Recognition & Reviews
Honors and Family Testimonials
Our commitment to excellence has been recognized by community leaders and, most importantly, by the families we serve.
Distinguished Recognition
Awards & Certifications
Our dedication to early childhood education has been acknowledged at the highest levels.
Best Child Care in Waltham
Community Vote
Voted the best child care provider in Waltham by local families.
Certificate of Recognition
Senator Elizabeth Warren
Honored for excellence in early childhood education and community service.

Senator Elizabeth Warren Certificate

Senator Ed Markey Certificate
Certificate of Recognition
Senator Ed Markey
EEC Licensed
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care
CPR & First Aid Certified
American Red Cross
Family Voices
What Our Families Say
The trust of our families is our greatest honor. Here's what they have to share about their experience.
If you want to feel like your child is being dropped off with family, this is the place to go. Vilma and her family are so warm and welcoming and make me feel extremely comfortable when dropping off my kids. Both kids have been to Vilma's and both experiences have been wonderful. Even my oldest who is not comfortable going to new places loved Vilma and her family! Vilma provides the best care, nutritious meals, and makes every child feel special. She sends daily pictures and updates which help me get through my day away from the kids. I have been so thankful to find such a special place! I HIGHLY recommend to any future families!
Parent of Two
Family enrolled for 3+ years
What can I say? If you want a communicative and kind daycare provider, look no further than Vilma. My son attended her daycare for 3 years and now my daughter attends as well. I know she is well fed and looked after. Vilma has become like family. Each member of our family loves her. I am grateful for the care she has provided my children.
Parent
Family enrolled for 4+ years
It's rare to find childcare that really feels like family. Vilma, Manuel and Shant make daycare a real home away from home. Our 1 year old daughter loved it from her first day and often wants to stay. She gets homemade food, lots of stimulation, and most important - real care and love. Highly recommended.
Parent
Currently enrolled
Vilma and her family have been caring for my toddler for over a year now. He is loved, supported, and has become so much more active and emotionally secure. I would recommend Vilma to anyone looking for daycare for their very young children.
Parent
Enrolled for 1+ year
Looking for childcare for a newborn during a pandemic wasn't easy. We wanted to find a place where we felt completely comfortable leaving our daughter; where she would not only be well cared for, but well loved. When we first entered Vilma's house, we immediately felt at home. Her childcare setup is a dream - filled with books and toys and colors and pictures, all well loved and extremely well organized. We could tell that Vilma was an expert at teaching and communicating with children, and that she taught, communicated, and cared for each child with absolutely individual attention. Her kindness, warmth, generosity, and the diligent care she gives our daughter daily are beyond comparison. As someone who had severe postpartum anxiety, I expected to never feel comfortable leaving my child with anyone. But I have never felt any anxiety around my child while she is in Vilma's care. I know she is safe. I know she is having so much fun. I know she is learning. And I know she is loved.
Parent
Enrolled since infancy
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