31 Child Daycare & Preschools in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Browse all 31 child daycare & preschools in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cambridge
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.
- 1Cambridge Nursery School4.76 score5(16)
6 Hillside Place, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Cambridge Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its warm, play-based learning environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight the school's strong sense of community, beautiful physical space with excellent outdoor areas, and cooperative structure that allows family involvement in their children's education.
Experienced and long-tenured staffwarm and nurturing environmentplay-based curriculumexcellent outdoor space - 2Garden Cooperative Nursery School4.72 score4.9(20)
24a Farwell Place, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children
Parents consistently praise Garden Cooperative Nursery School for its experienced, attentive teachers, play-based emergent curriculum, and strong emphasis on social-emotional development. The cooperative structure fosters an active, inclusive parent community where families feel welcomed and supported. Children are reported to be excited about attending and well-prepared for elementary school.
Experienced and professional teacherswarm and welcoming communityplay-based learning approachemphasis on social-emotional development - 3Parents Nursery School4.69 score5(11)
117 Cushing Street, Cambridge, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 20 children
Parents' Nursery School receives unanimous 5-star praise for its experienced, caring teachers, play-based curriculum, and strong community atmosphere. The school's unique architectural design featuring an indoor-outdoor garage door space and parent co-op component are frequently highlighted as standout features that foster genuine connections among families.
Experienced and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculumcreative and collaborative learning environmentun - 4Evergreen Day School4.62 score5(8)
799 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Evergreen Day School receives universal praise from parents who highlight its warm, nurturing environment and skilled, dedicated staff. Parents consistently note their children thrived academically and socially, with strong kindergarten readiness, and appreciate the enrichment programs, beautiful facilities, and sense of community.
Caring and skilled teacherssafe and calm environmentenrichment programs (yogaSpanish - 5Miramelinda Montessori School4.59 score4.8(14)
1064 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 10 children
Miramelinda Montessori School in Cambridge receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional leadership of Head of School Lymichelle, the quality Montessori curriculum with Spanish immersion, and the warm, individualized, respectful care provided to each child.
Montessori philosophy implementationSpanish immersion bilingual educationHead of School Lymichelle's expertise and warmthindividualized attention and observation-based teaching - 6Children'S Village4.55 score5(6)
15 Bay State Road, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children
Children's Village receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and warm, family-like environment. Parents highlight the school's success in preparing children for kindergarten and appreciate practical amenities like provided meals and diapers. Families report being so satisfied they drive out of their way to attend and plan to send multiple children there.
Loving and caring staffpatient teachersprofessional educatorscreative curriculum - 7Cambridge Ellis School4.52 score4.7(14)
80 Trowbridge St, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Cambridge Ellis School receives universal praise from parents, who consistently describe it as a warm, nurturing community with highly dedicated, long-tenured teachers who support children's development and foster a genuine love of learning. Parents highlight the school's beautiful facilities, enriched programs (including Mandarin language instruction), outdoor activities, inclusive environment, and strong home-school communication. Children are reported to be excited, happy,
- 8Haggerty Preschool4.4 score4.8(5)
110 Cushing Street, Cambridge, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 17 children
Parents consistently praise Haggerty Preschool/Elementary for its inclusive, welcoming environment and exceptional staff who treat students and families with care and professionalism. The school is noted for personalized attention, strong community events, and particular excellence in supporting children with special needs.
Inclusive and welcoming environmentstaff treat students and families with empathy and professionalismprincipal and liaison greet children by - 9Two Little Owls School House4.38 score4.5(15)
501 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Two Little Owls School House receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and attentive teachers who build strong relationships with children and families, as well as the nurturing classroom environment that supports developmental growth. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, healthy meals, and excellent parent communication.
Warm and caring teachersStrong teacher-child relationshipsAttentive and knowledgeable staffEngaging learning activities with themed curricula - 10Peabody Terrace Children'S Center4.29 score4.4(13)
900 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children
Parents consistently praise Peabody Terrace Children's Center for its excellent staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment. The facility offers quality care with creative programming including music, yoga, and outdoor play. The center is popular and maintains a long waitlist.
