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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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Next Generation Childrens Center Of Westford, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NEXT GENERATION CHILDRENS CENTER OF WESTFORD consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the center's nurturing environment, professional staff, and strong leadership. Parents report their children have thrived developmentally and socially, with excellent communication and daily engagement between staff and families. The center is described as well-run, welcoming, and a standout compared to other daycare options.

Nurturing and caring environmentPro
Address
11 Powers Rd, Westford, MA
Phone
(978) 692-1030
Next Generation Childrens Center Of Westford, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NEXT GENERATION CHILDRENS CENTER OF WESTFORD receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, professional and caring staff, strong leadership, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. Families highlight the welcoming community atmosphere and reliable operations, even during challenging periods.

Professional and caring teachersnurturing environmentstrong leadership (Debbie
Address
9 Powers Rd, Westford, MA
Phone
(978) 692-1030
The Kiddie Lodge
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise First Circle Framingham for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-like environment. The center offers a well-designed curriculum with enrichment activities like music and yoga, and provides regular communication with families through photos and progress reports. Children are reported to be happy, confident, and excited to attend.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm family-like atmosphereexperienced staff across all age groups
Address
27 Cherry St, Framingham, MA
Phone
(508) 875-4215
Mt. Calvary Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

Mt. Calvary Christian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring, stable staff, bright classrooms, flexible scheduling options, and welcoming Christian environment that accommodates families of all backgrounds.

Low teacher turnover with experienced staffbright and spacious classroomsfavorable teacher-to-student ratio
Address
472 Mass Ave, Acton, MA
Phone
(978) 263-0337
Little Sprouts - Wilmington
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Sprouts Wilmington receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, competent teachers and director, noting their children thrive in the center's structured yet creative learning environment. Families report feeling confident in their children's care and appreciate the regular communication and developmental progress.

Experienced and caring staff retained long-termstructured curriculum with creative activitiesregular photo updates and communication
Address
310 Lowell St, Wilmington, MA
Phone
(978) 658-2680
Ymca Asc @ North Beverly Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Parents consistently praise the YMCA ASC @ North Beverly Elementary School for its welcoming staff, clean facilities, and diverse programming for children and families. The center is noted for engaging outdoor activities, excellent swim classes, and a strong sense of community. Multiple reviewers highlight the staff's warmth, professionalism, and dedication to creating safe, memorable experiences for children.

Friendly and welcoming staffengaging outdoor activitiesexcellent swim classes
Address
254 Essex Street, Beverly, MA
Phone
(978) 922-0990
Iba'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

IBA's Preschool receives unanimous 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and bilingual learning environment. Parents highlight the center's exceptional support for children with special needs, strong curriculum, and affordability, with children showing enthusiasm for attending daily.

Caring and compassionate staffbilingual education (English/Spanish)strong academic curriculum
Address
85 West Newton Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 927-1741
Nazareth Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
19 Saint Joseph Street, Jamaica Plain, MA
Phone
(617) 522-4040
Cape Cod Conservatory Of Music & Arts Preschool At West Barnstable
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise the Cape Cod Conservatory of Music & Arts Preschool for its exceptional music programs, talented instructors, and high-quality performances. Reviews highlight the preschool program specifically, noting amazing teachers and a welcoming environment for both children and adults.

Outstanding music instructiontalented teachers (especially Rosemarie)excellent orchestra and performances
Address
2235 Iyannough Rd, West Barnstable, MA
Phone
(508) 362-2772
The Children'S Workshop
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise THE CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP (Cadence Academy) for its nurturing, supportive environment and strong staff. Reviews highlight excellent teacher-student relationships, structured curriculum, clear parent communication, and provided meals. Children are described as thriving academically and socially.

Caring and attentive teachersoutstanding curriculumstrong leadership
Address
884 Washington St, Norwood, MA
Phone
(781) 769-2363
Next Generation Childrens Center Of Walpole, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise NGCC Walpole for its dedicated, caring staff and strong management team. Children thrive academically and socially across all age groups, with families appreciating the clean facilities, comprehensive curriculum, daily communication, and provided meals. The center is noted for going above and beyond in accommodating special needs and maintaining safety protocols.

Warm and caring staffdedicated teachersresponsive management
Address
4 Shaker Ln, Walpole, MA
Phone
(508) 505-2018
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
A To Z Child Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise A to Z Child Care and Preschool for its caring staff, strong educational programming, and supportive environment. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with smooth transitions to kindergarten. The center is noted for responsive management, community engagement, and thoughtful individual attention to each child.

Caring and patient teachersstrong language and communication developmentsmooth school transitions
Address
126 Gould St, Needham, MA
Phone
(781) 444-6541
Tiny World Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Tiny World for its warm, family-like environment and caring, invested teachers. The bilingual Spanish curriculum, small non-corporate setting, and focus on individual child development are frequently highlighted. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and feel safe, happy, and well-prepared for school.

Loving and attentive teachersresponsive directorbilingual Spanish instruction
Address
1609 Beacon St, Brookline, MA
Phone
(781) 249-3922
Campus Kinder Haus
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Parents consistently praise Campus Kinder Haus for its caring, loving staff and strong educational foundation. Students are described as well-prepared academically and socially, with the school creating a nurturing environment that families consider an extension of their own.

