All spots are filled — but your child’s place could be next.
Marlene’s daycare maintains a maximum of 6 children and we are at capacity right now. Here’s how to secure a spot when one opens up:
For over 15 years, Boynton Beach families have trusted Marlene Nelson to give their children a safe, nurturing, and enriching start to life. Here, every child is family.
Marlene Nelson Family Home Daycare is a warm, licensed, and structured home environment where children from 6 months to 4 years old thrive every single day. With a maximum of 6 children, your little one always gets the personal attention they deserve.
From your little one’s first smile to their first day of preschool — we’re with you every step of the way.
Gentle care, sensory play, and plenty of cuddles. Routines that build trust, comfort, and early curiosity through textures, music, and movement.
Toddlers learn through play! We encourage creativity, early language, and motor skills through art, music, story time, and hands-on learning.
Pre-K readiness with a loving touch. Children practice colors, letters, counting, and social skills — building confidence before kindergarten.
Our fully fenced, turf backyard is packed with everything little ones love — because outdoor play is just as important as classroom time.
We don’t just watch your child. We love them, teach them, and help them grow into confident, curious little people.
A real home setting that keeps children calm and comfortable all day.
Trusted, licensed, and state-certified since 2009 for complete peace of mind.
Max 6 children so every child gets the focused attention they deserve.
Every activity builds skills through the joy of discovery and imagination.
Fresh, home-cooked nutritious meals and snacks every single day.
Real moments from real days — because nothing tells the story better than seeing the smiles.
Open 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM — drop off stress-free and pick up with a happy, tired kid.
7:30 AM – 10:00 AM
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
We accept both private pay families and families enrolled through the Early Learning Coalition (ELC) School Readiness program. Each path has its own process — find yours below.
Pay directly — no income requirements, no waitlist
Subsidized childcare assistance for qualifying families
The Early Learning Coalition (ELC) of Palm Beach County offers a School Readiness program that helps income-eligible, working families pay for childcare. If approved, ELC covers tuition directly — families pay only a small income-based copayment.
