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4 Headstart Programs in East Boston, Massachusetts

Browse all 4 headstart programs in East Boston, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Boston

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.

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    68 Central Sq, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 179 children

    The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the quality of activities, friendly staff, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing. The center is valued as an important community resource offering both daycare/after-school programs and event space.

    Quality activitiesfriendly and nice staffclean atmospherereasonable pricing
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    215 Breman Street, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    Reviews are predominantly positive with a 4.3/5 rating. However, most reviews appear to focus on the YMCA facility itself rather than the children's center specifically. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, staff attentiveness, swimming pool, and community atmosphere.

    Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and supportive staffexcellent communication with familiesswimming pool
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    165 Webster Street, East Boston, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    This YMCA location in East Boston receives consistently high ratings, with parents praising the facility's cleanliness, modern equipment, and attentive staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, active COVID-19 safety measures, and a strong sense of community. The swimming pool and diverse fitness classes are frequently mentioned as standout features.

    Clean and well-organized facilityattentive and helpful staffswimming poolmodern equipment
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    54 Ashley Street, East Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    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
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    122 Cottage Street, East Boston, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 13 children

    Parents consistently praise Boston's Bridge to Excellence for providing safe, academically enriching before and after school programs with year-round scheduling. Leadership, including CEO Dejon Rice and Program Administrator Sophia Bishop-Rice, are frequently highlighted for their welcoming approach and genuine care. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment with high satisfaction.

    Safe environmentacademic enrichment beyond school curriculumarts programmingyear-round scheduling (before/after school

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Headstart Programs in East Boston, Massachusetts

There are 4 headstart programs in East Boston, Massachusetts, making up 22% of the 18 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in East Boston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in East Boston, Massachusetts, out of 18 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in East Boston, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Massachusetts's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Massachusetts)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
East Boston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Massachusetts typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in East Boston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Boston must be licensed by Massachusetts's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.