Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Waltham, MA

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waltham

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

   Waltham Day Care Center

   4.5 score

   5(5)

   50 Church Street, Waltham, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 39 children

   Waltham Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the genuine care and individual attention caregivers provide to each child. Parents report positive long-term experiences, with children developing a love of learning in a nurturing environment. The facility is described as the best daycare option in the Waltham area.

   Caring and loving staffindividualized approach to each childfosters love of learninglong-standing reputation
2. 2

   Ymca Children'S Center Waltham

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   725 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

   Reviews are positive overall, though most comments focus on the YMCA gym facilities rather than the daycare center itself. Parents praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and variety of amenities including pools, fitness classes, and childcare options.

   Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffwell-maintained poolvariety of fitness classes
3. 3

   The Children'S Workshop

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   475 Winter Street, Waltham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

   Parents consistently praise The Children's Workshop (Cadence Academy) in Waltham for its caring, communicative staff and warm, nurturing environment. Children reportedly transition smoothly between age groups and show enthusiasm for attending. The facility offers engaging curriculum, outdoor play space, and enrichment activities like storytelling and gym classes.

   Affectionate and experienced staffsmooth transitions between classroomsengaging curriculum with art projects and educational activitiesoutdoor play space with weather protection
4. 4

   Waltham Child Care Center

   4.28 score

   4.4(12)

   760 Main St, Waltham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

   Waltham Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, loving staff and family-like environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress through well-planned activities and community outings. The center is noted for affordable pricing, cleanliness, strong leadership, and a supportive approach to parental concerns.

   Caring and loving staffstrong developmental supportage-approp
5. 5

   Children First At The Mass Medical Society

   4.15 score

   4.3(5)

   860 Winter St, Waltham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

   Reviews are mixed and largely off-topic. Most positive reviews praise food quality and facility appearance, while one parent reported their daughter had a good experience. One negative review criticizes the center for addressing non-medical issues and lacking professionalism.

   Good cafeteria foodattractive facilitypositive child experience
6. 6

   The Little Souls Center For Children

   4.15 score

   4.3(5)

   200 Fifth Avenue, Waltham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

   Parents praise Little Souls for its creative, engaging learning environment, excellent outdoor facilities, and attentive, well-educated staff who foster children's development across multiple areas. However, one parent reported significant difficulties obtaining a deposit refund despite multiple attempts to contact the center over several months.

   Organic foodlarge playgroundseasonal activitiesdaily email updates

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