Children at daycare

Best Before or After School Daycare in Malden, MA

Compare 5 before or after school daycare in Malden. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Malden, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.06/5
Parent reviews
59
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Malden has 5 licensed before or after school daycare with 59 parent reviews averaging 4.06/5.The largest concentration is in 02148 with 13 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Malden

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
    My Little Best Friends Early Learning Center
    4.31 score
    4.4(17)

    384 Main St, Malden, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

    My Little Best Friends Early Learning Center in Malden receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, strong developmental support, and nurturing environment that makes children feel at home. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and felt comfortable leaving their infants and toddlers in the center's care.

    caring and nurturing staffstrong developmental milestones and academic preparationprofessional and experienced teachersgood parent communication via Brightwheel app and photos

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Malden

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.85avg rating
8 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Malden zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0214813
4.06
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Malden (15–287 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Malden based on parent reviews

Rockland Montessori Nursery School

5(3)

44 Dexter St, Malden, MA

Parents highlight the school's beautiful facilities, daily outdoor time, and engaging Montessori materials. Reviewers also note the professionalism and low turnover of the teaching staff, with one family describing a positive multi-year experience across all age groups.

Beautiful classroom spacesdaily outdoor timewide range of Montessori works and toys

Chinese Culture Connections Little Dragon Program @ Beebe

3(1)

401 Pleasant St, Malden, MA

One parent reports a positive four-year experience with the program's bilingual, art, and music offerings for elementary school children, highlighting the staff's dedication. The reviewer expresses strong gratitude for the opportunity to enroll their kids in the afterschool and summer camp activities. No negative feedback was provided in this single review.

bilingual educationart and music classesdedicated and caring staff

Map

Daycare types in Malden

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Before or After School Daycare in Malden, Massachusetts

There are 5 before or after school daycare in Malden, Massachusetts, making up 36% of the 14 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 Malden have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 29% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Malden, 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 Malden

Showing 5 results

Rockland Montessori Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents highlight the school's beautiful facilities, daily outdoor time, and engaging Montessori materials. Reviewers also note the professionalism and low turnover of the teaching staff, with one family describing a positive multi-year experience across all age groups.

Beautiful classroom spacesdaily outdoor timewide range of Montessori works and toys
Address
44 Dexter St, Malden, MA
Phone
(781) 322-3330
Chinese Culture Connections Little Dragon Program @ Beebe
Before or After School Daycare
3

One parent reports a positive four-year experience with the program's bilingual, art, and music offerings for elementary school children, highlighting the staff's dedication. The reviewer expresses strong gratitude for the opportunity to enroll their kids in the afterschool and summer camp activities. No negative feedback was provided in this single review.

bilingual educationart and music classesdedicated and caring staff
Address
401 Pleasant St, Malden, MA
Phone
(781) 388-0617
Champions @ Mystic Valley
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4 Laurel Street, Malden, MA
Phone
(617) 335-0564
Malden Early Education & Learning Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
77 Salem St, Rooms C117,C118,C119., Malden, MA
Phone
(781) 397-6055
Ferryway School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
150 Cross St, Malden, MA
Phone
(781) 322-3760 EXT 13

Page 1 of 1· 5 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 before or after school daycares in Malden, Massachusetts, out of 14 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 Malden have an average Google rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 29% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Malden, 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
Malden offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Malden for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Malden 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.