Best Daycare Centers in Roxbury, MA

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Roxbury

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

   Boston Islamic Center/

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   2870 Washington Street, Roxbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

   This listing appears to be for a mosque rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the facility as a welcoming place of worship with strong community programming, including weekend Islamic school and Quran memorization programs for children.

   Welcoming atmospherequality Islamic education programsstrong sense of communityspiritual environment
2. 2

   Twelfth Baptist Church Christian Preschool

   4.4 score

   4.5(20)

   160 Warren Street, Roxbury, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children

   Reviews praise Twelfth Baptist Church Christian Preschool as a welcoming and warm religious community with strong pastoral leadership. Parents appreciate the facility's family-friendly atmosphere and the availability of nursery services. The church offers frequent programming and community activities throughout the week.

   Welcoming congregationwarm and friendly staffstrong pastoral leadershipnursery services for children
3. 3

   Twelfth Baptist Church After School Program

   4.4 score

   4.5(20)

   150 Warren Street, Roxbury, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

   Reviews praise Twelfth Baptist Church's welcoming and warm congregation, exceptional pastoral leadership under Rev. Bodrick, and community activities. However, these reviews primarily reflect church experiences rather than feedback on the after-school program specifically.

   Welcoming congregationstrong pastoral leadershipnursery services availablemultiple weekly activities and events
4. 4

   Parker Hill/ Fenway Head Start

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   716 Parker Street, Roxbury, MA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 89 children

   Parker Hill/Fenway Head Start receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, and appreciate the center's community services including food pantry assistance. Children are reported to be enjoying their experience at the facility.

   Friendly and helpful staffcommunity services (food pantrycitizenship assistance)children enjoying school
5. 5

   Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Mason Elementary School

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   150 Norfolk Avenue, Roxbury, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

   This YMCA facility receives consistently high ratings (4.3/5) with praise for its cleanliness, organization, and staff attentiveness. Parents and members appreciate the swimming pool, fitness classes, wellness amenities, and responsive communication from staff. The facility is noted as a well-maintained community center with helpful and respectful staff.

   Excellent staffSwimming poolClean and well-organized facilityVariety of fitness classes
6. 6

   Learn And Play Day Care Center

   4 score

   4(5)

   1073 Tremont Street, Roxbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

   Learn and Play Day Care Center in Roxbury receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational approach, and happy children. However, one parent reported serious concerns about cleanliness, excessive screen time, lack of education, and staff aggression, along with difficulty contacting the facility.

   Excellent and caring staffconvenient location and hourschild engagement and learninghappy children
7. 7

   Children'S Services Of Roxbury Early Care & Education Center

   3.38 score

   3.2(17)

   520 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 103 children

   Parents praise the center's community services, staff friendliness, and support for diverse populations. However, several parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to unexplained injuries, poor communication and professionalism from staff, and difficulty accessing promised services.

   Staff described as personablenice and helpful; serves diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds; offers multiple community services including therapy and

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