18 Daycare Centers in Lowell, Massachusetts
Browse all 18 daycare centers in Lowell, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lowell
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.
- 1Merrimack Valley Christian Day School, INC.4.35 score4.6(7)
1195 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 52 children
Merrimack Valley Christian Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, creative curriculum, and positive impact on children's development. One parent raised serious concerns about a teacher's physical treatment of a young child and the director's delayed communication about the incident.
Kind and compassionate teachersfocus on social skills developmentcreative and engaging curriculumclean and safe facility - 2Greater Lowell Family Ymca @ Stoklosa4.32 score4.4(20)
580 Broadway St, Lowell, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 52 children
Parents praise the Greater Lowell Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities and genuinely caring staff. The center offers diverse programs including swimming, fitness, physical therapy, and summer camps that parents say children enjoy and thrive in. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and comprehensive services for families.
Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffupdated pooldiverse programs for children - 3Greater Lowell Family Ymca-Reilly4.32 score4.4(20)
115 Douglas Rd, Lowell, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise the Lowell YMCA facility for its friendly, supportive staff and well-maintained amenities including an updated pool, gym, and specialized programs. The center offers comprehensive services for children through summer camps and preschool, with particular recognition for helping families during difficult circumstances. Multiple reviewers describe feeling welcomed and comfortable in a family-like environment.
Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffupdated poolwell-equipped gym and weight training - 4Lowell Day Nursery4.22 score4.3(14)
119 Hall St, Lowell, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children
Parents consistently praise Lowell Day Nursery for its experienced staff, quality care, and family-oriented environment. The facility is noted for its longevity in the community, NAEYC accreditation, and staff retention. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' patience and dedication, particularly with children with special needs.
Caring and patient teachersexperienced staff with low turnoverNAEYC accreditedmeals included - 5Girls Incorporated Of Greater Lowell3.93 score3.9(11)
220 Worthen St, Lowell, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 104 children
Girls Incorporated of Greater Lowell receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most reviewers praising the nurturing, safe environment and engaging staff. Parents and attendees highlight the hands-on leadership, fun activities, and positive changes they've observed. One negative review reported bullying concerns and inadequate staff response.
engaging and fun staffsafe and nurturing environmenthands-on director and active boardquality activities and gym choices - 6Small Steps Daycare3.84 score3.8(20)
1275 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Small Steps Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, well-cared for, and develop strong attachments to staff. Parents highlight the owner Karen's responsiveness, the center's organization, safety features, and use of a communication app for daily updates. Multiple long-term families express satisfaction with the curriculum, activities, and family-like environment.
Caring and attentive staffresponsive owner (Karen)daily app updates with photosage-appropriate activities and curriculum
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Highest rated daycares in Lowell based on parent reviews
Merrimack Valley Christian Day School, INC.
1195 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA
Merrimack Valley Christian Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, creative curriculum, and positive impact on children's development. One parent raised serious concerns about a teacher's physical treatment of a young child and the director's delayed communication about the incident.
Greater Lowell Family Ymca @ Stoklosa
580 Broadway St, Lowell, MA
Parents praise the Greater Lowell Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities and genuinely caring staff. The center offers diverse programs including swimming, fitness, physical therapy, and summer camps that parents say children enjoy and thrive in. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and comprehensive services for families.
Greater Lowell Family Ymca-Reilly
115 Douglas Rd, Lowell, MA
Parents consistently praise the Lowell YMCA facility for its friendly, supportive staff and well-maintained amenities including an updated pool, gym, and specialized programs. The center offers comprehensive services for children through summer camps and preschool, with particular recognition for helping families during difficult circumstances. Multiple reviewers describe feeling welcomed and comfortable in a family-like environment.
Lowell Day Nursery
119 Hall St, Lowell, MA
Parents consistently praise Lowell Day Nursery for its experienced staff, quality care, and family-oriented environment. The facility is noted for its longevity in the community, NAEYC accreditation, and staff retention. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' patience and dedication, particularly with children with special needs.
Lowell Collaborative Preschool Academy
554 Pawtucket St, Lowell, MA
Cti Mcauliffe After School Program
570 Beacon St, Lowell, MA
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Daycare Centers in Lowell, Massachusetts
There are 18 daycare centers in Lowell, 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 Lowell, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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- Address
- 570 Beacon St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 937-2966
- Address
- 75 Douglas Rd, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 323-9310
Merrimack Valley Christian Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, creative curriculum, and positive impact on children's development. One parent raised serious concerns about a teacher's physical treatment of a young child and the director's delayed communication about the incident.
- Address
- 1195 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 452-2462
- Address
- 246 Market St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 453-1490
Parents praise the Greater Lowell Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities and genuinely caring staff. The center offers diverse programs including swimming, fitness, physical therapy, and summer camps that parents say children enjoy and thrive in. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and comprehensive services for families.
- Address
- 580 Broadway St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 454-7825
Parents consistently praise the Lowell YMCA facility for its friendly, supportive staff and well-maintained amenities including an updated pool, gym, and specialized programs. The center offers comprehensive services for children through summer camps and preschool, with particular recognition for helping families during difficult circumstances. Multiple reviewers describe feeling welcomed and comfortable in a family-like environment.
- Address
- 115 Douglas Rd, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 454-7825
- Address
- 554 Pawtucket St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 454-3350
Parents consistently praise Lowell Day Nursery for its experienced staff, quality care, and family-oriented environment. The facility is noted for its longevity in the community, NAEYC accreditation, and staff retention. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' patience and dedication, particularly with children with special needs.
- Address
- 119 Hall St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 454-5981
Girls Incorporated of Greater Lowell receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most reviewers praising the nurturing, safe environment and engaging staff. Parents and attendees highlight the hands-on leadership, fun activities, and positive changes they've observed. One negative review reported bullying concerns and inadequate staff response.
- Address
- 220 Worthen St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 458-6529
Small Steps Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, well-cared for, and develop strong attachments to staff. Parents highlight the owner Karen's responsiveness, the center's organization, safety features, and use of a communication app for daily updates. Multiple long-term families express satisfaction with the curriculum, activities, and family-like environment.
- Address
- 1275 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 319-8829
- Address
- 126 Phoenix Ave, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 454-5100 EXT 7126
Little Sprouts Lowell has received exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and strong developmental progress their children have made. Parents consistently report that their children are happy, safe, and eager to attend, with many describing the staff as an extended family. The facility offers engaging activities, good communication with parents, and age-appropriate curriculum.
- Address
- 900 Chelmsford, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (877) 977-7688
- Address
- 149 Ennell St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 684-7178
- Address
- 300 Chelmsford St, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 654-5246
Little Sprouts Lowell receives uniformly positive feedback from parents across 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced teaching staff for fostering children's developmental progress, confidence, and love of learning, while also emphasizing their sense of safety and trust in the program.
- Address
- 554 Pawtucket Street, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 454-3350
- Address
- 524 Pawtucket Street, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 454-3790
- Address
- 175 Campbell Dr, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 459-2646
- Address
- 425 W Meadow Rd, Lowell, MA
- Phone
- (978) 937-7667
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Massachusetts)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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- Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
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