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Saint Paul Early Education Inc.
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about St. Paul’s! My child has been attending since they were 3 months old, and the care and attention they have received from the entire staff have been exceptional.
The teachers are warm, nurturing, and truly dedicated to each child’s growth and well-being. I...
- Care member
THE SHIRAT HAYAM CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION
5.0
The school is the best place. I could sit for an hour about how wonderful they are. Our son has been going for the last 10 months.
The teachers care for my son so well. I cannot tell you what an amazing place this is.
- Marta W.
Saint Paul Early Education
5.0
Our family absolutely loves Saint Paul Early Education and would highly recommend to any parents looking for childcare. Our son jumps for joy (this is not an exaggeration) when he arrives at school every morning, excited to start his day. He's created such close and loving bonds with the teachers,...
- Meredith F.
Little Blessings - Marblehead
5.0
Leashia made a huge difference in our son's life. He literally ran into her arms each morning and was always sad to head home at the end of the day. He has learned SO MUCH while in her care - we cannot thank her enough.
- Leashia H.
Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc.
5.0
Great Beginnings is an amazing child care facility. My oldest son who is now 7 years old started there as a toddler and also did the preschool program before he moved onto Kindergarten. My 4 year old daughter is currently in the full day preschool program on Tuesday and Thursday and my 2 year old...
- Jennifer P.
Preschools in Manchester, MA
Hornet's After School Program
43 LINCOLN ST, MANCHESTER, MA
Hornet's After School Program is a full time after school program that offers a safe, supportive alternative between school and home for the children in grades K-5 and is designed for children to have some fun after school. Activities include checkers, jump rope, air hockey, four square, ping pong,...
5.0
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Program Services:
We provide infant, toddler, preschool & Pre-K services for children. Our center offers services from 4 weeks to 6 years. We offer full day sessions from 7:00am- 5:00pm. We provide low teacher/child ratios (1:5) in different sets of classrooms and we compliment our center with a...
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about St. Paul’s! My child has been attending since they were 3 months old, and the care and attention they have received from the entire staff have been exceptional.
The teachers are warm, nurturing, and truly dedicated to each...
Care member
THE SHIRAT HAYAM CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION
55 ATLANTIC AVE, SWAMPSCOTT, MA
5.0
(1)
The Shirat Hayam Center for Early Education believes that children learn best through play. We offer a Reggio inspired educational experience which fosters development of the “whole” child. Our newly renovated classrooms and outdoor space encourage exploration, creativity, and cooperation. We...
5.0
"The school is the best place. I could sit for an hour about how wonderful they are. Our son has been going for the last 10 months.
The teachers care for my son so well. I cannot tell you what an amazing place this is. "
Marta W.
Saint Paul Early Education
130 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA
5.0
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Program Services:
We provide infant, toddler, preschool & Pre-K services for children. Our center offers services from 4 weeks to 6 years. We offer full day from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.We provide low teacher/child ratios (1:5) in different sets of classrooms and we compliment our center with a...
5.0
"My son has been going here for a few months now. He absolutely loves it, and learns so much! The teachers are so wonderful and they communicate very well with any needs or concerns. I highly recommend having your little one come here, it feels like being with...
Tara R.
Little Blessings - Marblehead
43 Baldwin Road, Marblehead, MA
5.0
(1)
Little Blessings is a home daycare located in Marblehead, Massachusetts. Little Blessings' goal is to provide affordable, flexible childcare options for busy parents located in Marblehead, Salem, and Swampscott.
With over 20 years' combined experience in the childcare and industry, Leashia...
5.0
"Leashia made a huge difference in our son's life. He literally ran into her arms each morning and was always sad to head home at the end of the day. He has learned SO MUCH while in her care - we cannot thank her enough."
Leashia H.
Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc.
28 Water Street, Danvers, MA
5.0
(1)
Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc. offers infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten learning programs for children between the ages of 1 month through 8 years of age. At Great Beginnings Learning School, Inc., we offer a full food program, along with enrichment programs (yoga, music,...
5.0
"Great Beginnings is an amazing child care facility. My oldest son who is now 7 years old started there as a toddler and also did the preschool program before he moved onto Kindergarten. My 4 year old daughter is currently in the full day preschool program on...
Jennifer P.
Toddle Inn Daycare
10 Sumner Rd, Salem, MA
5.0
(1)
Toddle Inn Daycare is a licensed home daycare that has been in business for the past 22 years. We offer a nationally recognized Mother Goose preschool curriculum for children of all ages. My home is in Salem, on the Swampscott/Marblehead line and resides in a quiet neighborhood with a large fenced...
5.0
"For me, selecting who to leave my 4-month old infant with was one of the hardest, most gut-wrenching experiences - but, Corinne and her awesome team of assistants made it easy. From the second you enter her clean and inviting home, you know you have found...
