Best Church Daycare in Framingham, MA

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Framingham

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

   The Kiddie Lodge

   4.72 score

   4.9(20)

   27 Cherry St, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

   Parents consistently praise First Circle Framingham for its caring, attentive staff and warm, family-like environment. The center offers a well-designed curriculum with enrichment activities like music and yoga, and provides regular communication with families through photos and progress reports. Children are reported to be happy, confident, and excited to attend.

   Caring and attentive teacherswarm family-like atmosphereexperienced staff across all age groupsfle
2. 2

   Staples Child Care Center

   4.69 score

   5(11)

   600 Staples Dr, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 211 children

   Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Framingham for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive both socially and academically. Reviews highlight the clean, modern facility, well-rounded curriculum, thoughtful events, and strong communication with families. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and have experienced significant growth and development.

   Caring and dedicated teachersclean and modern facilitywell-rounded curriculumchild development and growth
3. 3

   Framingham State University Early Childhood Center

   4.58 score

   5(7)

   2 Church St, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 19 children

   Parents consistently praise this nature-based preschool for its unique outdoor-focused programming, caring leadership, and supportive environment. The center receives high marks for staff quality, daily communication with parents, and child-centered approach. Children reportedly transition well and enjoy their time at the center.

   Nature-based curriculumoutdoor explorationNAEYC accreditedcaring director and staff
4. 4

   Framingham Centre Nursery School

   4.58 score

   5(7)

   24 Vernon St, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 67 children

   Framingham Centre Nursery School is a nature-based preschool with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the caring director and staff, nature-focused programming, daily photo updates, and supportive environment. Children reportedly transition well and enjoy attending.

   Nature-based curriculumcaring director and staffdaily photo updatesoutdoor time
5. 5

   Metrowest Ymca School'S Out Program @ Potter Road

   4 score

   4(20)

   492 Potter Rd, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

   Parents consistently praise the YMCA facility, staff friendliness, and diverse programs for families. Most reviews reflect positive experiences with gym equipment, classes, and activities. Some parents noted organizational issues in specific programs and minor facility inconsistencies.

   Friendly and helpful staffgood gym equipmentdiverse programs for kids and adultspool and swim classes
6. 6

   Metrowest Ymca School'S Out Program @ Hemenway

   4 score

   4(20)

   729 Water St, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

   Parents praise the YMCA facility for friendly and helpful staff, clean and well-maintained spaces, and diverse programs including swim classes, gym equipment, and youth activities. Most reviews are highly positive about the overall experience and value. Some concerns are noted regarding aquatics program organization and scheduling accuracy.

   Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesgood gym equipmentdiverse programs for kids and adults
7. 7

   Metrowest Ymca Early Childhood Center

   4 score

   4(20)

   280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

   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.

   Friendly and helpful staffclean and safe facilitiesdiverse
8. 8

   Metrowest Ymca School'S Out Program @ Mccarthy

   4 score

   4(20)

   8 Flagg Dr, Framingham, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

   Parents consistently praise the YMCA facility for its friendly and helpful staff, clean environment, and diverse programs for families. Most reviewers have long-term positive experiences and recommend the center. However, some specific concerns have been raised about organization in swim classes and equipment availability.

   Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesdiverse programs for kids and adultsgood gym equipment
9. 9

   Suburban Child

   3.7 score

   3.6(16)

   10 Roxanna St, Framingham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 315 children

   Suburban Child is a center-based facility in Framingham offering swim instruction and sports activities. While some parents praise the swim instruction quality, multiple recent reviews report significant administrative and customer service issues including frequent class cancellations without notice, instructor no-shows, scheduling problems, and difficulty obtaining refunds.

   Swim instruction qualityconvenient location and hoursfriendly instructors

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