Best Before or After School Daycare in Lynn, MA
Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Lynn. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lynn, Massachusetts at a glance
- Programs
- 3
- Avg rating
- 4.4/5
- Parent reviews
- 109
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 10
Lynn has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 109 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 59% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 01904 (avg 4.93 stars), while 01902 has the largest selection (12 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lynn
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.
- 1Imagination Station Learning Center4.67 score5(10)
10 Keslar Ave, Lynn, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
Imagination Station Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the professional and dedicated staff, safe and loving environment, strong communication, and individualized attention to child development and readiness for kindergarten.
Professional and dedicated staffSafe and clean facilityLoving and warm environmentExcellent communication with parents - 2Little Theatre Nursery And Kindergarten4.64 score4.8(20)
503 Lynnfield St, Lynn, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Little Theatre Nursery and Kindergarten in Lynn, Massachusetts receives consistently high praise from parents for its small class sizes, nurturing environment, and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the director's genuine commitment to each child's growth, strong academic instruction, and integration of music and cultural learning. Children reportedly feel safe, loved, and develop confidence while building lasting friendships.
Small class sizescaring and attentive - 3Girls Incorporated Of Lynn4.56 score4.7(20)
50 High St, Lynn, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 169 children
Parents consistently praise Girls Incorporated of Lynn as an excellent, safe facility with engaging programs specifically designed for girls' development. Reviews highlight quality staff, frequent field trips, and diverse activities including science programs. The center is noted as particularly beneficial for building confidence and friendships in a girls-only environment.
Great staffengaging programsfrequent field tripsscience activities - 4Kids Club4.4 score4.5(20)
25 North Common St, Lynn, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Parents praise Kids Club as a mission-driven facility with a safe, welcoming environment and engaging activities for children. Staff members are generally described as friendly, nice, and attentive, with the facility being clean and well-maintained. However, one parent reported negative experiences with a specific staff member.
Safe environmentsocial development opportunitiesfun activitiesfriendly and welcoming staff - 5Teddy Bear Day Care3.93 score3.9(15)
520 Eastern Ave, Lynn, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children
Teddy Bear Day Care receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and safe, clean environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and showing developmental growth. Communication with staff is highlighted as excellent, and families feel confident in the quality of care provided.
Warm and patient staffclean and safe facilityengaging educational activitieschild happiness and confidence growth - 6Catholic Charities/North Daycare3.67 score3.4(6)
37 N. Federal Street, Lynn, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children
Catholic Charities/North Daycare in Lynn receives highly polarized reviews. Most reviewers praise the professional and caring staff, with particular mention of teachers Brenda and Flaca, and report positive learning experiences. However, two negative reviews allege poor behavior management, lack of educational instruction, and inappropriate staff conduct.
Professional and friendly staffcaring teacherspositive learning environmentchildren enjoy attending
Rating Distribution
Based on 17 daycares with Google ratings in Lynn
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Lynn, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Lynn zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01904 | 5 | 4.93 | 3 | |
| 01902 | 12 | 4.37 | 7 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lynn (20–352 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
10
Large
76–150 children
7
Very Large
150+ children
3
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Lynn based on parent reviews
Gregg House Preschool
11 Webster St, Lynn, MA
One parent highlights excellent staffing and notes the center is a great place for toddlers, while another criticizes the enrollment policy for requiring proof of financial need. A third reviewer reports being excluded from the program due to income restrictions and facing short-notice dismissal without assistance in finding alternative care.
The Hathaway School
280 Broadway, Lynn, MA
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Before or After School Daycare in Lynn, Massachusetts
There are 3 before or after school daycare in Lynn, Massachusetts, making up 14% of the 21 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 Lynn have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 17 rated facilities, with 59% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 109 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Lynn, 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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One parent highlights excellent staffing and notes the center is a great place for toddlers, while another criticizes the enrollment policy for requiring proof of financial need. A third reviewer reports being excluded from the program due to income restrictions and facing short-notice dismissal without assistance in finding alternative care.
- Address
- 11 Webster St, Lynn, MA
- Phone
- (781) 592-2612
- Address
- 280 Broadway, Lynn, MA
- Phone
- (781) 595-5859
- Address
- 26 Regina Rd, Lynn, MA
- Phone
- (978) 745-7200
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities