Childcare/Nannies
Winner: The Nanny Hub
50 Country Way #203a, Scituate, 774-281-3422,
thenannyhub.com
This boutique childcare agency connects South Shore families with professional nannies, babysitters, newborn care specialists, tutors, and family assistants. The Nanny Hub streamlines the often complicated process of vetting and hiring reliable, safe childcare specialists using an eight-point Nanny Screening Process to ensure an ideal fit.
Runner Up: Sugarplum Nannies
Children’s Dentist
Winner: Duxbury Children’s Dentistry
95 Tremont St., Ste. 18, Duxbury, 781-934-7111, duxburychildrensdentistry.com
Runner Up: Norwell Pediatric Dentistry LLC
Day Care
Winner: Magic Dragon Preschool and Children’s Center
93 Chandler St., Duxbury, 781-934-7670 duxbury.k12.ma.us/magicdragon
Runner Up: Little Steps Learning Center & Child Care
Family Photographer
Winner: Christina Runnals Photography
11 Louise Lane, Scituate, 508-397-5376, christinarunnalsphotography.com
Runner Up: Jenni With An Eye
Kid HairCuts
Winner: Craft Barbering Co.
243 Church St., Pembroke, 781-826-8719, craftbarbers.com
Runner Up: Snip-its Haircuts for Kids
Private Elementary School
Winner: Inly School
46 Watch Hill Drive, Scituate, 781-545-5544, inlyschool.org
Inly School is an independent Montessori school for students in preschool through eighth grade. Its student-centered, experiential approach to academics helps children thrive as they develop confidence, natural curiosity, critical thinking skills, creativity, and compassion in an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
Runner Up: Seaview Learning
Private High School
Winner: Notre Dame Academy
1073 Main St., Hingham, 781-749-5930, ndahingham.com
Runner Up: Boston College High School
Rainy Day Fun
Winner: Kids World at South Shore Sports Center
55 Recreation Park Dr., Hingham, 781-740-1105, sssc. community/our-activities/kids-world
Runner Up: Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park
Summer Camp
Winner: South Shore Select Soccer
55 Recreation Park Dr., Hingham, (Camp conducted at Carlson Field), 781-740-1105, selectma.com
Professional soccer coaches lead this coed summer camp for players ages 4-14, from beginners to advanced. With sessions held in June, July and August, this specialty camp offers skill development, drills, game play and other soccer-related fun.
Runner Up: Marshfield Tennis Club
Toy Store
Winner: Rock Paper Scissors Toy Store
62 Depot St., Duxbury, 781-452-7376, rockpaperscissorsdux.com
Filled with fun and inspiring toys, Rock Paper Scissors offers numerous creative play options for every age, interest and budget. The store carries board games, arts and crafts, building and construction kits, puzzles, sports games, plush toys, and eco-friendly selections. The knowledgeable staff will assist shoppers with finding the perfect toy.
Runner Up: The Toy Box Hanover
Tutoring Service
Winner: Vested Academics
200 Cordwainer Dr., Ste. 201A, Norwell, 617-245-4003 vestedacademics.com
Vested Academics helps students fill learning gaps, develop new study habits, gain confidence, and improve their
grades. Serving families from grade school through college graduation, the team of educational consultants offers academic guidance, one-on-one learning support and college planning assistance.
Runner Up: ABC Reading Adventure