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Best Before or After School Daycare in Marshfield, MA

Compare 6 before or after school daycare in Marshfield. Average rating: 4.14/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Marshfield, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.14/5
Parent reviews
70
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Marshfield has 6 licensed before or after school daycare with 70 parent reviews averaging 4.14/5.The largest concentration is in 02050 with 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marshfield

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
    Pudding Hill Preschool
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    185 Plain St, Marshfield, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 55 children

    Pudding Hill Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all six reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the Montessori-based curriculum, nurturing environment, experienced staff, and hands-on learning opportunities including outdoor exploration. The school is credited with helping children develop confidence, independence, and school readiness while building strong relationships with families.

    Montessori-based learning approachwarm and welcoming staffexperienced educators from Bay Farm Montessorinurturing environment
  2. 2
    Cherubs Child Development Center
    4.46 score
    4.6(16)

    260 Main Street, Marshfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Cherubs Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who value its family-owned atmosphere, caring staff, and flexible scheduling options. Parents appreciate the combination of personalized attention with the structure and oversight of a center-based facility, and children are reported to enjoy attending daily.

    Caring and kind staffflexible scheduling and hours (open until 6:00 pm)family-owned environmentstrong curriculum and communication
  3. 3
    Marshfield Recreation Extended Day At M.E.S.
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    257 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 39 children

    Parents praise Marshfield Recreation Extended Day at M.E.S. as an excellent facility with well-maintained grounds and recreational activities. The program offers affordable camps with appealing field trips to the beach or bowling on alternating Wednesdays. The location features popular sledding hills, hiking trails, a river, and a recently renovated fenced playground that serves families year-round.

    Affordable campsscenic trailsriver accessexcellent sledding hills with safety features

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Marshfield

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

4.4avg rating
6 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.15avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Marshfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0205011
4.14
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Marshfield (26–144 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Marshfield based on parent reviews

Marshfield Recreation Extended Day At M.E.S.

4.4(20)

257 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA

Parents praise Marshfield Recreation Extended Day at M.E.S. as an excellent facility with well-maintained grounds and recreational activities. The program offers affordable camps with appealing field trips to the beach or bowling on alternating Wednesdays. The location features popular sledding hills, hiking trails, a river, and a recently renovated fenced playground that serves families year-round.

Affordable campsscenic trailsriver access

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Daycare types in Marshfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 6

Before or After School Daycare in Marshfield, Massachusetts

There are 6 before or after school daycare in Marshfield, Massachusetts, making up 55% of the 11 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 Marshfield have an average rating of 4.14 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 70 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Marshfield, 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 Marshfield

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Marshfield Recreation Extended Day At M.E.S.
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents praise Marshfield Recreation Extended Day at M.E.S. as an excellent facility with well-maintained grounds and recreational activities. The program offers affordable camps with appealing field trips to the beach or bowling on alternating Wednesdays. The location features popular sledding hills, hiking trails, a river, and a recently renovated fenced playground that serves families year-round.

Affordable campsscenic trailsriver access
Address
257 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA
Phone
(339) 834-5025
Ocy-Eames Way Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
165 Eames Way, Marshfield, MA
Phone
(508) 962-5090
Ocy-South River Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
56 Hatch Street, Marshfield, MA
Phone
(508) 833-4796
Ocy-Martinson Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
275 Forest St, Marshfield, MA
Phone
(508) 962-5207
Ocy-Gov. Edward Winslow Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
60 Regis Rd, Marshfield, MA
Phone
(508) 962-5662
Ocy-Daniel Webster Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
01456 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA
Phone
(508) 962-5233

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 before or after school daycares in Marshfield, Massachusetts, out of 11 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 Marshfield have an average Google rating of 4.14 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Marshfield, 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
Marshfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Marshfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Marshfield 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.