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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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Wollaston Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Wollaston Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with praise for friendly and professional staff, excellent curriculum, and strong safety protocols. Parents highlight the center's exceptional allergy management, structured routines, good teacher-to-student ratios, and detailed daily communication. One parent noted a negative experience with call operator service.

Friendly and professional staffexcellent curriculumstructured routines
Address
47 Weston Avenue, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 773-7217
A Childs View Early Learning Center IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
618 Washington Street, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 773-5437
Quincy After School @ Squantum
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Quincy After School @ Squantum receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and accommodating staff. Parents highlight the program's combination of fun activities, educational content, and structured environment. The facility has successfully served families for multiple years across multiple grade levels.

caring and amazing staffeducational activitiesfun activities and field trips
Address
50 Huckins Avenue, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 770-4466
Toddler Tech Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Toddler Tech Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and attentive teachers. Parents highlight reasonable pricing, convenient location, and strong teacher-child relationships. However, one parent reported frustration with a last-minute tour cancellation.

Warm and nurturing environmentkind and knowledgeable directorattentive and lovely teachers
Address
93 Holbrook Rd, North Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 770-2245
Quincy After School @ Parker School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Quincy After School @ Parker School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and dedicated staff who provide engaging activities and educational enrichment. Parents appreciate the safe, structured environment and the strong bonds formed between staff and children. One parent noted mixed experiences but indicated positives outweighed negatives.

caring and accommodating staffeducational activitiesfun field trips and events
Address
148 Billings Road, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 471-9918
Quincy After School @ Montclair School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents consistently praise QUINCY AFTER SCHOOL @ MONTCLAIR SCHOOL for its caring, attentive staff and well-structured programming. Children benefit from engaging activities, educational components, field trips, and individualized attention to their needs. Families report high satisfaction across multiple years of enrollment.

Caring and accommodating staffstrong staff-child relationshipsfun activities and field trips
Address
8 Belmont Street, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 770-9752
Circle Time Preschool And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Circle Time Preschool receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, strong curriculum, and excellent communication, with children thriving academically and socially. However, two parents report the facility was unwilling to accommodate children with behavioral challenges or adjustment difficulties, resulting in dismissal and billing disputes.

Kind and caring staffclean facilitystrong academic and social curriculum
Address
457 Winthrop Street, Taunton, MA
Phone
(508) 386-2770
Froggys Play School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Froggy's Play School for its bright, clean, welcoming environment and attentive, caring staff. Children reportedly transition well and show enthusiasm about attending daily. The center is noted for bilingual instruction, structured curriculum, daily communication with parents, and special events like graduations and birthday parties.

Bright and colorful facilityfriendly and welcoming staffbilingual (English/Spanish) instruction
Address
717 South Main St., Bradford, MA
Phone
(978) 377-7721
Miss Rinas Little Rascals
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Miss Rina's Little Rascals receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's dedication, care, and educational approach. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about safety protocols, including a food allergy incident and improper EpiPen storage, along with poor management response.

Caring and patient stafffamily-like environmentchild development and learning outcomes
Address
10 Bennett Hgwy, Saugus, MA
Phone
(781) 727-1449
Early Childhood School Of Georgetown
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Early Childhood School of Georgetown for its warm, caring environment and experienced staff with low turnover. The school is recognized for its play-based learning approach, strong social-emotional development, and clean, safe facilities. One family noted it wasn't the right fit for their child transitioning from Montessori, but appreciated the staff's care and the owner's responsiveness to concerns.

Nurturing and experienced teacherslow staff turnoverplay-based learning with social-emotional focus
Address
42 E Main St, Georgetown, MA
Phone
(978) 352-4900
North Suburban Jewish Community Center
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
240 Lynnfield St, Peabody, MA
Phone
(978) 471-5520
Little Sprouts So. End
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Sprouts South End receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring and attentive teaching staff, strong management, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving across all age groups from infants to preschoolers. The center is particularly noted for its support of families with special needs, multilingual capabilities, and effective communication with parents.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong director and managementclean facilities
Address
160 East Berkeley Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(857) 263-7946
Ymca Of Greater Boston At The King K-8 School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

This YMCA location in Dorchester receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.3/5 rating. Reviews highlight excellent facilities, cleanliness, attentive staff, and strong community atmosphere, though some members note the gym lacks a traditional heavy-lifting environment.

