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Best Before or After School Daycare in Dudley, MA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Dudley. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dudley, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Dudley offers 1 licensed before or after school daycare, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.65/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dudley

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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    Boys And Girls Club Of Webster Dudley
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    55 Oxford Ave., Dudley, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children

    Parents praise the Boys and Girls Club of Webster Dudley for its friendly staff and positive impact on children's after-school experience. However, some express concerns about rising costs, cleaning standards, and whether children are prioritized, with complaints about inflexible weekly payment structures and late fees.

    Nice and helpful staffchildren enjoy attendingkeeps kids out of troublegood after-school service

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Dudley

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dudley (89–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dudley based on parent reviews

Discovery House Preschool

5(2)

85 Oxford Ave, Dudley, MA

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Daycare types in Dudley

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Dudley, Massachusetts

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Dudley, Massachusetts, making up 50% of the 2 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 Dudley have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dudley, 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 Dudley

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Discovery House Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
85 Oxford Ave, Dudley, MA
Phone
(508) 943-0129

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Dudley, Massachusetts, out of 2 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 Dudley have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dudley, 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
Dudley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 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 Dudley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dudley 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.