Home Daycares in Franklin
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When smaller is better, home daycare is the best. Find great options for infants & toddlers near you.
Ms. Julie
Reggio Emilia ApproachI have been teaching for 13 years. I love the outdoors and live on 10 acres of land with a Christmas tree farm. My philosophy is that all children are competent and capable and should have the opportunity everyday to learn and play in an aesthetically pleasing environment. I teach a play based program that is Reggio inspired.
Ms. Erum
Play-Based LearningA small-scale daycare in Bellingham, Ms. Erum provides care for just 8 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. Erum right in the neighborhood. See more details and take the survey to see if she has an opening for your little one.
Ms. Jessica
Great Outdoor SpaceYoung children soak up so much knowledge every day! This stage of childhood is one of such incredible growth and being part of that is so special and rewarding. I started working with children as an assistant and it became clear to me very quickly that I wanted to dig deeper - I felt called to guide children in a more meaningful way. This is what led me to open my own home daycare! My favorite time of day is circle time, where we gather and share with each other. It amazes me every single day to see how much they have taken in and learned, and it’s so special to watch them share their accomplishments with our little community.
Ms. Wirlla
Play-Based LearningAll children deserve a devoted caregiver. Spending quality time with them, teaching them new things, and gently guiding them comes so naturally to me. It’s the most rewarding work I can think of—and a lot of the time, it feels like play, too! After helping out with my cousins and other family members, I worked as a nanny for eleven rewarding years. It’s so special when a family welcomes you in and trusts you enough to look after their loved ones. With my program, I hope to offer every child a supportive environment to grow in. With the right inspiration and education, there’s no doubt that they’ll reach their full potential.
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Franklin
There are 22 licensed home daycares in Franklin. 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 Franklin
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.
Radhika Jampani
9 Canter Lane, Franklin, MA
License # 9043074
Licensed for 6 since 2019
Radhika Jampani runs a licensed Family Child Care program in Franklin. 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.
Melanie Anne Jordan
102 Peck Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9033195
Licensed for 6 since 2001
This home daycare in Franklin is led by Melanie Anne Jordan, 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 6 children, this program is a good option for parents close to home near Franklin.
Erin Henderson
19 Sahlin Circle, Franklin, MA
License # 9039418
Licensed for 8 since 2009
Home daycares like Erin Henderson’s are a favorite with parents who want a small-scale child care program near Franklin. 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 8 children, so each child gets lots of individualized care while learning to socialize in a small group setting.
Virginia Greenhalgh
408 Paula Lane, Franklin, MA
License # 9030400
Licensed for 10 since 2000
Family child care provider Ms. Virginia runs this daycare out of her home in Franklin, Massachusetts. She is licensed by the state to care for up to 10 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.
Linda Wright
5 Willow Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9048919
Licensed for 8 since 2001
A small, local home daycare in nearby Franklin, Massachusetts led by Ms. Linda. 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.
Sheryl Cauble
455 Maple Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9035516
Licensed for 10 since 1991
Parents looking for a small-scale child care often prefer home daycares, like this one with Ms. Sheryl in Franklin, 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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Lorraine Rovani
240 East Central Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9033749
Licensed for 8 since 2000
Amy Millard
679 Oak Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9029357
Licensed for 6 since 2005
Judith Ann Carden
525 Old Farm Road, Franklin, MA
License # 9026859
Licensed for 6 since 1998
Kathryn M. Bakalars
251 Dailey Drive, Franklin, MA
License # 9030488
Licensed for 10 since 1988
Heather M. Souza
50 Charles River Drive, Franklin, MA
License # 9033230
Licensed for 6 since 2009
Nancy Francis
22 Old Grove St., Franklin, MA
License # 9031636
Licensed for 10 since 2014
Joanne Miga
149 Beech Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9028911
Licensed for 8 since 2001
Phyllis Higgins
262 Partridge Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9033831
Licensed for 8 since 2006
Katherine Grossman
483 Chestnut Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9027477
Licensed for 8 since 1998
Francine Dubriske
5 Judy Circle, Franklin, MA
License # 9043737
Licensed for 6 since 2007
Cristina Aquino
7 Briarwood Road, Franklin, MA
License # 9031227
Licensed for 8 since 2011
Linda C. Shimkus
25 Shady Lane, Franklin, MA
License # 9032386
Licensed for 6 since 1999
Carolyn M. Spillane
15 Overlook Drive, Franklin, MA
License # 9026844
Licensed for 6 since 1996
Debra Holmes
106 Mill Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9048871
Licensed for 10 since 2016
Sharon Gosselin
1 Thomas Drive, Franklin, MA
License # 9048998
Licensed for 8 since 2010
Christina Pomarico
455 Maple Street, Franklin, MA
License # 9053529
Licensed for 10 since 2020
Ashley Banks
9 Colt Road, Franklin, MA
License # 9088664
Licensed for 6 since 2021
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