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Best Church Daycare in Methuen, MA

Compare 3 church daycare in Methuen. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Methuen, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Methuen has 3 licensed church daycare with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.The largest concentration is in 01844 with 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Methuen

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 Chapel School
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    26 Pleasant St, Methuen, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 78 children

    The Chapel School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of education and teaching staff. Parents highlight that their children made significant academic progress, particularly in Pre-K programs, and note the warm, enthusiastic atmosphere created by teachers. The facility is also noted for ongoing maintenance and facility improvements.

    Excellent and patient teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartencaring and enthusiastic staffpositive learning environment
  2. 2
    Methuen Ymca
    4.12 score
    4.2(8)

    129 Haverhill St, Methuen, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 218 children

    Parents praise the caring, dedicated teaching staff and report children feel safe and learn significantly at Methuen YMCA. However, several parents express frustration with poor customer service from administrative staff, particularly the financial department, and slow response times from management.

    Caring and exceptional teacherschildren feel safesignificant learning and growthclean and secure facility
  3. 3
    The Children'S Center
    4 score
    4(6)

    35 Lowell St, Methuen, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 155 children

    The Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the loving and interactive teachers and director, reporting positive long-term experiences. However, some parents raise serious concerns about administrative issues, security incidents, safety protocols, high costs, and insufficient activities.

    Loving and interactive teacherscaring director (Leticia)good with childrenlong-term enrollment satisfaction

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Methuen

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Methuen, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.73avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.67avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Methuen zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
018448
4.2
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Methuen (32–218 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Methuen based on parent reviews

The Chapel School

5(5)

26 Pleasant St, Methuen, MA

The Chapel School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of education and teaching staff. Parents highlight that their children made significant academic progress, particularly in Pre-K programs, and note the warm, enthusiastic atmosphere created by teachers. The facility is also noted for ongoing maintenance and facility improvements.

Excellent and patient teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartencaring and enthusiastic staff

Community Kindergarten Of Methuen

5(1)

90 Broadway, Methuen, MA

The Children'S Center

4(6)

35 Lowell St, Methuen, MA

The Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the loving and interactive teachers and director, reporting positive long-term experiences. However, some parents raise serious concerns about administrative issues, security incidents, safety protocols, high costs, and insufficient activities.

Loving and interactive teacherscaring director (Leticia)good with children

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Daycare types in Methuen

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 3

Church Daycare in Methuen, Massachusetts

There are 3 church daycare in Methuen, Massachusetts, making up 38% of the 8 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Methuen have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.67 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Methuen

Showing 3 results

The Chapel School
Church Daycare
5

The Chapel School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of education and teaching staff. Parents highlight that their children made significant academic progress, particularly in Pre-K programs, and note the warm, enthusiastic atmosphere created by teachers. The facility is also noted for ongoing maintenance and facility improvements.

Excellent and patient teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartencaring and enthusiastic staff
Address
26 Pleasant St, Methuen, MA
Phone
(978) 689-8414
Community Kindergarten Of Methuen
Church Daycare
5
Address
90 Broadway, Methuen, MA
Phone
(978) 688-5706
The Children'S Center
Church Daycare
4

The Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the loving and interactive teachers and director, reporting positive long-term experiences. However, some parents raise serious concerns about administrative issues, security incidents, safety protocols, high costs, and insufficient activities.

Loving and interactive teacherscaring director (Leticia)good with children
Address
35 Lowell St, Methuen, MA
Phone
(978) 685-6469

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 church daycare daycares in Methuen, Massachusetts, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Methuen have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Methuen, 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
Methuen offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church 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 Methuen for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Methuen 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.