Home Daycares in Springfield
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Small-scale child care in Springfield
When smaller is better, home daycare is the best. Find great options for infants & toddlers near you.
Ms. Nilsa
Play-Based LearningI became a mother 13 years ago and I went to school to study early childhood to be a preschool teacher. My favorite thing about caring for children is watching them explore and discover. That has been a highlight for me throughout my7 years of experience. I have worked as an early childhood educator in daycare centers, and most recently I have been working in my own daycare program. People have said that I create an environment that is comfortable and happy. I focus on building independence, 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.
Ms. Avril
Academic PrepWith three grown children and two of my own grandchildren in my home daycare, I'm truly spoiled to have spent my life caring for little ones! I get such joy being surrounded by these kiddos and am so happy to be able to ease the minds of parents searching for safe and loving care of their children. I have 15 years of experience taking care of young children. I’m a Mom and previously, I worked in daycare centers, and most recently I have been running my own program. For me, one of the best parts of working with children is watching them learn and grow. I feel so fortunate to experience that every day and to share my skills and experience with families through my home-based child care program, where I focus on learning through play. I aim to create an environment that is nurturing and welcoming for the children I care about so much. So many parts of this job are fun, but I especially love to sing and dance with them. I can't imagine spending my days any other way. I’m also proud to do this important work. That’s especially true when I think about all the children I've helped grow and learn.
Ms. Ramonita
Play-Based LearningMy daughter Adela and I have always dreamed of having our own family child care program. Opening my own child care program in my home gave me the opportunity to create the happy, welcoming environment that I think is so important. I especially love to see them start to walk and talk, 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 watching them explore and discover. The work is incredibly rewarding, especially when I think about how I've prepared children for pre-K. It's such a gift to guide the children in my program as they grow.
Ms. Denise
Infant CareA small-scale daycare in Springfield, Ms. Denise provides care for just 6 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. Denise 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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Springfield
There are 259 licensed home daycares in Springfield. 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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Ms. Jessica
Infant CareKids have this magical ability to make you see the world differently. They approach each day with joy, enthusiasm, and a sense of adventure—and they share that good energy with those lucky enough to be around them! The best part of my day is welcoming all the children in the morning and seeing their faces light up when they hear what we’re going to do next. Special trips to the library, the zoo, and the museum are a big highlight because they’re so eager to learn new things.
Ms. Kristy
Infant CareI have 13 years of experience taking care of young children. For me, one of the best parts of working with children is that they all need love and care. I feel so fortunate to experience that every day and to share my skills and experience with families through my home-based child care program, where I focus on giving children personalized attention. I aim to create an environment that is nurturing and welcoming for the children I care about so much. So many parts of this job are fun, but I especially love to sing and dance with them. I can't imagine spending my days any other way. I’m also proud to do this important work. That’s especially true when I think about all the children I've helped grow and learn.
Ms. Josheehan
Infant CareChildren and parents love Ms. Josheehan’s daycare in Springfield 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. Josheehan’s full profile and take the survey to see if she is a good match for your family.
Ms. Lillian
Play-Based LearningMs. Lillian’s home daycare in Springfield caters to infants and toddlers, ages 3 months–6 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. Lillian’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.
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Other daycares near Springfield
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.
Krystal Marrero
39 Tamarack Dr., Springfield, MA
License # 0000620
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Krystal Marrero runs a licensed Family Child Care program in Springfield. As with all home daycares in Massachusetts, her program is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care, which ensures that she’s completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. Home daycares like this are a great option for parents looking for small-scale, personalized child care.
Denise Anghilante
105 Hampden St., Indian Orchard, MA
License # 9029351
Licensed for 10 since 2014
This home daycare in Indian Orchard is led by Denise Anghilante, 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 Indian Orchard.
Carmen I. Rivera
91 Whittier St, Springfield, MA
License # 9031475
Licensed for 10 since 2011
Home daycares like Carmen I. Rivera’s are a favorite with parents who want a small-scale child care program near Springfield. 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 10 children, so each child gets lots of individualized care while learning to socialize in a small group setting.
Jerrian L. Williams
26 Norman St, Springfield, MA
License # 0000764
Licensed for 6 since 2000
Family child care provider Ms. Jerrian runs this daycare out of her home in Springfield, Massachusetts. She’s licensed by the state to care for up to 6 children, which means she’s 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.
Ana I Rivas
87 Wilbraham Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 9043736
Licensed for 10 since 2001
A small, local home daycare in nearby Springfield, Massachusetts led by Ms. Ana. 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 10 kids.
Barbara A. Denette
134 Balboa Dr, Springfield, MA
License # 9029067
Licensed for 10 since 1999
Parents looking for a small-scale child care often prefer home daycares, like this one with Ms. Barbara in Springfield, 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!
Even more home daycares in Springfield
You’d be surprised just how many small-scale child care programs there are in Springfield. to find options that work for you.
