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11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Natick, Massachusetts

Browse all 11 child daycare & preschools in Natick, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Natick

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
    Wellesley Cooperative Nursery School
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    5 Merrill Rd, Natick, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 37 children

    Wellesley Cooperative Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring teachers, nurturing environment, and play-based curriculum. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending school and demonstrate strong social and emotional growth. Parents highlight the warm community atmosphere and appreciate the school's emphasis on parent involvement and involvement.

    Caring and patient teachersplay-based curriculumnurturing environmentengaging age-appropriate activities
  2. 2
    Gardengate Academy
    4.55 score
    4.7(19)

    249 North Main St., Natick, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Gardengate Academy is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Natick with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, engaged staff, strong communication, enriching curriculum, and warm community atmosphere. Leadership changes under new director Yahshannah have been well-received, with parents noting the center feels like an extension of their family.

    caring and loving teachersstrong daily communication with photos/videos via appenriching activit
  3. 3
    Salmon Centers For Early Education
    4.55 score
    4.9(8)

    3 Vision Dr, Natick, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Salmon Centers for Early Education in Natick receives consistently high praise from parents who describe an overwhelmingly positive experience. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, structured yet nurturing environment, and strong leadership. The center is particularly noted for its unique intergenerational program connecting children with elderly residents at Whitney Place.

    caring and genuine staffstrong leadership (Director Shirley and Assistant Director Ann Marie)safe and loving environmentengaging curriculum
  4. 4
    Next Generation Childrens Center Of Natick, LLC
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    15 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

    Parents consistently praise Next Generation Children's Center of Natick for its caring, skilled staff, educational quality, and safe environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate noticeable developmental progress across multiple areas. Families appreciate convenient amenities like on-site meals, laundry service, and daily app communication.

    Caring and skilled teacherschild enthusiasm for attendingdevelopmental progresson-site chef and meal service
  5. 5
    Community Montessori School
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    13 Common St, Natick, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    Community Montessori School in Natick receives mostly positive reviews praising the Montessori curriculum, caring teachers, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. However, one parent reported a traumatic experience involving inappropriate teacher conduct, dismissive handling of concerns by administration, and unsafe infant care practices.

    Montessori curriculum effectivenessquick literacy and math developmentkind and loving teachershands-on activities fostering independence

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Natick based on parent reviews

Gardengate Academy

4.7(19)

249 North Main St., Natick, MA

Gardengate Academy is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Natick with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, engaged staff, strong communication, enriching curriculum, and warm community atmosphere. Leadership changes under new director Yahshannah have been well-received, with parents noting the center feels like an extension of their family.

caring and loving teachersstrong daily communication with photos/videos via appenriching activit

Salmon Centers For Early Education

4.9(8)

3 Vision Dr, Natick, MA

Salmon Centers for Early Education in Natick receives consistently high praise from parents who describe an overwhelmingly positive experience. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, structured yet nurturing environment, and strong leadership. The center is particularly noted for its unique intergenerational program connecting children with elderly residents at Whitney Place.

caring and genuine staffstrong leadership (Director Shirley and Assistant Director Ann Marie)safe and loving environment

Next Generation Childrens Center Of Natick, LLC

4.5(20)

15 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA

Parents consistently praise Next Generation Children's Center of Natick for its caring, skilled staff, educational quality, and safe environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate noticeable developmental progress across multiple areas. Families appreciate convenient amenities like on-site meals, laundry service, and daily app communication.

Caring and skilled teacherschild enthusiasm for attendingdevelopmental progress

Bright Beginnings Children'S Center

5(3)

214 N. Main St., Suite 100, Natick, MA

Mini-Miracles Child Care Center

4.5(3)

6 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA

Le Petit Monde Day Care

5(1)

2 Mill St, Natick, MA

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Daycare types in Natick

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Natick, Massachusetts

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Natick, Massachusetts, making up 69% of the 16 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 Natick, 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 Natick

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Bright Beginnings Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
214 N. Main St., Suite 100, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 650-3870
Le Petit Monde Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2 Mill St, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 647-3164
Salmon Centers For Early Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Salmon Centers for Early Education in Natick receives consistently high praise from parents who describe an overwhelmingly positive experience. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, structured yet nurturing environment, and strong leadership. The center is particularly noted for its unique intergenerational program connecting children with elderly residents at Whitney Place.

caring and genuine staffstrong leadership (Director Shirley and Assistant Director Ann Marie)safe and loving environment
Address
3 Vision Dr, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 651-9306
Gardengate Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Gardengate Academy is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Natick with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, engaged staff, strong communication, enriching curriculum, and warm community atmosphere. Leadership changes under new director Yahshannah have been well-received, with parents noting the center feels like an extension of their family.

caring and loving teachersstrong daily communication with photos/videos via appenriching activit
Address
249 North Main St., Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 720-0033
Mini-Miracles Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
6 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 650-5901
Next Generation Childrens Center Of Natick, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Next Generation Children's Center of Natick for its caring, skilled staff, educational quality, and safe environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate noticeable developmental progress across multiple areas. Families appreciate convenient amenities like on-site meals, laundry service, and daily app communication.

Caring and skilled teacherschild enthusiasm for attendingdevelopmental progress
Address
15 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 655-6600
The Tobin Children'S School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
71 Cottage St, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 653-6300
Kids Wonderland Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9 Tech Circle, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 655-0100
Later Longfellow
Child Daycare & Preschools

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Longfellow Health Club, a gym/fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, modern facilities, diverse classes, and welcoming community atmosphere. Members report high satisfaction with equipment, pool facilities, and long-term staff retention.

Friendly and responsive staffmodern and well-maintained equipmentdiverse class offerings
Address
203 Oak St, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 653-4633
Metrowest Ymca Schools Out Natick
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
90 Oak St., Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 879-4420 EXT 42
Bright Horizons @ Natick
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons at Natick receives universal praise from parents across all age groups. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, individualized attention, strong curriculum, and safe learning environment. Children show significant developmental growth and are happy to attend.

Caring and dedicated teachersindividualized attentionstrong curriculum
Address
313 Speen St, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 647-4076

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Natick, Massachusetts, out of 16 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 Natick, 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
Natick offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Natick for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Natick 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.