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Recent preschool reviews in South Hadley, MA

Brighter Beginnings Child Care, LLC

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 and expertise into creating a safe,...

- Pamela S

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

Fraga's Family Daycare

5.0

Ms. T is Amazing! My daughter has been going to Fraga's Daycare since day 1 and she absolutely loves it! My girl loves all the fun arts and crafts they do and brings home. Ms T has taught her how to count, tell shapes and colors. I appreciate how much she puts effort into helping my child learn. I...

- Maliza B.

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.

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 South Hadley, MA

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
"I have two children who are enrolled in the program at BBCC we LOVE it! My children are learning color,numbers and more!"

Lillian E.


Andrea's Daycare

16 Roundelay Road, South Hadley, MA

My daycare is designed around parents who work a school year schedule ; Sept to June. There is no charge for the major vacations and for the summer months. My mission is to have the children feel safe and happy. Each day is structured around a learning environment that is appropriate for the child's...

ALPHABET SOUP CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC

5 Ferry St, South Hadley, MA

Alphabet Soup Childcare Center in South Hadley, Massachusetts offers educational childcare services for preschool and school-age children. The center provides children ages two to eight years a well-rounded, safe, educational and caring environment that supports growth and development. The center's...

Rise & Shine Academy

30 Old Lyman Rd, South Hadley, MA

Rise and Shine Academy (RSA) provides quality child care services to families of children between 1 month and 7 years of age. Based in South Hadley, Massachusetts, this school offers a developmentally appropriate program intended to promote skill development and social competency. The center is...

Stephanie S

29 Searle Rd, South Hadley, MA

My name is Stephanie and I am a student at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst! I am currently studying mathematics with concentration in actuarial science, I just switched to the major from astrochemistry. I tutor for high school level maths and below. I have no siblings but I have 2 cousins...

Tanya Family Day Care

14 Magnolia Ter, South Hadley, MA

Tonya Family Day Care located in South Hadley Massachusetts is a home-based childcare center that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It provides full-time, part-time, before and after school programs for the children in the community. The home center has a capacity of 8...

The Gorse Children's Center

27 MORGAN ST, SOUTH HADLEY, MA

The Gorse Children's Center in SOUTH HADLEY, MA creates developmentally appropriate educational programs that empower the kids to be lifelong learners, confident, and successful. They offer a language-rich environment that cultivates writing, listening, reading, and speaking. They foster positive...

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
"I love how they are very attentive of the kids, right when they get there. The kids are immediately engaged. They have teacher time and self engage time, They give updates with pictures throughout the day, which I love. At Packard Mountain the team works with the...

Brigid O.


Fraga's Family Daycare

Fraga's Family Daycare

INDIAN ORCHARD, Indian Orchard, MA

5.0

(1)

Fragas Family Daycare provides a quality early education and care experience to each and every child and family served. FFD is a place where each child has fun, feels loved, learns and is respected. We embrace every child, and meet them where they are individually. We lift them up to build their...
5.0
"Ms. T is Amazing! My daughter has been going to Fraga's Daycare since day 1 and she absolutely loves it! My girl loves all the fun arts and crafts they do and brings home. Ms T has taught her how to count, tell shapes and colors. I appreciate how much she puts...

Maliza B.


Free To Be A Child

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
"We could not have imagined a more rich experience for our son. Lise creates an environment where creativity and curiosity, flourish and where deep thinkers with kind hearts are nurtured."

Emily R


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.


Nonotuck Community School

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...

Blessed Sacrament School

Blessed Sacrament School

21 Westfield Road, Holyoke, MA

Blessed Sacrament Preschool offers separate programs for 3 year olds and 4 year olds. Full day and half day programs are available as well as a 2-5 day per week option for 3 year olds and a 3-5 day per week option for the 4 year olds. Our Preschool uses a curriculum that promotes learning through...

Children's House, Inc.

Children's House, Inc.

24 Chapin Terrace, Springfield, MA

2.6

(5)

Children's House established in 1979 offers programs that provide opportunities for healthy ego development in the young child; catering to a young child's need to feel important and be successful. We are nationally accredited and licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and...
5.0
"I absolutely love all the staff. They teach my two daughters not just take care of them like a typical daycare but more like preschool! My daughter has shown progress in so many ways. Love the cozy environment and the attention they give the kids. Communication...

Care member


Children's House Inc.

Children's House Inc.

513 Beech Street, Holyoke, MA

Each center has a full-time Center Director and the requisite number of professionally trained teaching staff. All teaching staff are certified by the Department of Early Education and Care and trained in First Aid and CPR. We offer Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten Programs. We have two...

The Little Growing Tree

The Little Growing Tree

203 Old Enfield Road, Belchertown, MA

We are a Mother & Daughter team dedicated to providing a warm and nurturing early childhood environment. Our 1,100 square foot family child care center is located in its own building, adjacent to the family home. We serve families with children ages 8 weeks to 6 years old with a total capacity of 6....

Beyond Painting Day Care

Beyond Painting Day Care

216 Elm St., Holyoke, MA

I am a State licensed Provider with 16 years of experience with children. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Program. I have worked in preschools and private day care centers. I provide a home like environment where children feel happy and safe while learning with love and care.

The Color Collaborative

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...

5.0

(2)

The Belchertown Community Preschool Association, Inc. provides a preschool program in Belchertown, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical...
5.0
"I can honestly say this is the perfect preschool for my kids. My oldest daughter is Kindergarten ready just half way through her second year. My youngest daughter is shyer and I feel she can get more individualized attention to make her feel comfortable in a newer...

Kerri G.


Clown Around Preschool & Daycare Center

31 Gunn Rd, Southampton, MA

5.0

(1)

The Clown Around Preschool provides preschool and a before- and after-school care program for children in Southampton, 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
"We love clown around, my son wakes up each morning hoping for it to be a school day. Barbara and Lynn do a great job making the children's space welcoming and enjoyable. The outside playground is outstanding!"

Kayla M.


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