1 Headstart Programs in Chelsea, Massachusetts

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chelsea

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

1. 1

   Best Friends Early Learning Center

   4.58 score

   5(7)

   99 Fourth Street, Chelsea, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

   Best Friends Early Learning Center in Chelsea receives consistently high praise from parents. Families appreciate the caring and attentive staff, individualized support for children with special needs, and the use of a communication app to track daily activities. Multiple parents report their children thriving and staying enrolled for several years.

   Caring and nurturing staffresponsive administratorsbilingual learning opportunitiesspecial needs support
2. 2

   A Kangaroo'S Pouch, INC.

   4.2 score

   4.3(10)

   86 Chestnut Street, Chelsea, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

   A KANGAROO'S POUCH, INC. in Chelsea receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff, learning environment, and affordable pricing. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about administrative issues and alleged discriminatory treatment.

   Great staffpositive learning environmentgood hours of operationaffordable pricing
3. 3

   First Steps Early Learning Center

   4.08 score

   4.1(20)

   1 Webster Ave, Chelsea, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 67 children

   Parents consistently praise First Steps Early Learning Center (also called Youbellor Academy) for its caring, attentive staff who create a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Families highlight excellent communication, educational programming including bilingual instruction, and well-organized facilities. One parent noted a past disciplinary issue that was appropriately handled by management.

   Caring and attentive teachersexcellent
4. 4

   Kids First Day Care And Learning Center

   3.45 score

   3(6)

   322 Broadway, Chelsea, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

   Kids First Day Care receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring, attentive teachers and directors who support children's development and learning, including special needs support. Negative reviewers report serious concerns about receptionist professionalism, communication barriers, and late pickup fees.

   Caring and attentive teacherspositive attitudessupport for children with speech delaysmultilingual learning (Spanish)

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