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Best Daycare Centers in Saugus, MA

Compare 6 daycare centers in Saugus. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Saugus, Massachusetts at a glance

Daycares
6
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Saugus has 6 licensed daycares with 41 parent reviews averaging 3.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Saugus

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
    Miss Rinas Little Rascals
    4.18 score
    4.3(8)

    10 Bennett Hgwy, Saugus, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    Miss Rina's Little Rascals receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's dedication, care, and educational approach. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about safety protocols, including a food allergy incident and improper EpiPen storage, along with poor management response.

    Caring and patient stafffamily-like environmentchild development and learning outcomestransparent daily communication
  2. 2
    Peas In A Pod Nursery School
    3.82 score
    3.7(8)

    501b Main St, Saugus, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Peas in a Pod receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, engaging activities, and family-oriented atmosphere, though several serious concerns have been raised about child safety, supervision, and basic care standards.

    Attentive and caring teachersoutdoor play space with gardenregular communication via appactivities tailored to individual learning styles
  3. 3
    Shining Stars Learning Center
    3.7 score
    3.4(5)

    20 E Denver St, Saugus, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 137 children

    Shining Stars Learning Center receives mixed reviews ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Parents praise the security measures and care quality for typically developing children, but express concerns about management, special needs support, outdoor facilities, and communication.

    Security and ID verificationgood care for infantssome friendly and nice staff members

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Saugus

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Saugus zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
019066
3.8
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Saugus (31–183 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Saugus based on parent reviews

Miss Rinas Little Rascals

4.3(8)

10 Bennett Hgwy, Saugus, MA

Miss Rina's Little Rascals receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's dedication, care, and educational approach. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about safety protocols, including a food allergy incident and improper EpiPen storage, along with poor management response.

Caring and patient stafffamily-like environmentchild development and learning outcomes

Peas In A Pod Nursery School

3.7(8)

501b Main St, Saugus, MA

Peas in a Pod receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, engaging activities, and family-oriented atmosphere, though several serious concerns have been raised about child safety, supervision, and basic care standards.

Attentive and caring teachersoutdoor play space with gardenregular communication via app

Shining Stars Learning Center

3.4(5)

20 E Denver St, Saugus, MA

Shining Stars Learning Center receives mixed reviews ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Parents praise the security measures and care quality for typically developing children, but express concerns about management, special needs support, outdoor facilities, and communication.

Security and ID verificationgood care for infantssome friendly and nice staff members

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Daycare Centers in Saugus, Massachusetts

There are 6 daycare centers in Saugus, 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 Saugus have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.8 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Saugus, 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 Saugus

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Miss Rinas Little Rascals
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Miss Rina's Little Rascals receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's dedication, care, and educational approach. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about safety protocols, including a food allergy incident and improper EpiPen storage, along with poor management response.

Caring and patient stafffamily-like environmentchild development and learning outcomes
Address
10 Bennett Hgwy, Saugus, MA
Phone
(781) 727-1449
Peas In A Pod Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Peas in a Pod receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, engaging activities, and family-oriented atmosphere, though several serious concerns have been raised about child safety, supervision, and basic care standards.

Attentive and caring teachersoutdoor play space with gardenregular communication via app
Address
501b Main St, Saugus, MA
Phone
(781) 941-2440
Shining Stars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Shining Stars Learning Center receives mixed reviews ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Parents praise the security measures and care quality for typically developing children, but express concerns about management, special needs support, outdoor facilities, and communication.

Security and ID verificationgood care for infantssome friendly and nice staff members
Address
20 E Denver St, Saugus, MA
Phone
(781) 231-5440
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Saugus receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and clean, safe facility. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and develop strong social skills. The school is noted for excellent communication with parents and security features.

caring and attentive teachersclean facilitysafe outdoor playground
Address
248 Lynn Fells Parkway, Saugus, MA
Phone
(781) 484-0600
The Creation And Learning Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 Central St., Saugus, MA
Phone
(781) 233-3124
Y Academy Saugus
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
298 Main St, Saugus, MA
Phone
(781) 233-9622

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 all daycares in Saugus, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Saugus have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Saugus, 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
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 Saugus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Saugus 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.