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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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Magical Beginnings River Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Magical Beginnings River Academy for its warm, family-like environment and highly professional staff. Children show strong developmental progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending school. Parents report excellent communication between home and school, clean facilities, and responsive leadership.

Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilitiesstrong developmental progress in children
Address
16 River Street, Middleton, MA
Phone
(978) 729-2585
Cape Cod Conservatory Of Music & Arts Preschool -Falmouth
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This preschool and conservatory facility receives mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the instructors, programs, and facility amenities, while a small number report serious issues with management practices and customer service failures including cancelled lessons and refund delays.

Excellent instructorsquality preschool and music programsterrific teachers
Address
60 Highfield Dr, Falmouth, MA
Phone
(508) 540-0611
The Children'S Workshop
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Little Stars Learning Center for its caring, dedicated staff, structured curriculum, and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent communication, cleanliness, healthy meals, and a variety of educational activities. Multiple parents report smooth transitions and strong child development outcomes.

Caring and dedicated staffage-appropriate curriculumexcellent parent communication with daily photos/updates
Address
434 Route134, South Dennis, MA
Phone
(508) 760-2772
School Is Cool Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

School is Cool Child Care in Brookline receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple review cycles. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, spacious facilities, structured activities, and strong child development outcomes. The center operates multiple locations and accepts children from infants through pre-kindergarten age.

Loving and attentive staffspacious roomsindoor and outdoor play areas
Address
115 Marion Street, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 232-5600
Charles River Ymca Out Of School Time Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Charles River YMCA Out of School Time Program in Needham receives consistently high praise from parents and members. The facility is noted for its clean, bright environment, friendly staff, and community-focused atmosphere. Parents appreciate the variety of classes, activities, and services offered, including exceptional swimming lessons and adaptive programs.

Clean and bright facilityfriendly and welcoming staffcommunity-based feel
Address
863 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA
Phone
(781) 444-6400 EXT 236
Martha'S Vineyard Comm Serv Child Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Martha's Vineyard Community Services Child Center receives mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the staff, facilities, and comprehensive services, with particular mentions of helpful employees. However, a small number of reviews report negative experiences regarding staff behavior and judgment.

Friendly and helpful staffcomprehensive facilities including swimming pool and exercise areaspositive impact on families
Address
111 Edgartown Rd, Vineyard Hvn, MA
Phone
(508) 693-7900 EXT 280
Mini-Miracles Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
6 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 650-5901
Haverhill Ymca Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise the Haverhill YMCA afterschool program for its welcoming, inclusive environment and dedicated staff who go above and beyond. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and offering diverse activities including adaptive swimming programs. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and eager to attend.

Friendly and caring staffinclusive community atmosphereclean and organized facility
Address
81 Winter St, Haverhill, MA
Phone
(978) 374-0596
Andover/No.Andover Ymca Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This appears to be a YMCA facility rather than a dedicated daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (9 five-star ratings, 2 four-star ratings) and focus on the gym, pools, and fitness amenities rather than childcare services. Parents appreciate the facility's cleanliness, variety of programs, and welcoming staff.

Modern and newly expanded facilitymultiple poolsexcellent childcare services
Address
165 Haverhill St, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 725-6681
Y Academy Lynn
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
20 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA
Phone
(781) 581-3105
Amy'S Cozy Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Amy's Cozy Corner receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, nurturing environment and the owner Amy's involvement and flexibility. Parents highlight strong staff quality, good child development outcomes, and a welcoming community atmosphere. One negative review criticizes the owner's responsiveness to concerns.

Caring and nurturing staffowner actively engaged with children and parentsflexible scheduling accommodation
Address
13r Bessom St, Ste 7, Marblehead, MA
Phone
(781) 631-2226
Ywca @ Arlington Mills Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
530 Broadway Street, Lawrence, MA
Phone
(978) 332-9061
Sunkissed Acorns
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Sunkissed Acorns receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 five-star reviews praising the caring staff, creative programming, and nurturing environment. One parent gave a 2-star rating regarding deposit refund policies during a medical emergency. Director Mabel is consistently highlighted as exceptionally supportive and responsive.

Warm and caring staffcreative activities (artmusic
Address
342 Tremont Street, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 338-2127
Au Co Preschool / Viet Aid After School Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

AU CO Preschool / Viet Aid After School Programs is a community center in Dorchester that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, including specific teachers like Co Cassie, and appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and activities offered.

