How do I choose the right daycare in Winchester?

When choosing a daycare in Winchester, 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

What types of daycare are available in Winchester?

Winchester offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities Church Daycare — 4 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Winchester, Massachusetts (5 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Massachusetts?

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 Winchester for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Winchester

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.

Creative Corner Children'S Learning Center,INC.

4.54 score

4.7(17)

11 Sheridan Cir, Winchester, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 231 children

Creative Corner Children's Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, enriching curriculum, strong kindergarten preparation, and supportive community environment. Children reportedly wake up excited to attend and show significant academic and social growth.

Experienced and passionate teachersnurturing and patient staffstrong kindergarten preparationSTEAM curriculum

Winchester School Of Chinese Culture Afterschool Program Site 2

3.45 score

3.1(8)

21 Church St, Winchester, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

Parents praise the dedicated teachers and caring environment, with children enjoying the after-school program. However, there are serious safety concerns regarding child supervision during field trips, with at least one incident involving a lost child at a zoo.

Caring and responsible teacherschildren enjoy attendingvolunteer-run organization supporting Chinese culture and language education

Winchester School Of Chinese Culture After School Program

3.45 score

3.1(8)

478 Main St, Winchester, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 39 children

Winchester School of Chinese Culture After School Program receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise caring and responsible teachers and positive experiences in the program. However, serious safety concerns have been raised regarding inadequate supervision during field trips, including an incident where a young child was lost at Franklin Zoo Park.

caring and responsible teachersengaging after-school programpromotes Chinese culture and language

Child Daycare & Preschools in Winchester, Massachusetts

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Winchester, Massachusetts, making up 50% of the 10 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 Winchester, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Winchester, Massachusetts, out of 10 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 Winchester, 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

Winchester offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 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 Winchester for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Winchester 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.

5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Winchester, Massachusetts

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Winchester

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Creative Corner Children'S Learning Center,INC.

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