Swimming poolmodern equipmentexcellent staff
Address
77 Lawrence Avenue, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 635-8212
South Boston Head Start @ West Broadway
Headstart Programs
4.3

Parents consistently praise South Boston Head Start @ West Broadway for its caring, dedicated staff and supportive environment for young children. The center offers comprehensive services including daycare, parenting classes, and community support programs. Staff members like Miss Cathy, Miss Megan, and director Maritza are noted for their genuine care and engagement with children.

Caring and dedicated teachersconvenient location with parkingfriendly and accommodating staff
Address
424 West Broadway, South Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 269-5160
Acorn Center For Early Education /Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
38 Ash Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 635-5129 EXT 1013
Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Everett Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

This YMCA facility receives consistently high ratings from members who praise its cleanliness, modern equipment, and attentive staff. Members highlight the swimming pool, fitness classes, and welcoming community atmosphere as key strengths. One reviewer noted the facility feels more oriented toward casual fitness and seniors rather than serious weightlifters.

Clean and well-organized facilityexcellent staff and instructorsswimming pool
Address
71 Pleasant Street, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 571-2566
Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Winthrop Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

This YMCA location in Dorchester receives consistently high ratings (mostly 5/5 stars) with praise for facilities, cleanliness, and staff attentiveness. Reviews highlight excellent swimming pools, modern equipment, diverse fitness classes, and strong community atmosphere. Most reviewers are long-term members who appreciate the facility's continuous improvements and welcoming environment.

Swimming poolmodern equipmentclean and well-organized facility
Address
35 Brookford Street, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 635-8379
Ymca Of Greater Boston Children'S Center At Bremen Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews are predominantly positive with a 4.3/5 rating. However, most reviews appear to focus on the YMCA facility itself rather than the children's center specifically. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, staff attentiveness, swimming pool, and community atmosphere.

Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and supportive staffexcellent communication with families
Address
215 Breman Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 418-8332
Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Adams Elementrary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

This YMCA location in East Boston receives consistently high ratings, with parents praising the facility's cleanliness, modern equipment, and attentive staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, active COVID-19 safety measures, and a strong sense of community. The swimming pool and diverse fitness classes are frequently mentioned as standout features.

Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and helpful staffswimming pool
Address
165 Webster Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 913-0200
Ymca Of Greater Boston @ The Lyndon K8 School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

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 pool
Address
20 Mount Vernon Street, West Roxbury, MA
Phone
(617) 861-7824
Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Oak Square Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This YMCA facility receives mostly positive feedback for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and affordable pricing. Members appreciate the variety of equipment, heated pool, and classes available. However, some concerns exist about facility maintenance issues, limited locker room showers, and scheduling conflicts for basketball court access.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffaffordable membership prices
Address
599 Washington St, Brighton, MA
Phone
(781) 202-0147
Little Voices Early Care And Education After School, INC.
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
95 Needham Road, Hyde Park, MA
Phone
(617) 361-5555
Mansfield Children'S School, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
103 Stearns Ave, Mansfield, MA
Phone
(508) 339-5285
Early Learning Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Early Learning Child Care has a long history of service in New Bedford with mostly positive feedback about staff quality and learning environment. However, one parent raised serious concerns about sick child policies, director behavior, discipline practices, and staff compensation.

Professional and amazing staffquality child caregood learning environment
Address
322 Maxfield St, New Bedford, MA
Phone
(508) 996-3774
P.A.C.E. Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.3

P.A.C.E. HEAD START receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for dedicated and well-trained staff who provide quality care and education for 3-4 year olds. One parent expressed frustration about remaining on the waiting list.

dedicated staffwell-trained teachersquality care
Address
247 Smith Street, New Bedford, MA
Phone
(508) 984-3557
The Children'S Village-Mansfield Depot
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise The Children's Village-Mansfield Depot for its caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and socially, with smooth transitions into the program. The center is highly recommended by families across multiple age groups.

Caring and loving teacherssmooth transition supportdaily communication via app and photos
Address
21 Francis Avenue, Mansfield, MA
Phone
(508) 339-2328
West End Day Nursery Of New Bedford
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
170 Cedar St, New Bedford, MA
Phone
(508) 993-6419
Sgt Carney Academy After Sch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
44 Summer Street, New Bedford, MA
Phone
(508) 999-0968
Self Help Head Start - Norton
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
77 East Main Street, Norton, MA
Phone
(508) 285-5021
Tender Learning Centre
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
668 Main St, Wilmington, MA
Phone
(978) 203-4040

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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.