How do I choose the right daycare in Holyoke?

When choosing a daycare in Holyoke, 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

What types of daycare are available in Holyoke?

Holyoke offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Church Daycare in Holyoke, Massachusetts (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Massachusetts?

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 Holyoke for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Holyoke

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.

Churchill Head Start

4.49 score

4.7(12)

41 Commercial St, Holyoke, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 156 children

Churchill Head Start in Holyoke receives unanimous positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the quality of teaching staff, supportive environment, and educational benefits for their children. Families report strong satisfaction with the program and would recommend it to others.

Caring and skilled teacherssupportive staffclean facilityearly learning and education quality

Holyoke Ymca After School Program - Sullivan

4.32 score

4.4(20)

400 Jarvis Ave, Holyoke, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

Note: Reviews appear to be for the Holyoke YMCA gym facility rather than the after-school program. Reviews consistently praise the facility's friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean amenities including renovated equipment, pools, sauna and steam room, and affordable membership pricing. Members report a welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Friendly and helpful staffrecently renovated with new equipmentaffordable membe

Holyoke Ymca After School Program - Pine

4.32 score

4.4(20)

171 Pine St, Holyoke, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

These reviews are about the Holyoke YMCA gym facility, not the after-school program. Reviewers praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, recent renovations with modern equipment, affordable membership, and diverse amenities including pools, sauna, and steam room. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and community-focused with programs for all ages.

Friendly and helpful staffrecent renovations and new equipmentaffordable membershipclean facilities

Girls Incorporated Of Holyoke

4.27 score

4.5(6)

52 Nick Cosmos Way, Holyoke, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

Parents consistently praise Girls Incorporated of Holyoke as an excellent afterschool and youth program, with children expressing genuine happiness and enthusiasm about attending. Staff are noted as great and dedicated, with the facility offering engaging activities and amenities for kids and teens.

Happy childrendedicated stafffun activitieslarge basketball court

Church Daycare in Holyoke, Massachusetts

There are 4 church daycare in Holyoke, Massachusetts, making up 19% of the 21 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 Holyoke, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 church daycare daycares in Holyoke, Massachusetts, out of 21 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 Holyoke, 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

Holyoke offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Holyoke for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Holyoke 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.

4 Church Daycare in Holyoke, Massachusetts

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