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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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U.S. Tae Kwon Do Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

U.S. Tae Kwon Do Center in Wilbraham receives consistently high praise from parents for its martial arts instruction, after-school care, and summer programs. Parents highlight the caring staff, particularly Master Yoo, and credit the center with teaching children discipline, respect, and life skills while maintaining a safe, clean environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show improved confidence and behavior.

Experienced and patient instructorsmartial arts trainingafter-school and before-school programs
Address
28 Stony Hill Rd, Wilbraham, MA
Phone
(413) 543-8784
Krafty Kids Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
57 Kirk Circle, Plymouth, MA
Phone
(774) 302-4254
Learning Ladder Childcare & Preschool, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
174 Washington Street, North Easton, MA
Phone
(508) 297-2371
Shanahan Learning Center. Preschool Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
24 Athens Street, Weymouth, MA
Phone
(781) 682-9558
World Of Learning, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise World of Learning/Rosebud Burlington for exceptional care, attentive staff, and a nurturing environment. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured curriculum, small class sizes, and strong parent communication through daily updates and photos. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and developing well academically and socially.

caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitystructured and age-appropriate curriculum
Address
85 Wilmington Rd, Burlington, MA
Phone
(781) 273-0160
Radcliffe Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
10 Dewolf Street, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 495-3504
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

MLK Community Center School Age Program is a well-organized, community-focused facility that serves Springfield families through recreational programs, food assistance, and volunteer opportunities. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff and volunteers who prioritize community involvement and family-oriented services. While the facility may lack extensive amenities, reviewers value the welcoming atmosphere and positive impact on families.

Well-organizeddedicated staffstrong volunteer support
Address
3 Rutland Street, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 746-3655
Haverhill Ymca Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Haverhill YMCA Children's Learning Center for its welcoming, inclusive environment and dedicated staff who go above and beyond. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and quality programming across multiple age groups, including specialized adaptive programs and summer camps where children thrive and look forward to attending.

Friendly and committed staffclean and organized facilityinclusive community environment
Address
87 Winter St., Haverhill, MA
Phone
(978) 374-0506
Youth Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise Youth Center, Inc. for its dedicated and hands-on staff who create a safe, fun environment for children. The center is described as an established community program with strong results and leadership presence on-site.

Caring and hardworking staffsafe environmentengaging activities
Address
20 East. St., Adams, MA
Phone
(413) 743-3550
Happy Feet Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Happy Feet Preschool in Swansea receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and significant improvements under new ownership, particularly regarding cleanliness, professionalism, and organization. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically, with parents noting their comfort leaving their children in this environment.

caring and patient staffengaging activities and curriculumclean facility
Address
457 Milford Road, Swansea, MA
Phone
(508) 672-1220
Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise Kids Club as a mission-driven facility with a safe, welcoming environment and engaging activities for children. Staff members are generally described as friendly, nice, and attentive, with the facility being clean and well-maintained. However, one parent reported negative experiences with a specific staff member.

Safe environmentsocial development opportunitiesfun activities
Address
25 North Common St, Lynn, MA
Phone
(781) 593-1772
Needham Children'S Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Needham Children's Center as an exceptional daycare that provides nurturing, engaging care across multiple age groups. Families highlight the strong sense of community, dedicated teachers, and well-structured learning environments that help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The center is particularly noted for welcoming new families to the area and offering convenient programming including afterschool and school break care.

Caring and patient teachers with low turnoverwarm and safe environmentengaging and thoughtful activities
Address
858 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA
Phone
(781) 449-4486
Belchertown Kidz Club, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
4 Stadler St, Belchertown, MA
Phone
(413) 323-5439
Small Wonders
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Small Wonders offers diverse programming for toddlers and children with generally positive feedback about staff quality and facility cleanliness. Parents praise the toddler activities, after-school programs, and sports offerings like basketball. However, some note inconsistent gym hours and lack of instruction in certain classes.

