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Best Church Daycare in North Reading, MA

Compare 1 church daycare in North Reading. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

North Reading, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
3

North Reading has 1 licensed church daycare with 53 parent reviews averaging 4.65/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01864 zip code, averaging 4.65 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in North Reading

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
    Knowledge Beginnings
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    48 Main St, North Reading, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 161 children

    Knowledge Beginnings in North Reading receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and strong communication throughout the day. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine investment in their children's development and the welcoming, family-like atmosphere created by both classroom staff and leadership.

    Caring and dedicated teachersresponsive and communicative directorsdaily photo and activity updates via appstructured yet nurturing classrooms
  2. 2
    Over The Rainbow
    4.61 score
    4.8(16)

    6 Washington St, North Reading, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Over the Rainbow is highly regarded by parents, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, safe and loving environment, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. The daycare offers engaging activities, educational curriculum, and daily communication with parents through an app.

    Caring and compassionate staffattentive care across all age groupswelcoming environmentstrong leadership (director Kathy)
  3. 3
    Bright Star Nursery
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    235 Park Street, North Reading, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a garden center/nursery, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the business for knowledgeable staff, competitive pricing, and quality plant selection.

    Knowledgeable and friendly staffreasonable pricesexcellent plant selectionhelpful gardening advice

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in North Reading

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in North Reading, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

North Reading zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
018647
4.65
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in North Reading (24–161 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in North Reading

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Church Daycare in North Reading, Massachusetts

There are 1 church daycare in North Reading, Massachusetts, making up 14% of the 7 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 North Reading have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in North Reading, 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 North Reading

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Hilltop Nursery School
Church Daycare
Address
148 Haverhill St, North Reading, MA
Phone
(978) 664-4532

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in North Reading, Massachusetts, out of 7 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 North Reading have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in North Reading, 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
North Reading offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 North Reading for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in North Reading 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.