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When smaller is better, home daycare is the best. Find great options for infants & toddlers near you.
I have worked within the educational system for 18 years. I began in early childhood education, it is my passion, and I have always wanted to return to my roots. My working career began in travel and tourism. I then transferred to health care as a Facilitator and Coordinator at Dana Farber Cancer Institute. My career then took me to banking in the Commercial Lending Division at Fleet and Sovereign Bank, now (Santander). During this time period I decided to enter the teaching profession so that I could spend more time with my children, go on longer vacations, and have a similar schedule. I have been an educator for 18 years. I first began as a 5th Grade resource teacher and then became a kindergarten teacher / resource kindergarten teacher. I was also a Family Community Field Coordinator for Boston Public Schools. Family involvement and family engagement are important for the development of children. I also incorporate a variety of cultures by having food , cultural days, and reading various books from around the world. I encourage families to get involved through participation.
From a young age, I helped to care for the younger children in my family and neighborhood. Child care really became a passion for me—my heart belongs to kids. When I had my son and started looking for child care for him, I was so discouraged by what I found. None of the programs felt like the quality of care I would provide. I realized this was a wonderful opportunity to create my own program. Through Aiden’s Little Munchkins Home Daycare, I am able to offer local families the high quality, convenient child care I believe all children deserve.
I just love children so much that I opened my family childcare 20 years ago! It is so special to see these little ones grow right before my eyes. I have such strong relationships with my families that I care for the children of kiddos that graduated my program years ago! My favorite thing about caring for children is that they all need love and care. People have said that I create an environment that is nurturing and friendly. I focus on learning through play, and I especially love to watch them express themselves. I’m proud when I think about all the children I've helped grow and learn. That's what makes this work so special
With four children of my own, I know how challenging it is to find a local daycare you love and trust. I have worked in the education and mental health fields since the age of 14, and decided to give back to my community by opening a daycare of my own. I care for children and families like they are my own, and I am very flexible and happy to help with any needs that may arise—from special circumstances and extra hours to meals—my husband is even licensed to drive a van and can assist with transportation. Every child is welcomed in my home, regardless of race, religion, or gender. I believe our community is better when we work together!
There are 18 licensed home daycares in Southern Mattapan. Most parents don’t know that home daycare is regulated by the Department of Early Education and Care, just like the big preschool centers.
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All of these nearby daycares are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care. While they don’t work with NeighborSchools, you can visit the government website here to try to contact them directly.
36 Rockingham Road, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9029305
Licensed for 6 since 2014
163 Colorado St, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9038873
Licensed for 6 since 1983
130 Orlando Street, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9039917
Licensed for 6 since 2019
1009 Morton Street, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9045955
Licensed for 6 since 2019
22 Harmon Street, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9047224
Licensed for 10 since 2010
14 Dania Street, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9033568
Licensed for 10 since 2009
Each daycare provider designs their program based on their unique background & child care experience.
You’d be surprised just how many small-scale child care programs there are in Southern Mattapan. to find options that work for you.
6 Lorna Rd, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9032987
Licensed for 6 since 1996
29 Woodruff Way, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9042139
Licensed for 8 since 2016
100 Rockdale St, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9043260
Licensed for 8 since 2006
152 Standard Street # 129, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9032793
Licensed for 10 since 2002
32 Woodbole Avenue, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9031639
Licensed for 10 since 2008
73 Woodbole Avenue #216, Mattapan, Ma
License # 0000220
Licensed for 6 since 2000
70 Favre St # 2, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9044180
Licensed for 4 since 2010
596 River St, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9038547
Licensed for 6 since 2000
62 Ridgeview Ave, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9029929
Licensed for 6 since 2017
15 Rector Road #1, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9059041
Licensed for 8 since 2021
55 Hollowell Street, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9083604
Licensed for 6 since 2009
15 Hollingsworth Street, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9058098
Licensed for 6 since 2022
30 Woodruff Way, Mattapan, Ma
License # 9084557
Licensed for 6 since 2022
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Your family is unique to you, but some of your questions might not be. 😉 Here’s what most parents want to know when starting out.
Most first-time parents don’t know exactly what they’re looking for, so we created a simple survey that will ask you questions about your lifestyle, your daily routines, and your preferences for child care. We’ll then share 3 personalized recommendations that we think might be a good fit. We’ll also give you a timeline that maps out when we would suggest you start touring programs, choose a daycare, and pay a deposit to secure a spot. Your timeline is based on when you want to start care - so you set the pace, and you decide when you’ve found the right match.
Nope. Our daycare recommendation service is free for parents. The other half of our business is helping these small-scale daycares with software and services that handle all their administrative tasks, like online contracting, payment processing, and licensing requirements. Before NeighborSchools, services like these were only designed for large corporate child care centers, and part of our mission is to level the playing field for small, independent child care programs. That’s why we picked the name NeighborSchools - we’re all about making child care more personal, more human, and more equitable for the incredible individuals who do this work and care for our children.
Generally, if you’re here, you’re ready. The survey lets us give you 3 recommendations to consider, but it’ll also help you better understand what factors to consider, and what questions to be asking right now. It’s simple things like where you live, your child’s date of birth, when you want to start care, and if you have any preferences around program philosophy or language of instruction. If you’re planning 6+ months ahead, it’s a great way to get started, and if you’re hoping to start daycare in the next 2-4 months, it’s definitely time to get started. Click here to start the survey.
Each program has a limited number of spots for each age range, so we need to know your schedule and child’s age before we can share availability. The survey covers these basics, as well as factors like drop-off and pick-up times to make sure that recommended programs fit your daily routine. Once we know your child’s age and schedule we can share rates and costs as well.
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