Excellent staffgreat toddler programmingaffordable programs
Address
1716 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA
Phone
(617) 635-3479
Blackstone Valley Boys & Girls Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Blackstone Valley Boys & Girls Club receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for its summer camp and after-school programs. Parents highlight professional staff, strong communication, outdoor activities, and affordability. Children are reported to enjoy the experience and make new friends while staying engaged off screens.

professional and caring staffstrong communication about daily activitiesoutdoor activities and variety of programs
Address
115 Canal St, Blackstone, MA
Phone
(508) 883-6363
Waltham Creative Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
169 Elm Street, Waltham, MA
Phone
(781) 647-0542
Kids A Lot
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
109 Red Acre Rd, Stow, MA
Phone
(978) 897-6717
Next Generation Childrens Center Of Natick, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Next Generation Children's Center of Natick for its caring, skilled staff, educational quality, and safe environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate noticeable developmental progress across multiple areas. Families appreciate convenient amenities like on-site meals, laundry service, and daily app communication.

Caring and skilled teacherschild enthusiasm for attendingdevelopmental progress
Address
15 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 655-6600
The Tobin Children'S School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
71 Cottage St, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 653-6300
Knowledge Beginnings-Billerica Rd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Knowledge Beginnings-Billerica Rd. for its warm, caring staff and smooth transition process. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center's cleanliness, responsive communication through the daily app updates, and teachers who genuinely care for the children. Multiple parents report feeling at ease leaving their children in this nurturing environment.

Warm and welcoming staffclean facilitiesresponsive teachers and management
Address
261 Billerica Rd, Chelmsford, MA
Phone
(978) 250-8818
Children'S Village At The Mill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
246 Market St, Lowell, MA
Phone
(978) 453-1490
Abz Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

ABZ Early Childhood Development Center in Everett receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff led by Zineb, strong educational curriculum, and safe, clean environment. Parents consistently report their children felt secure, happy, and made significant developmental progress. One negative review cited yelling and poor hygiene, contrasting sharply with the majority of experiences.

Caring and nurturing staffloving environmentstrong educational curriculum
Address
305 Main St, Everett, MA
Phone
(617) 775-9983
Play Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Play Academy receives consistently high praise for caring, experienced staff who genuinely invest in children's development and well-being. Parents highlight engaging activities, outdoor time, and personalized attention. However, some parents note concerns about limited operating hours that may not accommodate all working schedules and issues with their third-party payment system.

Caring and experienced teachersengaging activities and outdoor timepersonal touch to child development
Address
65 Riverside Ave, Medford, MA
Phone
(781) 393-0022
Concord After School Program At Hunt Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
90 Stow St, Concord, MA
Phone
(978) 287-1061
Burlington Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
39 B St, Burlington, MA
Phone
(781) 272-5845
Growing By Leaps & Bounds
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Growing by Leaps & Bounds for its caring, experienced staff with low turnover, responsive owner Abby, and family-oriented environment. Children reportedly thrive developmentally with strong teacher-child relationships and regular communication with parents. The center is noted for flexibility, affordability, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Experienced teachers with long tenurelow staff turnoverresponsive and accommodating owner
Address
12 Saint Marks Rd, Burlington, MA
Phone
(781) 238-4443
Sunshine Academy Childcare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
164 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA
Phone
(617) 264-4404
Two Little Owls School House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Two Little Owls School House receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and attentive teachers who build strong relationships with children and families, as well as the nurturing classroom environment that supports developmental growth. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, healthy meals, and excellent parent communication.

Warm and caring teachersStrong teacher-child relationshipsAttentive and knowledgeable staff
Address
501 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 945-0071
Boyd Center For Child Care And Development-Rodman
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Boyd Center for Child Care and Development-Rodman for its caring, well-trained staff and clean facilities. Children reportedly enjoy attending, and the center communicates effectively with families. One parent attended the facility as a child and credits it with early literacy success.

Loving and attentive staffclean facilitygood communication with parents
Address
2028 Rodman St, Fall River, MA
Phone
(508) 675-2628
Puddle Duck Day Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
21x Olympia Ave, Woburn, MA
Phone
(781) 932-8226

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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.