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2,166 Daycare Centers in Massachusetts

Browse 2,166 daycare centers across Massachusetts. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Massachusetts

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Massachusetts can make the decision-making process smoother.

Massachusetts has about 2,166 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Massachusetts. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Massachusetts

There are 2,166 daycares in Massachusetts: 81 headstart facilities, 515 before/after school centers, 256 religious facility daycares, and 1,314 childcare and preschool centers.

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Stepping Stones Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
226 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown, MA
Phone
(617) 744-5447
Rockland Montessori Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
44 Dexter St, Malden, MA
Phone
(781) 322-3330
Boxboro Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
726 Massachusetts Ave., Boxboro, MA
Phone
(978) 263-9803
Bigelow Cooperative Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Bigelow Cooperative Day Care Center for its Reggio Emilia-inspired, play-based approach to education with highly engaged and creative teachers. The facility features excellent indoor and outdoor spaces, including a large private playground with nature exploration opportunities. Parents also highlight the strong sense of community fostered by the cooperative model.

Creative and engaged teacherschild-led learning approachspacious indoor gross motor play area
Address
44 Park Street, Somerville, MA
Phone
(617) 623-5400
Winchester Cooperative Nursery
Church Daycare
5
Address
478 Main Street, Winchester, MA
Phone
(781) 729-2003
Parents Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents' Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star praise for its experienced, caring teachers, play-based curriculum, and strong community atmosphere. The school's unique architectural design featuring an indoor-outdoor garage door space and parent co-op component are frequently highlighted as standout features that foster genuine connections among families.

Experienced and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumcreative and collaborative learning environment
Address
117 Cushing Street, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 864-3913
Kids-N-Cribs Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
01807 Bridge St., Dracut, MA
Phone
(978) 452-7022
Sudbury Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
142 North Rd, Ste Q, Sudbury, MA
Phone
(978) 369-4045
Cambridge Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Cambridge Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its warm, play-based learning environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight the school's strong sense of community, beautiful physical space with excellent outdoor areas, and cooperative structure that allows family involvement in their children's education.

Experienced and long-tenured staffwarm and nurturing environmentplay-based curriculum
Address
6 Hillside Place, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 547-7288
Casa Esme Bilingual Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Casa Esme Bilingual Nursery School in Arlington receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise it as a loving, family-like environment with dedicated Spanish-speaking teachers. Parents consistently highlight the bilingual curriculum, daily outdoor activities, clean facilities, strong community feel, and excellent child care quality across all age groups from infants through pre-K.

caring and dedicated teachersbilingual Spanish instructiondaily outdoor play
Address
152 Mass Ave, Arlington, MA
Phone
(781) 643-0055
Framingham State University Early Childhood Center
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise this nature-based preschool for its unique outdoor-focused programming, caring leadership, and supportive environment. The center receives high marks for staff quality, daily communication with parents, and child-centered approach. Children reportedly transition well and enjoy their time at the center.

Nature-based curriculumoutdoor explorationNAEYC accredited
Address
2 Church St, Framingham, MA
Phone
(508) 626-4084
Lincoln Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
51 Sandy Pond, P.O. Box 6075, Lincoln, MA
Phone
(781) 259-8866
Milldam Nursery School
Church Daycare
5
Address
20 Lexington Rd, Concord, MA
Phone
(978) 369-4048
Happy Hours Preschool / Discovery Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
169 Pleasant St, Marlborough, MA
Phone
(508) 485-4912
The Cottage Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
197 Union St, Marlborough, MA
Phone
(508) 485-2054
Woburn Creative Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
470 Wildwood Ave, Woburn, MA
Phone
(781) 932-9578
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
Central Cooperative Nursery School
Church Daycare
5
Address
1 Worthen St, Chelmsford, MA
Phone
(978) 256-3033
Klub Kid Too Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
160 Turnpike Rd, Chelmsford, MA
Phone
(978) 256-6783
Dracut Children'S Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
891 Methuen St, Dracut, MA
Phone
(978) 970-1919
Little Angels Daycare Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
90 Arlington St., Dracut, MA
Phone
(978) 458-8333
Maple Village Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
518 Main St., Dunstable, MA
Phone
(978) 649-9680
Kid Connection/Wrap Ask
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
263 Main St, Winchester, MA
Phone
(781) 721-7125
Children'S Cooperative Nursery School
Church Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Children's Cooperative Nursery School as a nurturing, play-based preschool with experienced and caring teachers. The facility is noted for its strong parent community involvement, natural outdoor play space, and individualized approach to child development. Multiple reviewers report their children thrived academically and socially, with lasting friendships and enthusiasm for learning.

Experienced and creative teachersplay-based curriculumparent involvement in classrooms
Address
848 Beacon Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 527-8539
Echo Falls Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Echo Falls Preschool in Newton, Massachusetts receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise its experienced leadership, nurturing environment, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Parents consistently highlight the mixed-age classroom model, structured yet play-based curriculum, and the caring, knowledgeable teaching staff led by director Jennifer.

experienced director with 30+ years in early childhood educationwarm and nurturing environmentsmall class sizes with individualized attention
Address
545 Grove Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 965-3606
Second Church Nursery School
Church Daycare
5
Address
60 Highland St, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 527-4770
Ayer Kiddie Depot
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
33 Shirley St, Ayer, MA
Phone
(978) 772-6844
Apple Seeds Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
18 Lomar Park, Pepperell, MA
Phone
(978) 877-8600
The Learning Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5 Andover Rd, Billerica, MA
Phone
(978) 667-4156
Chelmsford Children'S Learning Center - Springboard School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
72 Boston Rd, Chelmsford, MA
Phone
(978) 256-1111

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2,166 all daycares across Massachusetts. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Massachusetts are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Massachusetts's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Massachusetts, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Massachusetts sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Massachusetts vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.