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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Shrewsbury, MA

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Shrewsbury. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shrewsbury, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
64
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Shrewsbury has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 64 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01545 zip code, averaging 4.7 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shrewsbury

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
    Up Up And Play Academy
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    910 Boston Turnpike Rd., Shrewsbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children

    Up Up and Play Academy receives universal praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents consistently mention their children's happiness, visible developmental progress, and strong teacher-child relationships. The facility maintains open communication through a daily app and welcomes parental involvement.

    Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming atmospherevisible child development and learningopen communication via app
  2. 2
    School Is Cool Childcare Dba Little Creek Childcare
    4.37 score
    4.5(14)

    314 Grafton St, Shrewsbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    School is Cool Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations in the Shrewsbury/Boston area. Parents highlight the attentive and loving staff, spacious facilities, structured activities, and strong focus on child development and safety. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

    Attentive and caring staffspacious roomsage-appropriate activitiesindoor and outdoor play
  3. 3
    Little Beginnings
    4.18 score
    4.3(7)

    30 Floral St, Shrewsbury, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Beginnings for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Children show noticeable growth and development, with parents feeling confident in their care. The center is well-regarded in the Shrewsbury community for both toddler and preschool programs.

    Caring and dedicated staffchildren's learning and growthstaff knows children by namefriendly atmosphere

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Shrewsbury

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Shrewsbury zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
015456
4.7
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shrewsbury (50–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shrewsbury based on parent reviews

Up Up And Play Academy

4.7(20)

910 Boston Turnpike Rd., Shrewsbury, MA

Up Up and Play Academy receives universal praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents consistently mention their children's happiness, visible developmental progress, and strong teacher-child relationships. The facility maintains open communication through a daily app and welcomes parental involvement.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming atmospherevisible child development and learning

School Is Cool Childcare Dba Little Creek Childcare

4.5(14)

314 Grafton St, Shrewsbury, MA

School is Cool Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations in the Shrewsbury/Boston area. Parents highlight the attentive and loving staff, spacious facilities, structured activities, and strong focus on child development and safety. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Attentive and caring staffspacious roomsage-appropriate activities

Little Beginnings

4.3(7)

30 Floral St, Shrewsbury, MA

Parents consistently praise Little Beginnings for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Children show noticeable growth and development, with parents feeling confident in their care. The center is well-regarded in the Shrewsbury community for both toddler and preschool programs.

Caring and dedicated staffchildren's learning and growthstaff knows children by name

Lilliput Early Childhood Center

5(1)

18 Grafton St, Shrewsbury, MA

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Daycare types in Shrewsbury

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, making up 83% of the 6 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 Shrewsbury have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 64 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury

Showing 5 results

Lilliput Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
18 Grafton St, Shrewsbury, MA
Phone
(508) 842-0430
Up Up And Play Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Up Up and Play Academy receives universal praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents consistently mention their children's happiness, visible developmental progress, and strong teacher-child relationships. The facility maintains open communication through a daily app and welcomes parental involvement.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming atmospherevisible child development and learning
Address
910 Boston Turnpike Rd., Shrewsbury, MA
Phone
(508) 845-8787
School Is Cool Childcare Dba Little Creek Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

School is Cool Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations in the Shrewsbury/Boston area. Parents highlight the attentive and loving staff, spacious facilities, structured activities, and strong focus on child development and safety. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Attentive and caring staffspacious roomsage-appropriate activities
Address
314 Grafton St, Shrewsbury, MA
Phone
(508) 277-4462
Little Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Little Beginnings for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Children show noticeable growth and development, with parents feeling confident in their care. The center is well-regarded in the Shrewsbury community for both toddler and preschool programs.

Caring and dedicated staffchildren's learning and growthstaff knows children by name
Address
30 Floral St, Shrewsbury, MA
Phone
(508) 841-4110
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Shrewsbury for exceptional childcare with caring, attentive staff and strong leadership from director Sara. Families report their children are happy, safe, and thriving developmentally, with excellent daily communication and support for transitions like potty training. Multiple parents with 1-5+ years of enrollment recommend the center highly.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong director leadershipexcellent daily communication and photo updates
Address
177 Main St, Shrewsbury, MA
Phone
(508) 841-9979

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, out of 6 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 Shrewsbury have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Shrewsbury for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shrewsbury 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.