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Best Before or After School Daycare in Andover, MA

Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Andover. Average rating: 4.61/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Andover, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.61/5
Parent reviews
136
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Andover has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 136 parent reviews averaging 4.61/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 89% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01810 zip code, averaging 4.61 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Andover

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
    Next Generation Children'S Center Of Andover, LLC
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    516 So. Main Street, Andover, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 228 children

    Parents consistently praise Next Generation Children's Center for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated staff who treat children like family. The center is noted for strong academic curriculum, excellent communication with parents, and child development across emotional, social, and intellectual areas. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting parent satisfaction with care quality and staff professionalism.

    Warm and nurturing environmenthighly dedicated and professional staffstrong academic curriculumexcellent parent communication and daily updates
  2. 2
    The Preschool At Temple Emanuel
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    7 Haggetts Pond Rd, Andover, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 115 children

    The Preschool at Temple Emanuel in Andover receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming community atmosphere and describe it as the best preschool around. The facility is part of a family-oriented Reform synagogue with an engaged rabbi and active congregation.

    warm and welcoming atmospherestrong communityexcellent preschool programbeautiful surroundings
  3. 3
    The Children'S Center At Phillips Academy
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    10 Abbot St, Andover, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 106 children

    Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons at Phillips Academy for its excellent staff, warm and caring environment, and strong educational curriculum. The center receives high marks for safety protocols, communication with families, and individualized attention to children. Parents report seamless transitions, impressive learning outcomes, and feel their children are in capable, family-like care.

    Knowledgeable and caring teachersstrong curriculum across academics and social-emotional learningexcellent communication and photo updatessafe COVID-19 protocols
  4. 4
    Step By Step Chinese Learning Center
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    65 Phillips St., Andover, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    Parents consistently praise SHED as an excellent preschool and childcare program with highly dedicated, caring educators who foster children's curiosity, confidence, and creativity. Children are described as happy and engaged, with strong emphasis on outdoor time, mixed-age interactions, and a welcoming community environment.

    Caring and expert teachersoutdoor activitiesmixed-age classroomsdiverse daily activities
  5. 5
    Andover/No.Andover Ymca Child Care Program
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    165 Haverhill St, Andover, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 166 children

    This appears to be a YMCA facility rather than a dedicated daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (9 five-star ratings, 2 four-star ratings) and focus on the gym, pools, and fitness amenities rather than childcare services. Parents appreciate the facility's cleanliness, variety of programs, and welcoming staff.

    Modern and newly expanded facilitymultiple poolsexcellent childcare servicesfriendly and professional staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Andover

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.83avg rating
10 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
7 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

3.9avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Andover zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0181019
4.61
8

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Andover (13–228 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Andover based on parent reviews

The Children'S Center At Phillips Academy

4.7(11)

10 Abbot St, Andover, MA

Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons at Phillips Academy for its excellent staff, warm and caring environment, and strong educational curriculum. The center receives high marks for safety protocols, communication with families, and individualized attention to children. Parents report seamless transitions, impressive learning outcomes, and feel their children are in capable, family-like care.

Knowledgeable and caring teachersstrong curriculum across academics and social-emotional learningexcellent communication and photo updates

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Daycare types in Andover

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 7

Before or After School Daycare in Andover, Massachusetts

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Andover, Massachusetts, making up 37% of the 19 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 Andover have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 89% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 136 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Andover

Showing 7 results

The Children'S Center At Phillips Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons at Phillips Academy for its excellent staff, warm and caring environment, and strong educational curriculum. The center receives high marks for safety protocols, communication with families, and individualized attention to children. Parents report seamless transitions, impressive learning outcomes, and feel their children are in capable, family-like care.

Knowledgeable and caring teachersstrong curriculum across academics and social-emotional learningexcellent communication and photo updates
Address
10 Abbot St, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 749-4870
Kid Care West Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
58 Beacon Street, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 623-8311
Kid'S Club At West
Before or After School Daycare
Address
60 Beacon St, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 623-8462
Kids Club @ High Plain
Before or After School Daycare
Address
333 High Plain Rd, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 623-8462
Kid'S Club At Bancroft
Before or After School Daycare
Address
15 Bancroft Rd, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 623-8462
Kid'S Club At Sanborn
Before or After School Daycare
Address
90 Lovejoy Rd, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 623-8460
Kid'S Club At South
Before or After School Daycare
Address
55 Woburn St, Andover, MA
Phone
(978) 623-8462

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 before or after school daycares in Andover, Massachusetts, out of 19 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 Andover have an average Google rating of 4.61 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 89% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Andover, 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
Andover offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Andover for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Andover 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.