Maryan Muse
56 Leyfred Terrace, Springfield, MA
License # 9038807
Licensed for 6 since 2019
Elizabeth Sanabria
1070 Plumtree Road, Springfield, MA
License # 9027127
Licensed for 10 since 2002
Jessica Suarez
117 Gardens Dr., 117 Gardens Dr, Springfield, MA
License # 9041902
Licensed for 8 since 2016
Regina Acosta
168 Tyler St., Springfield, MA
License # 9037135
Licensed for 10 since 2002
Eugenia Finnell
65 Dickinson St, Springfield, MA
License # 9035924
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Melva A. Smith
85 Prospect St, Springfield, MA
License # 9040128
Licensed for 8 since 2001
Debora Bramelus
44 Catharine St, Springfield, MA
License # 9037503
Licensed for 10 since 2000
Guilene Lucien
53 Sherbrooke St, Springfield, MA
License # 9053562
Licensed for 8 since 2005
Liana Rivera
27 Lynwood Terrace, Springfield, MA
License # 9026850
Licensed for 6 since 2016
Ada Centeno
195 Riverside Road, Springfield, MA
License # 9033046
Licensed for 10 since 2012
Keyla Diaz
19 Granville Street, Springfield, MA
License # 9044771
Licensed for 6 since 2019
Ana Rosario
87 Abbe Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 9028256
Licensed for 6 since 2017
Moraima Figueroa
18 Redlands St, Springfield, MA
License # 9033348
Licensed for 10 since 2003
Michelle Cancel
211 William St., Springfield, MA
License # 0000295
Licensed for 8 since 2015
Francheska Santos
29 Biella St, Springfield, MA
License # 0000539
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Jill Wray
47 Brighton St, Springfield, MA
License # 9049470
Licensed for 8 since 2013
Barbara J Cisero
21 Prince St, Springfield, MA
License # 9037102
Licensed for 10 since 1997
Ermelinda Colon
143 Arnold Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 0000536
Licensed for 6 since 2003
Tyra Adeeko
38 Drexel St., Springfield, MA
License # 9032218
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Katherine Lopez
326 Page Blvd, 326 Page Blvd, Springfield, MA
License # 9032729
Licensed for 6 since 2014
Jessica R. Baldwin
39 Delaware Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 9029985
Licensed for 6 since 2000
Norani Cartagena
131 Cobb St, Springfield, MA
License # 9029709
Licensed for 8 since 2008
Tomasa Henriquez
135 Peer St, Springfield, MA
License # 9032596
Licensed for 10 since 2006
Johanna Pinero
75 Prouty St., Springfield, MA
License # 9031924
Licensed for 10 since 2018
Pilar Nieves
44 Osgood St, Springfield, MA
License # 9028805
Licensed for 8 since 1998
Rosetta Charlene Brown
5 Driftwood Rd, Springfield, MA
License # 9030106
Licensed for 8 since 1999
Hannah Forbes-Smith
211 Rosewell St., Springfield, MA
License # 9027301
Licensed for 6 since 2016
Jill Gendreau
112 Stuart St, Springfield, MA
License # 9037188
Licensed for 6 since 2006
Julia I. Correa
88 Cleveland St, Springfield, MA
License # 9028294
Licensed for 8 since 2005
Victoria Davila
814 Parker St., Springfield, MA
License # 9029279
Licensed for 8 since 2017
Barbara Ponder-Smith
53 Belvidere St., Springfield, MA
License # 9030484
Licensed for 6 since 2017
Fatumo Barow
141 Clyde St., Springfield, MA
License # 9019876
Licensed for 6 since 2014
Rosalina Tucker
46 Bentley St., Springfield, MA
License # 9030754
Licensed for 8 since 2014
Massiel Herrera
54 Herbert Ave., Springfield, MA
License # 9041619
Licensed for 6 since 2019
Linda M. Downs
45 Lindsay Rd, Springfield, MA
License # 9030115
Licensed for 8 since 1990
Marcia L. Gadson-Harris
36 Middlesex St, Springfield, MA
License # 9028432
Licensed for 10 since 1997
Zulma Morales
79 Alvin St, Springfield, MA
License # 9041510
Licensed for 6 since 2004
Maria Collazo
107 Portulaca Dr, Springfield, MA
License # 9032739
Licensed for 10 since 2012
Briana Calabrese
218 Arcadia Blvd., Springfield, MA
License # 9048448
Licensed for 6 since 2019
Yokasta Rodriguez
24 Washington St., #2, Springfield, MA
License # 0000848
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Carmen Rosario
180 Sunrise Ter, Springfield, MA
License # 9029036
Licensed for 10 since 2011
Maritza Ramos
47 Demond Ave., Springfield, MA
License # 9031419
Licensed for 10 since 2014
Terryl A. Wilson
408 Orange St, Springfield, MA
License # 9016961
Licensed for 8 since 2007
Nicole Ruperto
27 Nagle St, Indian Orchard, MA
License # 9028029
Licensed for 10 since 2011
Gloria Otero
154 Roy St., Springfield, MA
License # 0000804
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Aliceson Anderson
248 Arnold Ave., Springfield, MA
License # 9032491
Licensed for 10 since 2015
Deliris Guzman
59 Forest Park Ave., 2nd Floor, Springfield, MA
License # 9036837
Licensed for 8 since 2003
Yelitza Mateo
200 Jeffrey Road, Springfield, MA
License # 9031606
Licensed for 10 since 2011
Yolanda Aviles
5 Fairdel Street, Springfield, MA
License # 9027863
Licensed for 10 since 2002
Walkis Figueroa
68 Parkside St, Springfield, MA
License # 0000802
Licensed for 8 since 2009
Shauna Wilson
293 Morton St., Springfield, MA
License # 9027592
Licensed for 6 since 2016
Lourdes Figueroa
117 San Miguel St., Springfield, MA
License # 9028518
Licensed for 6 since 2017
Elizabeth Nunez
25 Saint Lawrence Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 9028364
Licensed for 10 since 2000
Maria Prendergast
730 Plumtree Rd, Springfield, MA
License # 9046811
Licensed for 6 since 2019
Felix Martinez
58 Harvey St, Springfield, MA
License # 0000749
Licensed for 10 since 2012
Cynthia Jones
130 Seymour Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 9037707
Licensed for 8 since 2010
Corrie Joubert
123 Hanson Dr, Springfield, MA
License # 9027311
Licensed for 8 since 2013
Soeurette Laguerre
125 Almira Rd, Springfield, MA
License # 9031396
Licensed for 6 since 2017
Veronica Rodriguez
181 Lebanon Street, Springfield, MA
License # 0000902
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Laurie Lanier
156 Tallyho Dr, Springfield, MA
License # 9027008
Licensed for 8 since 2004
Susana Tavarez-Navarro
166 Johnson Street, Springfield, MA
License # 9031852
Licensed for 8 since 2014
Rebecca Ruiz
18 Woodlawn St Fl 2, Springfield, MA
License # 9026758
Licensed for 8 since 2010
Elizabeth Cox
18 Angelsea Street, Springfield, MA
License # 9036014
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Cynthia A Goldrick
110 Sunridge Dr, Springfield, MA
License # 9040185
Licensed for 10 since 2002
Pattie M. Coleman
19 Nelson Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 9030687
Licensed for 8 since 1999
Carmen M. Fidalgo
92 Avery St, Springfield, MA
License # 9032428
Licensed for 10 since 2009
Diana Ramirez
21 Valley Rd, Springfield, MA
License # 9031489
Licensed for 10 since 2011
Momtaj Begum
296 Sunrise Terrace, Springfield, MA
License # 9032164
Licensed for 6 since 2012
Debora Escribano
344 Commonwealth Ave., Springfield, MA
License # 9044321
Licensed for 6 since 2010
Evelyn Ellerbee
53 Joanne Rd, Springfield, MA
License # 9021948
Licensed for 10 since 2012
Eis Quinones
74 Andrew Street, Springfield, MA
License # 9044225
Licensed for 8 since 2016
Charish Carter
4 Brittany Road, Springfield, MA
License # 9042565
Licensed for 10 since 2016
Tatiana Myrick
34 Carlisle St, 1st Floor, Springfield, MA
License # 9050131
Licensed for 6 since 2013
Elida Perez
130 Leyfred Ter, Springfield, MA
License # 9028894
Licensed for 8 since 2007
Deborah Edwards
249 Seymour Ave, Springfield, MA
License # 9044371
Licensed for 8 since 2019
Katherine Roman
149 Donbray Road, Springfield, MA
License # 9027062
Licensed for 6 since 2013
Shawnellen Krajcik
159 Hadley St, Springfield, MA
License # 9026370
Licensed for 10 since 2003
Lileeth A. Peters
102 Daviston St, Springfield, MA
License # 9027652
Licensed for 8 since 2001
Marangely Richiez
56 Massasoit St., Springfield, MA
License # 9030639
Licensed for 10 since 2014
Diana Garcia
16 Alvin St., Springfield, MA
License # 9030039
Licensed for 10 since 2014
India Anderson
29 Waldorf St., Springfield, MA
License # 9031891
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Robin L. Holland
93 Clarendon St, Springfield, MA
License # 9027987
Licensed for 10 since 1996
Ceneida Rodriguez
165 Pine St., Springfield, MA
License # 0000129
Licensed for 6 since 2018
Lissette Santiago
110 Wallace St, Springfield, MA
License # 9032091
Licensed for 7 since 1999
Yaniria Diodonet
46 Benton St., Springfield, MA
License # 9031854
Licensed for 8 since 2014
Stephanie Belden
31 Old Farm Rd, Springfield, MA
License # 9025926
Licensed for 10 since 2001
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