Caring and loving staffstrong academic foundationsocial development
Address
162 Old Colony Avenue, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 328-5530
The Centre School And Childcare
Church Daycare
4.8

The Centre School receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, skilled teachers and engaging curriculum. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, strong academic preparation, and creative activities that support children's development from toddlerhood through kindergarten readiness. The school is commended for excellent communication with parents and strong safety protocols.

Caring and skilled teachersengaging curriculumsafe environment
Address
505 Canton Avenue, Milton, MA
Phone
(617) 696-0765
Leap School At Concord
Church Daycare
4.8

LEAP School at Concord is a highly-regarded religious preschool where parents report consistently positive experiences. Children are described as excited and thriving, with parents praising the warm, knowledgeable teachers, thoughtful curriculum, and excellent communication through regular updates.

Caring and experienced teachers with low staff turnoverbook-based monthly curriculum promoting literacy and skill developmentsmall class sizes
Address
54 Walden St, Concord, MA
Phone
(978) 287-0860
Little Theatre Nursery And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Little Theatre Nursery and Kindergarten in Lynn, Massachusetts receives consistently high praise from parents for its small class sizes, nurturing environment, and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the director's genuine commitment to each child's growth, strong academic instruction, and integration of music and cultural learning. Children reportedly feel safe, loved, and develop confidence while building lasting friendships.

Small class sizescaring and attentive
Address
503 Lynnfield St, Lynn, MA
Phone
(781) 595-3487
Bethlehem School Of St. Paul'S Episcopal Church
Church Daycare
4.8

NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for St. Paul's Episcopal Church, not the daycare program. Based on available reviews, the church is highly rated (5/5 stars) for its welcoming community, compassionate leadership, and quality music program. No specific daycare reviews were found.

Welcoming and friendly communitycompassionate pastoral leadershipquality music program
Address
127 Summer St, Lynnfield, MA
Phone
(781) 334-6436
The Preschool At Temple Emanuel
Church Daycare
4.8

The Preschool at Temple Emanuel in Andover receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming community atmosphere and describe it as the best preschool around. The facility is part of a family-oriented Reform synagogue with an engaged rabbi and active congregation.

warm and welcoming atmospherestrong communityexcellent preschool program
Address
7 Haggetts Pond Rd, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 470-1563
The Pentucket Workshop
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Pentucket Workshop receives consistently high praise from parents whose children attend or have attended the center. Parents highlight the school's strong focus on social-emotional development, kind and attentive staff, and successful preparation for kindergarten. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and form meaningful friendships.

kind and attentive teacherslow staff-to-child ratiofocus on social-emotional learning
Address
161 West Main Street, Georgetown, MA
Phone
(978) 352-2398
Sterling Enrichment And After The Bell
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Sterling Enrichment and After the Bell, located at the Greater Beverly YMCA, receives exceptional ratings from parents. Reviews highlight outstanding staff engagement, diverse programming for all ages, and excellent facility maintenance. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, active outdoor experiences, and community-oriented approach.

Friendly and engaging staffclean well-maintained facilitiesexcellent swim classes
Address
254 Essex St, Beverly, MA
Phone
(978) 927-6855 EXT 130
Fox Hill School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Fox Hill School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with eight 5-star reviews praising the nurturing environment, passionate teachers, and excellent kindergarten preparation. One 3-star review from 2022 described a negative experience involving the abrupt termination of twin boys after two half-days, citing lack of communication from the school.

Caring and passionate teacherscreativity and independence encouragedstrong kindergarten readiness program
Address
81 Water St, Danvers, MA
Phone
(978) 777-0015
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Boston At South Boston
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Boys and Girls Clubs of South Boston receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most reviewers praising the facility, staff, and variety of programs for children ages 6 and up. However, one parent reported significant concerns about enrollment processes, staff dismissiveness, and inadequate handling of behavioral and safety issues.

Excellent staffvariety of programsnew facility
Address
230 West Sixth Street, South Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 516-5456
Infants And Other People
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Infants and Other People as an excellent childcare option with caring, fantastic staff. Families report their children love attending and are doing well. The center implemented strong health protocols during the pandemic.

Caring and fantastic staffchildren happy and thrivingwelcoming environment
Address
464 Tremont Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 482-9464
Spruce Street Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Spruce Street Nursery School for its warm, nurturing environment and caring, creative teachers. Families highlight the strong sense of community, flexible extended hours, and exceptional care that makes children feel comfortable and loved. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and socially, with many enrolling younger siblings.

Loving and caring teacherscreative learning activitiesstrong parent community
Address
5 Avery Place, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 482-5252
Access Enrichment Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
244 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 426-1070
Allston Brighton St. Gabriel'S Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.8
Address
149 Washington Street, Brighton, MA
Phone
(617) 783-5646
Irene O'Connell Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise the Irene O'Connell Center for its caring and kind staff who are particularly supportive with children who have experienced trauma. The facility offers engaging activities including animal interactions and hosts community events. However, one parent noted that the school building is outdated and needs renovation.

Kind and caring stafftrauma-informed careengaging activities
Address
65 Nahant Avenue, Revere, MA
Phone
(781) 289-9065
Honey Tree Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
645 Locust St, Raynham, MA
Phone
(508) 823-5611

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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.