Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Pittsfield, MA
Compare 11 child daycare & preschools in Pittsfield. Average rating: 3.89/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Pittsfield, Massachusetts at a glance
- Programs
- 11
- Avg rating
- 3.89/5
- Parent reviews
- 194
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Pittsfield has 11 licensed child daycare & preschools with 194 parent reviews averaging 3.89/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 38% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 01201 with 21 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pittsfield
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.
- 1Berkshire Children And Families4.48 score4.6(20)
480 West St, Pittsfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Berkshire Children and Families receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the facility's friendly and caring staff, helpful resources, and quality programs. The center appears to serve multiple functions including daycare, preschool, and community support services.
Caring and friendly staffhelpful and professional servicequality preschool programcommunity resources and support services - 2Early Childhood Education Program/Abc School-Age Enrichment4.44 score4.6(14)
165 East St, Pittsfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children
Parents consistently praise this nonprofit early childhood education program for its friendly, trustworthy staff and engaging activities for children from infancy through teens. Families appreciate special events, recreation facilities including a pool and swim program, and the variety of enrichment opportunities available.
Excellent staffengaging activitiesspecial events (festival of treesSaturday programs) - 3Master Hans Us Taekwondo, INC.4.25 score4.5(5)
455 Dalton Ave., Pittsfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children
Master Hans US Taekwondo in Pittsfield receives mostly positive reviews praising the instructors and values-based curriculum. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staff visibility in promotional materials.
Wonderful staffMasters Karen and Jessica highly praisedclean and accessible facilityaccommodates all ability levels - 4Berkshire Family Ymca At Williams3.76 score3.7(20)
50 Bushey Road, Pittsfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 39 children
This YMCA facility in downtown Pittsfield is highly regarded for its well-maintained indoor pool, clean and spacious fitness areas, and friendly staff. Most reviewers praise the renovated facility as a valuable community asset with quality amenities and helpful personnel. Some concerns exist regarding pricing, gym etiquette among members, and outdated men's locker room facilities.
Beautiful historical buildingexcellent indoor pool (largest and best-maintained reviewed)7 lap lanesfree parking available - 5Berkshire Family Ymca @ Allendale3.76 score3.7(20)
180 Connecticut Ave, Pittsfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children
Reviews praise the Berkshire Family YMCA's well-maintained facilities, particularly the indoor pool, gym, and wellness center in a historic downtown building. Staff are described as friendly and helpful. Some concerns raised include membership cost, gym etiquette issues, and neglected men's locker room maintenance.
Excellent indoor poolspacious gym and cardio areafriendly and helpful staffbeautiful wellness center - 6Berkshire Family Ymca At Stearns3.76 score3.7(20)
75 Lebanon Ave., Pittsfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children
This is a well-maintained YMCA facility in a historic downtown Pittsfield building featuring an excellent indoor pool, fitness classes, and wellness center. Staff are generally described as friendly and helpful. Members appreciate the renovated facility as a community asset, though some note concerns about membership costs and facility maintenance issues.
Beautiful historic buildingexcellent indoor pool with multiple lap lanesspotless gym and cardio areafriendly and welcoming staff - 7Berkshire Family Ymca Child Care Program Pfy3.76 score3.7(20)
292 North St, Pittsfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children
Note: Reviews are primarily about the YMCA facility rather than the child care program specifically. The facility is praised for its well-maintained indoor pool, spacious gym, and friendly staff in a renovated historic building. Members appreciate the classes and overall community amenities, though some note concerns about membership costs and facility maintenance in certain areas.
Well-maintained indoor poolspacious gym and weightlifting areasfriendly and helpful staffexcellent fitness classes - 8Berkshire Family Ymca At Egremont3.76 score3.7(20)
84 Egremont Ave., Pittsfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 52 children
This YMCA facility in Pittsfield receives consistently high ratings for its well-maintained indoor pool, spacious fitness areas, and friendly staff. Reviews praise the recently renovated building and quality fitness classes, though some members note concerns about membership costs and facility maintenance details.
well-maintained indoor poolspacious gym and cardio areasfriendly and helpful staffrecently renovated building - 9Berkshire Family Ymca @ Crosby School3.76 score3.7(20)
517 West St, Pittsfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children
Berkshire Family YMCA @ Crosby School is highly regarded for its well-maintained facilities, particularly its superior indoor pool with 7 lap lanes and excellent fitness classes. The facility features a spacious gym, friendly staff, and is described as a valuable community asset in a beautifully renovated historic building. A few concerns include membership costs, gym etiquette issues, and neglected men's locker room facilities.
