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Ms. Leslie

Licensed home daycare
Haverhill, MA
8am–6pm, Sa - Su

Great for parents who want...

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A Few Favorite Activities

Activities are designed to help children develop social, emotional and cognitive skills as they sing, dance, play, and learn in a small group setting.

Outdoor play
Reading time
Drawing & illustration
Fine motor skills development
Arts & crafts
Puzzles

Activities are designed to help children develop social, emotional and cognitive skills as they sing, dance, play, and learn in a small group setting.

Each program is led by a licensed child care professional. While they each have their own expertise and approach, they all share a genuine love for educating and helping young children grow & thrive. Being licensed also means they have done a series of state-required trainings and they’ve passed a government background check.

About the Provider

Licensed Family Child Care Educator
License #9087640

Prior Experience
  • School Bus Driver @ Stoneham Special Education

    2 years experience

Licensing Requirements
  • Background record checked

    Government-level CORI, SORI, and fingerprinting

  • Home inspected for child safety

    Thorough assessment by a licensor from the EEC

  • Health & safety training

    Includes annual professional development hours

Each program is led by a licensed child care professional. While they each have their own expertise and approach, they all share a genuine love for educating and helping young children grow & thrive. Being licensed also means they have done a series of state-required trainings and they’ve passed a government background check.

Q&A with Ms. Leslie

What inspires you to care for young children?

Children are full of possibilities. You never know which kid is going to go on to become a famous musician or a painter, a brilliant scientist, or a loving caregiver to someone else. Every child has their own journey, and it’s such a privilege to be a part of it. Before starting my own daycare program, I was a bus monitor, ensuring the safety of children ages 3-5. Even though the children spent a small amount of time on the bus, their unique personalities really came through and stuck with me. Because the children were such a joy to be around, I eventually became a bus driver so that I could continue this work and see them grow as they got older. You could say I’ve always been passionate about helping kids get to where they need to go.

What’s a typical day like at your daycare?

The uniqueness of the children in my program is what makes it special! Our days are somewhat child-led, which helps keeps young students engaged, entertained, and excited to learn. Of course, we have time set aside for free play and for going outside. (On rainy days, there’s also a nice back porch with full windows that we can spend time on.) The kids really love getting to explore the world for themselves during this time. Arts and crafts and music sessions are also a big highlight to our days. Young children need a creative outlet, and it’s so much fun for them to express themselves.

What’s one thing parents should know about your program?

The kids in my program are treated as though they are family. When a child is part of my program, their happiness, success, and safety become my top priorities. I’m eager to work with them and their families to ensure that every day is a good experience. Once, there was a child in my program with a disability who was particularly aggressive and who had a hard time getting along with his peers. Together, we worked on his socialization skills and saw a lot of improvement. The amount of progress a child can make with a dedicated caregiver is astounding! When a young child trusts you and looks to you for guidance, it’s the most incredible feeling in the world and a responsibility that needs to be taken seriously. Above all, the children in this program feel supported because I’m invested in their individual growth.

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It is time for parents to teach young people early on that in diversity there is beauty and there is strength.

~ Maya Angelou

Rates & Openings

Daycare rates depend on how old your child will be and what your schedule looks like. 5 days / week might get a slight discount, and infant rates are usually more than toddlers’. Finding a spot also depends on age and schedule because each daycare has a limited number of openings for each age range.

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Location

Ms. Leslie’s NeighborSchool37 Davenport St Haverhill, MA 01832(351) 215-0968(351) 215-0968

There are 8 home daycares in Haverhill. Most care for 6 to 10 children and take both infants and toddlers. All home daycares are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care, just like preschool centers.

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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.

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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