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Best Before or After School Daycare in Marion, MA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Marion. Average rating: 4.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Marion, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.77/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Marion has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.77/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marion

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
    Countryside Child Care Center, INC. School Age Program Marion
    4.77 score
    5(17)

    16 Spring Street, Marion, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    Parents consistently praise Countryside Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten. Parents appreciate the open communication, responsiveness, and personalized attention their children receive.

    Caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsresponsive communication with parentsapp updates and photos
  2. 2
    Countryside Child Care Center, INC.-Marion
    4.77 score
    5(17)

    381 Front Street, Marion, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

    Countryside Child Care Center in Marion receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight strong communication, personalized attention to children, and effective preparation for kindergarten. Multiple families have sent multiple children to the center over several years, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

    Caring and friendly staffeffective communication and photo updates via appdirector goes above and beyond (military benefits assistance)children love attending and form strong relationships with teachers
  3. 3
    The Children'S Academy Of Marion
    4.18 score
    4.3(7)

    13 County Rd, Marion, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    The Children's Academy of Marion receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from current and former parents, who praise the caring staff, clean facility, strong curriculum, and child development outcomes. However, a small number of negative reviews cite poor communication and staff rudeness during the enrollment inquiry process.

    Kind and responsive staffbeautiful groundsknowledgeable teacherswell-developed curriculum

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Marion

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.65avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Marion (26–91 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Marion based on parent reviews

Countryside Child Care Center, INC. School Age Program Marion

5(17)

16 Spring Street, Marion, MA

Parents consistently praise Countryside Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten. Parents appreciate the open communication, responsiveness, and personalized attention their children receive.

Caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsresponsive communication with parents

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Daycare types in Marion

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Marion, Massachusetts

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Marion, 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 Marion have an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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 Marion

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Countryside Child Care Center, INC. School Age Program Marion
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Countryside Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten. Parents appreciate the open communication, responsiveness, and personalized attention their children receive.

Caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsresponsive communication with parents
Address
16 Spring Street, Marion, MA
Phone
(508) 789-3645

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Marion, 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 Marion have an average Google rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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
Marion 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 Marion for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Marion 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.