11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Framingham, Massachusetts
Browse all 11 child daycare & preschools in Framingham, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Framingham
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.
- 1The Kiddie Lodge4.72 score4.9(20)
27 Cherry St, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Parents consistently praise First Circle Framingham for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-like environment. The center offers a well-designed curriculum with enrichment activities like music and yoga, and provides regular communication with families through photos and progress reports. Children are reported to be happy, confident, and excited to attend.
Caring and attentive teacherswarm family-like atmosphereexperienced staff across all age groupsfle - 2Staples Child Care Center4.69 score5(11)
600 Staples Dr, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 211 children
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Framingham for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive both socially and academically. Reviews highlight the clean, modern facility, well-rounded curriculum, thoughtful events, and strong communication with families. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and have experienced significant growth and development.
Caring and dedicated teachersclean and modern facilitywell-rounded curriculumchild development and growth - 3Framingham State University Early Childhood Center4.58 score5(7)
2 Church St, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 19 children
Parents consistently praise this nature-based preschool for its unique outdoor-focused programming, caring leadership, and supportive environment. The center receives high marks for staff quality, daily communication with parents, and child-centered approach. Children reportedly transition well and enjoy their time at the center.
Nature-based curriculumoutdoor explorationNAEYC accreditedcaring director and staff - 4Framingham Centre Nursery School4.58 score5(7)
24 Vernon St, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 67 children
Framingham Centre Nursery School is a nature-based preschool with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the caring director and staff, nature-focused programming, daily photo updates, and supportive environment. Children reportedly transition well and enjoy attending.
Nature-based curriculumcaring director and staffdaily photo updatesoutdoor time - 5
492 Potter Rd, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Parents consistently praise the YMCA facility, staff friendliness, and diverse programs for families. Most reviews reflect positive experiences with gym equipment, classes, and activities. Some parents noted organizational issues in specific programs and minor facility inconsistencies.
Friendly and helpful staffgood gym equipmentdiverse programs for kids and adultspool and swim classes - 6Metrowest Ymca School'S Out Program @ Hemenway4 score4(20)
729 Water St, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Parents praise the YMCA facility for friendly and helpful staff, clean and well-maintained spaces, and diverse programs including swim classes, gym equipment, and youth activities. Most reviews are highly positive about the overall experience and value. Some concerns are noted regarding aquatics program organization and scheduling accuracy.
Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesgood gym equipmentdiverse programs for kids and adults - 7Metrowest Ymca Early Childhood Center4 score4(20)
280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children
MetroWest YMCA Early Childhood Center in Framingham receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the friendly staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs for children and families. Most reviewers highlight the facility's good value, equipment quality, and welcoming environment. A few concerns have been raised about organization in specific programs and some operational inconsistencies.
Friendly and helpful staffclean and safe facilitiesdiverse - 8Metrowest Ymca School'S Out Program @ Mccarthy4 score4(20)
8 Flagg Dr, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Parents consistently praise the YMCA facility for its friendly and helpful staff, clean environment, and diverse programs for families. Most reviewers have long-term positive experiences and recommend the center. However, some specific concerns have been raised about organization in swim classes and equipment availability.
Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesdiverse programs for kids and adultsgood gym equipment - 9Suburban Child3.7 score3.6(16)
10 Roxanna St, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 315 children
Suburban Child is a center-based facility in Framingham offering swim instruction and sports activities. While some parents praise the swim instruction quality, multiple recent reviews report significant administrative and customer service issues including frequent class cancellations without notice, instructor no-shows, scheduling problems, and difficulty obtaining refunds.
Swim instruction qualityconvenient location and hoursfriendly instructors
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Highest rated daycares in Framingham based on parent reviews
The Kiddie Lodge
27 Cherry St, Framingham, MA
Parents consistently praise First Circle Framingham for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-like environment. The center offers a well-designed curriculum with enrichment activities like music and yoga, and provides regular communication with families through photos and progress reports. Children are reported to be happy, confident, and excited to attend.
Staples Child Care Center
600 Staples Dr, Framingham, MA
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Framingham for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive both socially and academically. Reviews highlight the clean, modern facility, well-rounded curriculum, thoughtful events, and strong communication with families. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and have experienced significant growth and development.
Shining Stars Preschool
214 Concord St., Framingham, MA
Circle Of Friends Preschool And Children'S Center
61 Nicholas Rd, Framingham, MA
Over The Rainbow Nursery School, INC.
76 Salem End Rd., Framingham, MA
Metrowest Ymca Early Childhood Center
280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA
MetroWest YMCA Early Childhood Center in Framingham receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the friendly staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs for children and families. Most reviewers highlight the facility's good value, equipment quality, and welcoming environment. A few concerns have been raised about organization in specific programs and some operational inconsistencies.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Framingham, Massachusetts
There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Framingham, Massachusetts, making up 44% of the 25 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 Framingham, 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 Framingham
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- Address
- 214 Concord St., Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 848-2402
- Address
- 61 Nicholas Rd, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 877-2593
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Framingham for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive both socially and academically. Reviews highlight the clean, modern facility, well-rounded curriculum, thoughtful events, and strong communication with families. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and have experienced significant growth and development.
- Address
- 600 Staples Dr, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 253-0555
Parents consistently praise First Circle Framingham for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-like environment. The center offers a well-designed curriculum with enrichment activities like music and yoga, and provides regular communication with families through photos and progress reports. Children are reported to be happy, confident, and excited to attend.
- Address
- 27 Cherry St, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 875-4215
- Address
- 76 Salem End Rd., Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 877-9237
MetroWest YMCA Early Childhood Center in Framingham receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the friendly staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs for children and families. Most reviewers highlight the facility's good value, equipment quality, and welcoming environment. A few concerns have been raised about organization in specific programs and some operational inconsistencies.
- Address
- 280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 879-4420 EXT 51
Suburban Child is a center-based facility in Framingham offering swim instruction and sports activities. While some parents praise the swim instruction quality, multiple recent reviews report significant administrative and customer service issues including frequent class cancellations without notice, instructor no-shows, scheduling problems, and difficulty obtaining refunds.
- Address
- 10 Roxanna St, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 879-6544
KinderCare Education @ Cochituate receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the teachers, safety measures, and communication. One 1-star review raises concerns about recent hiring practices, staff quality inconsistency, and supervision levels.
- Address
- 770 Cochituate Rd, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 390-2700
Mountainside Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, family-owned atmosphere, and engaging curriculum with outdoor activities. Parents highlight clear communication, cleanliness, and a nurturing environment where children thrive. However, two negative reviews reference inspection reports and suggest alternatives without specific details.
- Address
- 100 Pennsylvania Ave., Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 820-9300
Kiddie Academy Framingham receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong educational curriculum. Parents particularly commend the director Karen, nutritious meals, daily photo/progress reports, and extended hours (7am-6pm). The facility has successfully served families for years with children flourishing academically and emotionally.
- Address
- 01292 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 270-2700
- Address
- 9 Pusan Rd, Framingham, MA
- Phone
- (508) 872-2702
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- 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
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