1,314 Child Daycare & Preschools in Massachusetts

One parent highlights the quality of the teaching staff, while others report significant administrative failures, including cashing application checks without follow-up and a complete lack of communication regarding enrollment status. These conflicting experiences suggest potential reliability issues despite positive feedback on staff.

One parent highlights improved security and organization under new leadership, while another appreciates the staff's kindness despite the building's poor condition. A third review alleges systemic corruption, including the misdiagnosis of children for financial gain and allegations of emotional and physical mistreatment.

Brighter Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facility, caring staff, outdoor activities, and responsive owner Lily. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and develop strong bonds with teachers. One negative review cited poor communication when attempting to inquire about availability.

One parent highlights the appealing, walkable neighborhood, while another describes serious allegations of neglect and unfair treatment toward a child with special needs. A third review provides a general description of the area's architecture and residential character.

A few parents highlight the center's dedicated staff, with one military family specifically praising Miss Ginny for her excellence. Reviewers note that the team genuinely cares for each child and family, creating a positive environment for multiple children.

VOC Early Education and Care at Mt. Carmel receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the teachers and learning environment, though one parent reported concerns about billing practices during absences and classroom placement decisions.

NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Quinsigamond Community College (QCC), a higher education institution, not a daycare center. The reviews are mixed, with most praising supportive staff, resources, and community engagement, while some criticize administrative inefficiency, staff rudeness, facility maintenance issues, and financial aid problems.

Parents consistently praise Live Y'ers Preschool Program at West Suburban YMCA in Newton for its warm, friendly staff and comprehensive programming. The preschool effectively prepares children for school, includes weekly swim lessons, and successfully adapted services during the recent NTA strike. The facility features well-maintained amenities including multiple pools, fitness equipment, and various classes in a welcoming, community-oriented environment.

Parents appreciate the facility's outdoor amenities and location near Lower Falls Park in Newton. The center offers various programs including dance classes and special events like Super Saturdays. The facility features landscaping, gardens, and multiple play areas suitable for children of different ages.

MetroWest YMCA Early Childhood Center in Framingham receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the friendly staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs for children and families. Most reviewers highlight the facility's good value, equipment quality, and welcoming environment. A few concerns have been raised about organization in specific programs and some operational inconsistencies.

One parent highlights the friendly teachers, screen-free environment, and accommodating director, while another criticizes the facility's poor ventilation, limited outdoor space, unhealthy snacks, and inconsistent after-school coverage. A third review details significant management issues, including billing disputes, missing payments, and a restrictive contract that prevents early withdrawal.

Tender Learning Centre receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the small class sizes, low staff turnover, communicative teachers, and child happiness. However, two parents report serious concerns including unprofessional management, safety issues (biting incidents), unsanitary conditions, and feeling unheard when raising concerns.

A few parents highlight the center's reliable leadership, staff dedication, and consistent operation during the pandemic, while others describe the experience as horrible and claim a negative review was removed by the business.

Children's Paradise receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean facility, strong communication through the HiMama app, and welcoming environment—particularly for children with special needs like autism.

Parents praise YWCA of Central Mass as a clean, well-maintained facility offering excellent childcare at affordable prices. The center is appreciated for its welcoming atmosphere, quality care, and additional amenities including a pool, fitness center, and gym. Staff are noted as friendly and helpful to the community.

Little Feet Creative Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, structured yet fun learning environment, and excellent communication through daily app updates.

Teddy Bear Day Care receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and safe, clean environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and showing developmental growth. Communication with staff is highlighted as excellent, and families feel confident in the quality of care provided.

One parent describes an amazing experience with caring and patient staff who are dedicated to meeting individual children's needs, while another highlights the great staff, and a third notes the program is very good with no complaints.

Children's First at One Financial Center is a backup care center in Boston with mostly positive reviews praising staff quality and care standards. However, there are serious concerns about reliability and staff conduct from a small number of parents.

Expanding Horizons Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional staff professionalism, passionate educators, and comprehensive developmental activities. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates, extensive outdoor play opportunities, and individualized attention to each child's needs and background. The center is noted for creating a welcoming, family-oriented environment where children thrive academically and socially.

One parent highlights the center's strong academic focus and caring environment, noting their child's progress in reading and math. Another appreciates the establishment's cultural diversity, while a separate review cites a serious safety incident involving bus transportation.

Parents overwhelmingly praise Partners Children's Center at Assembly Row for its warm, nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, and play-based curriculum that promotes learning and development. Most reviewers highlight excellent communication, clean facilities, and strong classroom management. One negative review raises concerns about high teacher turnover, lack of classroom consistency, and management issues.

Pittsfield Bear Care receives consistently high praise from parents, with children reportedly enjoying daily attendance and showing developmental growth. Parents highlight the warm, communicative staff, safe environment, and engaging activities. The facility appears to foster children's social development, language skills, and overall comfort.

Webster Square Day Care Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the facility for friendly staff, good child care quality, and professional approach. However, one parent reported significant concerns about lack of support for children with special needs and inadequate advocacy.

One parent reports an exceptional experience with staff who treat children like family, while another describes a negative experience involving staff yelling, specific food demands, and short staffing. A third review cites a subpar curriculum and hostile staff attitudes, with one parent noting their child loved the program despite these issues.

Little Steps Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most families, with parents praising the clean facility, caring staff, strong communication, and developmental outcomes for their children. However, one parent reported a significant decline in quality at the preschool level, citing inadequate teacher support, poor director communication, and concerning teacher behavior.

START RIGHT START BRIGHT ACADEMY in Brockton receives mixed reviews. Three parents praised the facility and staff as excellent, while two parents reported significant concerns about enrollment practices, director communication, and child discipline approaches.