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Best Church Daycare in South Hadley, MA

Compare 3 church daycare in South Hadley. Average rating: 4.68/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

South Hadley, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.68/5
Parent reviews
64
Top rated (4.5+)
3

South Hadley has 3 licensed church daycare with 64 parent reviews averaging 4.68/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01075 zip code, averaging 4.68 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Hadley

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 Gorse Children'S Center
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    27 Morgan St, South Hadley, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 137 children

    The Gorse Children's Center in South Hadley receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, well-organized environment, and thoughtful learning activities. Parents highlight strong health and safety protocols, excellent outdoor facilities, and the center's play-based curriculum that supports both intellectual and social development. Multiple families report their children are enthusiastic about attending and plan to remain enrolled long-term.

    caring and wonderful staffregular app updates on childrenexcellent health and safety protocolsage-appropriate activities
  2. 2
    Holyoke Ymca After School Program - Plains
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    00 Lyman Street, South Hadley, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 39 children

    This listing appears to be for a YMCA fitness facility rather than a daycare program. Reviews overwhelmingly praise the gym's friendly staff, cleanliness, affordable membership, and variety of amenities including pools, fitness classes, and recently renovated equipment. Parents/members highlight the welcoming community atmosphere and quality of service across all age groups.

    Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesaffordable membershiprecently renovated with new equipment
  3. 3
    Brighter Beginnings Child Care LLC
    4 score
    4(7)

    411 Granby Rd, South Hadley, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

    Brighter Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facility, caring staff, outdoor activities, and responsive owner Lily. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and develop strong bonds with teachers. One negative review cited poor communication when attempting to inquire about availability.

    Clean facilitystructured environmentcaring and attentive staffoutdoor play time twice daily

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in South Hadley

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in South Hadley, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

4.4avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

South Hadley zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
010759
4.68
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South Hadley (32–137 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in South Hadley based on parent reviews

Center Nursery School

5(2)

1 Church St, South Hadley, MA

Alphabet Soup Preschool Plus

5(1)

5 Ferry St, South Hadley, MA

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Daycare types in South Hadley

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 4

Church Daycare in South Hadley, Massachusetts

There are 3 church daycare in South Hadley, Massachusetts, making up 33% of the 9 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 South Hadley have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 64 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in South Hadley, 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 South Hadley

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Alphabet Soup Preschool Plus
Church Daycare
5
Address
5 Ferry St, South Hadley, MA
Phone
(413) 437-7467
Center Nursery School
Church Daycare
5
Address
1 Church St, South Hadley, MA
Phone
(413) 532-1232
Playful Minds At South Hadley
Church Daycare

Playful Minds receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. They praise exceptional staff who provide attentive, caring childcare; transparent communication through apps and classroom cameras; and comprehensive programming including summer camp with daily activities. Parents consistently report feeling confident their children are safe, happy, and well-developed.

Transparent communication via app and classroom camerascaring and professional staffaccommodating hours for working parents
Address
11 North Main St., South Hadley, MA
Phone
(413) 534-5674

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 church daycare daycares in South Hadley, Massachusetts, out of 9 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 South Hadley have an average Google rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in South Hadley, 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
South Hadley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 South Hadley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in South Hadley 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.