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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Swampscott, MA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Swampscott. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Swampscott, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
7
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Swampscott offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Swampscott

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
    The Aleph Academy
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    44 Burrill St, Swampscott, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    The Aleph Academy is a Jewish preschool and toddler program in Swampscott, MA that receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the nurturing, safe environment, caring teachers, and integration of Jewish education and values into the curriculum. Children reportedly arrive happy each day and develop strong social, emotional, and academic skills.

    Nurturing and loving teacherssafe and healthy environmenthands-on and communicative staffintegration of Judaism and Hebrew into curriculum

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Swampscott

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Swampscott (26–105 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Swampscott

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Swampscott, Massachusetts

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Swampscott, Massachusetts, making up 50% of the 4 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 Swampscott have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 7 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Swampscott, 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 Swampscott

Showing 2 results

New Sunrise Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
646 Humprey Street, Swampscott, MA
Phone
(781) 913-1170
Teremok, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
172 Burrell St, Swampscott, MA
Phone
(781) 599-2322

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Swampscott, Massachusetts, out of 4 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 Swampscott have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Swampscott, 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
Swampscott offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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.
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 Swampscott for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Swampscott 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.