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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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Kiddie Time Educational Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kiddie Time Educational Child Care in Marlborough receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong communication through daily photos and videos, structured curriculum, and the noticeable developmental improvements in their children. Multiple parents highlight Director Suzie's proactive approach to identifying concerns and supporting families.

Caring and loving staffattentive teachersstructured curriculum
Address
81 Hosmer St., Marlborough, MA
Phone
(508) 573-1745
Children'S Playhouse Daycare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Children's Playhouse Daycare in Everett, MA receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, well-organized environment. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally, feeling happy and comfortable, and building confidence and social skills. Strong communication between staff and families, on-site meals, and quality programming are frequently highlighted.

caring and invested staffsafe and clean facilitiesconsistent communication with parents
Address
46 Bucknam St, Everett, MA
Phone
(617) 387-5437
The Children Of Tomorrow, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
25 Trolley Crossing Rd, Charlton, MA
Phone
(508) 248-9922
Knowledge Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Knowledge Beginnings in Burlington receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and strong child development. Parents highlight excellent communication, a clean and safe facility, and warm teacher-child relationships that make children eager to attend. Leadership maintains high standards despite staff changes.

Caring and passionate staffstrong parent-teacher communicationchild development and learning outcomes
Address
30 Mall Rd, Burlington, MA
Phone
(781) 270-6888
Peirce Extended Day Program, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
170 Temple Street, West Newton, MA
Phone
(617) 332-5881
Little Stars Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
229 Purchase St, Milford, MA
Phone
(508) 381-3837
Academy For Little People
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2 Weathervane Dr, Leominster, MA
Phone
(978) 534-0808
Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2 Elliot Trl, Grafton, MA
Phone
(508) 839-2442
Perkins Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
25 Creamery Rd, Lancaster, MA
Phone
(978) 368-6468
Children'S Aid Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
01480 John Fitch Hwy, Fitchburg, MA
Phone
(978) 342-8971
Hands On Learning Pre School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
248 Lincoln St, Leominster, MA
Phone
(978) 534-1888
The Northwest Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise THE NORTHWEST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER for its caring, attentive staff and strong communication with families. Children are reported to be comfortable and happy while learning through play-based activities. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and supportive of child development milestones.

Caring and patient staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility
Address
194 Arlington St, Leominster, MA
Phone
(978) 534-5163
Adventures After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
84 Pleasant St, Leominster, MA
Phone
(978) 466-6234
Pre-Adventures Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
80 Pleasant St, Leominster, MA
Phone
(978) 534-8678
Village Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
30 Oak Ave, Lunenburg, MA
Phone
(978) 582-6544
Lilliput Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
18 Grafton St, Shrewsbury, MA
Phone
(508) 842-0430
Steppingstones Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
391 S Main St, Hopedale, MA
Phone
(508) 473-5432
Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
170 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA
Phone
(508) 755-8276
The Childrens Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2 Cunniff Ave, Milford, MA
Phone
(508) 473-0381
Tracy & Becky Day Care And Preschool II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
94 E Main St, Milford, MA
Phone
(508) 478-0643
Bright Beginnings Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
214 N. Main St., Suite 100, Natick, MA
Phone
(508) 650-3870
The Moppet School And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
83 Hollis St, Pepperell, MA
Phone
(978) 433-5695
Boxboro Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
726 Massachusetts Ave., Boxboro, MA
Phone
(978) 263-9803
Bigelow Cooperative Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Bigelow Cooperative Day Care Center for its Reggio Emilia-inspired, play-based approach to education with highly engaged and creative teachers. The facility features excellent indoor and outdoor spaces, including a large private playground with nature exploration opportunities. Parents also highlight the strong sense of community fostered by the cooperative model.

Creative and engaged teacherschild-led learning approachspacious indoor gross motor play area
Address
44 Park Street, Somerville, MA
Phone
(617) 623-5400
Kids-N-Cribs Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
01807 Bridge St., Dracut, MA
Phone
(978) 452-7022
Sudbury Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
142 North Rd, Ste Q, Sudbury, MA
Phone
(978) 369-4045
Cambridge Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Cambridge Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its warm, play-based learning environment and experienced, caring staff. Parents highlight the school's strong sense of community, beautiful physical space with excellent outdoor areas, and cooperative structure that allows family involvement in their children's education.

Experienced and long-tenured staffwarm and nurturing environmentplay-based curriculum
Address
6 Hillside Place, Cambridge, MA
Phone
(617) 547-7288
Lincoln Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
51 Sandy Pond, P.O. Box 6075, Lincoln, MA
Phone
(781) 259-8866
Happy Hours Preschool / Discovery Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
169 Pleasant St, Marlborough, MA
Phone
(508) 485-4912
The Cottage Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
197 Union St, Marlborough, MA
Phone
(508) 485-2054

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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.