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1 Before or After School Daycare in Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Browse all 1 before or after school daycare in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chelmsford

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.

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    261 Billerica Rd, Chelmsford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 141 children

    Parents consistently praise Knowledge Beginnings-Billerica Rd. for its warm, caring staff and smooth transition process. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center's cleanliness, responsive communication through the daily app updates, and teachers who genuinely care for the children. Multiple parents report feeling at ease leaving their children in this nurturing environment.

    Warm and welcoming staffclean facilitiesresponsive teachers and managementdaily photo/activity updates via app
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    180 Old Westford Rd, Chelmsford, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children

    Greater Visions Children's Center in Chelmsford receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising exceptional staff longevity, caring and professional teachers, and a nurturing learning environment. One parent reported concerns about stricter discipline approaches in older age groups and their child's daily drop-off distress, though this contrasts sharply with most other testimonials.

    Strong staff retention and stabilitycaring and professional teachersage-appropriate classroom designsupportive leadership

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Before or After School Daycare in Chelmsford, Massachusetts

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, making up 17% of the 6 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.

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

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There are 1 before or after school daycares in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Chelmsford, 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
Chelmsford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Chelmsford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chelmsford 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.