Dedicated stafffriendly environmenthelpful community services
Address
42 Charles Street, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 822-3717 EXT 22
The Mgh Back Up Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
55 Fruit Street Warren Builiding, #130, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 724-8414
Ellis Memorial Sap At Dewitt Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Ellis Memorial SAP at DeWitt Center is highly rated for its well-maintained facility, diverse programming, and welcoming community environment. Parents praise the staff knowledge, variety of activities for youth and teens, and beautiful renovated space. One reviewer noted an issue with front desk staff demeanor.

friendly and knowledgeable staffwell-kept facilitydiverse programs (dance classes
Address
122 Dewitt Drive, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 541-9850
Ymca Of Greater Boston Leadership Academy At The Dorchester Y
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This facility is actually a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare. Reviews praise the clean, well-maintained gym with diverse equipment and amenities including a pool and fitness classes. Members consistently highlight the friendly, helpful staff and quality instruction across various programs.

Clean facilitieswell-maintained poolvariety of equipment and classes
Address
776 Washington Street, Dorchestr Ctr, MA
Phone
(617) 436-7750
Grove Hall Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
01295 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan, MA
Phone
(617) 298-8190
Kiddie Koop Of Revere
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Unable to provide summary. The reviews provided are for Gabriel Ochoa, a real estate agent, not for Kiddie Koop of Revere daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are not about this daycare
Address
283 Cushman Ave, Revere, MA
Phone
(781) 284-8954
Boston University Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
32 Harry Agganis Way, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 353-3413
Master Hans Us Taekwondo, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Master Hans US Taekwondo in Pittsfield receives mostly positive reviews praising the instructors and values-based curriculum. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staff visibility in promotional materials.

Wonderful staffMasters Karen and Jessica highly praisedclean and accessible facility
Address
455 Dalton Ave., Pittsfield, MA
Phone
(413) 499-7800
Knowledge Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Knowledge Beginnings in Lexington as an exceptional daycare center with caring, attentive staff who create a nurturing learning environment. Families highlight strong communication, developmental progress, and their children's happiness and comfort at the facility. Multiple parents with multi-year enrollment express high trust and satisfaction.

Warm and caring staffexcellent educatorsresponsive director
Address
429 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA
Phone
(781) 860-0776
Countryside Child Care Center, INC.School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Countryside Child Care Center for exceptional, loving care and attentive staff. Multiple reviewers report their children are happy, thriving, and eager to attend daily. The director and teachers are described as caring, communicative, and genuinely invested in each child's well-being and development.

Loving and attentive staffcaring director (Bonnie)children enjoy attending
Address
16 Pine Street, Rochester, MA
Phone
(508) 967-4339
Greenfield Recreation After School Program Grasp At Federal Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
125 Federal St., Greenfield, MA
Phone
(413) 772-1553
Community Action @ G Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Community Action @ G Street receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the helpful and informative staff who provide excellent support and guidance. One reviewer raised concerns about staff behavior and adherence to income guidelines, but the majority of reviews highlight the quality of the program and staff.

Helpful and informative staffanswered questionsoffered suggestions
Address
110 G St, Turners Falls, MA
Phone
(413) 475-1415
Ymca Child Care Department
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This facility has an excellent reputation with consistently high ratings. Parents praise the friendly and welcoming staff, quality fitness classes across multiple disciplines, and well-maintained amenities including pools, hot tubs, and workout spaces.

Welcoming and kind staffhigh-quality fitness instructors with diverse teaching stylesvirtual programs and videos available
Address
451 Main St, Greenfield, MA
Phone
(413) 773-3646 EXT 431
Src School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

SRC School Age Program in Southwick is highly rated by parents as an excellent recreational facility offering before and after school care with a strong emphasis on sports programs and leagues for children of various ages. Parents consistently praise the organized, well-run programs and the caring community atmosphere. The facility is described as a great place for kids to learn and have fun.

Sports programs and leaguesbefore and after school carewell-organized activities
Address
64r Powder Mill Rd, Southwick, MA
Phone
(413) 569-3479
Girls Incorporated Of Holyoke
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Girls Incorporated of Holyoke as an excellent afterschool and youth program, with children expressing genuine happiness and enthusiasm about attending. Staff are noted as great and dedicated, with the facility offering engaging activities and amenities for kids and teens.

Happy childrendedicated stafffun activities
Address
52 Nick Cosmos Way, Holyoke, MA
Phone
(413) 538-7142
After School Program Of West Springfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The After School Program of West Springfield receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the sweet and attentive staff, strong communication with families, and engaging activities that keep children eager to attend. One parent reported a negative experience with staff treatment, though details were limited.

Caring and sweet staffexcellent parent communicationwell-implemented pandemic protocols
Address
615 Main St, West Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 736-1831 EXT 102
Ymca Of Greater Springfield Learning Center In Wilbraham
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Learning Center in Wilbraham for its friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is noted for its excellent amenities including pools, gym, sauna, and variety of classes. Parents report their children enjoy the programs and develop social-emotional skills in a family-oriented environment.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilityample parking
Address
35 Post Office Park, Wilbraham, MA
Phone
(413) 596-9521

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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.