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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Swansea, MA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Swansea. Average rating: 4.43/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Swansea, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.43/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Swansea has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.43/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02777 zip code, averaging 4.43 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Swansea

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
    Happy Feet Preschool
    4.38 score
    4.5(15)

    457 Milford Road, Swansea, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Happy Feet Preschool in Swansea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and significant improvements under new ownership, particularly regarding cleanliness, professionalism, and organization. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically, with parents noting their comfort leaving their children in this environment.

    caring and patient staffengaging activities and curriculumclean facilityresponsive owner and staff
  2. 2
    Live And Learn Child Care
    3.9 score
    3.8(5)

    98 Ledge Road, Swansea, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Live and Learn Child Care receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and family-like environment. Multiple reviewers report long-term enrollment and recommend the center. However, one review raises concerns about disorganization, cleanliness, and management.

    caring and attentive staffwarm and family-friendly environmentgood teacher-parent communicationclean and safe facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Swansea

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.15avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Swansea zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
027775
4.43
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Swansea (20–70 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Swansea based on parent reviews

Happy Feet Preschool

4.5(15)

457 Milford Road, Swansea, MA

Happy Feet Preschool in Swansea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and significant improvements under new ownership, particularly regarding cleanliness, professionalism, and organization. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically, with parents noting their comfort leaving their children in this environment.

caring and patient staffengaging activities and curriculumclean facility

Live And Learn Child Care

3.8(5)

98 Ledge Road, Swansea, MA

Live and Learn Child Care receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and family-like environment. Multiple reviewers report long-term enrollment and recommend the center. However, one review raises concerns about disorganization, cleanliness, and management.

caring and attentive staffwarm and family-friendly environmentgood teacher-parent communication

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Daycare types in Swansea

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Swansea, Massachusetts

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Swansea, Massachusetts, making up 40% of the 5 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 Swansea have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Swansea, 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 Swansea

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Happy Feet Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Happy Feet Preschool in Swansea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and significant improvements under new ownership, particularly regarding cleanliness, professionalism, and organization. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically, with parents noting their comfort leaving their children in this environment.

caring and patient staffengaging activities and curriculumclean facility
Address
457 Milford Road, Swansea, MA
Phone
(508) 672-1220
Live And Learn Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Live and Learn Child Care receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and family-like environment. Multiple reviewers report long-term enrollment and recommend the center. However, one review raises concerns about disorganization, cleanliness, and management.

caring and attentive staffwarm and family-friendly environmentgood teacher-parent communication
Address
98 Ledge Road, Swansea, MA
Phone
(508) 617-8886

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Swansea, Massachusetts, out of 5 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 Swansea have an average Google rating of 4.43 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Swansea, 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
Swansea offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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.
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 Swansea for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Swansea 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.