How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Arlington, Massachusetts?

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Arlington, Massachusetts, out of 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Arlington?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Arlington have an average Google rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 55% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Arlington?

When choosing a daycare in Arlington, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Massachusetts's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Massachusetts) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Arlington?

Arlington offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 5 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

What is the average cost of daycare in Massachusetts?

Daycare costs in Massachusetts typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Arlington for current pricing.

Are daycares in Arlington licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Arlington must be licensed by Massachusetts's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Arlington, MA — Compare 11+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arlington

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

1
Ready Set Kids Afterschool
4.72 score
4.9(20)
284 Broadway, Arlington, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
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 childrendiverse programming (STEM
2
Casa Esme Bilingual Nursery School
4.64 score
5(9)
152 Mass Ave, Arlington, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 49 children
Casa Esme Bilingual Nursery School in Arlington receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise it as a loving, family-like environment with dedicated Spanish-speaking teachers. Parents consistently highlight the bilingual curriculum, daily outdoor activities, clean facilities, strong community feel, and excellent child care quality across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
caring and dedicated teachersbilingual Spanish instructiondaily outdoor playclean and safe facilities
3
Fidelity House Site 2
4.24 score
4.3(20)
51 Medford St, # 51-R, Arlington, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 93 children
Fidelity House Site 2 is a highly-rated religious facility in Arlington that parents praise for its warm, nurturing environment and diverse programming including sports, arts, and field trips. Staff are described as dedicated, supportive, and genuinely caring, with many being long-term employees. The facility has strong community roots and is known especially for its youth basketball programs and summer camp offerings.
Warm and welcoming communitywide variety of activities (sportsarts & craftsfield trips)
4
Fidelity House
4.24 score
4.3(20)
25 Medford St, Arlington, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children
Fidelity House is a highly-regarded community center in Arlington offering preschool, afterschool, and summer camp programs. Parents consistently praise the warm, supportive staff, diverse array of activities including sports and arts, and the nurturing, family-oriented environment. Many families have multi-generational connections to the organization.
Excellent staff and long-term employee retentionwide variety of activities (sportsarts & craftsfield trips)
5
Rogers-Pierce Children'S Center
4.06 score
4.1(7)
75 Pleasant St, Arlington, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 54 children
Rogers-Pierce Children's Center receives mostly positive reviews praising its dedicated staff, low teacher-to-student ratios, and engaging programs including music and nature classes. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about inflexible bathroom accommodation policies, staff certification issues, and reported racist microaggressions from staff.
Low teacher-to-student ratioscaring and competent teaching staffclean facilityextracurricular classes (music

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Arlington

4.5 - 5.0

6

4.0 - 4.4

4

3.0 - 3.9

1

Below 3

0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Arlington, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating

11 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

Church Daycare

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Arlington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
02474	12	4.67	5
02476	7	4.33	1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Arlington (47–212 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

9

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Arlington based on parent reviews

Ready Set Kids Afterschool

4.9(20)

284 Broadway, Arlington, MA

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

Sunshine Nursery School

5(4)

19 Prentiss Road, Arlington, MA

Parents describe Sunshine Nursery School as a warm, family-oriented center with new facilities and a strong sense of community. Reviewers highlight the nurturing staff, play-based curriculum, and flexible scheduling, noting that children thrive and maintain lasting friendships. No specific drawbacks were reported in the limited feedback.

nurturing and passionate teachersplay-based approachflexible hours

Fidelity House

4.3(20)

25 Medford St, Arlington, MA

Fidelity House is a highly-regarded community center in Arlington offering preschool, afterschool, and summer camp programs. Parents consistently praise the warm, supportive staff, diverse array of activities including sports and arts, and the nurturing, family-oriented environment. Many families have multi-generational connections to the organization.

Excellent staff and long-term employee retentionwide variety of activities (sportsarts & crafts

Learn To Grow

4.4(3)

93 Broadway, Arlington, MA

One parent highlights exceptional cleanliness, staff warmth, and inclusive support for diverse families, noting their child's strong emotional bond with teachers. Conversely, another family reports distressing incidents involving toddlers left outside in freezing temperatures, poor communication from leadership, and a lack of transparency regarding staff roles and safety protocols.

Clean and well-maintained facilityexceptional and caring staffinclusive and welcoming environment for diverse families

Bright Start After School @ Bishop

4.5(1)

25 Columbia Rd, Arlington, MA

One parent describes the program as the 'best afterschool to ever exist,' highlighting its safety, toys, snacks, and athletic enrichment. However, the reviewer notes that the program is on the pricier side and would like to see improved pricing.

safetytoyssnacks

Arlington Heights Nursery School

3.9(4)

10 Acton St, Arlington, MA

One parent highlights the facility's large indoor and outdoor spaces, professional teachers, and effective conflict resolution as key strengths, while another notes the school's ability to provide an intimate feel despite its size. A single negative review cites the non-refundable enrollment deposit as a significant financial drawback when circumstances change.

caring and professional teachersextensive indoor and outdoor play spacestrong curriculum

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Arlington, Massachusetts

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Arlington, Massachusetts, making up 58% of the 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Arlington have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 55% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 118 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Arlington, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Arlington, MA

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