Well-maintained facilitiesexcellent indoor pool (largest and best-maintained reviewed)spacious gym and cardio areagreat fitness classes and instructors
Rating Distribution
Based on 16 daycares with Google ratings in Pittsfield
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 194 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Pittsfield, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Pittsfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01201 | 21 | 3.89 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Pittsfield (26–177 children)
Small
up to 30 children
6
Medium
31–75 children
9
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
2
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Pittsfield based on parent reviews
Berkshire Children And Families
480 West St, Pittsfield, MA
Berkshire Children and Families receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the facility's friendly and caring staff, helpful resources, and quality programs. The center appears to serve multiple functions including daycare, preschool, and community support services.
Early Childhood Education Program/Abc School-Age Enrichment
165 East St, Pittsfield, MA
Parents consistently praise this nonprofit early childhood education program for its friendly, trustworthy staff and engaging activities for children from infancy through teens. Families appreciate special events, recreation facilities including a pool and swim program, and the variety of enrichment opportunities available.
Kidzone Child Care Educational Center INC.
10 Lyman St, Pittsfield, MA
One parent highlights the professional and caring staff who successfully manage energetic children and maintain a positive environment, while another notes long-term satisfaction with the wonderful staff, nice classrooms, and good food. A third review simply confirms that grandchildren are well cared for at the center.
Master Hans Us Taekwondo, INC.
455 Dalton Ave., Pittsfield, MA
Master Hans US Taekwondo in Pittsfield receives mostly positive reviews praising the instructors and values-based curriculum. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staff visibility in promotional materials.
Building Blocks Early Education Center, INC.
51 Pembroke Avenue, Pittsfield, MA
Ready Set Learn Preschool
133 Dalton Ave, Pittsfield, MA
One parent describes the staff as amazing and highlights a fun learning environment where their son has thrived and felt ready for the next chapter.
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Daycare types in Pittsfield
Child Daycare & Preschools in Pittsfield, Massachusetts
There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, making up 52% of the 21 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 Pittsfield have an average rating of 3.89 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.13 stars. Our analysis covers 194 parent reviews. Parents in Pittsfield most frequently praise daycares for friendly and helpful staff, free parking available, and quality fitness classes.
When choosing a daycare in Pittsfield, 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 Pittsfield
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One parent describes the staff as amazing and highlights a fun learning environment where their son has thrived and felt ready for the next chapter.
- Address
- 133 Dalton Ave, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 464-7155
One parent highlights the professional and caring staff who successfully manage energetic children and maintain a positive environment, while another notes long-term satisfaction with the wonderful staff, nice classrooms, and good food. A third review simply confirms that grandchildren are well cared for at the center.
- Address
- 10 Lyman St, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 448-2366
Berkshire Children and Families receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the facility's friendly and caring staff, helpful resources, and quality programs. The center appears to serve multiple functions including daycare, preschool, and community support services.
- Address
- 480 West St, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 448-8281
Parents consistently praise this nonprofit early childhood education program for its friendly, trustworthy staff and engaging activities for children from infancy through teens. Families appreciate special events, recreation facilities including a pool and swim program, and the variety of enrichment opportunities available.
- Address
- 165 East St, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 442-5174
- Address
- 51 Pembroke Avenue, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 442-0706
Master Hans US Taekwondo in Pittsfield receives mostly positive reviews praising the instructors and values-based curriculum. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staff visibility in promotional materials.
- Address
- 455 Dalton Ave., Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 499-7800
Note: Reviews are primarily about the YMCA facility rather than the child care program specifically. The facility is praised for its well-maintained indoor pool, spacious gym, and friendly staff in a renovated historic building. Members appreciate the classes and overall community amenities, though some note concerns about membership costs and facility maintenance in certain areas.
- Address
- 292 North St, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 499-7650
- Address
- 52 Lincoln St, # 52-54, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 443-4793
- Address
- 217 2nd St, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 447-7971
Parents consistently praise the Boys and Girls Club Children's Center in Pittsfield for its dedicated staff, welcoming environment, and quality programming. Families report their children enjoy the facility's activities including camp, day care, skating, and basketball. Parents appreciate regular app updates with photos and feel their children are well cared for in a safe, fun setting.
- Address
- 16 Melville St, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 442-6106
- Address
- 48 Elizabeth St, Pittsfield, MA
- Phone
- (413) 445-4136
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