29 Daycare Centers in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Browse all 29 daycare centers in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Bedford
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.
- 1Days Of Discovery Child Care Center4.35 score4.7(5)
575 Church Street, New Bedford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children
Parents consistently praise Days of Discovery for its caring, invested staff and safe, clean environment. Multiple reviews highlight significant developmental and academic growth in their children, along with strong communication and professionalism from leadership and front desk staff.
Caring and attentive teachersclean facilitiesstructured daily routineschild development and growth - 2Dennison Memorial Sch Age Daycare4.32 score4.4(20)
755 South 1st Street, New Bedford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children
Parents consistently praise Dennison Memorial School Age Daycare as a safe, welcoming environment where children make friends, have fun, and grow. Staff members, particularly Sean Hargraves, are highly trusted and described as amazing and caring. The facility has a long history of serving the community and offers engaging activities including field trips.
Safe environmentfriendly stafftrustworthy caregiverscommunity-focused - 3Children'S Paradise, INC4.18 score4.3(7)
4 Waldo Street, New Bedford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Children's Paradise receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and educational activities. However, two recent negative reviews raise serious concerns about the owner's behavior and professionalism that warrant further investigation.
Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitystructured educational program with daily activitieschild development focus - 4Early Learning Child Care4.15 score4.3(5)
322 Maxfield St, New Bedford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children
Early Learning Child Care has a long history of service in New Bedford with mostly positive feedback about staff quality and learning environment. However, one parent raised serious concerns about sick child policies, director behavior, discipline practices, and staff compensation.
Professional and amazing staffquality child caregood learning environment33-year history of service - 5P.A.C.E. Head Start4.15 score4.3(5)
247 Smith Street, New Bedford, MA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 114 children
P.A.C.E. HEAD START receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for dedicated and well-trained staff who provide quality care and education for 3-4 year olds. One parent expressed frustration about remaining on the waiting list.
dedicated staffwell-trained teachersquality caregood teaching - 6New Bedford Ymca Preschool & School Age4.08 score4.1(20)
25 South Water Street, New Bedford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 169 children
The New Bedford YMCA has a Google rating of 4.1/5, though the reviews provided appear to be primarily about gym and fitness facilities rather than the preschool and school-age programs. Reviews highlight friendly, welcoming staff and clean facilities with various amenities.
Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswelcoming environmentcommunity atmosphere - 7Children'S Paradise, INC3.92 score3.9(20)
3132 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 127 children
Children's Paradise receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean facility, strong communication through the HiMama app, and welcoming environment—particularly for children with special needs like autism.
Caring and engaged staffinvolved ownerclean and well-organized facilitymultiple outdoor play areas - 8Devalles Day Care Program3.45 score3(6)
201 Crapo Street, New Bedford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 117 children
DEVALLES DAY CARE PROGRAM receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the patient teachers, quality care, and positive impact on their children's attitudes toward school. However, negative reviews cite inconsistent discipline, limited meal options, and unprofessional staff interactions.
Patient and caring teacherschildren eager to attendpositive effect on school readiness
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in New Bedford based on parent reviews
Creative Playschool
03374 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
Days Of Discovery Child Care Center
575 Church Street, New Bedford, MA
Parents consistently praise Days of Discovery for its caring, invested staff and safe, clean environment. Multiple reviews highlight significant developmental and academic growth in their children, along with strong communication and professionalism from leadership and front desk staff.
Dennison Memorial Sch Age Daycare
755 South 1st Street, New Bedford, MA
Parents consistently praise Dennison Memorial School Age Daycare as a safe, welcoming environment where children make friends, have fun, and grow. Staff members, particularly Sean Hargraves, are highly trusted and described as amazing and caring. The facility has a long history of serving the community and offers engaging activities including field trips.
Grace After School Program
133 School Street, New Bedford, MA
Children'S Paradise, INC
4 Waldo Street, New Bedford, MA
Children's Paradise receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and educational activities. However, two recent negative reviews raise serious concerns about the owner's behavior and professionalism that warrant further investigation.
