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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Everett, MA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Everett. Average rating: 4.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Everett, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.83/5
Parent reviews
33
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Everett has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 33 parent reviews averaging 4.83/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02149 zip code, averaging 4.83 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Everett

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
    Children'S Playhouse Daycare, INC.
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    46 Bucknam St, Everett, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Children's Playhouse Daycare in Everett, MA receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, well-organized environment. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally, feeling happy and comfortable, and building confidence and social skills. Strong communication between staff and families, on-site meals, and quality programming are frequently highlighted.

    caring and invested staffsafe and clean facilitiesconsistent communication with parentschild development focus
  2. 2
    Chidren'S Playhouse Day Care INC.
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    92 Baldwin Ave, Everett, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

    Children's Playhouse Daycare in Everett, MA receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental growth, improved social skills, and confidence, along with excellent communication from staff. The daycare is recommended as a nurturing, reliable childcare setting that prepares children well for school.

    Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean faciliti
  3. 3
    Abz Early Childhood Development Center
    4.32 score
    4.5(9)

    305 Main St, Everett, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    ABZ Early Childhood Development Center in Everett receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff led by Zineb, strong educational curriculum, and safe, clean environment. Parents consistently report their children felt secure, happy, and made significant developmental progress. One negative review cited yelling and poor hygiene, contrasting sharply with the majority of experiences.

    Caring and nurturing staffloving environmentstrong educational curriculumsafe and clean facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Everett

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.83avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Everett zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0214911
4.83
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Everett (20–117 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Everett based on parent reviews

Children'S Playhouse Daycare, INC.

5(12)

46 Bucknam St, Everett, MA

Children's Playhouse Daycare in Everett, MA receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, well-organized environment. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally, feeling happy and comfortable, and building confidence and social skills. Strong communication between staff and families, on-site meals, and quality programming are frequently highlighted.

caring and invested staffsafe and clean facilitiesconsistent communication with parents

Chidren'S Playhouse Day Care INC.

5(12)

92 Baldwin Ave, Everett, MA

Children's Playhouse Daycare in Everett, MA receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental growth, improved social skills, and confidence, along with excellent communication from staff. The daycare is recommended as a nurturing, reliable childcare setting that prepares children well for school.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean faciliti

Abz Early Childhood Development Center

4.5(9)

305 Main St, Everett, MA

ABZ Early Childhood Development Center in Everett receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff led by Zineb, strong educational curriculum, and safe, clean environment. Parents consistently report their children felt secure, happy, and made significant developmental progress. One negative review cited yelling and poor hygiene, contrasting sharply with the majority of experiences.

Caring and nurturing staffloving environmentstrong educational curriculum

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Daycare types in Everett

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Child Daycare & Preschools in Everett, Massachusetts

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Everett, Massachusetts, making up 45% of the 11 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 Everett have an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 33 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Everett, 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 Everett

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Children'S Playhouse Daycare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Children's Playhouse Daycare in Everett, MA receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, well-organized environment. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally, feeling happy and comfortable, and building confidence and social skills. Strong communication between staff and families, on-site meals, and quality programming are frequently highlighted.

caring and invested staffsafe and clean facilitiesconsistent communication with parents
Address
46 Bucknam St, Everett, MA
Phone
(617) 387-5437
Chidren'S Playhouse Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Children's Playhouse Daycare in Everett, MA receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental growth, improved social skills, and confidence, along with excellent communication from staff. The daycare is recommended as a nurturing, reliable childcare setting that prepares children well for school.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean faciliti
Address
92 Baldwin Ave, Everett, MA
Phone
(617) 387-5405
Abz Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

ABZ Early Childhood Development Center in Everett receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff led by Zineb, strong educational curriculum, and safe, clean environment. Parents consistently report their children felt secure, happy, and made significant developmental progress. One negative review cited yelling and poor hygiene, contrasting sharply with the majority of experiences.

Caring and nurturing staffloving environmentstrong educational curriculum
Address
305 Main St, Everett, MA
Phone
(617) 775-9983
For Kids Only Afterschool - Webster School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
26 Dartmouth St, Everett, MA
Phone
(857) 363-0722
Patti-Cake Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
193 Elm St, Everett, MA
Phone
(617) 387-4249

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Everett, Massachusetts, out of 11 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 Everett have an average Google rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Everett, 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
Everett offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Everett for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Everett 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.