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8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Braintree, Massachusetts

Browse all 8 child daycare & preschools in Braintree, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Braintree

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. 1
    Braintree After School Enrichment Preschool Program
    4.07 score
    4.1(11)

    426 Pond St, Braintree, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children

    BASE receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, enrichment activities, and children's social-emotional development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about staff engagement, communication issues, favoritism, frequent donation requests, and handling of special needs accommodations.

    Caring and nurturing teachersstrong academic curriculumenrichment activities (gymnasticspiano
  2. 2
    Totland College Nursery School
    3.94 score
    3.9(7)

    74 Commercial St, Braintree, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

    Totland College Nursery School receives mixed reviews with significant variation in parent experiences. Multiple recent parents praise the warm, nurturing environment, hands-on learning activities, responsive communication, and caring staff who help children develop socially and emotionally. However, some parents report serious concerns about lack of communication, unresponsiveness to calls/emails, and absence of daily progress reports.

    Warm and welcoming environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Braintree based on parent reviews

Hugs Plus Learning Center

5(4)

10 Webster Road, Braintree, MA

Braintree After School Enrichment Preschool Program

4.1(11)

426 Pond St, Braintree, MA

BASE receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, enrichment activities, and children's social-emotional development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about staff engagement, communication issues, favoritism, frequent donation requests, and handling of special needs accommodations.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong academic curriculumenrichment activities (gymnastics

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Daycare types in Braintree

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 7

Child Daycare & Preschools in Braintree, Massachusetts

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Braintree, Massachusetts, making up 47% of the 17 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.

When choosing a daycare in Braintree, 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 Braintree

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Hugs Plus Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10 Webster Road, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 843-0350
Braintree After School Enrichment Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

BASE receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, enrichment activities, and children's social-emotional development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about staff engagement, communication issues, favoritism, frequent donation requests, and handling of special needs accommodations.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong academic curriculumenrichment activities (gymnastics
Address
426 Pond St, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 849-3484
The Goddard School Of Braintree
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Braintree receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and children's happiness and development. One parent expressed significant concerns about educational quality, nap time practices, and staff communication. Overall, the facility is highly recommended by the majority of reviewers.

caring and friendly staffsafe and clean facilityflexible and accommodating with tuition
Address
335 West Street, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 356-0616
Bright Horizons Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons Braintree Hill has received 10 five-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially. The center is noted for its cleanliness, educational curriculum, responsive communication, and ability to accommodate families' needs.

Warm and caring staffsafe and clean facilitystrong educational curriculum
Address
25 Braintree Hill Office Park, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 849-0966
Merry-Deb Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Merry-Deb Nursery School in Braintree receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and experienced staff, safe environment, strong academic and social preparation for kindergarten, and fair pricing.

caring and experienced staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
237 Adams St, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 843-6262
Rainbow'S End
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
01822 Washington St, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 356-1956
Kindercare Learning Center #1839
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #1839 in Braintree receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviewed parents rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and strong communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable learning progress across infant through preschool classrooms.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong communication from directors Shauna and Danielleclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
467 Granite Street, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 356-6731
Hugs Plus Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
460 Washington Street, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 843-7755

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Braintree, Massachusetts, out of 17 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Braintree, 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
Braintree offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 Braintree for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Braintree 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.