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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hanover, MA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Hanover. Average rating: 4.76/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hanover, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.76/5
Parent reviews
27
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Hanover has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 27 parent reviews averaging 4.76/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02339 zip code, averaging 4.76 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hanover

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 Childrens Workshop
    4.39 score
    4.6(9)

    673 Washington Street, Hanover, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    The Children's Workshop in Hanover receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for the director Jessica, teaching staff, nurturing environment, and developmental progress of children. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about discipline practices, inadequate supervision of bullying incidents, and safety failures during nap time.

    Director Jessica and staff professionalismnurturing environmentchildre
  2. 2
    The Learning Ladder Preschool, INC.
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    580 Webster Street, Hanover, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    The Learning Ladder Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring teachers and welcoming environment. Children reportedly transition well into confident learners, enjoy diverse activities including arts and crafts, outdoor play, and language instruction, and develop strong social skills and friendships. Parents highlight that children are eager to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten.

    Caring and supportive teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationwelcoming environmentdiverse activities (arts/crafts
  3. 3
    South Shore Ymca Early Learning Center
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    01075 Washington Street, Hanover, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 159 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise the South Shore YMCA Early Learning Center for its accommodating and caring staff, well-maintained facility, and enriching activities. Children are reported to be happy and thriving. One parent noted concerns with administrative communication and conflicting information about waitlist procedures.

    Kind and accommodating staffchildren are happy and thrivingbright and new facilitydiverse activities and programs (yoga

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Hanover

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hanover zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
023397
4.76
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hanover (20–159 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hanover based on parent reviews

The Childrens Workshop

4.6(9)

673 Washington Street, Hanover, MA

The Children's Workshop in Hanover receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for the director Jessica, teaching staff, nurturing environment, and developmental progress of children. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about discipline practices, inadequate supervision of bullying incidents, and safety failures during nap time.

Director Jessica and staff professionalismnurturing environmentchildre

The Learning Ladder Preschool, INC.

4.6(8)

580 Webster Street, Hanover, MA

The Learning Ladder Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring teachers and welcoming environment. Children reportedly transition well into confident learners, enjoy diverse activities including arts and crafts, outdoor play, and language instruction, and develop strong social skills and friendships. Parents highlight that children are eager to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and supportive teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationwelcoming environment

South Shore Ymca Early Learning Center

4.6(6)

01075 Washington Street, Hanover, MA

Parents overwhelmingly praise the South Shore YMCA Early Learning Center for its accommodating and caring staff, well-maintained facility, and enriching activities. Children are reported to be happy and thriving. One parent noted concerns with administrative communication and conflicting information about waitlist procedures.

Kind and accommodating staffchildren are happy and thrivingbright and new facility

Early Skills Center Preschool

5

333 Columbia Road, Suite 8, Hanover, MA

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Daycare types in Hanover

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 2

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Hanover, Massachusetts

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Hanover, Massachusetts, making up 71% of the 7 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 Hanover have an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 27 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hanover, 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 Hanover

Showing 5 results

Early Skills Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
333 Columbia Road, Suite 8, Hanover, MA
Phone
(781) 826-2600
The Childrens Workshop
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Children's Workshop in Hanover receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for the director Jessica, teaching staff, nurturing environment, and developmental progress of children. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about discipline practices, inadequate supervision of bullying incidents, and safety failures during nap time.

Director Jessica and staff professionalismnurturing environmentchildre
Address
673 Washington Street, Hanover, MA
Phone
(781) 826-3014
The Learning Ladder Preschool, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Learning Ladder Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring teachers and welcoming environment. Children reportedly transition well into confident learners, enjoy diverse activities including arts and crafts, outdoor play, and language instruction, and develop strong social skills and friendships. Parents highlight that children are eager to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and supportive teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationwelcoming environment
Address
580 Webster Street, Hanover, MA
Phone
(781) 421-6387
South Shore Ymca Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise the South Shore YMCA Early Learning Center for its accommodating and caring staff, well-maintained facility, and enriching activities. Children are reported to be happy and thriving. One parent noted concerns with administrative communication and conflicting information about waitlist procedures.

Kind and accommodating staffchildren are happy and thrivingbright and new facility
Address
01075 Washington Street, Hanover, MA
Phone
(781) 826-7900
Harmony Family Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
590 Main Street, Hanover, MA
Phone
(781) 871-5156

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hanover, Massachusetts, out of 7 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 Hanover have an average Google rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hanover, 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
Hanover offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Hanover for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hanover 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.