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60 Daycare Centers in Springfield, Massachusetts

Browse all 60 daycare centers in Springfield, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield

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
    Make Way For Ducklings
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    455 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 72 children

    Make Way for Ducklings receives unanimously positive feedback from parents whose children have attended since September 2025. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teaching staff, particularly Ms. Thona, for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth. The facility is commended for its individualized attention, strong communication with families, and engaging curriculum that prepares children for kind

  2. 2

    01590 Sumner Ave., Springfield, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 71 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for the church facility rather than the daycare program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, knowledgeable pastor, and positive atmosphere of Christian Life Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.

    Welcoming and non-judgmental communityknowledgeable pastorclean and well-maintained facilityuplifting atmosphere
  3. 3

    127 State St, Springfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

    Prelude Preschool of the Arts is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Springfield, Massachusetts with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming environment, small class sizes, engaging teaching staff, and arts-focused curriculum that encourages creative expression. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily and parents report significant learning progress.

    Small class sizesfriendly and engaging teacherswarm and welcoming environmentarts-focused curriculum
  4. 4
    En Motion Dance Theater
    4.44 score
    4.8(6)

    531 Belmont Ave., Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children

    En Motion Dance Theater receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and talented instructors, particularly Ms. Shire and Ms. Brown. Parents appreciate the combination of dance education with physical activity, self-esteem building, and strong communication from staff.

    Experienced and knowledgeable instructorspositive atmospherephysical exercise and fitnessself-esteem and core values development
  5. 5

    3 Rutland Street, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    MLK Community Center School Age Program is a well-organized, community-focused facility that serves Springfield families through recreational programs, food assistance, and volunteer opportunities. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff and volunteers who prioritize community involvement and family-oriented services. While the facility may lack extensive amenities, reviewers value the welcoming atmosphere and positive impact on families.

    Well-organizeddedicated staffstrong volunteer supportcommunity involvement
  6. 6

    101 King St, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Children's Corner Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the staff's professionalism, care, daily communication, educational quality, and safe environment. Two parents report serious concerns including alleged staff misconduct, verbal abuse toward children, poor behavior management, frequent illness, and unprofessional staff conduct.

    Staff professionalism and carestrong parent-staff communication with daily reports and photossafe environmentchild development and educational outcomes
  7. 7
    Ymca Schools Out @ Dunbar
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    33 Oak St, Springfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 52 children

    YMCA Schools Out @ Dunbar is a highly-regarded community center in Springfield offering diverse programs and activities for children and families. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, community involvement, and the facility's role as a hub for worship, childcare, and social services. The center is noted for maintaining safety standards and creating a welcoming, supportive environment.

    Caring and helpful staffdiverse programs and activitiesstrong community resourcesafe and clean facility
  8. 8

    02455 Main St, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Parents consistently praise the staff at New North Citizens Council Children & Family Center for their genuine care, helpfulness, and community support. The center is noted for having knowledgeable and friendly personnel who go out of their way to assist families. One reviewer mentioned staffing challenges despite the quality of care provided.

    Caring and attentive staffknowledgeable personnelhelpful with community and government issuesfriendly atmosphere
  9. 9
    Putnam Head Start Program
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    01300 State St., Springfield, MA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be from high school and trade program students/alumni rather than daycare parents. Reviewers consistently praise the school's trade programs, quality instruction, and career preparation support.

    Excellent trade/vocational programsdedicated and supportive teachershands-on learning opportunitiescareer advancement support
  10. 10

    255 King St, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 179 children

    Parents consistently praise Tommie Johnson Child and Family Center for its caring staff and clean facilities. The center is highlighted as particularly welcoming for children with special needs. Multiple reviewers express satisfaction with after-school care and recommend the facility to others.

