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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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Academy Of Tae Kwon Do
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Academy of Tae Kwon Do in West Springfield has mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff and their children's enjoyment, but one parent reported serious concerns including unaddressed bullying, poor communication from management, inadequate snacks, and missing belongings without reimbursement.

Pleasant and friendly staffchildren enjoy attendingoffers transportation
Address
632 Kings Hwy, West Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 737-5425
Four Seasons Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Four Seasons Creative Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. The center is highlighted for individualized attention to each child, strong curriculum balancing academics with social-emotional development, and a strong sense of community. Multiple long-term families (13 years, 4+ years) credit the program with preparing their children for kindergarten and becoming like extended family.

Attentive and caring
Address
120 W Center St, Unit 8b, W Bridgewater, MA
Phone
(508) 584-9099
Crispus Attucks Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Crispus Attucks Children's Center in Dorchester receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the quality of care, friendly and dedicated staff, and developmental progress of children. However, one parent raised concerns about facility cleanliness, frequent illness, and lack of support for special needs children.

Friendly and attentive staffquality of careteacher dedication
Address
105 Crawford Street, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 445-1420
Roslindale Community Center- Tiny Tots And After School Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Roslindale Community Center's Tiny Tots and After School Programs receive mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facilities, supportive staff, and community value. However, two parents raised serious concerns about child safety supervision and staff engagement, as well as inclusivity issues.

clean facilitiessupportive directorsocial and emotional development
Address
6 Cummins Hwy, Roslindale, MA
Phone
(617) 635-5185
Over The Rainbow Nursery School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
76 Salem End Rd., Framingham, MA
Phone
(508) 877-9237
Pakachoag Acres - Millbury
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Pakachoag Acres - Millbury receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, supportive director, and positive experiences for their children. One negative review contrasts sharply, citing staff favoritism and unprofessionalism. Overall rating reflects the predominantly positive sentiment from satisfied long-term families.

caring and attentive staffsupportive directorpositive social experiences and friendships
Address
153 Millbury Ave, Millbury, MA
Phone
(508) 865-1066
Rock And Roll Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Rock and Roll Montessori Preschool in Cambridge for its caring, experienced staff and welcoming environment. Children are reported to be enthusiastic about attending, and the center is highlighted for its strong music program, engaging activities, and responsive administration.

Caring and dedicated teacherswelcoming staff and administrationresponsive to parent concerns
Address
527 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(857) 259-6890
Fun Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

FUN CLUB receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the swimming lessons, staff care, and facility amenities, but a significant minority report serious issues with pool maintenance, billing practices, and customer service responsiveness.

Talented swim instructorswell-organized activitiesreasonable rates
Address
19 Campbell Rd, Billerica, MA
Phone
(978) 667-2193
Bright Future Educare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
466 Mystic Ave., Somerville, MA
Phone
(617) 776-5903
Family Access Of Newton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Family Access of Newton receives mixed reviews. Three parents praise the facility's spacious converted school building, engaged teachers, enriching activities, and flexible hours, noting their children thrive there. However, one detailed 1-star review raises serious concerns about leadership changes, cancellation of enrichment programs, administrative issues, pest infestation, and regulatory investigations.

Spacious facility with gym and playgroundteachers who genuinely care for childrendiverse engaging activities
Address
492 Waltham Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 969-5906
Schoen Family Community Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise the staff and caring environment at this center. Reviews highlight the supportive community atmosphere and staff dedication to families, particularly single mothers and families in need. The facility receives high marks for service quality and overall care.

Caring and excellent staffsupportive community environmentwelcoming atmosphere
Address
90 Cushing Avenue, Dorchester, MA
Phone
(617) 287-1900
Y Academy Stoneham
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Y Academy Stoneham receives mostly positive feedback with a 4.1/5 rating. Parents praise the caring staff, facility design, and developmental support, though one negative review cites staff turnover, poor communication, and lack of enrichment activities under previous leadership.

Strong director leadership and communicationexperienced and tenured staffclean facility with age-appropriate outdoor playground
Address
39 Pleasant St, Stoneham, MA
Phone
(781) 279-2002
Mother Hubbard Pre-School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
76 School St, Milford, MA
Phone
(508) 473-5975
People, Incorporated Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

People, Incorporated Preschool receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, daily communication, engaging curriculum, and safe environment. However, a small number of parents report concerns about teacher conduct, poor communication regarding health issues, and management responsiveness.

Caring and compassionate teachersdaily updates on children's activities and progresssafe environment
Address
450 Locust Street, Fall River, MA
Phone
(508) 679-8531
Launch And Learn Educare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Launch and Learn Educare Center receives mostly positive feedback from current parents, who praise the caring staff, clean facility, engaging activities, and positive child experiences. However, several parents report communication issues with the enrollment process, specifically non-refunded application fees and lack of follow-up from management.

caring and amazing staffclean facilityinnovative programming
Address
304 Cambridge Rd., Woburn, MA
Phone
(781) 491-8222
Luminous Learners Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Luminous Learners receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and their children's development and happiness. One parent reported communication issues with leadership.

caring and friendly staffclean facilitystrong child development
Address
545 South Street, Walpole, MA
Phone
(508) 734-5639
Braintree After School Enrichment Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

BASE receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, enrichment activities, and children's social-emotional development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about staff engagement, communication issues, favoritism, frequent donation requests, and handling of special needs accommodations.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong academic curriculumenrichment activities (gymnastics
Address
426 Pond St, Braintree, MA
Phone
(781) 849-3484
Whiz Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Whiz Kids Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's friendliness, small class sizes, facilities, and activities like swimming trips. However, one detailed negative review describes poor communication, harsh staff behavior, lack of support for a struggling child, and a director who dismissed concerns rather than addressing them.