Anna L.
Tricia Joles Daycare
130 Essex St Box 182A, South Hamilton, MA
5.0
(1)
MORNING DAYCARE FOR PRESCHOOL LEARNERS (2 day, 3 day or 5 day options)
I am certified, licensed, and approved by the Early Education and Care department in the state of Massachusetts to provide in-home Daycare. I have been providing this service two years out of my home. I am also CPR and First...
5.0
"My daughter has loved being at Tricia's daycare this year! It has been wonderful to know my daughter was in a safe location where she was getting one-on-one care when needed, as well as expanding her mind with creative play and plenty of outdoor time. The many...
Lisa
Kindred Gardens Early Learning
5a Dr. Osman Babson Road, Gloucester, MA
5.0
(1)
FCC Expansions ... in business since 2008.
At Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care, We maintain a hazard-free, nurturing, safe clean environment. We believe that early childhood education should be an exciting and educational experience. We at Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care are CHILD...
5.0
"I cannot say enough about Misty and her staff @ Kindred Gardens, they are amazing they have gone above and beyond to keep some kind of normalcy in all of "their" kids lives during the most trying times. Even when forced to close Misty stayed in contact always...
Danielle C.
Next Generation Children's Centers Beverly
232 Essex Street, BEVERLY, MA
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...
We are a vibrant international early childhood education center that fosters multilingual development and cultural awareness in children ages 12 months to 8 years. Our unique environment provides excellent instruction in both English and Portuguese, creating natural bilingual development through...
Young World Academy
3 GreenLedge Street, Salem, MA
Young World Academy is a 12 month program, full daycare and preschool provider since 1974, and we encourage you to come by for a tour and to meet our wonderful staff. Rates are very favorable and service is highly rated by our customers. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions you...
Pleasant Street Preschool
15 Pleasant St., Marblehead, MA
A unique, one-classroom program thoughtfully designed for a small group of children to learn and grow together as they prepare for kindergarten. We offer a half day program for 13 children per day, ages 2 years 9 months to 5 years, Monday - Friday, 8:00am-12:30pm. Located in the historic downtown of...
Cape Ann YMCA Child Care
67 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA
SAFE, NURTURING ENVIRONMENTS FOR CHILDREN TO LEARN, GROW, THRIVE, AND HAVE FUN!
Child Care programs for children ages 15 months through 12 years.
At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That's why our early...
For Kids Only After School
194 Essex St, Salem, MA
For over 30 years, For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) has provided high-quality out-of-school time programming to school-age children, kindergarten to grade 8. FKO operates 16 school-based sites and 2 independent facilities, partnering with six school districts in: East Boston, Everett, Peabody,...
Ipswich Family YMCA
110 County Road, Ipswich, MA
SAFE, NURTURING ENVIRONMENTS FOR CHILDREN TO LEARN, GROW, THRIVE, AND HAVE FUN!
Child Care programs for children ages 2.9 years through 12 years.
At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That's why our child...
Sunnyviews Family Child Care
38 Ashton St, Beverly, MA
SunnyViews is moving to North Andover, MA in November 2018 and looking for new toddlers and preschoolers! At SunnyViews, we believe in learning through age appropriate activities and play. We spend a large amount of time outdoors learning through doing. Meghan has worked with children most of her...
Kravenmore Kids Child Care
10 Peabody Avenue, Beverly, MA
WELCOME to Kravenmore Kids Childcare. The children refer to me as Miss Kerri and this is the twelfth year I've operated Kravenmore Kids. I am licensed by the State of Massachusetts for ten children. I'm blessed to have some truly incredible and very qualified assistants and some terrific families. I...
Teachable Moments
10 Mount Vernon Street, Gloucester, MA
Teachable Moments has been a licensed Family Child Care program since 1998. Here, we provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment where children can begin to develop many lifelong skills. Our daily routine is flexible enough to include many child-centered, play based activities while...
Small World on the Green
1 Meetinghouse Grn, Ipswich, MA
4.0
(1)
The Small World on the Green in Ipswich, Massachusetts offers preschool and childcare for pre-K children. They prepare the children for further schooling and stimulates the children's emotional, social, cognitive and physical growth and academic development. The Small World on the Green accommodates...
4.0
"nice size and 2 large spaces with 2 bathrooms and sinks...lunch not provided..great variety of fine motor/crafts/reading times/resting and outdoor/creative times too...2 teachers well trained and very reasonable too"
Kristen B.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Manchester, MA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Manchester, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Manchester, 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 Manchester, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Manchester, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Manchester, 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 Manchester, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Manchester, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Manchester, 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 Manchester, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.