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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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Discovery Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Discovery Day in Plainville receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental growth they observe in their children. Families highlight smooth transitions to daycare, excellent communication through photos and updates, and a welcoming, safe environment.

Caring and competent staffeffective communication with parentschild development and learning progress
Address
25 Messenger Street, Plainville, MA
Phone
(508) 643-3399
Shaloh House Preschool & Kindergarten
Church Daycare
4.9

Parents consistently praise Shaloh House Preschool & Kindergarten as a warm, welcoming, and accepting environment. The facility is noted for its quality care, engaging activities, and kosher practices. Families report positive experiences with summer camp and overall satisfaction with the center.

Warm and welcoming atmosphereaccommodating staffengaging programs
Address
50 Ethyl Way, Stoughton, MA
Phone
(781) 344-6334
Self Help INC Stoughton Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.9

Parents overwhelmingly praise Self Help Inc Stoughton Head Start for its community support and helpful staff. The center is frequently mentioned for providing assistance to families, particularly during holidays. Staff are described as friendly, respectful, and caring toward children.

Friendly and respectful staffcommunity support programsholiday assistance and gifts
Address
76 Pierce Street, Stoughton, MA
Phone
(781) 344-4749
Little Children School House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Children Schoolhouse receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and warm, family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's thoughtful curriculum, engaging activities, and strong leadership. Families report their children thrived and formed lasting bonds with teachers, with many expressing sadness upon leaving.

Caring and experienced staff with long tenurewarm and nurturing environmentengaging
Address
306 Washington Street, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 734-5091
Corner Coop
Church Daycare
4.9

Corner Coop is a highly-regarded parent cooperative nursery school in Brookline that emphasizes play-based learning, outdoor activities, and community involvement. Parents consistently praise the dedicated, stable teaching staff, flexible scheduling, and the strong sense of family and support that extends beyond the classroom. The school is noted for fostering children's creativity, social skills, and confidence while creating meaningful connections among families.

Play-based learning approachchild-led activitiesdedicated and compassionate teachers
Address
01773 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 738-4631
Kehillath Israel Nursery School
Church Daycare
4.9

Reviews are not applicable to this facility as listed. The reviews provided are for Kehillath Israel synagogue, not for its nursery school program. Reviewers praise the synagogue's welcoming community, rabbinical leadership, and facilities rather than daycare services.

Welcoming and friendly staffwarm community atmosphereexperienced rabbinical leadership
Address
384 Harvard St, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 731-9006
Haverhill Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Haverhill Day Care Center for its caring, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Staff demonstrate genuine dedication through long tenure, personalized attention, and willingness to go above and beyond for families. Children reportedly transition well to kindergarten and form lasting friendships while enjoying quality meals and engaging educational activities.

Loving and nurturing staffstrong academic and social preparation for kindergartenorganized programs
Address
367 S Main St, Bradford, MA
Phone
(978) 372-3901
Next Generation Children'S Center Of Beverly, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise NGCC Beverly as an excellent, well-run daycare with nurturing and stimulating environments across all age groups. Families highlight the caring and educated staff, strong curriculum, convenient services, and smooth transitions. Many families have remained for multiple years and multiple children.

Experienced and passionate teacherssafe and enriching environmentallergy/food safety protocols
Address
232 Essex Street, Beverly, MA
Phone
(978) 202-4100
Next Generation Children'S Center Of Andover, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Next Generation Children's Center for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated staff who treat children like family. The center is noted for strong academic curriculum, excellent communication with parents, and child development across emotional, social, and intellectual areas. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting parent satisfaction with care quality and staff professionalism.

Warm and nurturing environmenthighly dedicated and professional staffstrong academic curriculum
Address
516 So. Main Street, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 475-8010
Abcd Early Headstart
Headstart Programs
4.9

ABCD Early Headstart in Dorchester receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring and friendly staff, strong teacher-child relationships, healthy meals, and confident child development. The center has earned trust across multiple generations of families.

caring and attentive staffgood communication with parentshealthy food
Address
198 Geneva Avenue, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 929-6200
South Side Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.9

South Side Head Start in Roslindale receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the dedicated staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, administrators, and enrollment coordinators, and appreciate the educational opportunities and family engagement activities provided. The center is credited with supporting both children's development and parents' personal growth.

Caring and dedicated staffexperienced teacherssupportive administrators
Address
19 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA
Phone
(617) 327-1152
Pamet After-School (Truro Recreation)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise this playground facility as one of the best they've visited, featuring well-maintained nautical-themed equipment suitable for all ages from toddlers to older children. The space offers multiple play areas including a toddler section, climbing structures, swings, slides, and an adult workout area, with ample shaded seating and picnic tables throughout.

Beautiful and well-kept facilityage-appropriate sections for toddlers and older childrenwheelchair accessible equipment
Address
7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA
Phone
(508) 487-1632
U. S. Taekwondo Norwood
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

U.S. Taekwondo Norwood receives consistently high praise from parents for its skilled instructors and supportive learning environment. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's confidence, discipline, respect, and physical skills. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, welcoming community atmosphere, and the instructors' caring, personalized approach to teaching both martial arts and character development.

Skilled and patient instructorsimproved student confidence and communication skillsstrong emphasis on discipline and respect
Address
20 Broadway, Norwood, MA
Phone
(781) 856-1171
Salmon Centers For Early Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Salmon Centers for Early Education in Natick receives consistently high praise from parents who describe an overwhelmingly positive experience. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, structured yet nurturing environment, and strong leadership. The center is particularly noted for its unique intergenerational program connecting children with elderly residents at Whitney Place.

caring and genuine staffstrong leadership (Director Shirley and Assistant Director Ann Marie)safe and loving environment
Address
3 Vision Dr, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 651-9306
Garden Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Garden Cooperative Nursery School for its experienced, attentive teachers, play-based emergent curriculum, and strong emphasis on social-emotional development. The cooperative structure fosters an active, inclusive parent community where families feel welcomed and supported. Children are reported to be excited about attending and well-prepared for elementary school.

