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Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Mattapan, MA?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Mattapan, MA?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, MA.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in Mattapan, MA?

When looking for a preschool near you in Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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Recent preschool reviews in Mattapan, MA

BARN YARD CHILD CARE CENTER, INC.

5.0

Our daughter has been attending the Barnyard since August of 2018 when she was 3 months old. As a family, we absolutely love it here. She has gone through each of the classrooms and has thrived in each one. She has made numerous lifetime friends and has learned and grown more than any parent could...

- melissa D.

Ethos Learning Center

5.0

I have 2 children there -- they are absolutely TOP NOTCH. You pay for what you get from the director to the teachers. Huge development verbally, socially with my kids. I can't say enough.

- Kaitlin H.

Discover Me School House

4.0

I have a kid there who's attended for 7 months now. It’s been good experience with the staff and they have an amazing environment for kids. I love the staff, they are really nice and my daughter really likes going there.

- Nicole C.

Panda Cub Academy

5.0

We enrolled our child at Panda Cub Academy when she was almost 3 years old. Prior to that, she was enrolled at another local daycare where she had a difficult experience. She refused to eat or drink during the first week and the school was not proactive about addressing these concerns. Thankfully,...

- Tim C.

Red Apple

5.0

I highly recommend Red Apple to other families! My daughter started there at four months old and left at about 18 months because we moved. I really feel it was the best place for her to be as a baby and young toddler. Jing is loving, caring and patient and I could tell she really cared about my...

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Preschools in Mattapan, MA

BARN YARD CHILD CARE CENTER, INC.

474 CANTON ST, WESTWOOD, MA

5.0

(2)

** The Barn Yard Child Care Center is accepting Waitlist Applications only at this time. ** The Barn Yard fills the need parents have while providing the "back yard" that children deserve. We support each child in their explorations by offering challenging play where children learn by being...

5.0

"Our daughter has been attending the Barnyard since August of 2018 when she was 3 months old. As a family, we absolutely love it here. She has gone through each of the classrooms and has thrived in each one. She has made numerous lifetime friends and has learned and...

melissa D.

Ethos Learning Center

416 West Broadway, SOUTH BOSTON, MA

5.0

(1)

We are open 8am -6pm Mondays through Fridays. At Ethos, we understand parents’ needs and strive to offer total flexibility to support them as best we can. Our goal is to build a diverse and secure learning community for the children in our care. Learning and development is part of life that...

5.0

"I have 2 children there -- they are absolutely TOP NOTCH. You pay for what you get from the director to the teachers. Huge development verbally, socially with my kids. I can't say enough."

Kaitlin H.

Discover Me School House

2070 Centre Street, WEST ROXBURY, MA

Starting at $2400/mo

4.3

(3)

Discover Me child center is a diverse child care program that embodies multiculturalism and economic differences. We believe in nurturing the whole child. We are a very small unique center with 18 children and 8 teachers.

5.0

"My daughter has been there since August of last year. We've had good experience with the staff, they've been very helpful, Shea the director is always willing to accommodate us with anything we need. Specially with Covid, it's been tough and they've been very...

Marisa R.

Panda Cub Academy

1200 BOYLSTON STREET, BROOKLINE, MA

Starting at $2695/mo

5.0

(3)

Panda Cub Academy offers children 6 months to 6 years old a progressive Montessori based curriculum while immersing them in Chinese language and culture. All classes are led by our native Mandarin speaking teachers who are also proficient in English, state certified, and experienced in early...

5.0

"We have been with Panda Cub Academy ever since it opened more than 11 years ago. We have three children and all three have or are going through Panda. It’s a wonderful mandarin immersion environment where the kids are engaged with Madarin in the best way possible:...

Yin-Len

Red Apple

91 Belmont St, Everett, MA

5.0

(16)

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.

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.

Youbellor Child Academy- Medford

273 Middlesex Avenue, MEDFORD, MA

Starting at $1700/mo

5.0

(4)

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

"Youbellor has been our daycare provider since 2018. We are very pleased with the directors and teachers, many who have been there since we started using them for childcare. Both of our children (one graduated and one current) enjoy their time at Youbellor and look...

Shannon X.

