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Best Daycare Centers in Wayland, MA

Compare 7 daycare centers in Wayland. Average rating: 4.72/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wayland, Massachusetts at a glance

Daycares
7
Avg rating
4.72/5
Parent reviews
57
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Wayland has 7 licensed daycares with 57 parent reviews averaging 4.72/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01778 zip code, averaging 4.72 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wayland

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
    Community Nursery School Of Wayland
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    5 Damon St, Wayland, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Community Nursery School of Wayland receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated teachers and warm, welcoming community environment. Parents report their children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially, with many noting their children eagerly attend school each day and form lasting friendships. The school is frequently described as feeling like family, with play-based learning that prepares children well for kindergarten.

    Caring and invested teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong sense of community among parentsplay-based learning approach
  2. 2
    Temple Shir Tikva Preschool
    4.62 score
    4.9(11)

    141 Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 72 children

    Temple Shir Tikva Preschool is highly regarded as a welcoming and inclusive Jewish community in Wayland with strong programming for children and families. Parents praise the friendly staff, engaging services, and warm sanctuary environment. The facility is noted for its respectful atmosphere and commitment to both Judaic education and community building.

    welcoming and inclusive communityfriendly staff and rabbiexcellent children's learning centerJudaic programming
  3. 3
    Longfellow Children'S Center
    3.65 score
    3.4(7)

    522c Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 126 children

    Longfellow Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the engaging activities, attentive staff communication, developmental support, and child enthusiasm for attending. Negative reviewers report unprofessional management conduct, staff behavior concerns, restrictive food policies, and problematic payment structures.

    engaging activities (indoor playgroundcooking classesdance lessons)outdoor and gym time

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Wayland

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.47avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.97avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wayland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
017787
4.72
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wayland (38–132 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wayland based on parent reviews

Community Nursery School Of Wayland

5(20)

5 Damon St, Wayland, MA

Community Nursery School of Wayland receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated teachers and warm, welcoming community environment. Parents report their children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially, with many noting their children eagerly attend school each day and form lasting friendships. The school is frequently described as feeling like family, with play-based learning that prepares children well for kindergarten.

Caring and invested teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong sense of community among parents

Temple Shir Tikva Preschool

4.9(11)

141 Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA

Temple Shir Tikva Preschool is highly regarded as a welcoming and inclusive Jewish community in Wayland with strong programming for children and families. Parents praise the friendly staff, engaging services, and warm sanctuary environment. The facility is noted for its respectful atmosphere and commitment to both Judaic education and community building.

welcoming and inclusive communityfriendly staff and rabbiexcellent children's learning center

Wayland Creative Pre School

5(1)

50 Cochituate Rd, Wayland, MA

Little Lamb Preschool And Child Care

5(1)

6 Loker St, Wayland, MA

Toddler Loving Care II, INC.

5

178 Commonwealth Ave., Wayland, MA

Longfellow Children'S Center

3.4(7)

522c Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA

Longfellow Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the engaging activities, attentive staff communication, developmental support, and child enthusiasm for attending. Negative reviewers report unprofessional management conduct, staff behavior concerns, restrictive food policies, and problematic payment structures.

engaging activities (indoor playgroundcooking classesdance lessons)

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Daycare types in Wayland

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 3

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Daycare Centers in Wayland, Massachusetts

There are 7 daycare centers in Wayland, 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 Wayland have an average rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.97 stars. Our analysis covers 57 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wayland, 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 Wayland

Showing 7 results

Toddler Loving Care II, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
178 Commonwealth Ave., Wayland, MA
Phone
(508) 358-3565
Community Nursery School Of Wayland
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Community Nursery School of Wayland receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated teachers and warm, welcoming community environment. Parents report their children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially, with many noting their children eagerly attend school each day and form lasting friendships. The school is frequently described as feeling like family, with play-based learning that prepares children well for kindergarten.

Caring and invested teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong sense of community among parents
Address
5 Damon St, Wayland, MA
Phone
(508) 651-2555
Wayland Creative Pre School
Church Daycare
5
Address
50 Cochituate Rd, Wayland, MA
Phone
(508) 358-4348
Little Lamb Preschool And Child Care
Church Daycare
5
Address
6 Loker St, Wayland, MA
Phone
(508) 653-7285
Temple Shir Tikva Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

Temple Shir Tikva Preschool is highly regarded as a welcoming and inclusive Jewish community in Wayland with strong programming for children and families. Parents praise the friendly staff, engaging services, and warm sanctuary environment. The facility is noted for its respectful atmosphere and commitment to both Judaic education and community building.

welcoming and inclusive communityfriendly staff and rabbiexcellent children's learning center
Address
141 Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA
Phone
(508) 358-4331
Longfellow Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Longfellow Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the engaging activities, attentive staff communication, developmental support, and child enthusiasm for attending. Negative reviewers report unprofessional management conduct, staff behavior concerns, restrictive food policies, and problematic payment structures.

engaging activities (indoor playgroundcooking classesdance lessons)
Address
522c Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA
Phone
(508) 358-0710
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Wayland receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, quality curriculum, excellent communication, and safe facilities that help children thrive both academically and socially.

Welcoming and patient staffwarm and nurturing environmentexcellent communication with parents
Address
367 Commonwealth Rd, Wayland, MA
Phone
(508) 655-2200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Wayland, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Wayland have an average Google rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wayland, 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
Wayland offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Wayland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wayland 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.