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Best Daycare Centers in Gloucester, MA

Compare 12 daycare centers in Gloucester. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gloucester, Massachusetts at a glance

Daycares
12
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
82
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Gloucester has 12 licensed daycares with 82 parent reviews averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01930 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Gloucester

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 82 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Variety of classes and programs
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Gloucester, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Gloucester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0193012
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gloucester (26–287 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gloucester based on parent reviews

Annisquam Preschool INC

5(1)

1123 Washington St., Gloucester, MA

One parent reports that their son has made significant developmental progress, including increased verbal communication and learning foundational concepts like colors, shapes, letters, numbers, and counting. The child also enjoys the music and Spanish language components of the program.

child growthimproved communicationlearning colors/shapes/letters/numbers/counting

Woodland Place Childcare Center

5(1)

16 Gibbs Hill Drive, Gloucester, MA

Majestic Harbor Community School

5

127 Eastern Ave, Gloucester, MA

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Daycare types in Gloucester

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Daycare Centers in Gloucester, Massachusetts

There are 12 daycare centers in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Gloucester have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 82 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester

Showing 12 results

Annisquam Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their son has made significant developmental progress, including increased verbal communication and learning foundational concepts like colors, shapes, letters, numbers, and counting. The child also enjoys the music and Spanish language components of the program.

child growthimproved communicationlearning colors/shapes/letters/numbers/counting
Address
1123 Washington St., Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 283-2814
Majestic Harbor Community School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
127 Eastern Ave, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 283-5202
Woodland Place Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16 Gibbs Hill Drive, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 491-0747
East Gloucester After School Ymca Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8 Davis Street Ext, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 283-0470 EXT 1704
Cape Ann Ymca @ Beeman
Before or After School Daycare

This facility is highly rated across multiple programs including fitness, swimming lessons, camps, and events. Parents consistently praise the welcoming staff, clean modern facilities, varied programming options, and positive community atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong instruction quality and member satisfaction.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and modern facilitiesvariety of classes and programs
Address
138 Cherry St, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 283-0470
Shannah Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
21b Lexington Ave, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 525-2220
Riverview Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
58 Riverview Rd, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 282-1910
Happy Day School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
39 Gloucester Ave, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 283-3613
Pathways For Children Head Start At Emerson
Headstart Programs

Parents consistently praise Pathways for Children Head Start at Emerson as an exceptional facility with caring, supportive staff who genuinely invest in children's development. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and families appreciate the professional yet family-oriented atmosphere. The center is recognized as a valuable resource for families.

Kind and supportive staffcaring teachersprofessional/family atmosphere
Address
29 Emerson Ave, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 281-2400
Cape Ann Y Asp @ Plum Cove
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
15 Hickory St, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 283-0470
Cape Ann Ymca @ Veteran'S
Before or After School Daycare

These reviews are not about daycare services but rather about the YMCA facility itself, including fitness programs, swimming lessons, camps, and community programs. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, staff friendliness, diverse programs, and welcoming atmosphere.

World-class equipment and facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffclean facility
Address
11 Webster Street, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 283-0470
Cape Ann Ymca Elc/Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools

These reviews are not for the daycare program but rather for the YMCA facility overall. Reviewers praise the modern facility, diverse programs, and friendly staff. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and welcoming to the community.

Modern facilitiesvariety of classes and programsfriendly and helpful staff
Address
67 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 559-3004

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Frequently asked questions

There are 12 all daycares in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Gloucester have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gloucester, 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
Gloucester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Gloucester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gloucester 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.