Excellent staffhappy childrencreative activities (musicyoga
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Highest rated daycares in Cambridge based on parent reviews
Cambridge Nursery School
6 Hillside Place, Cambridge, MA
Cambridge Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its warm, play-based learning environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight the school's strong sense of community, beautiful physical space with excellent outdoor areas, and cooperative structure that allows family involvement in their children's education.
Garden Cooperative Nursery School
24a Farwell Place, Cambridge, MA
Parents consistently praise Garden Cooperative Nursery School for its experienced, attentive teachers, play-based emergent curriculum, and strong emphasis on social-emotional development. The cooperative structure fosters an active, inclusive parent community where families feel welcomed and supported. Children are reported to be excited about attending and well-prepared for elementary school.
Evergreen Day School
799 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA
Evergreen Day School receives universal praise from parents who highlight its warm, nurturing environment and skilled, dedicated staff. Parents consistently note their children thrived academically and socially, with strong kindergarten readiness, and appreciate the enrichment programs, beautiful facilities, and sense of community.
Miramelinda Montessori School
1064 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA
Miramelinda Montessori School in Cambridge receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional leadership of Head of School Lymichelle, the quality Montessori curriculum with Spanish immersion, and the warm, individualized, respectful care provided to each child.
Children'S Village
15 Bay State Road, Cambridge, MA
Children's Village receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and warm, family-like environment. Parents highlight the school's success in preparing children for kindergarten and appreciate practical amenities like provided meals and diapers. Families report being so satisfied they drive out of their way to attend and plan to send multiple children there.
Cambridge Ellis School
80 Trowbridge St, Cambridge, MA
Cambridge Ellis School receives universal praise from parents, who consistently describe it as a warm, nurturing community with highly dedicated, long-tenured teachers who support children's development and foster a genuine love of learning. Parents highlight the school's beautiful facilities, enriched programs (including Mandarin language instruction), outdoor activities, inclusive environment, and strong home-school communication. Children are reported to be excited, happy,
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Cambridge, Massachusetts
There are 31 child daycare & preschools in Cambridge, Massachusetts, making up 65% of the 48 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 Cambridge, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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- Address
- 26 Robinson Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 495-5534
Children's Village receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and warm, family-like environment. Parents highlight the school's success in preparing children for kindergarten and appreciate practical amenities like provided meals and diapers. Families report being so satisfied they drive out of their way to attend and plan to send multiple children there.
- Address
- 15 Bay State Road, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 492-1990
- Address
- 1418 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 868-4285
Evergreen Day School receives universal praise from parents who highlight its warm, nurturing environment and skilled, dedicated staff. Parents consistently note their children thrived academically and socially, with strong kindergarten readiness, and appreciate the enrichment programs, beautiful facilities, and sense of community.
- Address
- 799 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 492-0090
Cambridge Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its warm, play-based learning environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight the school's strong sense of community, beautiful physical space with excellent outdoor areas, and cooperative structure that allows family involvement in their children's education.
- Address
- 6 Hillside Place, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 547-7288
- Address
- 65r Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 868-4275
- Address
- 657 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 492-6300
Parents consistently praise Garden Cooperative Nursery School for its experienced, attentive teachers, play-based emergent curriculum, and strong emphasis on social-emotional development. The cooperative structure fosters an active, inclusive parent community where families feel welcomed and supported. Children are reported to be excited about attending and well-prepared for elementary school.
- Address
- 24a Farwell Place, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 354-4229
Miramelinda Montessori School in Cambridge receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional leadership of Head of School Lymichelle, the quality Montessori curriculum with Spanish immersion, and the warm, individualized, respectful care provided to each child.
- Address
- 1064 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (339) 545-9980
Cambridge Ellis School receives universal praise from parents, who consistently describe it as a warm, nurturing community with highly dedicated, long-tenured teachers who support children's development and foster a genuine love of learning. Parents highlight the school's beautiful facilities, enriched programs (including Mandarin language instruction), outdoor activities, inclusive environment, and strong home-school communication. Children are reported to be excited, happy,
- Address
- 80 Trowbridge St, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 354-0014
- Address
- 10 Dewolf Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 495-3504
Two Little Owls School House receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and attentive teachers who build strong relationships with children and families, as well as the nurturing classroom environment that supports developmental growth. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, healthy meals, and excellent parent communication.
