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Ms. Candace

Candyland Adventures FCC

Licensed home daycare
Somerville, MA
8am–5pm, M - F

Joyful care where children learn while playing

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.

Arts & crafts
Outdoor play
Sensory play
Neighborhood walks
STEAM activities
Music
Circle time
Reading time

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 #9047282

Prior Experience
  • Daycare @ Self

    33 years experience with toddlers and preschoolers

Education
  • Professional Certificate - 2019

    CDA

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. Candace

Tell us about your experience working with young children?

You'll know it from the moment we talk, I absolutely love working with children. I mean I better - I've been doing it for over 30 years! I'm always so happy to see the little ones growing and learning and laughing - and to be here for their families, too? It's just icing on the cake! My favorite thing about caring for children is watching them learn and grow. That has been a highlight for me throughout my 30 years of experience. I’m a Mom and most recently I have been running my own program. People have said that I create an environment that is welcoming and warm. I focus on learning through play, and I especially love to take children outside to explore and play. I’m proud when I think about all the children and families I've impacted over the years. That's what makes this work so special.

What are the key areas of focus at your daycare?

Having a small group of children in my home-based program is great because I want them all to look forward to coming here, and this setting makes that possible. I use my knowledge and prior experiences to tailor programming to individual children’s needs, and I focus on exploration and imagination. We follow a daily routine that can vary according to child age and interest. Beginning with welcoming children and families, most days include free play, story time, group activities and games, nap time, and outdoor play. My favorite time is outdoor play. I love to see their personalities and interests develop and shine through. I want parents to know that their children will receive lots of love and care while they're here. We're all one big family here, and that includes the parents of the children in my program.

Can you tell us a bit about your home environment?

I have dedicated the first floor of my Somerville home to my program. The space is child-friendly and inviting because I know this becomes like a second home to many children. The organization of the space facilitates our daily schedule, and there are special areas for napping, eating, outdoor play, circle time, and arts and crafts. The children also have access to my yard, which is completely surrounded by a fence.

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They may forget what you said, but they will not forget how you made them feel.

~ Carl Buechner

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. Candace’s NeighborSchool20 Woodbine St Somerville, MA 02143(857) 343-8404(857) 343-8404

There is 1 home daycare in Powder House Square. 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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