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3 Before or After School Daycare in Reading, Massachusetts

Browse all 3 before or after school daycare in Reading, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Reading

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
    5 Senses
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    01381 Main St, Reading, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 37 children

    5 Senses is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Reading, Massachusetts with perfect 5/5 ratings. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teachers, play-based curriculum, emphasis on independence and social-emotional learning, and extensive outdoor activities. Multiple reviewers noted significant positive transformations in their children's development and behavior.

    Engaging and caring teachersplay-based learning approachflexible scheduling optionsbeautiful outdoor space with year-round play
  2. 2
    Reading Burbank Ymca
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    36 Arthur B Lord Dr, Reading, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 117 children

    Reading Burbank YMCA receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple programs including summer camp, after-school care, preschool, and swimming lessons. Parents praise the caring, enthusiastic staff, diverse activities, personal growth opportunities, and welcoming environment. Children reportedly feel safe, make friends easily, and develop confidence and important life skills.

    Caring and enthusiastic staffdiverse and engaging activitiesinclusive environmentpersonal growth and skill development
  3. 3
    Little Treasures Schoolhouse
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    311 Haverhill St, Reading, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 83 children

    Little Treasures Schoolhouse in Reading receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, passionate staff and warm environment. Parents highlight strong communication, balanced curriculum, and the school's ability to prepare children for kindergarten success. The facility is noted as clean, well-structured, and secure.

    Caring and passionate staffwarm welcoming environmentexcellent communication with parents (pictures/videos/updates)strong curriculum with focus on learning and development

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Reading based on parent reviews

5 Senses

5(20)

01381 Main St, Reading, MA

5 Senses is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Reading, Massachusetts with perfect 5/5 ratings. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teachers, play-based curriculum, emphasis on independence and social-emotional learning, and extensive outdoor activities. Multiple reviewers noted significant positive transformations in their children's development and behavior.

Engaging and caring teachersplay-based learning approachflexible scheduling options

Little Treasures Schoolhouse

5(6)

311 Haverhill St, Reading, MA

Little Treasures Schoolhouse in Reading receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, passionate staff and warm environment. Parents highlight strong communication, balanced curriculum, and the school's ability to prepare children for kindergarten success. The facility is noted as clean, well-structured, and secure.

Caring and passionate staffwarm welcoming environmentexcellent communication with parents (pictures/videos/updates)

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Daycare types in Reading

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Before or After School Daycare in Reading, Massachusetts

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Reading, Massachusetts, making up 38% of the 8 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.

When choosing a daycare in Reading, 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 Reading

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Little Treasures Schoolhouse
Before or After School Daycare
5

Little Treasures Schoolhouse in Reading receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, passionate staff and warm environment. Parents highlight strong communication, balanced curriculum, and the school's ability to prepare children for kindergarten success. The facility is noted as clean, well-structured, and secure.

Caring and passionate staffwarm welcoming environmentexcellent communication with parents (pictures/videos/updates)
Address
311 Haverhill St, Reading, MA
Phone
(781) 944-7907
5 Senses
Before or After School Daycare
5

5 Senses is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Reading, Massachusetts with perfect 5/5 ratings. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teachers, play-based curriculum, emphasis on independence and social-emotional learning, and extensive outdoor activities. Multiple reviewers noted significant positive transformations in their children's development and behavior.

Engaging and caring teachersplay-based learning approachflexible scheduling options
Address
01381 Main St, Reading, MA
Phone
(781) 942-2393
Reading Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
453 West St, Reading, MA
Phone
(781) 944-1057

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Reading, Massachusetts, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Reading, 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
Reading offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Reading for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Reading 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.