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Best Daycare Centers in Norwell, MA

Compare 9 daycare centers in Norwell. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Norwell, Massachusetts at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
50
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Norwell has 9 licensed daycares with 50 parent reviews averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02061 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Norwell

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Norwell zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
020619
5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Norwell (26–127 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Norwell based on parent reviews

The Ridge Hill School

5(4)

102 High St, Norwell, MA

Parents highlight the school's engaging atmosphere, noting that children are happy, engaged, and eager to attend. Reviewers praise Director Vicki and her staff for their warmth, organization, and ability to create a safe, comfortable environment while providing daily updates and meaningful learning experiences.

happy and engaged childrenwarm and fun stafforganized administration

Younger University

5(3)

104 Longwater Drive, Suite 107, 108, 110, Norwell, MA

Parents highlight the facility's quality and the staff's compassion, noting that their children enjoy attending. Reviewers express strong satisfaction with the program and highly recommend the center.

highly recommended staff love childrenawesome facilitycompassionate staff

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Daycare types in Norwell

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 5

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Daycare Centers in Norwell, Massachusetts

There are 9 daycare centers in Norwell, 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 Norwell have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 50 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Norwell, 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 Norwell

Showing 9 results

Younger University
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the facility's quality and the staff's compassion, noting that their children enjoy attending. Reviewers express strong satisfaction with the program and highly recommend the center.

highly recommended staff love childrenawesome facilitycompassionate staff
Address
104 Longwater Drive, Suite 107, 108, 110, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 871-4994
The Ridge Hill School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents highlight the school's engaging atmosphere, noting that children are happy, engaged, and eager to attend. Reviewers praise Director Vicki and her staff for their warmth, organization, and ability to create a safe, comfortable environment while providing daily updates and meaningful learning experiences.

happy and engaged childrenwarm and fun stafforganized administration
Address
102 High St, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 871-0018
The New Nursery Sch Of United Church
Church Daycare
Address
460 Main St, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 659-2535
Bright Horizons At Norwell
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons at Norwell receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, structured yet engaging curriculum, strong communication, and visible developmental progress in their children. The facility is described as a safe, welcoming environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.

Professional and caring staffstructured curriculumage-appropriate activities
Address
77 Longwater Dr, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 878-6077
Kidbridge Learning Center Of Norwell
Child Daycare & Preschools

KIDBRIDGE LEARNING CENTER OF NORWELL receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, consistent staff and warm, loving environment. Parents highlight the variety of activities, outdoor time, developmental progress, and strong communication through the center's app and proactive staff updates. The center is noted for prioritizing child wellbeing and emotional security alongside education.

Caring and kind staffconsistent caregiverswarm and loving environment
Address
20 Farrar Farm Road, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 659-2000
Vinal Before And After School Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
102 Old Oaken Bucket Rd, Norwell, MA
Phone
(857) 939-8285
Kindercare Learning Center #1554
Before or After School Daycare

Parents consistently praise Kindercare Learning Center #1554 in Norwell for its caring, professional staff and stimulating curriculum. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, structured learning activities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting highly positive experiences across all age groups.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong curriculum and learning activitiesexcellent communication with parents (daily updates
Address
380 Washington St, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 659-6530
Cole Before And After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
81 High St, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 956-8175
South Shore Charter After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
100 Longwater Cir, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 956-6140

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Norwell, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Norwell have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Norwell, 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
Norwell offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Norwell for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Norwell 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.