Home Daycares in Gardner
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Small-scale child care programs near you
When smaller is better, home daycare is the best. Find great options for infants & toddlers near you.
Ms. Amber
Play-Based LearningMs. Amber’s home daycare in Ashburnham caters to infants and toddlers, ages 3 months–5 years. As with every Massachusetts daycare on NeighborSchools, her program is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care. That way you know providers have completed a 3-part background record check, and that their home environments have passed a detailed health and safety inspection. Ms. Amber’s daycare is a great option for parents that want that small-scale, personal feeling with a daycare provider you can develop a real relationship with. Take the survey to see if she has a spot that works for you or check out the full profile for more details.
Ms. Mary
Play-Based LearningMs. Mary’s home daycare in Ashburnham caters to infants and toddlers, ages 3 months–5 years. As with every Massachusetts daycare on NeighborSchools, her program is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care. That way you know providers have completed a 3-part background record check, and that their home environments have passed a detailed health and safety inspection. Ms. Mary’s daycare is a great option for parents that want that small-scale, personal feeling with a daycare provider you can develop a real relationship with. Take the survey to see if she has a spot that works for you or check out the full profile for more details.
Ms. Liz
Play-Based LearningWorking with children is one of the most rewarding things a person can do in life. From a young age, I’ve always felt drawn to caregiving. Before I was a mother, friends’ families would ask for my help in taking care of their children. It’s an honor when parents trust you with their loved ones. It’s even more amazing when a child trusts you and is comfortable opening up and letting their personality shine through! Every kid is like a unique puzzle. They express themselves and learn in different ways. Their passions vary widely. Their individuality makes every day different and special!
Ms. Ounissa
Infant CareChildren and parents love Ms. Ounissa’s daycare in Templeton 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. Ounissa’s full profile and take the survey to see if she is a good match for your family.
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Gardner
There are 25 licensed home daycares in Gardner. 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 Gardner
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.
Heather Moschan
262 Temple St, Gardner, MA
License # 9030708
Licensed for 8 since 2004
Heather Moschan runs a licensed Family Child Care program in Gardner. 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.
Sarah Glenny
52 Eastwood Cir, Gardner, MA
License # 9027403
Licensed for 8 since 2016
This home daycare in Gardner is led by Sarah Glenny, 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 8 children, this program is a good option for parents close to home near Gardner.
Tara Ahearn
8 Grace Ct, Gardner, MA
License # 9026627
Licensed for 6 since 2007
Home daycares like Tara Ahearn’s are a favorite with parents who want a small-scale child care program near Gardner. 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.
Shauna Leger
79 Ashley Dr, Gardner, MA
License # 9042134
Licensed for 8 since 2007
Family child care provider Ms. Shauna runs this daycare out of her home in Gardner, Massachusetts. She is licensed by the state to care for up to 8 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.
Jessica Clark
342 West St, Gardner, MA
License # 9042159
Licensed for 8 since 2016
A small, local home daycare in nearby Gardner, Massachusetts led by Ms. Jessica. 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.
Deborah Mcgrath
63 Leamy St, Gardner, MA
License # 9049074
Licensed for 8 since 2001
Parents looking for a small-scale child care often prefer home daycares, like this one with Ms. Deborah in Gardner, 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 8 kids total!
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Even more home daycares in Gardner
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Amy Fitzsimmons
72 Brook Lane, Gardner, MA
License # 9031977
Licensed for 6 since 2015
Marcela Guzman
62 Princeton St, Gardner, MA
License # 9026945
Licensed for 8 since 2007
Cynthia Levasseur
52 Warwick Rd, Gardner, MA
License # 9032570
Licensed for 10 since 1999
Becky Bradley
105 Brookside Dr, Gardner, MA
License # 9032616
Licensed for 8 since 2002
Heidi Jo Bourgeois
70 Barthel Ave, Gardner, MA
License # 9049426
Licensed for 10 since 2010
Roberta M. Leblanc
62 Leamy St, Gardner, MA
License # 9028851
Licensed for 6 since 1999
Tamara Castillo
221 Peabody Street, Gardner, MA
License # 9042805
Licensed for 6 since 2019
Ramona Santiago
33 Olde Colonial Dr Unit 4, Gardner, MA
License # 9032726
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Maria De Velez
119 Edgell St., Gardner, MA
License # 9030782
Licensed for 6 since 2014
Paula Maillet
29 Brookside Dr, Gardner, MA
License # 9039238
Licensed for 8 since 1998
Heidi Dubey
25 June St, Gardner, MA
License # 9029497
Licensed for 8 since 2002
Rosa E. Palma
291 Park St, Gardner, MA
License # 9044975
Licensed for 6 since 2007
Melody Gonzalez
15 Wright St., Gardner, MA
License # 9029989
Licensed for 6 since 2017
Doreen Burgess
79 Keyes Rd, Gardner, MA
License # 9027401
Licensed for 8 since 1998
Christine Goguen
306 Pine St, Gardner, MA
License # 9030160
Licensed for 8 since 2002
Deana M. Aukstikalnis
70 Sawyer St, Gardner, MA
License # 9030026
Licensed for 8 since 2001
Suzanne Cormier
79 Robillard St, Gardner, MA
License # 0000789
Licensed for 8 since 2003
Billie-Jo Dennis
90 Bear Hill Rd, Gardner, MA
License # 9031546
Licensed for 8 since 2002
Janine Bushee
362 Park St, Gardner, MA
License # 9025365
Licensed for 8 since 2007
Denee DeFrancesco
License # 9082319
Licensed for 6 since 2021
Lauren Hildreth
License # 9081967
Licensed for 6 since 2021
Dora Herrera
License # 9058017
Licensed for 6 since 2022
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