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Best Before or After School Daycare in Lincoln, MA

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Lincoln. Average rating: 4.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lincoln, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.87/5
Parent reviews
43
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Lincoln has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 43 parent reviews averaging 4.87/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01773 zip code, averaging 4.87 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lincoln

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
    Magic Garden, INC.
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    8 Ballfield Rd, Lincoln, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Magic Garden receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and experienced staff, enrichment programs, and well-maintained facilities. One parent reported a negative experience with a specific teacher in the youngest classroom, citing insensitive behavior and poor conflict resolution. Overall, parents describe it as a special place that prepares children well for kindergarten.

    caring and patient staffexperienced and well-educated teachersbright and clean facilitiesmultiple playgrounds and outdoor access

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Lincoln

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lincoln zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
017737
4.87
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lincoln (18–104 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Lincoln

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Lincoln, Massachusetts

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Lincoln, Massachusetts, making up 43% of the 7 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 Lincoln have an average rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 43 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln

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The Teddy Bear Club
Before or After School Daycare

Parents consistently praise The Teddy Bear Club for its nurturing, safe environment and individualized attention to children. The bilingual French curriculum, beautiful facilities, and caring teachers receive universal acclaim, with many families reporting significant positive transformations in their children's confidence and love of learning.

Nurturing and safe environmentindividualized child-centered approachcaring and patient teachers
Address
239 Concord Rd, Lincoln, MA
Phone
(781) 259-0009
Lincoln Extended Activities Program INC. (L.E.A.P.)
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1 Ballfield Rd, Lincoln, MA
Phone
(781) 259-0615
Drumlin Farm Community Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
218 Lincoln Rd, Lincoln, MA
Phone
(781) 259-2224

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Lincoln, Massachusetts, out of 7 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 Lincoln have an average Google rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lincoln, 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
Lincoln offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Lincoln for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lincoln 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.