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Best Daycare Centers in Wellesley, MA

Compare 14 daycare centers in Wellesley. Average rating: 4.98/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wellesley, Massachusetts at a glance

Daycares
14
Avg rating
4.98/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
9

Wellesley has 14 licensed daycares with 53 parent reviews averaging 4.98/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 02482 (avg 5 stars), while 02481 has the largest selection (9 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wellesley

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
    Gan Elohim, Temple Beth Elohim Nursery School
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    10 Bethel Rd, Wellesley, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 95 children

    Parents praise Temple Beth Elohim's nursery school for its warm, welcoming environment and excellent teaching staff. The facility is noted for its beautiful spaces, strong sense of community, and inclusive atmosphere that makes families feel at home.

    Loving environmentbest teachersbeautiful facilitieswarm and welcoming staff
  2. 2
    Montessori Childrens House Of Wellesley
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    10 Waban St, Unit 1, Wellesley, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Parents unanimously praise Montessori Children's House of Wellesley for fostering independence, intellectual curiosity, and a love of learning in a warm, nurturing environment. Director Jennifer Lee and her caring staff are consistently highlighted for their thoughtfulness, knowledge, and ability to support each child's individual learning style and personality. Multiple families report long-term academic and social benefits that extend well beyond their time at the school.

    Montessori curriculum implementationindependence and autonomy fosteredintellectual curiosity nurturedcaring and experienced staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Wellesley

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
7 daycares · 5 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wellesley zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
024825
5
4
024819
4.96
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wellesley (26–99 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wellesley based on parent reviews

Gan Elohim, Temple Beth Elohim Nursery School

4.8(20)

10 Bethel Rd, Wellesley, MA

Parents praise Temple Beth Elohim's nursery school for its warm, welcoming environment and excellent teaching staff. The facility is noted for its beautiful spaces, strong sense of community, and inclusive atmosphere that makes families feel at home.

Loving environmentbest teachersbeautiful facilities

Montessori Childrens House Of Wellesley

5(8)

10 Waban St, Unit 1, Wellesley, MA

Parents unanimously praise Montessori Children's House of Wellesley for fostering independence, intellectual curiosity, and a love of learning in a warm, nurturing environment. Director Jennifer Lee and her caring staff are consistently highlighted for their thoughtfulness, knowledge, and ability to support each child's individual learning style and personality. Multiple families report long-term academic and social benefits that extend well beyond their time at the school.

Montessori curriculum implementationindependence and autonomy fosteredintellectual curiosity nurtured

Together We Grow Preschool

5(4)

3 Pinevale Ave, Wellesley, MA

Parents highlight director Miss Lisa as a caring and experienced leader who fosters a loving, creative, and community-oriented atmosphere through a play-based curriculum. Reviewers note that the program effectively prepares children for kindergarten while emphasizing social development, emotional regulation, and outdoor exploration in beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces.

Director Miss Lisa's caring and patient leadershipplay-based curriculumstrong community feel among families

Wellesley College Child Study Center

5(2)

106 Central St, Wellesley, MA

Parents describe the center as a warm and joyful environment with thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces that support social-emotional growth. Reviewers highlight the highly educated teaching staff and the program's success in preparing children as confident, eager learners for kindergarten.

warm and joyful atmospherethoughtfully designed learning environmentshighly educated and trained teachers

Wellesley Community Children'S Center - Bates School

5(1)

116 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA

Wellesley Community Children'S Ctr.- Upham

5(1)

35 Wynnewood Rd, Wellesley, MA

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Daycare types in Wellesley

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 7

Daycare Centers in Wellesley, Massachusetts

There are 14 daycare centers in Wellesley, 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 Wellesley have an average rating of 4.98 out of 5 across 9 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 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wellesley, 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 Wellesley

Showing 14 results

Wellesley College Child Study Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe the center as a warm and joyful environment with thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces that support social-emotional growth. Reviewers highlight the highly educated teaching staff and the program's success in preparing children as confident, eager learners for kindergarten.

warm and joyful atmospherethoughtfully designed learning environmentshighly educated and trained teachers
Address
106 Central St, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 283-2694
Wellesley Community Children'S Center - Bates School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
116 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 603-5530
Wellesley Community Children'S Ctr.- Upham
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
35 Wynnewood Rd, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 235-1474
Wellesley Community Children'S Center-Sprague
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
401 School St, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 235-1474
Wellesley Community Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
106 Central St, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 235-7667
Together We Grow Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents highlight director Miss Lisa as a caring and experienced leader who fosters a loving, creative, and community-oriented atmosphere through a play-based curriculum. Reviewers note that the program effectively prepares children for kindergarten while emphasizing social development, emotional regulation, and outdoor exploration in beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces.

Director Miss Lisa's caring and patient leadershipplay-based curriculumstrong community feel among families
Address
3 Pinevale Ave, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 772-1321
Montessori Childrens House Of Wellesley
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents unanimously praise Montessori Children's House of Wellesley for fostering independence, intellectual curiosity, and a love of learning in a warm, nurturing environment. Director Jennifer Lee and her caring staff are consistently highlighted for their thoughtfulness, knowledge, and ability to support each child's individual learning style and personality. Multiple families report long-term academic and social benefits that extend well beyond their time at the school.

Montessori curriculum implementationindependence and autonomy fosteredintellectual curiosity nurtured
Address
10 Waban St, Unit 1, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 235-9439
Wellesley Community Children'S Center - Hardy School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
293 Weston Rd, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 603-5678
Gan Elohim, Temple Beth Elohim Nursery School
Church Daycare
4.8

Parents praise Temple Beth Elohim's nursery school for its warm, welcoming environment and excellent teaching staff. The facility is noted for its beautiful spaces, strong sense of community, and inclusive atmosphere that makes families feel at home.

Loving environmentbest teachersbeautiful facilities
Address
10 Bethel Rd, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 235-8419
Bright Horizon At Wellesley
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons at Wellesley as an exceptional center with highly attentive, nurturing teachers and strong leadership. The facility is noted for its enriching curriculum, excellent communication, and family-oriented environment that supports each child's individual development. Multiple families report feeling complete trust and peace of mind with their children's care.

Experienced and caring teachers with long tenureDirector Amy's leadership and warmthexcellent communication with detailed daily updates
Address
60 William St, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 304-8140
Wellesley Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
79 Denton Rd, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 237-6670
Elmwood Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
42 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 237-5806
Wccc @ Schofield School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
27 Cedar St, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 603-5530
Wccc After School Program - Fiske School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
45 Hastings St, Wellesley, MA
Phone
(781) 235-1474

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Frequently asked questions

There are 14 all daycares in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Wellesley have an average Google rating of 4.98 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wellesley, 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
Wellesley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Wellesley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wellesley 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.