How do I choose the right daycare in Marshfield?

When choosing a daycare in Marshfield, 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

What types of daycare are available in Marshfield?

Marshfield offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 6 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Marshfield, Massachusetts (3 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Massachusetts?

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 Marshfield for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marshfield

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.

Pudding Hill Preschool

4.55 score

5(6)

185 Plain St, Marshfield, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 55 children

Pudding Hill Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all six reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the Montessori-based curriculum, nurturing environment, experienced staff, and hands-on learning opportunities including outdoor exploration. The school is credited with helping children develop confidence, independence, and school readiness while building strong relationships with families.

Montessori-based learning approachwarm and welcoming staffexperienced educators from Bay Farm Montessorinurturing environment

Cherubs Child Development Center

4.46 score

4.6(16)

260 Main Street, Marshfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

Cherubs Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who value its family-owned atmosphere, caring staff, and flexible scheduling options. Parents appreciate the combination of personalized attention with the structure and oversight of a center-based facility, and children are reported to enjoy attending daily.

Caring and kind staffflexible scheduling and hours (open until 6:00 pm)family-owned environmentstrong curriculum and communication

Marshfield Recreation Extended Day At M.E.S.

4.32 score

4.4(20)

257 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 39 children

Parents praise Marshfield Recreation Extended Day at M.E.S. as an excellent facility with well-maintained grounds and recreational activities. The program offers affordable camps with appealing field trips to the beach or bowling on alternating Wednesdays. The location features popular sledding hills, hiking trails, a river, and a recently renovated fenced playground that serves families year-round.

Affordable campsscenic trailsriver accessexcellent sledding hills with safety features

Child Daycare & Preschools in Marshfield, Massachusetts

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Marshfield, Massachusetts, making up 27% 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.

When choosing a daycare in Marshfield, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Marshfield, Massachusetts, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Marshfield, 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

Marshfield offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Marshfield for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Marshfield 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.

3 Child Daycare & Preschools in Marshfield, Massachusetts

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marshfield

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Cherubs Child Development Center

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