X Y Z Family Child Care

464 Sea St, Quincy, MA

5.0

(8)

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

"My daughter has been at XYZ since she was 10 months old and has just "graduated" to head off to pre-school almost 3 years later. In the years she has spent with Latifa, she has learned and grown so much. The loving and nurturing environment coupled with healthy...

Julie O.

BAMBOO GARDEN EARLY LEARNING AND CARE CENTER

488 HANCOCK ST, QUINCY, MA

Starting at $1690/mo

5.0

(1)

We are bilingual daycare center! Mandarin and English. Our teaching method is Montessori Education! In our daycare center all the teachers are highly qualified teachers. We offer bright and clean classrooms, toddler classroom and preschool classroom.

5.0

"Fantastic. Really nice. Great facility."

Amaya X.

Beacon Child Care

15 North Beacon Street, Allston, MA

3.4

(5)

At Beacon Child Care, our goal is to provide affordable high-quality early childhood education and care that will enhance the growth and development of your child. Here you will find a nurturing environment for children of ages 2 months to 6 years. We recognize that each child has unique talents,...

5.0

"I don't remember meeting any parent named Mandy, and I have been with this daycare for a while now. I am sorry she felt this way about her child, but I have been sending my son to this daycare for the past 2 1/2 years and he completely loves it! The staff members...

Heather R.

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

"Peapod has been a wonderful fit for our 2 kids (both of whom started as infants). Shannon is kind, attentive, and responsive. Both of our kids instantly took to her and love going. She provides enriching activities and outdoor time at the park next door. It is...

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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

"Wonderful, welcoming and accommodating family daycare. After visiting many other daycares nothing compared to the warm trusting feeling i got when leaving my boys with Lucy and her assistants. Not to mention the numerous current and past references that i was given...

Christina G

ABC Childcare

171 Gould Street, NEEDHAM, MA

Starting at $1900/mo

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 has been a great experience for both of my children! My daughter was able to gain the skills to confidently enter kindergarten and my son continues to grow while currently enrolled. During the time at ABC, children and parents can expect preparation...

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Cambridge Nursery School

6 Hillside Place, Cambridge, MA

5.0

(9)

Tucked away in a recently renovated building in a quiet residential neighborhood, CNS provides a warm and playful atmosphere for learning for children aged 2 years and 9 months through 5 years. As a parent cooperative, we have a strong community that benefits not only your child, but your entire...

5.0

"CNS has become one of my favorite places on the planet, an oasis of kindness full of wonderful teachers and families! Feel so blessed we found CNS for our daughter!"

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Fairmount Hill Childcare

272 Fairmount Ave. 1, Hyde Park, MA

5.0

(1)

Fairmount Hill Child Care is a licensed home daycare and microschool. We offer quality infant and toddler care with excellent ratios - typically 3 adults for 10 children. We offer preschool starting at 18 months, a dynamic, hands-on pre-k program for 4-year-olds, and we follow a secular,...

5.0

"ill be so happy to work with this family and baby"

Pauline P.

Newton Childcare Academy

145 Wells Ave, Newton, MA

5.0

(4)

5.0

"Enjoyed the tour with Forooz so much and am happy to have enrolled my toddler. Great teachers, organic menu options and sparkling clean facility!"

Martha

Panda Bilingual Daycare

30 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge, MA

5.0

(1)

Panda Bilingual Daycare is a bilingual Mandarin- English early educational childcare center combining the Montessori educational philosophy with Chinese and American language and culture. Our center's mission is to offer the highest quality care and education for children from three months to...

5.0

"We have a 2.5yrs daughter in Panda Bilingual Daycare since this summer. We have been very satisfied so far. The site is brand new and the facilities are very nice. The teachers care deeply about the kids and constantly communicate with us about our daughter's every...

Mingshu H

Rock and Roll Daycare

574 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA

5.0

(1)

Nanny Recruiter is a premium placement agency for full-time and part-time Nannies throughout the Greater Boston area. Our full-time recruiters will work with you to assist in personalizing the selection process of a Nanny. We simplify many of our processes through automatic billing, payroll...

5.0

"Creative childcare facility. There is a very strong emphasis on music. The teachers take great care of the children, and the office staff respond quickly to any parental question or issues."

Katie B

Newton School for Children

25 Lenglen Rd #2, NEWTON, 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...

Little Sprouts Belmont

259 Beech Street, BELMONT, MA

Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Belmont, MA Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s trusted a preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options...