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18 Daycare Centers in East Boston, Massachusetts

Browse all 18 daycare centers in East Boston, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Boston

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    68 Central Sq, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 179 children

    The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the quality of activities, friendly staff, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. The center is valued as an important community resource offering both daycare/after-school programs and event space.

    Quality activitiesfriendly and nice staffclean atmospherereasonable pricing
  2. 2
    Ymca Of Greater Boston Children'S Center At Bremen Street
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    215 Breman Street, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    Reviews are predominantly positive with a 4.3/5 rating. However, most reviews appear to focus on the YMCA facility itself rather than the children's center specifically. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, staff attentiveness, swimming pool, and community atmosphere.

    Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and supportive staffexcellent communication with familiesswimming pool
  3. 3
    Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Adams Elementrary School
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    165 Webster Street, East Boston, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    This YMCA location in East Boston receives consistently high ratings, with parents praising the facility's cleanliness, modern equipment, and attentive staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, active COVID-19 safety measures, and a strong sense of community. The swimming pool and diverse fitness classes are frequently mentioned as standout features.

    Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and helpful staffswimming poolmodern equipment
  4. 4
    Ymca Of Greater Boston @ Ashley Street
    4.05 score
    4.1(6)

    54 Ashley Street, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Reviews are highly polarized with mostly positive feedback praising staff friendliness and cleanliness, though one negative review criticizes staff helpfulness and information availability. The facility appears to serve as a fitness center rather than exclusively a daycare.

    Outstanding and welcoming staffclean facilityfriendly atmosphere
  5. 5
    Bostons Bridge To Excellence @ Mckay School
    3.85 score
    3.7(5)

    122 Cottage Street, East Boston, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 13 children

    Parents consistently praise Boston's Bridge to Excellence for providing safe, academically enriching before and after school programs with year-round scheduling. Leadership, including CEO Dejon Rice and Program Administrator Sophia Bishop-Rice, are frequently highlighted for their welcoming approach and genuine care. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment with high satisfaction.

    Safe environmentacademic enrichment beyond school curriculumarts programmingyear-round scheduling (before/after school

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Boston based on parent reviews

The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center

4.6(20)

68 Central Sq, East Boston, MA

The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the quality of activities, friendly staff, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. The center is valued as an important community resource offering both daycare/after-school programs and event space.

Quality activitiesfriendly and nice staffclean atmosphere

Little Folks Community Day Care Center

4.9(2)

65 Trenton Street, East Boston, MA

Ymca Of Greater Boston Children'S Center At Bremen Street

4.3(20)

215 Breman Street, East Boston, MA

Reviews are predominantly positive with a 4.3/5 rating. However, most reviews appear to focus on the YMCA facility itself rather than the children's center specifically. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, staff attentiveness, swimming pool, and community atmosphere.

Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and supportive staffexcellent communication with families

Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Adams Elementrary School

4.3(20)

165 Webster Street, East Boston, MA

This YMCA location in East Boston receives consistently high ratings, with parents praising the facility's cleanliness, modern equipment, and attentive staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, active COVID-19 safety measures, and a strong sense of community. The swimming pool and diverse fitness classes are frequently mentioned as standout features.

Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and helpful staffswimming pool

Swift Waters After School Programs

5(1)

172 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA

Shining Star Day Care

5(1)

80 Border Street, East Boston, MA

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Daycare types in East Boston

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 4Before or After School Daycare 4

Daycare Centers in East Boston, Massachusetts

There are 18 daycare centers in East Boston, Massachusetts. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in East Boston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in East Boston

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Swift Waters After School Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
172 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 567-5076
Shining Star Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
80 Border Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 567-0047
Little Folks Community Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
65 Trenton Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 569-0294
The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the quality of activities, friendly staff, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. The center is valued as an important community resource offering both daycare/after-school programs and event space.

Quality activitiesfriendly and nice staffclean atmosphere
Address
68 Central Sq, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 569-3221
Harbor City School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
196 Putnam St, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 418-5146
Ymca Of Greater Boston Children'S Center At Bremen Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews are predominantly positive with a 4.3/5 rating. However, most reviews appear to focus on the YMCA facility itself rather than the children's center specifically. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, staff attentiveness, swimming pool, and community atmosphere.

Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and supportive staffexcellent communication with families
Address
215 Breman Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 418-8332
Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Adams Elementrary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

This YMCA location in East Boston receives consistently high ratings, with parents praising the facility's cleanliness, modern equipment, and attentive staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, active COVID-19 safety measures, and a strong sense of community. The swimming pool and diverse fitness classes are frequently mentioned as standout features.

Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and helpful staffswimming pool
Address
165 Webster Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 913-0200
Ymca Of Greater Boston @ Ashley Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews are highly polarized with mostly positive feedback praising staff friendliness and cleanliness, though one negative review criticizes staff helpfulness and information availability. The facility appears to serve as a fitness center rather than exclusively a daycare.

Outstanding and welcoming staffclean facilityfriendly atmosphere
Address
54 Ashley Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(857) 753-1764
Jeffries Point Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
425 Sumner Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 569-6045
Bostons Bridge To Excellence @ Mckay School
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Parents consistently praise Boston's Bridge to Excellence for providing safe, academically enriching before and after school programs with year-round scheduling. Leadership, including CEO Dejon Rice and Program Administrator Sophia Bishop-Rice, are frequently highlighted for their welcoming approach and genuine care. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment with high satisfaction.

Safe environmentacademic enrichment beyond school curriculumarts programming
Address
122 Cottage Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 635-8570
East Boston - Head Start/Elbow
Headstart Programs
Address
5 Elbow Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 567-8855
East Boston Head Start-Bennington
Headstart Programs
Address
1222 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 567-7038
East Boston Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
120 Condor St, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 567-8855
Ymca Of Greater Boston @ Odonnell Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
33 Trenton Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 635-8454
Oh Yes Orient Heights Young Explorers
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
191 Faywood Avenue, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 561-0010
Orient Heights Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
171 Faywood Ave, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 561-0230
East Boston Head Start St. Johns
Headstart Programs
Address
80 Lexington Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 567-8855
Ymca Of Greater Boston @ The Mckay K-8 School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
122 Cottage Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(857) 205-5620

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Frequently asked questions

There are 18 all daycares in East Boston, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in East Boston, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Massachusetts's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Massachusetts)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
East Boston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Massachusetts typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in East Boston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Boston must be licensed by Massachusetts's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.