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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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Happy Hours Day School
Church Daycare
4
Address
142 Exchange St, Millis, MA
Phone
(508) 376-4721
South Shore Ymca Quincy Ascp Marshall School
Before or After School Daycare
4

Reviews praise the South Shore YMCA Quincy facility highly, with parents appreciating the clean, well-maintained space and diverse programs. Parents highlight quality instruction, friendly and caring staff, and the convenience of daycare services while adults use the gym. The facility offers comprehensive amenities including swimming, fitness classes, sports programs, and physical therapy services.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffwide variety of activities and classes
Address
200 Moody St, Quincy, MA
Phone
(617) 481-4477
Andover Childrens Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
439 S Union St, Lawrence, MA
Phone
(978) 975-8483
Greater Lawrence Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
136 Water St, Lawrence, MA
Phone
(978) 681-4939
Hilltop School
Church Daycare
4
Address
767 Broadway, Haverhill, MA
Phone
(978) 373-6663
Greater Lawrence Community Action Council Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
581 Andover St, Lawrence, MA
Phone
(978) 681-4910
The Children'S Center
Church Daycare
4

The Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the loving and interactive teachers and director, reporting positive long-term experiences. However, some parents raise serious concerns about administrative issues, security incidents, safety protocols, high costs, and insufficient activities.

Loving and interactive teacherscaring director (Leticia)good with children
Address
35 Lowell St, Methuen, MA
Phone
(978) 685-6469
Magical Beginnings Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
225 Maple St, Middleton, MA
Phone
(978) 539-8730
Little Leaders Prep School
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
242 Woodrow Ave, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 265-6361
Mattapoisett Ymca Preschool & School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise the Mattapoisett YMCA's summer camp program, citing excellent staff, beautiful grounds, and happy children. However, there are serious concerns raised about lifeguard responsiveness and safety protocols at the pool.

Excellent staffchildren happy and engagedattentive nurse (Angela) keeps parents informed
Address
38 Reservation Road, Mattapoisett, MA
Phone
(508) 758-4203
Tiny Tracks Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
191 Gerrish Avenue, Dracut, MA
Phone
(978) 957-4689
All About Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

All About Learning receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report significant positive developmental changes in their children, strong communication from teachers, and a family-centered approach to care. The center is well-organized and prepared children academically and emotionally for kindergarten.

Caring and patient teacherswelcoming environmentstrong communication with pa
Address
7 Pomeroy Lane, Amherst, MA
Phone
(413) 256-0013
Early Childhood Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Early Childhood Preschool in South Weymouth receives mostly positive reviews highlighting engaged staff, individualized curriculum, and strong parent communication. One negative review raises concerns about cleanliness and hygiene practices, contrasting sharply with five 5-star reviews praising the center's care and developmental activities.

Experienced and caring staffindividualized child development approachnutritional oversight
Address
1449 Main Street, South Weymouth, MA
Phone
(781) 340-6070
Learn And Play Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Learn and Play Day Care Center in Roxbury receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational approach, and happy children. However, one parent reported serious concerns about cleanliness, excessive screen time, lack of education, and staff aggression, along with difficulty contacting the facility.

Excellent and caring staffconvenient location and hourschild engagement and learning
Address
1073 Tremont Street, Roxbury, MA
Phone
(617) 442-1162
Riverside Children'S Center
Church Daycare
4
Address
14 Collins Road, Waban, MA
Phone
(617) 332-8305
Girls Club Of Greenfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
35 Pierce St, Greenfield, MA
Phone
(413) 774-7407
Agawam School Age Child Care (Asac) Robinson Park School
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
65 Begley St, Agawam, MA
Phone
(413) 313-4117
All About Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

All About Learning receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrived emotionally and academically at the center. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, excellent communication, welcoming environment, and strong preparation for kindergarten. One concern raised was excessive screen time during drop-off and pick-up.

Caring and patient teachersexcellent communication with parentswelcoming environment
Address
400 Riverglade Dr, Amherst, MA
Phone
(413) 835-0467
Woodside Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
155 Woodside Ave, Amherst, MA
Phone
(413) 253-2604
Peoples Institute Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
38 Gothic St, Northampton, MA
Phone
(413) 584-8313
Brighter Beginnings Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Brighter Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facility, caring staff, outdoor activities, and responsive owner Lily. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and develop strong bonds with teachers. One negative review cited poor communication when attempting to inquire about availability.

Clean facilitystructured environmentcaring and attentive staff
Address
411 Granby Rd, South Hadley, MA
Phone
(413) 532-5303
Labelle Day School
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
600 E Ashland St, Brockton, MA
Phone
(508) 586-9143
Wooded Acres Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
168 Main Street, Kingston, MA
Phone
(781) 585-0041
Vna Child Care Center, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
67b Ter Heun Drive, Falmouth, MA
Phone
(508) 457-1800
Island Children'S School, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
5 Halcyon Way, Vineyard Haven, MA
Phone
(508) 693-5815
Jeffries Point Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
425 Sumner Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 569-6045
Kids Count Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
185 Plymouth Street, Carver, MA
Phone
(508) 866-9737
South Shore Ymca-Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1 Heritage Drive, North Quincy, MA
Phone
(857) 403-4787
Voc Early Education And Care At Mt. Carmel
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

VOC Early Education and Care at Mt. Carmel receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the teachers and learning environment, though one parent reported concerns about billing practices during absences and classroom placement decisions.

Helpful and awesome teachersgreat learning environmentwarm welcoming atmosphere
Address
35 Mt Carmel Ave, Chicopee, MA
Phone
(413) 533-6407
Quinsigamond Children'S School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Quinsigamond Community College (QCC), a higher education institution, not a daycare center. The reviews are mixed, with most praising supportive staff, resources, and community engagement, while some criticize administrative inefficiency, staff rudeness, facility maintenance issues, and financial aid problems.

Supportive staff and facultyabundant resources and student engagement eventsaffordable tuition
Address
670 W Boylston St, Worcester, MA
Phone
(508) 854-4220

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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.