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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Dorchestr Ctr, MA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Dorchestr Ctr. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dorchestr Ctr, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Dorchestr Ctr has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dorchestr Ctr

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
    Ymca Of Greater Boston Leadership Academy At The Dorchester Y
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    776 Washington Street, Dorchestr Ctr, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

    This facility is actually a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare. Reviews praise the clean, well-maintained gym with diverse equipment and amenities including a pool and fitness classes. Members consistently highlight the friendly, helpful staff and quality instruction across various programs.

    Clean facilitieswell-maintained poolvariety of equipment and classesfriendly and professional staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Dorchestr Ctr

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dorchestr Ctr (26–87 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dorchestr Ctr based on parent reviews

Ymca Of Greater Boston Leadership Academy At The Dorchester Y

4.5(20)

776 Washington Street, Dorchestr Ctr, MA

This facility is actually a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare. Reviews praise the clean, well-maintained gym with diverse equipment and amenities including a pool and fitness classes. Members consistently highlight the friendly, helpful staff and quality instruction across various programs.

Clean facilitieswell-maintained poolvariety of equipment and classes

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Dorchestr Ctr, Massachusetts

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Dorchestr Ctr, Massachusetts. 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 Dorchestr Ctr have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dorchestr Ctr, 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 Dorchestr Ctr

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Ymca Of Greater Boston Leadership Academy At The Dorchester Y
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This facility is actually a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare. Reviews praise the clean, well-maintained gym with diverse equipment and amenities including a pool and fitness classes. Members consistently highlight the friendly, helpful staff and quality instruction across various programs.

Clean facilitieswell-maintained poolvariety of equipment and classes
Address
776 Washington Street, Dorchestr Ctr, MA
Phone
(617) 436-7750
Salvation Army Day Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this Salvation Army daycare center for its friendly and helpful staff, clean environment, and quality care. Children are reported to enjoy attending both the regular daycare and after-school programs. Administrative processes are noted as efficient.

friendly and helpful staffclean environmentchildren enjoy attending
Address
26 Wales Street, Dorchestr Ctr, MA
Phone
(617) 436-2480
The Wonder Years Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
99 Maxwell St, Dorchestr Ctr, MA
Phone
(617) 822-1300

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dorchestr Ctr, Massachusetts. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Dorchestr Ctr have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dorchestr Ctr, 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
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 Dorchestr Ctr for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dorchestr Ctr 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.