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3 Child Daycare & Preschools in Wakefield, Massachusetts

Browse all 3 child daycare & preschools in Wakefield, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wakefield

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.

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    50 Audubon Rd, Wakefield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 127 children

    Parents consistently praise Magical Beginnings Wakefield as an exceptional daycare with caring, attentive staff and a clean, well-organized facility. Children show strong developmental progress and form positive bonds with teachers. Parents report feeling comfortable and confident leaving their children in this center's care.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitystrong child development and learning outcomeswarm teacher-child relationships

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Wakefield, Massachusetts

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Wakefield, Massachusetts, making up 50% 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.

When choosing a daycare in Wakefield, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Wakefield, Massachusetts, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Wakefield, 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
Wakefield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Wakefield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wakefield 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.