Experienced and professional teacherswarm and welcoming communityplay-based learning approach
Address
24a Farwell Place, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 354-4229
The Creative Kids Studio, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Creative Kids Studio in Newton, Massachusetts receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring teachers, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally in this warm, well-run environment.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong staff leadership (Inga and Alex)engaging activities (art
Address
49 Winchester Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 335-0085
Lees Taekwondo At Chicopee
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Lee's Taekwondo at Chicopee is a highly-rated after-school and summer camp program that combines academics, martial arts training, and recreational activities. Parents consistently praise the friendly and professional staff, clean facility, strong communication, and individualized care for children. The program is noted as reliable and engaging, with many children developing a genuine love for attending.

Friendly and caring staffclean and organized facilitystrong parent communication
Address
82 Main St., Chicopee, MA
Phone
(413) 331-3363
Little Children Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Children Schoolhouse receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the genuinely caring and experienced teaching staff, warm family-like atmosphere, and thoughtful curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the center's leadership, particularly Gladys, and note that children thrive in the well-designed, nurturing environment. Families express deep satisfaction and sadness upon leaving the center.

Caring and experienced staff with long tenurewarm and nurturing environmentfamily-like atmosphere
Address
25 Holden Street, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 734-5092
First Path Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

First Path Day Care Center in Watertown receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the director Sasha's attentiveness and involvement, the caring and energetic teaching staff, personalized child care approach, and strong focus on love and emotional development alongside learning.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Sasha's involvement and knowledge of each childpersonalized approach to indiv
Address
25 Whites Ave, Watertown, MA
Phone
(617) 926-4690
Red Barn Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.9

Red Barn Nursery School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight its small, nurturing community environment and play-based curriculum that fosters curiosity and learning. Parents consistently commend the caring, supportive teachers and director, as well as the co-op model that allows parental involvement in their children's education. Multiple families report their children are eager to attend and show significant growth.

Play-based curriculumexcellent and caring teacherssupportive director
Address
724 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA
Phone
(781) 893-8020
Make Way For Ducklings
Church Daycare
4.9

Make Way for Ducklings receives unanimously positive feedback from parents whose children have attended since September 2025. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teaching staff, particularly Ms. Thona, for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth. The facility is commended for its individualized attention, strong communication with families, and engaging curriculum that prepares children for kind

Address
455 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 732-2182
Nonotuck Community School
Before or After School Daycare
4.9
Address
221 Riverside Dr, Florence, MA
Phone
(413) 586-5996
Cowlicks Pigtails Child Care Center Two
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Cowlicks & Pigtails Child Care Center Two in East Bridgewater receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff, strong communication, engaging activities, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple parents note smooth transitions and developmental growth for their children across all age groups.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication between teachers and parentsengaging and creative activities/projects
Address
392 Pleasant Street, East Bridgewater, MA
Phone
(508) 857-3711
Wee Little Munchkins LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Wee Little Munchkins is highly regarded by parents for its caring, dedicated staff who treat children as family members. Parents consistently praise the center's communication with families, engaging educational activities, and safe, nurturing environment across all age groups from infants through pre-K.

Attentive and caring staffstrong parent communication with daily photosage-appropriate educational activities and art projects
Address
26 Main Street, Lakeville, MA
Phone
(508) 946-0404
Cowlicks Pigtails Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Cowlicks & Pigtails Child Care Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, family-like atmosphere and exceptional staff. Parents highlight strong communication, engaging activities, and smooth transitions for children of all ages, from infants to kindergarten. The owner and teachers are noted for their dedication, accessibility, and individualized attention to each child's needs.

Warm and welcoming staffstrong parent-teacher communicationengaging and creative activities
Address
395 West Street, West Bridgewater, MA
Phone
(508) 559-0059
Little Folks Community Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
65 Trenton Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 569-0294
Gertrude E. Townsend Dorchester Headstart
Headstart Programs
4.9

Parents consistently praise Gertrude E. Townsend Dorchester Headstart as an excellent facility with caring, friendly staff who provide attentive care and healthy meals. One parent noted multi-generational enrollment, with family members attending for over 17 years. Children reportedly develop confidence and early communication skills.

Caring and friendly staffattentive to children's needshealthy food provided
Address
198 Geneva Ave, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 282-3625
Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Tender Loving Care Woburn for its warm, attentive staff who genuinely care for children's development and wellbeing. The facility is noted for engaging activities, regular communication with parents (including camera access), reasonable pricing, and a welcoming, family-like environment. All reviewers would recommend the center, with particular praise for director Michelle and the supportive enrollment process.

warm and caring staffattentive teachersengaging activities and learning opportunities
Address
23 Warren Ave, #180, Woburn, MA
Phone
(781) 281-2983
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
Above And Beyond
Church Daycare
4.9

Above and Beyond is a home health care agency (not a traditional daycare) that receives consistent praise for exceptional service quality and staff professionalism. Reviewers highlight responsive management, personable caregivers, and attentive care for elderly and vulnerable family members. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high satisfaction with the organization's commitment to individualized care.

Excellent cleaning and attention to detailResponsive and accommodating managementPersonable and professional staff
Address
64 Main St, Charlton, MA
Phone
(508) 248-4424

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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.