7 Before or After School Daycare in Amherst, Massachusetts

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Amherst

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

   Renaissance School INC.

   4.58 score

   5(7)

   867 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

   Renaissance School is a highly-rated part-time preschool in Amherst that uses a play-based, Reggio Emilia approach with small class sizes and strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents praise the nurturing environment, personalized attention, affordability, diverse community, and the leadership of director Ms. Dotty Meyer. Children reportedly develop confidence, social skills, language abilities, and kindergarten readiness.

   Play-based learningsmall class sizes (12-14 children)high teacher-to-student ratioaffordability
2. 2

   Spring Street Preschool

   4.11 score

   4.2(6)

   64 Spring St, Amherst, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

   Spring Street Preschool is highly regarded by parents for its play-based, interest-led curriculum and experienced teachers who create a warm, nurturing environment. Parents consistently praise the school's focus on fostering creativity, social-emotional development, and kindergarten readiness through engaging activities like journal storytelling and outdoor play.

   Experienced and attentive teachersplay-based and creative curriculumstudent-interest-guided learningwarm and nurturing environment
3. 3

   All About Learning

   4 score

   4(12)

   7 Pomeroy Lane, Amherst, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 19 children

   All About Learning receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report significant positive developmental changes in their children, strong communication from teachers, and a family-centered approach to care. The center is well-organized and prepared children academically and emotionally for kindergarten.

   Caring and patient teacherswelcoming environmentstrong communication with pa
4. 4

   All About Learning

   4 score

   4(12)

   400 Riverglade Dr, Amherst, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 13 children

   All About Learning receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrived emotionally and academically at the center. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, excellent communication, welcoming environment, and strong preparation for kindergarten. One concern raised was excessive screen time during drop-off and pick-up.

   Caring and patient teachersexcellent communication with parentswelcoming environmentattention to d

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