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Best Before or After School Daycare in Dartmouth, MA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Dartmouth. Average rating: 4.27/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dartmouth, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.27/5
Parent reviews
38
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Dartmouth has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 38 parent reviews averaging 4.27/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dartmouth

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
    Learning House Preschool
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    550b Russells Mills Road, Dartmouth, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Parents consistently praise Learning House Preschool for its caring, responsive staff who genuinely love working with children, clean and inviting facilities, and strong communication from leadership. Families report feeling confident and at ease with their children's care, noting that children are excited and eager to attend daily.

    Warm and caring staffresponsive directorexcellent communicationclean facility
  2. 2
    Dartmouth Ymca
    4.07 score
    4.1(13)

    276 Gulf Road, Dartmouth, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Parents praise Dartmouth YMCA for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly and professional staff, and well-maintained facilities. The center is noted for being a quieter, boutique-style environment that is rarely crowded. Reviewers appreciate the community feel and variety of programs offered.

    Beautiful sceneryrelaxing environmentfriendly staffprofessional staff
  3. 3
    Kids Ink Too, INC.
    3.85 score
    3.7(5)

    695 Dartmouth St, Dartmouth, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Kids Ink Too receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff and their children's positive experiences at the facility. However, one detailed review raises significant concerns about cleanliness, maintenance, and party area conditions.

    Staff qualitychildren enjoy attendingseparate party area availablewelcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Dartmouth

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.27avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dartmouth (26–74 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Dartmouth

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Dartmouth, Massachusetts

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, making up 25% of the 4 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 Dartmouth have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.27 stars. Our analysis covers 38 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dartmouth, 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 Dartmouth

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Dartmouth Ymca @ Dartmouth Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
366 Slocum Road, Dartmouth, MA
Phone
(508) 817-2323

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, out of 4 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 Dartmouth have an average Google rating of 4.27 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dartmouth, 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
Dartmouth offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Dartmouth for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dartmouth 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.