Friendly and welcoming staffsmall class sizesgood facilities
Address
593 Flint Street, Marstons Mills, MA
Phone
(508) 428-0188
Lawrence Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Lawrence YMCA is praised for its friendly atmosphere, diverse recreational facilities, and quality youth programs. Parents appreciate the swim team, summer programs, and community involvement. The facility is popular but can experience crowding and parking challenges.

Friendly and welcoming staffexcellent swim team and youth summer programsmultiple amenities (gym
Address
40 Lawrence St, Lawrence, MA
Phone
(978) 686-6191
Little Beginnings Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Beginnings Daycare Center in Salem, Massachusetts receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the loving, nurturing environment and positive impact on their children's development, but two reviews raise serious concerns about inconsistent discipline practices, inadequate structure for all children, and inappropriate staff behavior.

Warm and loving environmentcaring staffstrong social and emotional development
Address
75 Canal Street, Salem, MA
Phone
(978) 740-8810
Ymca Of Greater Boston @ Ashley Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews are highly polarized with mostly positive feedback praising staff friendliness and cleanliness, though one negative review criticizes staff helpfulness and information availability. The facility appears to serve as a fitness center rather than exclusively a daycare.

Outstanding and welcoming staffclean facilityfriendly atmosphere
Address
54 Ashley Street, East Boston, MA
Phone
(857) 753-1764
Kids Club Childcare And Preschool Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Kids Club as a warm, family-like environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple reviewers highlight caring teachers, strong learning programs, and welcoming owners who ease transition concerns. Children reportedly love attending and form lasting bonds with staff and peers.

Caring and loving teacherswarm family atmospherestrong academic preparation
Address
01208 Vfw Parkway, West Roxbury, MA
Phone
(617) 363-0090
New Bedford Ymca Preschool & School Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The New Bedford YMCA has a Google rating of 4.1/5, though the reviews provided appear to be primarily about gym and fitness facilities rather than the preschool and school-age programs. Reviews highlight friendly, welcoming staff and clean facilities with various amenities.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswelcoming environment
Address
25 South Water Street, New Bedford, MA
Phone
(508) 997-0734 EXT 119
People Incorporated Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

People Incorporated Children's Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, safety, and communication with parents. However, a few negative reviews allege mistreatment by teachers, poor administrative responses to concerns, and inadequate communication about health issues.

Staff professionalism and compassiondaily activity updates for parentssafe environment
Address
126 Cove Street, Unit 3, Fall River, MA
Phone
(508) 679-4110
Dartmouth Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents praise Dartmouth YMCA for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly and professional staff, and well-maintained facilities. The center is noted for being a quieter, boutique-style environment that is rarely crowded. Reviewers appreciate the community feel and variety of programs offered.

Beautiful sceneryrelaxing environmentfriendly staff
Address
276 Gulf Road, Dartmouth, MA
Phone
(508) 993-3361
Step Ahead Early Education And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Step Ahead Early Education and Child Care Center in Randolph, Massachusetts has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and engaged children, but two serious incidents—a child leaving the facility unattended and excessive daytime sleeping—raise significant safety and care concerns.

Compassionate and helpful staffstructured curriculum with themed activitiesclean classrooms
Address
30 South Main Street, Randolph, MA
Phone
(781) 986-2223
Berkshire Family Ymca Child Care Program Nby
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents praise the Berksley Family YMCA's facilities including the pool, gym, fitness rooms, sauna, and steam room, as well as the friendly staff and various programs. However, one long-time member reported significant maintenance issues, cleanliness problems, and poor staff morale, though they noted improvements under new management as of January 2022.

Friendly staffclean and warm poolswimming lessons
Address
22 Brickyard Ct., North Adams, MA
Phone
(413) 663-6529
U. S. Tae Kwondo Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

U.S. Tae Kwondo Center in Agawam receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the instructors and their children's enthusiasm for classes. However, there are serious concerns from a few parents about communication issues, child safety, and bullying incidents that were not adequately addressed.

Engaging instructorschildren enjoy attendinggood for children with ADHD and autism
Address
71 Springfield St, Agawam, MA
Phone
(413) 455-1251
Little Friends Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Friends Child Care Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising the owner Melissa/Betsey, teachers, and educational environment, though two recent 1-star reviews allege unprofessional behavior, lack of support for children with developmental concerns, and inappropriate handling of behavioral issues.

Caring and attentive staffengaging educational activities and art projectssupportive of child development and independence
Address
58 Daniel Shays Hwy, Belchertown, MA
Phone
(413) 323-8447
Massasoit Commcollege-Children'S Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Note: The reviews provided are for Massasoit Community College, not the Children's Center daycare program. Reviews praise the college for affordable tuition, supportive faculty, flexible scheduling, and strong academic programs with transfer opportunities.

Affordable tuitioncaring and helpful professorsflexible class schedules
Address
1 Massasoit Blvd, Brockton, MA
Phone
(508) 588-9100 EXT 1440

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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.