtured and carefully cared for. They are a very caring family. You will be very impressed with them."
Maria M
Our Lady's Child Care Center
35 Pleasant St, Easthampton, MA
5.0
(1)
Our Lady's Child Care Center provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Easthampton, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Our Lady's Child Care Center accommodates part-time care schedules...
5.0
"I spent quite a long time researching daycare centers and home care providers in the Easthampton MA area. I choose Our Lady of the Valley because all of the providers there seemed like they loved their jobs and the buildings were secure (you wouldn't believe how...
Audrey M.
SHIRLEY MARIE GUERTIN
495 Burts Pit Rd, Florence, MA
5.0
(1)
Shirley Marie Guertin provides childcare and a before- and after-school care program for children in Florence, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities in order to develop their social skills, emotional growth, and physical...
5.0
"A++ i could not expect better;; kind, open communication. concern and care for my child.Her social + cognitive skills have improved dramstically.she loves her time there.The owner takes an interest in every child"
Thomas R
Betsy Crow Yarra's Sweetpeas Preschool and Child Care
59 West St Rear, Easthampton, MA
Betsy Crow Yarra's Sweetpeas Preschool and Child Care is located at 59 West Street Rear, Easthampton, MA. The school provides a Headstart and Universal Pre-Kindergarten Pilot Class designed to promote children's growth and development. Betsy Crow Yarra's Sweetpeas Preschool and Child Care is open...
Capacidad Fort River School
70 S East St, Amherst, MA
Capacidad is located in Amherst, MA. It is a preschool that offers programs to children age 4 to 7 years old. They also offer after school program. The school has a maximum care capacity of 65 children. Their daily schedule starts at 3:10 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Hadley, MA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Hadley, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Hadley, 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 Hadley, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Hadley, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Hadley, 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 Hadley, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Hadley, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Hadley, 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 Hadley, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.