- Address
- 501 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 945-0071
Parents consistently praise Peabody Terrace Children's Center for its excellent staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment. The facility offers quality care with creative programming including music, yoga, and outdoor play. The center is popular and maintains a long waitlist.
- Address
- 900 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 496-9160
NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for residential apartments/MIT housing rather than a daycare center. Based on available information, this daycare center has a 4.4/5 Google rating with no verified parent reviews of the actual childcare services.
- Address
- 540 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 253-4970
- Address
- 25 Francis Avenue, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 547-3432
Community Art Center is highly praised by parents for its supportive staff, affordable pricing, and strong focus on artistic development. Children reportedly gain confidence and a love for the arts while feeling cared for and part of a family-like community. The program offers diverse resources including gym access, technology, and various art media across after-school, summer, and teen programs.
- Address
- 119 Windsor St, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 868-7100
Parents consistently praise Rock and Roll Montessori Preschool in Cambridge for its caring, experienced staff and welcoming environment. Children are reported to be enthusiastic about attending, and the center is highlighted for its strong music program, engaging activities, and responsive administration.
- Address
- 527 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (857) 259-6890
Rock and Roll Day Care receives mixed reviews. Three parents praised the music-focused curriculum, caring staff, and meal program. However, two parents reported serious concerns including unresponsive enrollment communication, lack of diversity, a seven-month undisclosed rodent infestation, poor staff treatment, and inadequate infant care with unaddressed safety issues.
- Address
- 166 Prospect Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (857) 259-5211
Reviews are mixed and appear to focus primarily on the facility's farmer's market and food pantry services rather than childcare. Positive feedback highlights fresh produce and community gathering space, while negative reviews cite staff conduct, food distribution concerns, and parking issues.
- Address
- 5 Callender Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 547-6811
Sunrise Learning Academy 2 has received mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and a nurturing environment. However, one detailed negative review from 3 years ago describes serious concerns about child treatment and management responsiveness. Current reviews (within the last 2 years) are consistently positive to very positive.
- Address
- 7 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 868-0077
Bright Horizons at University Park receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, happy children, and quality curriculum. However, one parent raised serious concerns about management practices and inappropriate staff behavior. The facility is noted as expensive but generally well-regarded by satisfied families.
- Address
- 129 Franklin Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 575-2656
These reviews appear to be for the Whitehead Institute research facility rather than its daycare operations. Reviews focus primarily on the institute's cafeteria food quality and workplace culture, with no substantive feedback about childcare services.
- Address
- 1 Rogers St, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 682-9177
Bright Horizons at Biogen Idec in Cambridge is highly regarded by most parents for its spacious facility, warm staff, and nurturing environment. The center offers structured curriculum, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. However, one parent reported concerns about inadequate handling of a situation involving a child displaying aggressive behavior.
- Address
- 10 Cambridge Center, Building #9, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 621-3383
- Address
- 20 Sacramento Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 349-6287
- Address
- 359 Broadway, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 349-6540
KinderCare Learning Center in Cambridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, strong communication, and nurturing environment where children feel safe, loved, and eager to attend daily.
- Address
- 100 Cambridgepark Dr, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 876-0102
Bright Horizons Kendall Square receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and clean, spacious facility. Parents report their children are happy and excited to attend, with strong communication and structured curriculum. One parent raised concerns about the center's handling of a child's aggressive behavior and injury management.
- Address
- 286 Cardinal Medeiros Avenue, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 577-9532
- Address
- 28 Sacramento St, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 349-6287
NURTURY INC. @ HARVARD STREET has received highly conflicting reviews. One parent praised the patient and caring teachers, but five parents reported serious concerns including staff unprofessionalism, harsh treatment of children, inadequate supervision, lack of curriculum, and unsafe conditions.
- Address
- 243 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 492-3935
No parent reviews are available for this facility. The reviews provided are for the Cambridge Family YMCA fitness center, not the daycare program. Unable to provide accurate summary of daycare experiences.
- Address
- 820 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
- Phone
- (617) 661-9622
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