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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Spencer, MA

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Spencer. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Spencer, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.45/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Spencer has 1 licensed child daycare & preschools with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.45/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Spencer

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
    Busy Bs Preschool
    4.35 score
    4.5(12)

    415c Main St., Spencer, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 28 children

    Busy B's Preschool in Spencer receives unanimous praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff who treat children like their own, strong communication, and effective academic preparation for kindergarten. Children are reported to thrive emotionally, physically, and mentally in a safe, nurturing environment.

    Caring and dedicated staffexcellent communicationstrong academic preparation (lettersnumbers
  2. 2
    Dipody Doo Child Learning And Development
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    220 Main St, Spencer, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Dipody Doo receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and child development focus. Children are reported to be excited about attending and parents appreciate daily communication through photos and updates. One negative review reports that a child felt unwelcomed and experienced potential neglect and discrimination.

    Caring and gifted teachersstrong parent-child relationshipsdaily activities and outdoor playfrequent communication with photos and updates

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Spencer

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Spencer (28–73 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Spencer based on parent reviews

Dipody Doo Child Learning And Development

4.4(10)

220 Main St, Spencer, MA

Dipody Doo receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and child development focus. Children are reported to be excited about attending and parents appreciate daily communication through photos and updates. One negative review reports that a child felt unwelcomed and experienced potential neglect and discrimination.

Caring and gifted teachersstrong parent-child relationshipsdaily activities and outdoor play

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Daycare types in Spencer

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Spencer, Massachusetts

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Spencer, Massachusetts, making up 50% of the 2 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 Spencer have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Spencer, 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 Spencer

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Dipody Doo Child Learning And Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Dipody Doo receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and child development focus. Children are reported to be excited about attending and parents appreciate daily communication through photos and updates. One negative review reports that a child felt unwelcomed and experienced potential neglect and discrimination.

Caring and gifted teachersstrong parent-child relationshipsdaily activities and outdoor play
Address
220 Main St, Spencer, MA
Phone
(508) 885-3153

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Spencer, Massachusetts, out of 2 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 Spencer have an average Google rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Spencer, 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
Spencer offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 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 Spencer for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Spencer 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.