Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Belmont, MA
Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Belmont. Average rating: 4.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Belmont, Massachusetts at a glance
- Programs
- 8
- Avg rating
- 4.63/5
- Parent reviews
- 90
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 9
Belmont has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 90 parent reviews averaging 4.63/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02478 zip code, averaging 4.63 stars across 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Belmont
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.
- 1Little Kids Academy4.8 score5(20)
384 Trapelo Road, Belmont, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 31 children
Little Llama Academy in Belmont receives exceptional praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, skilled teachers, strong director leadership, and nurturing environment that supports children's development. The center is commended for excellent parent communication, engaging activities, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.
Caring and invested teachersstrong director leadership (Evgenia/Zhenya)excellent parent communicationchild development and growth - 2Payson Park Preschool4.64 score5(9)
365 Belmont St, Belmont, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 30 children
Payson Park Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and well-rounded curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Parents highlight the enrichment activities, safe facilities, supportive community, and how children are excited to attend and develop strong social and academic foundations.
Dedicated and caring teachersage-appropriate academic instruction (readingwritingmath) - 3Plymouth Nursery School4.62 score5(8)
582 Pleasant St, Belmont, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children
Plymouth Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising its caring, professional teaching staff and warm, inclusive community environment. Parents highlight the quality curriculum including arts, music, and cooking, alongside excellent outdoor facilities and playground equipment. Children are reported to be happy, comfortable, and well-prepared for kindergarten.
Warm and caring teachersprofessional staffinclusive communityweekly updates with photos - 4Belmont Cooperative Nursery School4.62 score5(8)
130 Common St, Belmont, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 39 children
Parents consistently praise BCNS for its warm, nurturing environment and highly attentive staff led by director Krissy. The school employs Reggio Emilia-based teaching methods that support individual child development and foster a strong sense of community among families. Multiple parents with multiple children report long-term satisfaction and continued friendships with the school community.
Warm and caring teachersDirector Krissy's leadership and expertiseindividualized attention to each child's needs and interestsbeautiful and thoughtfully designed classrooms - 5The Kendall School4.49 score4.8(8)
577 Belmont St, Belmont, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children
The Kendall School in Belmont receives unanimous praise from parents across all reviews. Families highlight the school's strong educational programming, experienced and caring staff, and warm community atmosphere. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and socially, and several have enrolled multiple children at the school.
Experienced and caring teachersstrong curriculumarts and music programs (daily piano with professional musician)outdoor play and facilities
Rating Distribution
Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Belmont
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Belmont, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Belmont zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02478 | 15 | 4.63 | 9 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Belmont (26–210 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
6
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
4
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Belmont based on parent reviews
Little Kids Academy
384 Trapelo Road, Belmont, MA
Little Llama Academy in Belmont receives exceptional praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, skilled teachers, strong director leadership, and nurturing environment that supports children's development. The center is commended for excellent parent communication, engaging activities, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.
The Kendall School
577 Belmont St, Belmont, MA
The Kendall School in Belmont receives unanimous praise from parents across all reviews. Families highlight the school's strong educational programming, experienced and caring staff, and warm community atmosphere. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and socially, and several have enrolled multiple children at the school.
The Belmont Nursery School
773 Belmont St, Belmont, MA
Parents express high satisfaction with the center-based daycare, highlighting the caring, loving, and experienced teachers who create an environment where children truly enjoy their time. One reviewer notes that staff take ample precautions, while another emphasizes the positive experience of their child attending for three years.
Mclean Child Care Center
115 Mill St, Belmont, MA
Parents highlight the center's thoughtful, intentional staff who prioritize individual needs and create a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful grounds with ample outdoor access and report that children feel safe while making significant academic and social-emotional progress.
The Learning Zone
279 Belmont St, Belmont, MA
One parent describes the staff as incredible, attentive, and kind, noting their child's excitement and frequent creative updates. In contrast, another parent reports a hostile experience involving the denial of basic care, abrupt expulsion without notice, and allegations of unprofessional conduct by the owner.
Willows Christian Children'S Academy
310 Trapelo Rd, Belmont, MA
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Daycare types in Belmont
Child Daycare & Preschools in Belmont, Massachusetts
There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Belmont, Massachusetts, making up 53% of the 15 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 Belmont have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 90 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Belmont, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Child Daycare & Preschools in Belmont
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Parents highlight the center's thoughtful, intentional staff who prioritize individual needs and create a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful grounds with ample outdoor access and report that children feel safe while making significant academic and social-emotional progress.
- Address
- 115 Mill St, Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (617) 855-2421
Little Llama Academy in Belmont receives exceptional praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, skilled teachers, strong director leadership, and nurturing environment that supports children's development. The center is commended for excellent parent communication, engaging activities, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere.
- Address
- 384 Trapelo Road, Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (617) 913-3849
Parents express high satisfaction with the center-based daycare, highlighting the caring, loving, and experienced teachers who create an environment where children truly enjoy their time. One reviewer notes that staff take ample precautions, while another emphasizes the positive experience of their child attending for three years.
- Address
- 773 Belmont St, Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (617) 489-8694
The Kendall School in Belmont receives unanimous praise from parents across all reviews. Families highlight the school's strong educational programming, experienced and caring staff, and warm community atmosphere. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and socially, and several have enrolled multiple children at the school.
- Address
- 577 Belmont St, Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (617) 484-4634
One parent describes the staff as incredible, attentive, and kind, noting their child's excitement and frequent creative updates. In contrast, another parent reports a hostile experience involving the denial of basic care, abrupt expulsion without notice, and allegations of unprofessional conduct by the owner.
- Address
- 279 Belmont St, Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (617) 489-1161
- Address
- 310 Trapelo Rd, Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (617) 817-7850
- Address
- 97 Waterhouse Rd, Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (617) 489-5153
Little Sprouts @ Belmont receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviewers rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and loving staff, warm learning environment, and strong communication with families. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting their kids are happy to attend daily.
- Address
- 259 Beech St., Belmont, MA
- Phone
- (877) 977-7688
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
- Church Daycare — 4 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities