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1,314 Child Daycare & Preschools in Massachusetts

Browse 1,314 child daycare & preschools across Massachusetts. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Massachusetts

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Massachusetts can make the decision-making process smoother.

Massachusetts has about 2,166 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Massachusetts. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Massachusetts

There are 2,166 daycares in Massachusetts: 81 headstart facilities, 515 before/after school centers, 256 religious facility daycares, and 1,314 childcare and preschool centers.

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Little Flyers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Flyers Learning Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and accommodating owner Cher, attentive teachers, strong child development, excellent communication, and clean, well-organized facilities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show significant academic and personal growth.

Caring and accommodating ownerinvested and patient teachersstrong academic and personal development
Address
691 Broadway, Raynham, MA
Phone
(508) 967-7602
Little Panda Early Learning And Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Panda Early Learning and Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on its caring and attentive staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and strong Mandarin language immersion program. Parents highlight the center's special enrichment activities, professional operations, and the emotional bonds their children develop with teachers.

caring and attentive staffclean facilitiesorganized environment
Address
285 Tremont Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 423-0500
Little Sprout Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Sprout Academy receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing teachers and owners who genuinely invest in each child's development. Parents highlight the balanced approach to education that combines academics with creative play, outdoor activities, and social-emotional growth, while also appreciating the homemade, healthy meals provided daily.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong academic
Address
435 North Main Street, Sharon, MA
Phone
(781) 690-1759
Ready Set Kids Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Ready Set Kids is highly rated by parents across multiple programs including afterschool care, preschool, summer camp, and enrichment classes. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, low turnover, engaging curriculum, and strong sense of community. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in their care.

Warm and caring stafflow staff turnoverindividualized attention to children
Address
284 Broadway, Arlington, MA
Phone
(781) 646-3824
Curious Kids Child Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Curious Kids Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as warm, caring, and genuinely invested in children's development. Parents highlight the clean facility, structured learning activities, daily photo updates via app, and strong kindergarten preparation. One parent noted excellent programs but mentioned concerns about parking limitations and event timing.

Warm and caring staffclean facilitydaily photo updates and written feedback
Address
2 Coolidge St, Hudson, MA
Phone
(978) 562-3001
Knowledge Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Knowledge Beginnings in Maynard receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong communication, curriculum-based learning activities, and safe facility. Children are reported to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically at the center.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication between teachers and parentsstructured environment with consistency
Address
4 Mill And Main Place, Maynard, MA
Phone
(978) 461-6044
Miss Tanya'S Woodland School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Miss Tanya's Woodland School for its warm, nurturing environment and exceptional teachers who make children feel loved and special. The school is highlighted for its emphasis on outdoor play, hands-on activities, creative curriculum, and enrichment programs, with families noting excellent transitions for new students and strong academic preparation.

Caring and nurturing teachersoutdoor play emphasishands-on activities
Address
7 Washington St, Westborough, MA
Phone
(508) 366-5700
Discovery Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Discovery Day in Plainville receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental growth they observe in their children. Families highlight smooth transitions to daycare, excellent communication through photos and updates, and a welcoming, safe environment.

Caring and competent staffeffective communication with parentschild development and learning progress
Address
25 Messenger Street, Plainville, MA
Phone
(508) 643-3399
Little Children School House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Children Schoolhouse receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and warm, family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight the school's thoughtful curriculum, engaging activities, and strong leadership. Families report their children thrived and formed lasting bonds with teachers, with many expressing sadness upon leaving.

Caring and experienced staff with long tenurewarm and nurturing environmentengaging
Address
306 Washington Street, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 734-5091
Haverhill Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Haverhill Day Care Center for its caring, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Staff demonstrate genuine dedication through long tenure, personalized attention, and willingness to go above and beyond for families. Children reportedly transition well to kindergarten and form lasting friendships while enjoying quality meals and engaging educational activities.

Loving and nurturing staffstrong academic and social preparation for kindergartenorganized programs
Address
367 S Main St, Bradford, MA
Phone
(978) 372-3901
Next Generation Children'S Center Of Beverly, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise NGCC Beverly as an excellent, well-run daycare with nurturing and stimulating environments across all age groups. Families highlight the caring and educated staff, strong curriculum, convenient services, and smooth transitions. Many families have remained for multiple years and multiple children.

Experienced and passionate teacherssafe and enriching environmentallergy/food safety protocols
Address
232 Essex Street, Beverly, MA
Phone
(978) 202-4100
Next Generation Children'S Center Of Andover, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Next Generation Children's Center for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated staff who treat children like family. The center is noted for strong academic curriculum, excellent communication with parents, and child development across emotional, social, and intellectual areas. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting parent satisfaction with care quality and staff professionalism.

Warm and nurturing environmenthighly dedicated and professional staffstrong academic curriculum
Address
516 So. Main Street, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 475-8010
Pamet After-School (Truro Recreation)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise this playground facility as one of the best they've visited, featuring well-maintained nautical-themed equipment suitable for all ages from toddlers to older children. The space offers multiple play areas including a toddler section, climbing structures, swings, slides, and an adult workout area, with ample shaded seating and picnic tables throughout.

Beautiful and well-kept facilityage-appropriate sections for toddlers and older childrenwheelchair accessible equipment
Address
7 Standish Way, North Truro, MA
Phone
(508) 487-1632
U. S. Taekwondo Norwood
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

U.S. Taekwondo Norwood receives consistently high praise from parents for its skilled instructors and supportive learning environment. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's confidence, discipline, respect, and physical skills. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, welcoming community atmosphere, and the instructors' caring, personalized approach to teaching both martial arts and character development.

Skilled and patient instructorsimproved student confidence and communication skillsstrong emphasis on discipline and respect
Address
20 Broadway, Norwood, MA
Phone
(781) 856-1171
Salmon Centers For Early Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Salmon Centers for Early Education in Natick receives consistently high praise from parents who describe an overwhelmingly positive experience. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, structured yet nurturing environment, and strong leadership. The center is particularly noted for its unique intergenerational program connecting children with elderly residents at Whitney Place.

caring and genuine staffstrong leadership (Director Shirley and Assistant Director Ann Marie)safe and loving environment
Address
3 Vision Dr, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 651-9306
Garden Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Garden Cooperative Nursery School for its experienced, attentive teachers, play-based emergent curriculum, and strong emphasis on social-emotional development. The cooperative structure fosters an active, inclusive parent community where families feel welcomed and supported. Children are reported to be excited about attending and well-prepared for elementary school.

Experienced and professional teacherswarm and welcoming communityplay-based learning approach
Address
24a Farwell Place, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 354-4229
The Creative Kids Studio, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Creative Kids Studio in Newton, Massachusetts receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring teachers, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally in this warm, well-run environment.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong staff leadership (Inga and Alex)engaging activities (art
Address
49 Winchester Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 335-0085
Lees Taekwondo At Chicopee
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Lee's Taekwondo at Chicopee is a highly-rated after-school and summer camp program that combines academics, martial arts training, and recreational activities. Parents consistently praise the friendly and professional staff, clean facility, strong communication, and individualized care for children. The program is noted as reliable and engaging, with many children developing a genuine love for attending.

Friendly and caring staffclean and organized facilitystrong parent communication
Address
82 Main St., Chicopee, MA
Phone
(413) 331-3363
Little Children Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Children Schoolhouse receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the genuinely caring and experienced teaching staff, warm family-like atmosphere, and thoughtful curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the center's leadership, particularly Gladys, and note that children thrive in the well-designed, nurturing environment. Families express deep satisfaction and sadness upon leaving the center.

Caring and experienced staff with long tenurewarm and nurturing environmentfamily-like atmosphere
Address
25 Holden Street, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 734-5092
First Path Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

First Path Day Care Center in Watertown receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the director Sasha's attentiveness and involvement, the caring and energetic teaching staff, personalized child care approach, and strong focus on love and emotional development alongside learning.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Sasha's involvement and knowledge of each childpersonalized approach to indiv
Address
25 Whites Ave, Watertown, MA
Phone
(617) 926-4690
Cowlicks Pigtails Child Care Center Two
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Cowlicks & Pigtails Child Care Center Two in East Bridgewater receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff, strong communication, engaging activities, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple parents note smooth transitions and developmental growth for their children across all age groups.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication between teachers and parentsengaging and creative activities/projects
Address
392 Pleasant Street, East Bridgewater, MA
Phone
(508) 857-3711
Wee Little Munchkins LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Wee Little Munchkins is highly regarded by parents for its caring, dedicated staff who treat children as family members. Parents consistently praise the center's communication with families, engaging educational activities, and safe, nurturing environment across all age groups from infants through pre-K.

Attentive and caring staffstrong parent communication with daily photosage-appropriate educational activities and art projects
Address
26 Main Street, Lakeville, MA
Phone
(508) 946-0404
Cowlicks Pigtails Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Cowlicks & Pigtails Child Care Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, family-like atmosphere and exceptional staff. Parents highlight strong communication, engaging activities, and smooth transitions for children of all ages, from infants to kindergarten. The owner and teachers are noted for their dedication, accessibility, and individualized attention to each child's needs.

Warm and welcoming staffstrong parent-teacher communicationengaging and creative activities
Address
395 West Street, West Bridgewater, MA
Phone
(508) 559-0059
Little Folks Community Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
65 Trenton Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 569-0294
Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Tender Loving Care Woburn for its warm, attentive staff who genuinely care for children's development and wellbeing. The facility is noted for engaging activities, regular communication with parents (including camera access), reasonable pricing, and a welcoming, family-like environment. All reviewers would recommend the center, with particular praise for director Michelle and the supportive enrollment process.

warm and caring staffattentive teachersengaging activities and learning opportunities
Address
23 Warren Ave, #180, Woburn, MA
Phone
(781) 281-2983
Next Generation Childrens Center Of Westford, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NEXT GENERATION CHILDRENS CENTER OF WESTFORD consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the center's nurturing environment, professional staff, and strong leadership. Parents report their children have thrived developmentally and socially, with excellent communication and daily engagement between staff and families. The center is described as well-run, welcoming, and a standout compared to other daycare options.

Nurturing and caring environmentPro
Address
11 Powers Rd, Westford, MA
Phone
(978) 692-1030
Next Generation Childrens Center Of Westford, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NEXT GENERATION CHILDRENS CENTER OF WESTFORD receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, professional and caring staff, strong leadership, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. Families highlight the welcoming community atmosphere and reliable operations, even during challenging periods.

Professional and caring teachersnurturing environmentstrong leadership (Debbie
Address
9 Powers Rd, Westford, MA
Phone
(978) 692-1030
The Kiddie Lodge
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise First Circle Framingham for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-like environment. The center offers a well-designed curriculum with enrichment activities like music and yoga, and provides regular communication with families through photos and progress reports. Children are reported to be happy, confident, and excited to attend.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm family-like atmosphereexperienced staff across all age groups
Address
27 Cherry St, Framingham, MA
Phone
(508) 875-4215
Little Sprouts - Wilmington
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Sprouts Wilmington receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, competent teachers and director, noting their children thrive in the center's structured yet creative learning environment. Families report feeling confident in their children's care and appreciate the regular communication and developmental progress.

Experienced and caring staff retained long-termstructured curriculum with creative activitiesregular photo updates and communication
Address
310 Lowell St, Wilmington, MA
Phone
(978) 658-2680
Iba'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

IBA's Preschool receives unanimous 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and bilingual learning environment. Parents highlight the center's exceptional support for children with special needs, strong curriculum, and affordability, with children showing enthusiasm for attending daily.

Caring and compassionate staffbilingual education (English/Spanish)strong academic curriculum
Address
85 West Newton Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 927-1741

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,314 child daycare & preschools daycares across Massachusetts. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Massachusetts are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Massachusetts's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Massachusetts, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Massachusetts sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Massachusetts vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.