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Child Care Centers in Melrose, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

Little Sunshine Academy

My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from...

- James R.

Global Children School

I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both...

- Marigo S.

THE SHIRAT HAYAM CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION

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...

- Marta W.

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Little Sunshine Academy

146 Boardman Avenue Melrose, MA

5.0(2)
Little Sunshine Academy is a family child care center that provides a fun educational curriculum. Located on Boardman Avenue in Melrose. Provider has a B.S. in Child Development and loves children. Children will have a great day while they learn new things. We are licensed by the EEC. We are now enrolling for the fall.

James R. says "My son loves going to Little Sunshine Academy everyday. We couldn't have found a better place for our little man to spend his time away from us. It is the...

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First Steps Early Learning Center

6 Eastman Place 3rd Floor Melrose, MA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Providing learning and care for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old.
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Little Sprouts - Melrose

40 Washington St. Melrose, MA

Child care
You know you've chosen the right early education program when it just feels right. Everything at Little Sprouts is part of our joyful mission to make children feel happy and parents feel confident. When we first opened Little Sprouts in 1982, we knew we were onto something big. We realized the importance of giving children an...
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In-Home daycare
Child care
The Explore and Grow Family Daycare provides childcare for children in Melrose, 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 coordination. The Explore and Grow Family Daycare is open from...
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Melrose YMCA Child Care Center

106 MAIN ST MELROSE, MA

Child care
Melrose YMCA CCC in MELROSE, MA offers various developmental programs for individuals that enable them to build relationships, have fun, and learn something new. They provide summer camps, swimming lessons, fitness, enrichment, and sports classes. They feature a nurturing, safe, and warm environment where the kids grow...
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Step 1 Family Child Care

E Foster Street Melrose, MA

Step 1 Family Child Care Are you looking for ratio is 1:3, professional quality early education, health, safety, clean care for your child? What does Step 1 Family Child Care have? * Step 1 licenses by Mass. EEC. The owner is certify Director, Lead Teacher and worked at NAEYC center in Boston & Brookline area and has...
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Melrose Day Care

121 W Foster St Melrose, MA

Child care
Melrose daycare center is a NAEYC accredited and a level 2 QRIS recognized early childhood education facility at 121 W Foster St, Melrose, MA. Their center provides an age-appropriate care to infants through pre-K in a safe and nurturing environment.
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Melrose Unitarian Universalist

70 W Emerson St Melrose, MA

Child care
Melrose Unitarian Universalist is a Church in Melrose, Massachusetts that offers care and education for children from preschool through 8th grade. It offers a religious education and encourages children's curiosity through social justice projects, and the experience of being part of a religious organization. The center opens...
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Kathy Doyle's Happy Hours Preschool

429 UPHAM ST MELROSE, MA

Kathy Doyle's Happy Hours Preschool is a daycare center located at 429 Upham St, Melrose, MA that emphasizes the significance of play in children's development. Their strategies include the use of play and various activities such as songs and story time that enhance the mental and physical maturation of their students.
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Global Children School

4A Gill St Woburn, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Montessori
Preschool
+ 2 more
WELCOME to the first Global Children School in Massachusetts! * Quality Early Childhood Education * Full Immersion Approach English, Spanish and Russian * Child-Centered Approach * Project-Based Guided Learning * Intercultural Mindfulness * Global and Sustainable Living Perspective * accepting Massachusetts voucher for child...

Marigo S. says "I love Global Children . We are still using them during the pandemic. They are extremely vigilant. They speak to the children in both Russian & Spanish in...

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THE SHIRAT HAYAM CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION

55 ATLANTIC AVE SWAMPSCOTT, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 1 more
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 specialize in providing a...

Marta W. says "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...

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Global Children's School

4A Gill Street WOBURN, MA

4.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$615/mo
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
A joyful, child-centered, multicultural early education in Woburn, Massachusetts. Infants through Kindergarten. Certified, Experienced teachers are trained in early childhood best practices. Convenient locations Woburn, Natick and Cambridge. Great outdoors. Hot meals Included. * We specialize in Quality Early Childhood...

Mike C. says "We have one kid there for close to a year. The staff is great, and we've worked with Catherine and the school has grown since. Everybody is extremely nice...

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Little Sprouts Arlington

118 Pleasant Street ARLINGTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
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 offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Children enjoy stepping back into...

Care Member says "The Teachers are very professional and communicative about my daughter's day which puts my mind at ease. "

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Three Ducklings Learning Center

20A Delcarmine St WAKEFIELD, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1733/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Day Care
Child care
At Three Ducklings Learning Center, our mission is to provide a nurturing and enriching environment where every child’s potential is recognized, cherished, and cultivated. We are committed to fostering a place where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore, learn, and grow. With a dedicated team of experienced...

Sydney M. says "From the depths of our hearts, we give our sincerest appreciation to Lorena, whose exceptional qualities as a teacher have left an indelible mark on our...

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Josey's Daycare

81 Woodlawn Ave Waltham, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Josey's Daycare is a home based center that has been in business for thirty years. At this center, children will grow and learn through exploration and play. Structure will be provided for the children as well as a thriving learning environment. Children will be engaged in activities throughout the day that promote age...

Kathryn L. says "Our daughter had been with Josey since she was 3 months old. She's now 2 and gets so excited in the morning to go to "Jojo's house". Josey provides a...

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Saint Paul Early Education Inc.

130 Sylvan St. Unit 2 DANVERS, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$400/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
+ 2 more
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 dedicated indoor and outdoor...

Care Member says "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...

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Tartts Day Care Centers

56 Wareham St. Boston, MA

4.5(24)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
A family-run enterprise since 1946, Tartt's is an industry leader, recognized for our enriching programs, exemplary facilities and accomplished staff. Our philosophy is straightforward: we place the experiences of children and families at the center of our business. Tartt's remains in demand without having to advertise. Our...

Anna A. says "Our daughter attended Tartts for almost one year and we all absolutely loved it. We were sad to say goodbye to all of her teachers, the staff, and her...

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THE FRANCES JACOBSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

477 LONGWOOD AVE BOSTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1556/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Reggio emilia
Preschool
The Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center (FJECC) at Temple Israel of Boston offers an innovative, high quality secular and Judaic curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment. We foster critical thinking and a love of learning through carefully curated, joyful play in children from 1 year and 8 months to 5 years. Based...

Nicole L. says " FJECC is a magical place where children thrive, create and explore and where families of all backgrounds feel welcomed into the community. The highly...

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Beacon Child Care

15 North Beacon Street Allston, MA

3.4(5)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
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, learning styles and...

Jennifer W. says "My son has been at Beacon Child Care for a year and it has been wonderful. He's excited to go every day and really loves the care givers. They are warm,...

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L. Family Daycare

40 Chestnut Street Stoneham, MA

4.3(7)

State license verified

I am a licensed family child care in Stoneham. I have been doing home daycare for 21 years, but prior to that I was a Director of a group daycare center. My home daycare is just that a home daycare. I want my children to feel as comfortable as they feel at their own home. I feel the same way about the moms and dads. I want them...

Mike F says "I took my daughter to Stephanie after being home with her for 7 months straight during the COVID lockdown. During this time, I grew very attached to my...

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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Melrose, MA

Child care centers near you in Melrose, MA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Melrose, MA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Melrose, MA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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