Best Child Daycare & Preschools in East Boston, MA

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Boston

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

   The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center

   4.48 score

   4.6(20)

   68 Central Sq, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 179 children

   The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the quality of activities, friendly staff, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. The center is valued as an important community resource offering both daycare/after-school programs and event space.

   Quality activitiesfriendly and nice staffclean atmospherereasonable pricing
2. 2

   Ymca Of Greater Boston Children'S Center At Bremen Street

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   215 Breman Street, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

   Reviews are predominantly positive with a 4.3/5 rating. However, most reviews appear to focus on the YMCA facility itself rather than the children's center specifically. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, staff attentiveness, swimming pool, and community atmosphere.

   Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and supportive staffexcellent communication with familiesswimming pool
3. 3

   Ymca Of Greater Boston At The Adams Elementrary School

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   165 Webster Street, East Boston, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

   This YMCA location in East Boston receives consistently high ratings, with parents praising the facility's cleanliness, modern equipment, and attentive staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, active COVID-19 safety measures, and a strong sense of community. The swimming pool and diverse fitness classes are frequently mentioned as standout features.

   Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and helpful staffswimming poolmodern equipment
4. 4

   Ymca Of Greater Boston @ Ashley Street

   4.05 score

   4.1(6)

   54 Ashley Street, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

   Reviews are highly polarized with mostly positive feedback praising staff friendliness and cleanliness, though one negative review criticizes staff helpfulness and information availability. The facility appears to serve as a fitness center rather than exclusively a daycare.

   Outstanding and welcoming staffclean facilityfriendly atmosphere
5. 5

   Bostons Bridge To Excellence @ Mckay School

   3.85 score

   3.7(5)

   122 Cottage Street, East Boston, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 13 children

   Parents consistently praise Boston's Bridge to Excellence for providing safe, academically enriching before and after school programs with year-round scheduling. Leadership, including CEO Dejon Rice and Program Administrator Sophia Bishop-Rice, are frequently highlighted for their welcoming approach and genuine care. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment with high satisfaction.

   Safe environmentacademic enrichment beyond school curriculumarts programmingyear-round scheduling (before/after school

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