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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Charlton, MA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Charlton. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Charlton, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Charlton has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Charlton

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
    Above And Beyond
    4.65 score
    4.9(13)

    64 Main St, Charlton, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 67 children

    Above and Beyond is a home health care agency (not a traditional daycare) that receives consistent praise for exceptional service quality and staff professionalism. Reviewers highlight responsive management, personable caregivers, and attentive care for elderly and vulnerable family members. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high satisfaction with the organization's commitment to individualized care.

    Excellent cleaning and attention to detailResponsive and accommodating managementPersonable and professional staffQuality care for elderly patients
  2. 2
    Growing Footprints Education Center, INC.
    3.84 score
    3.7(6)

    9 Griffin Rd, Charlton, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Growing Footprints has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, particularly in the infant room, and describe a close-knit community where children thrive. Negative reviews cite concerns about teacher engagement, cleanliness, staff turnover, unresponsive management, and safety complaints filed against the center.

    Passionate and caring staffparticularly Miss Megan in infant roomchildren excited to attendclose-knit community atmosphere

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Charlton

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.35avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Charlton (49–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Charlton based on parent reviews

The Children Of Tomorrow, INC.

5

25 Trolley Crossing Rd, Charlton, MA

Growing Footprints Education Center, INC.

3.7(6)

9 Griffin Rd, Charlton, MA

Growing Footprints has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, particularly in the infant room, and describe a close-knit community where children thrive. Negative reviews cite concerns about teacher engagement, cleanliness, staff turnover, unresponsive management, and safety complaints filed against the center.

Passionate and caring staffparticularly Miss Megan in infant roomchildren excited to attend

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Daycare types in Charlton

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Charlton, Massachusetts

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Charlton, Massachusetts, making up 75% of the 4 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 Charlton have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Charlton, 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 Charlton

Showing 3 results

The Children Of Tomorrow, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
25 Trolley Crossing Rd, Charlton, MA
Phone
(508) 248-9922
Growing Footprints Education Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Growing Footprints has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, particularly in the infant room, and describe a close-knit community where children thrive. Negative reviews cite concerns about teacher engagement, cleanliness, staff turnover, unresponsive management, and safety complaints filed against the center.

Passionate and caring staffparticularly Miss Megan in infant roomchildren excited to attend
Address
9 Griffin Rd, Charlton, MA
Phone
(508) 248-5900
Guild Of St. Agnes - Charlton Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
88 Masonic Home Rd, Charlton, MA
Phone
(508) 434-2345

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Charlton, Massachusetts, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Charlton have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Charlton, 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
Charlton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Charlton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Charlton 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.