9 Daycare Centers in West Roxbury, Massachusetts
Browse all 9 daycare centers in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in West 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.
- 1The Light House Early Learning Center4.39 score4.6(9)
222 Spring Street, West Roxbury, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 44 children
The Lighthouse Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and nurturing environment across all age groups. One parent raised concerns about staffing levels, breakfast policies, and director management practices. Overall, the facility is highly recommended by the vast majority of reviewers.
attentive and nurturing teachersstrong director leadershipexcellent communication with parentsBrightwheel app updates - 2Ohrenberger Community Preschool And After School4.38 score4.5(15)
175 W Boundary Rd, West Roxbury, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 76 children
Parents consistently praise Ohrenberger Community Preschool and After School as a great environment with friendly staff and engaging activities. The school is recommended for children K-8, with parents highlighting the positive community atmosphere and educational experience.
Great teachersfriendly staffpositive environmentengaging workshops and activities - 3Children'S Happy Day School4.37 score4.6(8)
5 Charles Park Road, West Roxbury, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 85 children
Children's Happy Day School in West Roxbury receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and nurturing environment that prepares children well for elementary school. One parent reported concerns about the director's management style and classroom practices that didn't align with their expectations.
Warm and caring environmentprofessional and developmentally appropriate curriculumdedicated and loving staffexcellent preparation for elementary school - 4Small Wonders4.33 score4.5(10)
1716 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Small Wonders offers diverse programming for toddlers and children with generally positive feedback about staff quality and facility cleanliness. Parents praise the toddler activities, after-school programs, and sports offerings like basketball. However, some note inconsistent gym hours and lack of instruction in certain classes.
Excellent staffgreat toddler programmingaffordable programsafter-school activities and amenities (Xbox - 5Ymca Of Greater Boston @ The Lyndon K8 School4.24 score4.3(20)
20 Mount Vernon Street, West Roxbury, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 52 children
This YMCA location in West Roxbury receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its facilities, staff, and community atmosphere. Parents and members highlight excellent cleanliness, well-maintained equipment, attentive staff, and quality programming including swimming and fitness classes. The facility is described as a welcoming community center with responsive management.
Excellent staffclean facilitiesswimming poolmodern equipment - 6Kids Club Childcare And Preschool Center INC4.07 score4.1(14)
01208 Vfw Parkway, West Roxbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children
Parents consistently praise Kids Club as a warm, family-like environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple reviewers highlight caring teachers, strong learning programs, and welcoming owners who ease transition concerns. Children reportedly love attending and form lasting bonds with staff and peers.
Caring and loving teacherswarm family atmospherestrong academic preparationspacious classrooms
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Highest rated daycares in West Roxbury based on parent reviews
The Light House Early Learning Center
222 Spring Street, West Roxbury, MA
The Lighthouse Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and nurturing environment across all age groups. One parent raised concerns about staffing levels, breakfast policies, and director management practices. Overall, the facility is highly recommended by the vast majority of reviewers.
Ohrenberger Community Preschool And After School
175 W Boundary Rd, West Roxbury, MA
Parents consistently praise Ohrenberger Community Preschool and After School as a great environment with friendly staff and engaging activities. The school is recommended for children K-8, with parents highlighting the positive community atmosphere and educational experience.
Willow Path Childcare
7 Vfw Parkway, West Roxbury, MA
Children'S Happy Day School
5 Charles Park Road, West Roxbury, MA
Children's Happy Day School in West Roxbury receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and nurturing environment that prepares children well for elementary school. One parent reported concerns about the director's management style and classroom practices that didn't align with their expectations.
Small Wonders
1716 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA
Small Wonders offers diverse programming for toddlers and children with generally positive feedback about staff quality and facility cleanliness. Parents praise the toddler activities, after-school programs, and sports offerings like basketball. However, some note inconsistent gym hours and lack of instruction in certain classes.
Ymca Of Greater Boston @ The Lyndon K8 School
20 Mount Vernon Street, West Roxbury, MA
This YMCA location in West Roxbury receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its facilities, staff, and community atmosphere. Parents and members highlight excellent cleanliness, well-maintained equipment, attentive staff, and quality programming including swimming and fitness classes. The facility is described as a welcoming community center with responsive management.
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Daycare Centers in West Roxbury, Massachusetts
There are 9 daycare centers in West Roxbury, 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 West Roxbury, 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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- Address
- 7 Vfw Parkway, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 325-4300
Children's Happy Day School in West Roxbury receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and nurturing environment that prepares children well for elementary school. One parent reported concerns about the director's management style and classroom practices that didn't align with their expectations.
- Address
- 5 Charles Park Road, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 325-0606
The Lighthouse Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and nurturing environment across all age groups. One parent raised concerns about staffing levels, breakfast policies, and director management practices. Overall, the facility is highly recommended by the vast majority of reviewers.
- Address
- 222 Spring Street, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 787-3000
Parents consistently praise Ohrenberger Community Preschool and After School as a great environment with friendly staff and engaging activities. The school is recommended for children K-8, with parents highlighting the positive community atmosphere and educational experience.
- Address
- 175 W Boundary Rd, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 635-5183
Small Wonders offers diverse programming for toddlers and children with generally positive feedback about staff quality and facility cleanliness. Parents praise the toddler activities, after-school programs, and sports offerings like basketball. However, some note inconsistent gym hours and lack of instruction in certain classes.
- Address
- 1716 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 635-3479
This YMCA location in West Roxbury receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its facilities, staff, and community atmosphere. Parents and members highlight excellent cleanliness, well-maintained equipment, attentive staff, and quality programming including swimming and fitness classes. The facility is described as a welcoming community center with responsive management.
- Address
- 20 Mount Vernon Street, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 861-7824
Parents consistently praise Kids Club as a warm, family-like environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple reviewers highlight caring teachers, strong learning programs, and welcoming owners who ease transition concerns. Children reportedly love attending and form lasting bonds with staff and peers.
- Address
- 01208 Vfw Parkway, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 363-0090
- Address
- 120 Corey Street, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 325-2233
- Address
- 146 Spring Street, West Roxbury, MA
- Phone
- (617) 469-4909
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