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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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Creative Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
03374 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
Phone
(508) 998-5019
Renaissance Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
527 Slocum Road, North Dartmouth, MA
Phone
(508) 992-0112
Dartmouth Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
980d Reed Rd, N Dartmouth, MA
Phone
(508) 994-9795
Crescent Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Crescent Day Nursery receives universal praise from parents for its exceptional curriculum, hands-on learning environment, and dedicated staff led by Ms. Mary Ellen. Parents consistently report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and describe the facility as warm, creative, and worth the investment.

Experienced and passionate staffhands-on learning environmentkindergarten preparation
Address
304 Old Post Rd, N Attleboro, MA
Phone
(508) 695-6786
Academic Achievement Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
521 Mt. Hope Street, North Attleboro, MA
Phone
(508) 699-0200
Williamstown Community School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
66 School St., Williamstown, MA
Phone
(413) 884-2697
Dalton Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Dalton Cooperative Nursery School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, welcoming environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the school's play-based learning approach, excellent kindergarten preparation, and strong community connections. Children are reported to be engaged and excited about attending.

Friendly and welcoming environmentcaring and attentive staffplay-based learning
Address
400 Main St., Dalton, MA
Phone
(413) 684-1064
Kidzone Child Care Educational Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10 Lyman St, Pittsfield, MA
Phone
(413) 448-2366
Tender Years Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
545 Main St, Falmouth, MA
Phone
(508) 495-5229
Holden Hands Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
760 Main St, Holden, MA
Phone
(508) 829-8999
Meadowbrook Child Garden Pre-School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Meadowbrook Child Garden receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the knowledgeable and caring staff, particularly Director Dr. Fernandez, and highlight strong academic and social-emotional development. Parents consistently note the welcoming atmosphere, small class sizes (about 12 children with 2 teachers), excellent parent communication, and balanced approach to play-based and structured learning.

Knowledgeable and caring teachersstrong parent communicationsmall class sizes with individualized attention
Address
1110 Concord Rd, Marlborough, MA
Phone
(508) 485-1975
Mivillage
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
310 Woodland St., Holliston, MA
Phone
(508) 440-1836
Stepping Stones Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
13 Bates Rd, Watertown, MA
Phone
(617) 926-1434
Cedar Street Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
300 Eliot St. Ste. 16, Ashland, MA
Phone
(508) 656-0316
Kidoodles Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
659 Shrewsbury St, Holden, MA
Phone
(508) 595-9977
Wellfleet Childcare Association After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Wellfleet Montessori as an exceptional, nurturing preschool program. They highlight alignment with family values, strong child development, and a warm, supportive environment. Teachers are noted as kind, passionate, and attentive to individual learners.

Montessori-based curriculumalignment with family valueschild confidence and growth
Address
100 Lawrence Rd, Wellfleet, MA
Phone
(508) 349-3101
Families First Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
465 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 869-1392
Harmony Natural Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
67-69 Newburyport Tpke., Newbury, MA
Phone
(978) 255-4865
Woodland Place Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16 Gibbs Hill Drive, Gloucester, MA
Phone
(978) 491-0747
Mill Brook Country Day School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
56 Mill Rd, Wilmington, MA
Phone
(978) 658-9741
Younger University
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
104 Longwater Drive, Suite 107, 108, 110, Norwell, MA
Phone
(781) 871-4994
Belchertown Community Preschool Association, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Belchertown Community Preschool Association for its warm, dedicated teachers and nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and make significant developmental progress, including social skills and kindergarten readiness. The program offers good structure, outdoor play, field trips, and accommodates special needs like food allergies.

Enthusiasticcaringdedicated teachers
Address
31 Main St, Belchertown, MA
Phone
(413) 323-4795
Pine Village Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
54 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 201-9088
Woods Hole Child Center, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
93 Harbor Hill Rd, Woods Hole, MA
Phone
(508) 548-1773
Magic Years Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1 Chapel Lane, Manchester, MA
Phone
(978) 526-4750
Little Explorers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2763 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA
Phone
(508) 985-4930
The Community School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
80 Main St, Maynard, MA
Phone
(978) 897-9708
The Playhouse Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
65 South St, Hopkinton, MA
Phone
(508) 497-9140
Toddler'S Loving Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Toddler's Loving Care as an exceptional preschool with caring, invested staff who create a warm, nurturing learning environment. Reviewers highlight strong communication through daily updates and pictures, well-balanced academics with social-emotional learning, and successful pandemic management. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and emotionally at TLC.

Caring and devoted staffwarm and nurturing environmentdaily communication with photos
Address
66 Walnut Street, Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 244-2375
Mashpee Creative Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
138 Shellback Pl, Mashpee, MA
Phone
(508) 477-6355

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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.