    Friendly and caring staffclean facilityexcellent for special needs childreneffective after-school care program

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Springfield based on parent reviews

Make Way For Ducklings

4.9(20)

455 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, MA

Make Way for Ducklings receives unanimously positive feedback from parents whose children have attended since September 2025. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teaching staff, particularly Ms. Thona, for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth. The facility is commended for its individualized attention, strong communication with families, and engaging curriculum that prepares children for kind

Square One @ Christian Life Center

4.8(19)

01590 Sumner Ave., Springfield, MA

Note: Reviews appear to be for the church facility rather than the daycare program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, knowledgeable pastor, and positive atmosphere of Christian Life Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Welcoming and non-judgmental communityknowledgeable pastorclean and well-maintained facility

Prelude Preschool Of The Arts

5(5)

127 State St, Springfield, MA

Prelude Preschool of the Arts is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Springfield, Massachusetts with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming environment, small class sizes, engaging teaching staff, and arts-focused curriculum that encourages creative expression. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily and parents report significant learning progress.

Small class sizesfriendly and engaging teacherswarm and welcoming environment

Armory Square Day Care

5(4)

1 Armory Sq, Springfield, MA

Dream Studios, INC.

5(4)

1500 Main St, Springfield, MA

En Motion Dance Theater

4.8(6)

531 Belmont Ave., Springfield, MA

En Motion Dance Theater receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and talented instructors, particularly Ms. Shire and Ms. Brown. Parents appreciate the combination of dance education with physical activity, self-esteem building, and strong communication from staff.

Experienced and knowledgeable instructorspositive atmospherephysical exercise and fitness

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Daycare Centers in Springfield, Massachusetts

There are 60 daycare centers in Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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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Armory Square Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1 Armory Sq, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 737-3455
Dream Studios, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1500 Main St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-1500
Prelude Preschool Of The Arts
Before or After School Daycare
5

Prelude Preschool of the Arts is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Springfield, Massachusetts with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming environment, small class sizes, engaging teaching staff, and arts-focused curriculum that encourages creative expression. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily and parents report significant learning progress.

Small class sizesfriendly and engaging teacherswarm and welcoming environment
Address
127 State St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 732-8428
Carew Street Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
65 Carew St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-5005
Riverview Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
103 Division St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 858-4536
Trinity Nursery And Kindergarten
Church Daycare
5
Address
361 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-0028
Champion Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
71 Suffolk St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 788-7402
The Center After School Program
Church Daycare
5
Address
649 State St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 734-3106
Make Way For Ducklings
Church Daycare
4.9

Make Way for Ducklings receives unanimously positive feedback from parents whose children have attended since September 2025. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teaching staff, particularly Ms. Thona, for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth. The facility is commended for its individualized attention, strong communication with families, and engaging curriculum that prepares children for kind

Address
455 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 732-2182
Choi'S World Tae Kwon Do, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
461 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 736-1008
Acorn Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
62 Noel St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 732-7816
En Motion Dance Theater
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

En Motion Dance Theater receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and talented instructors, particularly Ms. Shire and Ms. Brown. Parents appreciate the combination of dance education with physical activity, self-esteem building, and strong communication from staff.

Experienced and knowledgeable instructorspositive atmospherephysical exercise and fitness
Address
531 Belmont Ave., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 301-6530
Square One @ Christian Life Center
Church Daycare
4.8

Note: Reviews appear to be for the church facility rather than the daycare program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, knowledgeable pastor, and positive atmosphere of Christian Life Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Welcoming and non-judgmental communityknowledgeable pastorclean and well-maintained facility
Address
01590 Sumner Ave., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 858-3123
World Tae Kwon Do Training Center After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
691 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 783-1600
Children'S Corner Day Care-King Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Children's Corner Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the staff's professionalism, care, daily communication, educational quality, and safe environment. Two parents report serious concerns including alleged staff misconduct, verbal abuse toward children, poor behavior management, frequent illness, and unprofessional staff conduct.

