Best Before or After School Daycare in South Hadley, MA
Compare 4 before or after school daycare in South Hadley. Average rating: 4.68/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
South Hadley, Massachusetts at a glance
- Programs
- 4
- Avg rating
- 4.68/5
- Parent reviews
- 64
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
South Hadley has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 64 parent reviews averaging 4.68/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01075 zip code, averaging 4.68 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Hadley
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.
- 1The Gorse Children'S Center4.5 score5(5)
27 Morgan St, South Hadley, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 137 children
The Gorse Children's Center in South Hadley receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, well-organized environment, and thoughtful learning activities. Parents highlight strong health and safety protocols, excellent outdoor facilities, and the center's play-based curriculum that supports both intellectual and social development. Multiple families report their children are enthusiastic about attending and plan to remain enrolled long-term.
caring and wonderful staffregular app updates on childrenexcellent health and safety protocolsage-appropriate activities - 2Holyoke Ymca After School Program - Plains4.32 score4.4(20)
00 Lyman Street, South Hadley, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 39 children
This listing appears to be for a YMCA fitness facility rather than a daycare program. Reviews overwhelmingly praise the gym's friendly staff, cleanliness, affordable membership, and variety of amenities including pools, fitness classes, and recently renovated equipment. Parents/members highlight the welcoming community atmosphere and quality of service across all age groups.
Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesaffordable membershiprecently renovated with new equipment - 3Brighter Beginnings Child Care LLC4 score4(7)
411 Granby Rd, South Hadley, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children
Brighter Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facility, caring staff, outdoor activities, and responsive owner Lily. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and develop strong bonds with teachers. One negative review cited poor communication when attempting to inquire about availability.
Clean facilitystructured environmentcaring and attentive staffoutdoor play time twice daily
Rating Distribution
Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in South Hadley
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in South Hadley, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
South Hadley zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01075 | 9 | 4.68 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in South Hadley (32–137 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
8
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in South Hadley based on parent reviews
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Daycare types in South Hadley
Before or After School Daycare in South Hadley, Massachusetts
There are 4 before or after school daycare in South Hadley, Massachusetts, making up 44% of the 9 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 Hadley have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 64 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in South Hadley, 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 Hadley
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This listing appears to be for a YMCA fitness facility rather than a daycare program. Reviews overwhelmingly praise the gym's friendly staff, cleanliness, affordable membership, and variety of amenities including pools, fitness classes, and recently renovated equipment. Parents/members highlight the welcoming community atmosphere and quality of service across all age groups.
- Address
- 00 Lyman Street, South Hadley, MA
- Phone
- (413) 538-5068
- Address
- 100 Mosier St., South Hadley, MA
- Phone
- (413) 534-5631
- Address
- 101 Mosier St, South Hadley, MA
- Phone
- (413) 534-5631
Rise and Shine Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the early intervention services, developmental support, and quality of care for infants and toddlers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, professional staff, and comprehensive resources including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and socialization programs. One review expressed dissatisfaction without providing details.
- Address
- 30 Old Lyman Rd, South Hadley, MA
- Phone
- (413) 532-2824
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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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
- Church Daycare — 3 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities