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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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The School For Early Excellence
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise The School for Early Excellence as a warm, welcoming preschool with caring and invested teachers. The program emphasizes play-based learning, enrichment activities, and community engagement through monthly events and family outings. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report strong preparation for kindergarten and positive social-emotional development.

Caring and professional teacherswarm welcoming atmosphereplay-based hands-on learning
Address
56 Middlesex Tpke, Ste 225, Burlington, MA
Phone
(781) 605-8230
My Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

My Creative Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the Montessori-based curriculum and dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Sue and Ms. Chi. Parents report significant academic progress, strong social-emotional development, and cleanliness, with many children advancing ahead of their age level before kindergarten.

Montessori curriculumacademic advancementsocial skills development
Address
41 Tyler Street, Lawrence, MA
Phone
(978) 609-1154
Franklin Children'S School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
900 Chestnut St, Franklin, MA
Phone
(508) 528-9378
Owl Moon Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
383 South Orleans Road, Brewster, MA
Phone
(508) 240-3500 EXT 1128
Baby To Boomer Therapies Aftercare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4 Railroad Ave, Bedford, MA
Phone
(781) 325-8514
Children'S Own School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
86 Main St, Winchester, MA
Phone
(781) 729-2689
Technology Children'S Center @ Stata
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
32 Vassar St, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 253-1482
The Morse Preschool And Morse After School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
40 Granite St, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 349-4485
Cambridgeport Children'S Center - Tot Lot
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
65r Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 868-4275
Pine Village Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
02067 Mass Ave, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 547-4700
The Learning Circle Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
657 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 492-6300
Children'S Center Of Lexington
Church Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Children's Center of Lexington for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated teachers who tailor activities to individual child development. The play-based curriculum, strong teacher retention, sense of community, and excellent facilities create an engaging space where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and attentive teachersplay-based curriculumteacher retention and stability
Address
01580 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA
Phone
(781) 861-9370
The Billy Dalwin Pre-School Of Temple Emunah
Church Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Billy Dalwin Preschool for exceptional teachers who are warm, patient, and attuned to individual children's needs. The program emphasizes outdoor exploration, creative play, and developmental growth in a nurturing, inclusive community environment. Families report high child satisfaction and feeling supported as part of a close-knit village.

Exceptionalpassionate teachersWarm and inclusive community
Address
9 Piper Rd, Lexington, MA
Phone
(781) 861-0708
Waltham Day Care Center
Church Daycare
5

Waltham Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the genuine care and individual attention caregivers provide to each child. Parents report positive long-term experiences, with children developing a love of learning in a nurturing environment. The facility is described as the best daycare option in the Waltham area.

Caring and loving staffindividualized approach to each childfosters love of learning
Address
50 Church Street, Waltham, MA
Phone
(781) 899-0531
Presbyterian Church Nursery School
Church Daycare
5

Presbyterian Church Nursery School in Newton receives consistently high praise from parents. They commend the warm, patient, and knowledgeable teachers, the nurturing environment that helps children feel safe and loved, and the strong preparation for kindergarten through play-based and Montessori-style learning. Parents also highlight the school's emphasis on spiritual and social values like kindness, respect, and problem-solving.

Caring and patient teachersnurturi
Address
75 Vernon St, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 332-9255 EXT 1
Parkside Preschool INC.
Church Daycare
5
Address
474 Centre Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 965-7867
Bowen Cooperative Nursery School
Church Daycare
5
Address
96 Otis Street, Newtonville, MA
Phone
(617) 332-3923
Countryside Children'S Center
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
191 Dedham Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 964-6958
Countryside Children'S Center At Upper Falls
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
45 Pettee St, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 965-6434
Upper Falls Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
45 Pettee Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 332-6488
Jewish Creative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Jewish Creative Preschool in Newton receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the nurturing, attentive staff and Reggio Emilia/Montessori-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, strong sense of community, Jewish integration, and excellent communication through the Brightwheel app with daily photos and updates.

Nurturing and attentive teacherssmall class sizes with individualized attentionReggio Emilia and Montessori approaches
Address
349 Dedham Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 244-1200
Little Flyers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Flyers Learning Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and accommodating owner Cher, attentive teachers, strong child development, excellent communication, and clean, well-organized facilities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show significant academic and personal growth.

Caring and accommodating ownerinvested and patient teachersstrong academic and personal development
Address
691 Broadway, Raynham, MA
Phone
(508) 967-7602
Little Panda Early Learning And Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Panda Early Learning and Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on its caring and attentive staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong Mandarin language immersion program. Parents highlight the center's special enrichment activities, professional operations, and the emotional bonds their children develop with teachers.

caring and attentive staffclean facilitiesorganized environment
Address
285 Tremont Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 423-0500
Little Sprout Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Sprout Academy receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing teachers and owners who genuinely invest in each child's development. Parents highlight the balanced approach to education that combines academics with creative play, outdoor activities, and social-emotional growth, while also appreciating the homemade, healthy meals provided daily.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic
Address
435 North Main Street, Sharon, MA
Phone
(781) 690-1759
Ready Set Kids Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Ready Set Kids is highly rated by parents across multiple programs including afterschool care, preschool, summer camp, and enrichment classes. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, low turnover, engaging curriculum, and strong sense of community. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in their care.

Warm and caring stafflow staff turnoverindividualized attention to children
Address
284 Broadway, Arlington, MA
Phone
(781) 646-3824
Curious Kids Child Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Curious Kids Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as warm, caring, and genuinely invested in children's development. Parents highlight the clean facility, structured learning activities, daily photo updates via app, and strong kindergarten preparation. One parent noted excellent programs but mentioned concerns about parking limitations and event timing.

Warm and caring staffclean facilitydaily photo updates and written feedback
Address
2 Coolidge St, Hudson, MA
Phone
(978) 562-3001
Knowledge Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Knowledge Beginnings in Maynard receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong communication, curriculum-based learning activities, and safe facility. Children are reported to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically at the center.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication between teachers and parentsstructured environment with consistency
Address
4 Mill And Main Place, Maynard, MA
Phone
(978) 461-6044
Miss Tanya'S Woodland School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Miss Tanya's Woodland School for its warm, nurturing environment and exceptional teachers who make children feel loved and special. The school is highlighted for its emphasis on outdoor play, hands-on activities, creative curriculum, and enrichment programs, with families noting excellent transitions for new students and strong academic preparation.

Caring and nurturing teachersoutdoor play emphasishands-on activities
Address
7 Washington St, Westborough, MA
Phone
(508) 366-5700
Quincy Ymca @ Bethel Church
Church Daycare
4.9

Quincy YMCA @ Bethel Church is a religious facility that receives consistently high praise from the community. Parents and congregation members highlight the welcoming, inclusive environment and the church's commitment to social justice, anti-racism, and serving vulnerable populations. The facility is noted for its genuine compassion, community care, and positive experiences with children's programs.

Welcoming and inclusive communityanti-racism commitmentLGBTQIA+
Address
41 Empire Street, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 481-4477
St Luke'S Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

Reviews consistently praise St. Luke's Lutheran Preschool as a welcoming and caring faith community with strong pastoral leadership and traditional worship practices. Parents highlight the supportive congregation, Christ-centered theology, and sense of belonging. All reviews are from current or lifelong members expressing deep satisfaction with their experience.

Welcoming communitycaring environmentstrong pastoral leadership
Address
950 East St, Dedham, MA
Phone
(781) 326-1346

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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.