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Nashoba Montessori School, Inc.
5.0
I can not recommend Nashoba Montessori School enough!
My little one has attended NMS since she was 3, this will be her 4th and sadly her final year.
The teachers are amazing and so supportive in every way helping my child along the way to reach her full potential.
Nashoba Montessori is a...
- Olivia W.
Oak Meadow School
5.0
We have four children, one in nearly every program level from Children's House to Middle School at Oak Meadow. We could not love this school, the staff, or the wonderfully diverse families more if we wanted to. Since I cannot keep my children with me forever and always, Oak Meadow is the next best...
- Hilary M
Adventure Kids, Inc. dba Northwest Child Development Center
5.0
by far, this is the best center I have ever visited. The staff are warm and loving and always go the extra mile. They meet high standards and the facility is immaculate and safe. They are developmentally based which means my child is always grouped with his peers and his progress is assessed on a...
- Zak
Northwest Childcare & Development Center
5.0
I have sent all three of my daughters to Northwest Childcare and Development Center! My oldest started in the Pre-K program and has been successful in her schooling since! (All of her teachers asked where she went to Pre-K because she was so advanced.) My younger two have gone through the entire...
- Care member
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.
Preschools in Shirley, MA
NANCY DAVENPORT
43 Peabody Rd, Shirley, MA
Nancy Davenport owns The Wonderful World of Children, a childcare provider that serves the community of Shirley MA. It offers a warm and loving environment and provides play-based and child-centered programs that develop children's social skills and mental growth. The center allows each child to...
Nashoba Montessori School, Inc.
725 Main St., Lancaster, MA
5.0
(2)
Offering Toddler,Preschool, Kindergarten & First Grade Prep.,(ages 24 months-7years) programs based on individualized curriculum promoting independence.
Peace Education, Math, Language, Science/Nature, Cultural Studies, Music & the Arts are integrated into hands-on learning materials.
STEM...
5.0
"I continue to highly recommend this school. It is an amazing environment with highly qualified, nurturing staff. Your children will LOVE going to school!"
Donna B.
Oak Meadow School
2 Old Pickard Lane, Littleton, MA
3.0
(2)
Oak Meadow School is an independent Montessori school, serving children from 15 months through grade 8. Rooted in the child-centered Montessori philosophy, Oak Meadow fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural awareness while nurturing children s spirits. A diverse community of...
5.0
"We have four children, one in nearly every program level from Children's House to Middle School at Oak Meadow. We could not love this school, the staff, or the wonderfully diverse families more if we wanted to. Since I cannot keep my children with me forever and...
Hilary M
Adventure Kids, Inc. dba Northwest Child Development Center
194 Arlington Street, Leominster, MA
3.5
(2)
N.A.E.Y.C accredited, Mass Licensed. Our early education and care center is developmentally based, operates full-time (6:30 AM to 5:30 PM), year round, 5 days per week. Open enrollment. We care for infants through age 5. We use ASQ-3 "family completed child assessment system" and the Teaching...
5.0
"by far, this is the best center I have ever visited. The staff are warm and loving and always go the extra mile. They meet high standards and the facility is immaculate and safe. They are developmentally based which means my child is always grouped with his peers...
Zak
Kozy Kids Daycare
372 Franklin Rd., Fitchburg, MA
Preschool and Childcare in a cozy, loving home environment. School calendar year offered with vacations and summers off of tuition. We offer full time spots for ages newborn to 12 years old. It's fun to learn and play with a full curriculum, a pre-school program, along with a healthy food program....
Our school and childcare center is committed to providing a high quality early education program that serves infants through 5 years of age. We offer an environment that encourages social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth.
5.0
"I have sent all three of my daughters to Northwest Childcare and Development Center! My oldest started in the Pre-K program and has been successful in her schooling since! (All of her teachers asked where she went to Pre-K because she was so advanced.) My younger...
Care member
Applewild Preschool at Devens
27 JACKSON ROAD, Devens, MA
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...
Lunenburg Learn And Play Home Daycare
446 Reservoir Rd, Lunenburg, MA
I am an experienced preschool teacher, nanny, and mother with a licensed home daycare in Lunenburg. I've developed a curriculum filled with innovative ways to teach developmentally appropriate activities using play-based learning philosophies. As a former preschool teacher l run my daycare with a...
A Little Step At A Time
54 Woodland Dr, Lunenburg, MA
Hello,
My name is Yong, I am a family childcare provider in Lunenburg, MA. I had worked in the early childhood education field for about 16 years. I am licensed for six children from the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). I can accommodate children from infants to elementary school age...
Together Family Child Care
15 Alyssa Dr, Townsend, MA
Preschool or ages 2-5, full or part time; EEC licensed
The Children's Center at Groton
20 Joy Ln, Groton, MA
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...
Perkins Child Development Center
25 Creamery Rd., Lancaster, MA
The Perkins Child Development Center provides an enriched and engaging environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that encourages their imagination, challenges their thinking skills and enhances their social and language development. Our curriculum is based on the understanding of...
Applewild School
120 Prospect St, Fitchburg, MA
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...
AYER KIDDIE DEPOT
33 Shirley St, Ayer, MA
5.0
(1)
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!"
Sheryl B.
Village Nursery School
40 Poor Farm Rd, Harvard, MA
Village Nursery School in Harvard, Maine, is a child care establishment that utilizes the Montessori philosophy and materials in their classroom that self-correct and help the students in developing their five senses. This child care institution helps in promoting independence on the part of the...
Moppet School
83 Hollis St, Pepperell, MA
The Moppet School is a childcare provider and preschool in Pepperell, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They encourage new friendships, creativity, and exploration as the children develop their love for learning. The Moppet...
Ayer Community School
21 Washington St, Ayer, MA
Ayer Community School located in Ayer, MA has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Preschool, Pre Kindergarten, Part time and Full time Child Care, Before and After School Care for...
Busy Bees Preschool Center, Inc.
3 Harugari St, Fitchburg, MA
The Busy Bees Preschool Center in Fitchburg, Massachusetts offers bilingual preschool and childcare for pre-K children. They provide a safe environment where the children can grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. The Busy Bees Preschool Center offers full- and part-time care and...
Fun and Learning Family Child Care
179 Old Farm Rd, Leominster, MA
The Fun and Learning Family Child Care provides preschool and a before- and after-school care program for children in Leominster, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities in order to develop their social skills, emotional growth,...
Groton Community School
110 BOSTON RD, Groton, MA
Groton Community School is a nationally accredited, non-profit early childhood center. We are committed to interacting with each child as a unique individual and dedicated to giving each child and his/her family the most positive first school experience. We strive to be a community school in...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Shirley, MA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Shirley, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Shirley, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Shirley, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.