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Best Before or After School Daycare in South Boston, MA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in South Boston. Average rating: 4.64/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

South Boston, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.64/5
Parent reviews
61
Top rated (4.5+)
5

South Boston has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 61 parent reviews averaging 4.64/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02127 zip code, averaging 4.64 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Boston

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
    Boys And Girls Clubs Of Boston At South Boston
    4.49 score
    4.8(8)

    230 West Sixth Street, South Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    Boys and Girls Clubs of South Boston receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most reviewers praising the facility, staff, and variety of programs for children ages 6 and up. However, one parent reported significant concerns about enrollment processes, staff dismissiveness, and inadequate handling of behavioral and safety issues.

    Excellent staffvariety of programsnew facilitystrong coaching and training
  2. 2
    South Boston H.S./Ehs @ Old Colony
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    125 Mercer Street, South Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Parents consistently praise this daycare for its caring and friendly staff who provide excellent long-term childcare programs. Families highlight engaging activities including field trips and community events, with some children attending from preschool through middle school. The facility is noted for being clean, affordable, and integrated with a senior center.

    Caring and friendly staffengaging field trips and activitieslong-term program qualityclean facility
  3. 3
    South Boston Neighborhood House
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    136 H Street, South Boston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    South Boston Neighborhood House receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring and friendly staff. Families highlight the center's quality programming, field trips, and ability to serve children across multiple age groups from preschool through middle school. Parents appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and additional services offered.

    Caring and friendly staffexcellent programmingfield trips to parks and lakesserves children from preschool through middle school
  4. 4
    South Boston Head Start @ West Broadway
    4.22 score
    4.3(15)

    424 West Broadway, South Boston, MA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise South Boston Head Start @ West Broadway for its caring, dedicated staff and supportive environment for young children. The center offers comprehensive services including daycare, parenting classes, and community support programs. Staff members like Miss Cathy, Miss Megan, and director Maritza are noted for their genuine care and engagement with children.

    Caring and dedicated teachersconvenient location with parkingfriendly and accommodating staffwelcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in South Boston

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in South Boston, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.64avg rating
5 daycares · 5 rated

Headstart Programs

4.3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

South Boston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
021278
4.64
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South Boston (35–158 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in South Boston based on parent reviews

South Boston Neighborhood House Preschool

5(2)

01187 Columbia Rd, South Boston, MA

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Daycare types in South Boston

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in South Boston, Massachusetts

There are 1 before or after school daycare in South Boston, Massachusetts, making up 13% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in South Boston have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 61 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in South Boston, 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 South Boston

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South Boston Neighborhood House Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
01187 Columbia Rd, South Boston, MA
Phone
(617) 269-4090

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in South Boston, Massachusetts, out of 8 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 South Boston have an average Google rating of 4.64 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in South Boston, 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
South Boston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 South Boston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in South Boston 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.