Staff professionalism and carestrong parent-staff communication with daily reports and photossafe environment
Address
101 King St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 788-9116
Early Childhood Center Early Headstart And Pre-K Expansion
Headstart Programs
4.6
Address
15 Catherine St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 750-2640
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

MLK Community Center School Age Program is a well-organized, community-focused facility that serves Springfield families through recreational programs, food assistance, and volunteer opportunities. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff and volunteers who prioritize community involvement and family-oriented services. While the facility may lack extensive amenities, reviewers value the welcoming atmosphere and positive impact on families.

Well-organizeddedicated staffstrong volunteer support
Address
3 Rutland Street, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 746-3655
Ymca Schools Out @ Dunbar
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

YMCA Schools Out @ Dunbar is a highly-regarded community center in Springfield offering diverse programs and activities for children and families. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, community involvement, and the facility's role as a hub for worship, childcare, and social services. The center is noted for maintaining safety standards and creating a welcoming, supportive environment.

Caring and helpful staffdiverse programs and activitiesstrong community resource
Address
33 Oak St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6951
New North Citizens Council Children & Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise the staff at New North Citizens Council Children & Family Center for their genuine care, helpfulness, and community support. The center is noted for having knowledgeable and friendly personnel who go out of their way to assist families. One reviewer mentioned staffing challenges despite the quality of care provided.

Caring and attentive staffknowledgeable personnelhelpful with community and government issues
Address
02455 Main St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 747-0098
The Children'S Creative Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
29 Logan St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 734-2522
Tommie Johnson Child And Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Tommie Johnson Child and Family Center for its caring staff and clean facilities. The center is highlighted as particularly welcoming for children with special needs. Multiple reviewers express satisfaction with after-school care and recommend the facility to others.

Friendly and caring staffclean facilityexcellent for special needs children
Address
255 King St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 732-9905
Square One @ Catherine Street
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
15 Catherine St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 750-2640
Square One @ Family Square
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
01095 Main St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 858-3153
Putnam Head Start Program
Headstart Programs
4.3

Note: Reviews appear to be from high school and trade program students/alumni rather than daycare parents. Reviewers consistently praise the school's trade programs, quality instruction, and career preparation support.

Excellent trade/vocational programsdedicated and supportive teachershands-on learning opportunities
Address
01300 State St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 787-7424
Boys/Girls Club Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents overwhelmingly praise the Boys/Girls Club Family Center for its family-oriented approach, professional staff, and diverse activities including sports and academics. Most reviews highlight positive social interactions and learning opportunities. One negative review mentions staff conduct concerns.

Professional and responsive stafffamily-oriented environmentvariety of sports and recreational activities
Address
100 Acorn St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-4743
Ymca Of Greater Springfield Scoop
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Reviews are predominantly positive, praising the facility's cleanliness, safety standards, welcoming staff, and diverse fitness and childcare programs. Parents appreciate the community atmosphere and child care services offered at the new Springfield location.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieskind and welcoming staffstrong safety and childcare standards
Address
15 Catharine St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 750-2640
Springfield Jewish Community Center Pre School/Kids Space
Church Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise Springfield Jewish Community Center Pre School/Kids Space for its warm, caring teachers and excellent facilities. The center is described as welcoming and community-focused, offering diverse programming including preschool, early learning, swimming, and fitness amenities. Families appreciate the inclusive environment and value the overall experience for children of all ages.

Warm and caring teachersbeautiful and clean facilitiesexcellent programming variety
Address
01160 Dickinson St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-4715
Child Enrichment Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
116 Florence St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 732-5804
Giggle Garden'S, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Giggle Gardens receives consistently positive feedback from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and strong communication through their app. Many families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction with the facility.

caring and nurturing staffparent communication app with photo updates and meal informationengaging activities including music and art
Address
627 State St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 439-0391
New Horizons Daycare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
30 Bowdoin St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 363-1890

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Frequently asked questions

There are 60 all daycares in Springfield, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Springfield, 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
Springfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 28 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 16 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 Springfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Springfield 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.