How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Norwood, Massachusetts?

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Norwood, Massachusetts, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Norwood?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Norwood have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Norwood?

When choosing a daycare in Norwood, 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 Norwood?

Norwood offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 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.

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 Norwood for current pricing.

Are daycares in Norwood licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Norwood 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Norwood, MA — Compare 5+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Norwood

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
U. S. Taekwondo Norwood
4.72 score
4.9(20)
20 Broadway, Norwood, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children
U.S. Taekwondo Norwood receives consistently high praise from parents for its skilled instructors and supportive learning environment. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's confidence, discipline, respect, and physical skills. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, welcoming community atmosphere, and the instructors' caring, personalized approach to teaching both martial arts and character development.
Skilled and patient instructorsimproved student confidence and communication skillsstrong emphasis on discipline and respectwelcoming family-like community
2
The Children'S Workshop
4.64 score
4.8(20)
884 Washington St, Norwood, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children
Parents consistently praise THE CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP (Cadence Academy) for its nurturing, supportive environment and strong staff. Reviews highlight excellent teacher-student relationships, structured curriculum, clear parent communication, and provided meals. Children are described as thriving academically and socially.
Caring and attentive teachersoutstanding curriculumstrong leadershipclean and organized facility
3
Neponset Valley Child Care
3.85 score
3.7(5)
110 Kerry Place, Norwood, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
Neponset Valley Child Care receives polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the experienced, long-term staff, family-like atmosphere, strong sense of community, and affordability. However, negative reviews cite serious concerns including neglect of infants, staff rudeness toward children, lack of cultural inclusion, and dismissive management responses to parent concerns.
Experienced and tenured staff with low turnoverfamily-like atmospherepersonalized attentionaffordability compared to competitors

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Norwood

4.5 - 5.0

4

4.0 - 4.4

0

3.0 - 3.9

1

Below 3

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Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

Church Daycare

Headstart Programs

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Norwood zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
02062	8	4.6	4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Norwood (26–160 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Norwood based on parent reviews

U. S. Taekwondo Norwood

4.9(20)

20 Broadway, Norwood, MA

U.S. Taekwondo Norwood receives consistently high praise from parents for its skilled instructors and supportive learning environment. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's confidence, discipline, respect, and physical skills. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, welcoming community atmosphere, and the instructors' caring, personalized approach to teaching both martial arts and character development.

Skilled and patient instructorsimproved student confidence and communication skillsstrong emphasis on discipline and respect

The Children'S Workshop

4.8(20)

884 Washington St, Norwood, MA

Parents consistently praise THE CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP (Cadence Academy) for its nurturing, supportive environment and strong staff. Reviews highlight excellent teacher-student relationships, structured curriculum, clear parent communication, and provided meals. Children are described as thriving academically and socially.

Caring and attentive teachersoutstanding curriculumstrong leadership

Kinderbook INC

4.6(4)

100 Buckminster Drive, Norwood, MA

Parents describe a supportive environment with consistent, experienced staff and strong communication, noting successful transitions to kindergarten and enjoyable extracurricular activities. While one family experienced a difficult initial transition, the overall sentiment is positive, with families feeling like part of a diverse and welcoming community.

Kindpatientand caring staff

Neponset Valley Child Care

3.7(5)

110 Kerry Place, Norwood, MA

Neponset Valley Child Care receives polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the experienced, long-term staff, family-like atmosphere, strong sense of community, and affordability. However, negative reviews cite serious concerns including neglect of infants, staff rudeness toward children, lack of cultural inclusion, and dismissive management responses to parent concerns.

Experienced and tenured staff with low turnoverfamily-like atmospherepersonalized attention

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Norwood, Massachusetts

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Norwood, Massachusetts, making up 63% of the 8 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 Norwood have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 72 parent reviews.

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

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Norwood, MA

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