Best Before or After School Daycare in Peabody, MA
Compare 5 before or after school daycare in Peabody. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Peabody, Massachusetts at a glance
- Programs
- 5
- Avg rating
- 4.55/5
- Parent reviews
- 109
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Peabody has 5 licensed before or after school daycare with 109 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01960 zip code, averaging 4.55 stars across 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Peabody
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.
- 1Little Bear Kollege Preschool And Learning Center4.8 score5(20)
7 Paleologos St., Peabody, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 15 children
Little Bear Kollege receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring teachers (particularly Ms. Flora and Ms. Maggie), strong academic curriculum, and individualized attention. Children show significant developmental and academic progress, with many reporting improved confidence, social skills, and kindergarten readiness. Parents consistently cite the safe, clean facility, community involvement, and excellent communication as key strengths.
- 2Holy Childhood Nursery And Kindergarten4.8 score5(20)
5 Wheatland St, Peabody, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 70 children
Parents consistently praise Carmelite Preschool for its nurturing, faith-based environment and dedicated staff. Children are reported to be happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and treated with genuine care and respect. The school balances academics with creative play, art, and faith-centered activities.
Warm and welcoming stafffaith-based Catholic environmentbalanced curriculum mixing academics with play and creativitychildren excited and happy to attend - 3North Shore Childcare, LLC4.32 score4.4(20)
17 Washington St, Peabody, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
Parents consistently praise North Shore Family Daycare for providing loving, professional care with staff who genuinely care about children's development and families' peace of mind. Reviewers highlight strong educational outcomes, excellent communication, and affordable rates compared to competitors. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars.
Caring and professional staffchild development and school readinessfriendly atmospheretransparent communication with parents - 4St. Ann'S Preschool4.23 score4.4(7)
140 Lynn St, Peabody, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 24 children
Reviews praise St. Ann's as a welcoming parish community with a friendly atmosphere. However, the reviews appear to be primarily about the church itself rather than the preschool/daycare services. One review complained about locked doors and bathroom access.
Welcoming communityfriendly staffnice atmosphereannual events and bazaar
Rating Distribution
Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Peabody
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Peabody, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Peabody zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01960 | 20 | 4.55 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Peabody (15–156 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
11
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
1
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Highest rated daycares in Peabody based on parent reviews
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Before or After School Daycare in Peabody, Massachusetts
There are 5 before or after school daycare in Peabody, Massachusetts, making up 25% of the 20 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 Peabody have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 109 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Peabody, 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 Peabody
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Parents consistently praise Carmelite Preschool for its nurturing, faith-based environment and dedicated staff. Children are reported to be happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and treated with genuine care and respect. The school balances academics with creative play, art, and faith-centered activities.
- Address
- 5 Wheatland St, Peabody, MA
- Phone
- (978) 531-4733
- Address
- 60 Northend St, Peabody, MA
- Phone
- (978) 740-5437
- Address
- 127 Birch St, Peabody, MA
- Phone
- (617) 846-1358
- Address
- 76 Lake St, Peabody, MA
- Phone
- (978) 778-8574
- Address
- 150 Lynn St, Peabody, MA
- Phone
- (978) 536-4100
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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
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