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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hingham, MA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Hingham. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hingham, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Hingham has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 23 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hingham

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
    Sandcastles Child Care & Learning Center
    3.71 score
    3.5(7)

    313 East St, Hingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    Sandcastles has highly satisfied long-term families who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and health/safety practices. However, several prospective families reported poor communication and unprofessional interactions during the enrollment inquiry process.

    Caring and experienced staffstrong early education preparation for elementary schoollong-tenured teachershealth and safety prioritization

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Hingham

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

3.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hingham zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
020437
4.3
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hingham (30–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hingham based on parent reviews

Tiny Steps Learning Center

5(1)

165 Beal Street, Hingham, MA

One parent describes a positive experience with the owner and staff, noting that many families choose this center and their children appear happy. The feedback highlights the satisfaction of families who send their children here.

happy childrensatisfied familiesapproachable staff

Wilder Memorial Nursery School

5(1)

666 Main St, Hingham, MA

Sandcastles Child Care & Learning Center

3.5(7)

313 East St, Hingham, MA

Sandcastles has highly satisfied long-term families who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and health/safety practices. However, several prospective families reported poor communication and unprofessional interactions during the enrollment inquiry process.

Caring and experienced staffstrong early education preparation for elementary schoollong-tenured teachers

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Daycare types in Hingham

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Hingham, Massachusetts

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Hingham, 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 Hingham have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hingham, 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 Hingham

Showing 5 results

Tiny Steps Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes a positive experience with the owner and staff, noting that many families choose this center and their children appear happy. The feedback highlights the satisfaction of families who send their children here.

happy childrensatisfied familiesapproachable staff
Address
165 Beal Street, Hingham, MA
Phone
(781) 740-8274
Wilder Memorial Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
666 Main St, Hingham, MA
Phone
(781) 749-3518
Sandcastles Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Sandcastles has highly satisfied long-term families who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and health/safety practices. However, several prospective families reported poor communication and unprofessional interactions during the enrollment inquiry process.

Caring and experienced staffstrong early education preparation for elementary schoollong-tenured teachers
Address
313 East St, Hingham, MA
Phone
(781) 741-9995
Preschool Playmates
Child Daycare & Preschools

Preschool Playmates in Hingham receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple families. Parents praise the nurturing environment, dedicated staff, strong emphasis on reading and play-based learning, and success in preparing children academically and socially for kindergarten. Many families have enrolled multiple children and maintain relationships with staff years after graduation.

Caring and dedicated teacherswarm and welcoming atmospherestrong emphasis on reading and literacy
Address
204 Whiting Street, Hingham, MA
Phone
(781) 749-2109
Old Colony Montessori School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
247 Gardner St, Hingham, MA
Phone
(781) 749-3698

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hingham, 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 Hingham have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hingham, 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
Hingham offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Hingham for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hingham 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.