Positive Action Day Care
591 Summer Street, New Bedford, MA
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Daycare types in New Bedford
Daycare Centers in New Bedford, Massachusetts
There are 29 daycare centers in New Bedford, 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 New Bedford, 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 New Bedford
Showing 29 results
- Address
- 133 School Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 961-1622
- Address
- 211 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 984-7373
- Address
- 591 Summer Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 999-6522
- Address
- 03374 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 998-5019
- Address
- 2763 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 985-4930
Parents consistently praise Days of Discovery for its caring, invested staff and safe, clean environment. Multiple reviews highlight significant developmental and academic growth in their children, along with strong communication and professionalism from leadership and front desk staff.
- Address
- 575 Church Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 998-9567
Parents consistently praise Dennison Memorial School Age Daycare as a safe, welcoming environment where children make friends, have fun, and grow. Staff members, particularly Sean Hargraves, are highly trusted and described as amazing and caring. The facility has a long history of serving the community and offers engaging activities including field trips.
- Address
- 755 South 1st Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 997-3206
Early Learning Child Care has a long history of service in New Bedford with mostly positive feedback about staff quality and learning environment. However, one parent raised serious concerns about sick child policies, director behavior, discipline practices, and staff compensation.
- Address
- 322 Maxfield St, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 996-3774
P.A.C.E. HEAD START receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for dedicated and well-trained staff who provide quality care and education for 3-4 year olds. One parent expressed frustration about remaining on the waiting list.
- Address
- 247 Smith Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 984-3557
- Address
- 170 Cedar St, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 993-6419
- Address
- 44 Summer Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 999-0968
Children's Paradise receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and educational activities. However, two recent negative reviews raise serious concerns about the owner's behavior and professionalism that warrant further investigation.
- Address
- 4 Waldo Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 995-7778
The New Bedford YMCA has a Google rating of 4.1/5, though the reviews provided appear to be primarily about gym and fitness facilities rather than the preschool and school-age programs. Reviews highlight friendly, welcoming staff and clean facilities with various amenities.
- Address
- 25 South Water Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 997-0734 EXT 119
Children's Paradise receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean facility, strong communication through the HiMama app, and welcoming environment—particularly for children with special needs like autism.
- Address
- 3132 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 998-4763
- Address
- 80 Rivet Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 992-0122
DEVALLES DAY CARE PROGRAM receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the patient teachers, quality care, and positive impact on their children's attitudes toward school. However, negative reviews cite inconsistent discipline, limited meal options, and unprofessional staff interactions.
- Address
- 201 Crapo Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 994-5364
- Address
- 1060 Cove Road, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 992-8247
- Address
- 267 Samuel Barnet Boulevard, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 985-1915
- Address
- 725 Shawmut Ave, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 996-8531
Little People's College - Dartmouth receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and nurturing environment where children feel loved and safe. Parents consistently highlight the dedication and warmth of individual staff members and report satisfaction with their children's growth and development. One parent noted the program felt boring.
- Address
- 360 Dartmouth Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 993-8126
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- 247 Elm Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 742-7970
- Address
- 831 Mount Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (774) 328-8061
- Address
- 321 Rockdale Ave, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 996-0910
- Address
- 651 Orchard Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 997-4944
- Address
- 532 Brock Ave, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 994-9393
Parents consistently praise Little People's College for its caring, professional staff and safe, nurturing environment. Children show notable improvements and enjoyment in their time at the facility. Parents report peace of mind knowing their children receive quality care and preparation for kindergarten.
- Address
- 850 Church St, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 998-1978
Little People's College-374 receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the quality of care, attentive staff, and educational activities. Parents consistently highlight the director Jillian P and individual teachers for going above and beyond, treating children like family members. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning while parents appreciate the communication and transparency about daily activities and menus.
- Address
- 374 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 717-0376
- Address
- 145 Essex Street, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 525-7961
Little People's College - Sassaquin receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, strong educational programming, and individualized attention given to each child. Many parents report their children are thriving, excited to attend daily, and feel safe in the center's care.
- Address
- 4241 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
- Phone
- (508) 998-8982
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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