Home Daycares in Burlington

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When smaller is better, home daycare is the best. Find great options for infants & toddlers near you.

Ms. Mamyrah

Play-Based Learning

I am my cousin’s baby’s godmother, and I have a brother who is much younger than I am. When I was a teenager and young adult, I spent a lot of time taking care of both babies when they were really young and as they grew older. Even before I had kids, I was taking care of kids, and that was great because I love being around them. I find so many things that kids do to be funny and joyful. I have always wanted a career that would allow me to teach and care for kids, and now I know that leading my own daycare program is how I will accomplish that dream.

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Ms. Subhaga

Play-Based Learning

I started working with children as a teacher in private homes 16 years ago, and I have been caring for children ever since. Opening my own child care program in my home gave me the opportunity to create the comfortable, friendly environment that I think is so important. I especially love to take children outside to explore and play, but the truth is that so many parts of the day and the week bring me a lot of joy. Through it all, I focus on learning through play. One of the best parts of working with children is witnessing their curiosity and joy. The work is incredibly rewarding, especially when I think about all the children I've helped grow and learn. It's such a gift to guide the children in my program as they grow.

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Ms. Dawn

Academic Prep

A small-scale daycare in Wilmington, Ms. Dawn provides care for just 10 children at a time. As with all home daycares, her program is licensed by the state and she’s completed training in childhood ages & stages, medication administration, and food safety. In this mixed-age group program, children get the socialization, stimulation and support they need to learn and grow. Parents are often surprised to discover home daycares like Ms. Dawn right in the neighborhood. See more details and take the survey to see if she has an opening for your little one.

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Ms. Edna

Reggio Emilia Approach

Children and parents love Ms. Edna’s daycare in Woburn for its small-scale, personal feel. Fully licensed by the state, her program focuses on infants and toddlers, and the mixed-age range helps children learn to socialize in a small group setting. Parents often prefer home daycare when looking for options that are closer to home, where they can develop a long-term relationship with the provider. Many come to see the provider as an extension of the family, leaning on them for advice on all sorts of parenting questions. Check out Ms. Edna’s full profile and take the survey to see if she is a good match for your family.

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Burlington

There are 13 licensed home daycares in Burlington. 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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Other daycares near Burlington

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.

Shabana Nadeem

21 Douglas Ave, Burlington, MA

License # 9037621

Licensed for 10 since 2006

Shabana Nadeem runs a licensed Family Child Care program in Burlington. As with all home daycares in Massachusetts, her program is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care, which ensures that she has completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. Home daycares like this are a great option for parents looking for small-scale, personalized child care.

Ana Albuquerque

5 Hillsdale Avenue, Burlington, MA

License # 9030912

Licensed for 10 since 2017

This home daycare in Burlington is led by Ana Albuquerque, a licensed Family Child Care educator. By choosing licensed child care, you can rest assured that the provider has passed a government-issued background record check, and that the home daycare environment has been inspected by the state licensing department. With a maximum of just 10 children, this program is a good option for parents close to home near Burlington.

Francesca Arria

36 Locust St, Burlington, MA

License # 9030069

Licensed for 6 since 1993

Home daycares like Francesca Arria’s are a favorite with parents who want a small-scale child care program near Burlington. All daycares on NeighborSchools are fully licensed, so you know they’ve passed a background record check and educators have completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. This daycare takes just 6 children, so each child gets lots of individualized care while learning to socialize in a small group setting.

Victoria Kirchner

15a Heritage Way, Burlington, MA

License # 9031306

Licensed for 6 since 2017

Family child care provider Ms. Victoria runs this daycare out of her home in Burlington, Massachusetts. She is licensed by the state to care for up to 6 children, which means she has completed required trainings and continuing education hours. Family child care programs can be a great fit for parents that want their child to get lots of individualized care and attention.

Sheila M. Dignan

11 Colburn St, Burlington, MA

License # 9031685

Licensed for 8 since 1990

A small, local home daycare in nearby Burlington, Massachusetts led by Ms. Sheila. Many parents choose home daycares because the small group sizes can be great for infant and toddler development, and they are often more affordable than preschool centers. This child care program takes just 8 kids.

Christine M. Menkello

11 Brookside Lane, Burlington, MA

License # 9030986

Licensed for 10 since 1996

Parents looking for a small-scale child care often prefer home daycares, like this one with Ms. Christine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Better ratios, more flexible schedules, and lots of love for the little ones are the keys. Most daycares take a mix of ages, which helps with childhood development as infants learn from toddlers, and the preschoolers act as role models for the babies. And this daycare takes a maximum of 10 kids total!

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Sandra Johnson

3 Elizabeth Ave, Burlington, MA

License # 9030433

Licensed for 10 since 1999

Linda Jean Norden

13 Manhattan Dr, Burlington, MA

License # 9027083

Licensed for 10 since 1995

Paula Doherty

28 Locust St, Burlington, MA

License # 9028651

Licensed for 6 since 1999

Kathleen A. Johnson

117 Bedford St, Burlington, MA

License # 0001029

Licensed for 6 since 2000

Leanne Trabucco-Freda

224 Fox Hill Rd, Burlington, MA

License # 9030918

Licensed for 10 since 2008

Meryem Makhfi

5 Crawford Rd, Burlington, MA

License # 9027524

Licensed for 6 since 2013

Ranjoo Jung

13 Wyman Street, Burlington, MA

License # 9047884

Licensed for 6 since 2019

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FAQs

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.

What is NeighborSchools?

Hey there, nice to meet you 👋 We’re a new-ish startup that helps new-ish parents find daycare.

We know how hard finding good child care can be - especially for first-time parents. But really good care is what gives you the peace of mind to go back to work and feel confident that your child is getting the stimulation, socialization, and support they need to learn and grow.

So we created NeighborSchools to make this piece of parenthood a whole lot easier. We say “easier” because, let’s be honest, it’s still a big thing to figure out, but working together we can help you find some good options, understand the whole process, and choose a program you’ll feel really good about.

How’s it work?

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.

Is there a cost?

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.

How do I know if I’m ready to take the survey?

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.

How do I know if a daycare has openings?

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.