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16 Before or After School Daycare in Springfield, Massachusetts

Browse all 16 before or after school daycare in Springfield, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield

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
    Make Way For Ducklings
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    455 Island Pond Rd, Springfield, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 72 children

    Make Way for Ducklings receives unanimously positive feedback from parents whose children have attended since September 2025. Parents consistently praise the dedicated teaching staff, particularly Ms. Thona, for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth. The facility is commended for its individualized attention, strong communication with families, and engaging curriculum that prepares children for kind

  2. 2
    Square One @ Christian Life Center
    4.63 score
    4.8(19)

    01590 Sumner Ave., Springfield, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 71 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for the church facility rather than the daycare program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, knowledgeable pastor, and positive atmosphere of Christian Life Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.

    Welcoming and non-judgmental communityknowledgeable pastorclean and well-maintained facilityuplifting atmosphere
  3. 3
    Prelude Preschool Of The Arts
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    127 State St, Springfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

    Prelude Preschool of the Arts is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Springfield, Massachusetts with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming environment, small class sizes, engaging teaching staff, and arts-focused curriculum that encourages creative expression. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily and parents report significant learning progress.

    Small class sizesfriendly and engaging teacherswarm and welcoming environmentarts-focused curriculum
  4. 4
    En Motion Dance Theater
    4.44 score
    4.8(6)

    531 Belmont Ave., Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children

    En Motion Dance Theater receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and talented instructors, particularly Ms. Shire and Ms. Brown. Parents appreciate the combination of dance education with physical activity, self-esteem building, and strong communication from staff.

    Experienced and knowledgeable instructorspositive atmospherephysical exercise and fitnessself-esteem and core values development
  5. 5
    Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center School Age Program
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    3 Rutland Street, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    MLK Community Center School Age Program is a well-organized, community-focused facility that serves Springfield families through recreational programs, food assistance, and volunteer opportunities. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff and volunteers who prioritize community involvement and family-oriented services. While the facility may lack extensive amenities, reviewers value the welcoming atmosphere and positive impact on families.

    Well-organizeddedicated staffstrong volunteer supportcommunity involvement
  6. 6
    Children'S Corner Day Care-King Street
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    101 King St, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Children's Corner Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the staff's professionalism, care, daily communication, educational quality, and safe environment. Two parents report serious concerns including alleged staff misconduct, verbal abuse toward children, poor behavior management, frequent illness, and unprofessional staff conduct.

    Staff professionalism and carestrong parent-staff communication with daily reports and photossafe environmentchild development and educational outcomes
  7. 7
    Ymca Schools Out @ Dunbar
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    33 Oak St, Springfield, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 52 children

    YMCA Schools Out @ Dunbar is a highly-regarded community center in Springfield offering diverse programs and activities for children and families. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, community involvement, and the facility's role as a hub for worship, childcare, and social services. The center is noted for maintaining safety standards and creating a welcoming, supportive environment.

    Caring and helpful staffdiverse programs and activitiesstrong community resourcesafe and clean facility
  8. 8
    New North Citizens Council Children & Family Center
    4.28 score
    4.4(12)

    02455 Main St, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Parents consistently praise the staff at New North Citizens Council Children & Family Center for their genuine care, helpfulness, and community support. The center is noted for having knowledgeable and friendly personnel who go out of their way to assist families. One reviewer mentioned staffing challenges despite the quality of care provided.

    Caring and attentive staffknowledgeable personnelhelpful with community and government issuesfriendly atmosphere
  9. 9
    Putnam Head Start Program
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    01300 State St., Springfield, MA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be from high school and trade program students/alumni rather than daycare parents. Reviewers consistently praise the school's trade programs, quality instruction, and career preparation support.

    Excellent trade/vocational programsdedicated and supportive teachershands-on learning opportunitiescareer advancement support
  10. 10
    Tommie Johnson Child And Family Center
    4.19 score
    4.3(9)

    255 King St, Springfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 179 children

    Parents consistently praise Tommie Johnson Child and Family Center for its caring staff and clean facilities. The center is highlighted as particularly welcoming for children with special needs. Multiple reviewers express satisfaction with after-school care and recommend the facility to others.

    Friendly and caring staffclean facilityexcellent for special needs childreneffective after-school care program

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Springfield based on parent reviews

Prelude Preschool Of The Arts

5(5)

127 State St, Springfield, MA

Prelude Preschool of the Arts is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Springfield, Massachusetts with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming environment, small class sizes, engaging teaching staff, and arts-focused curriculum that encourages creative expression. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily and parents report significant learning progress.

Small class sizesfriendly and engaging teacherswarm and welcoming environment

Ymca Schools Out @ Dunbar

4.4(20)

33 Oak St, Springfield, MA

YMCA Schools Out @ Dunbar is a highly-regarded community center in Springfield offering diverse programs and activities for children and families. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, community involvement, and the facility's role as a hub for worship, childcare, and social services. The center is noted for maintaining safety standards and creating a welcoming, supportive environment.

Caring and helpful staffdiverse programs and activitiesstrong community resource

Ymca Of Greater Springfield Scoop

4.1(20)

15 Catharine St., Springfield, MA

Reviews are predominantly positive, praising the facility's cleanliness, safety standards, welcoming staff, and diverse fitness and childcare programs. Parents appreciate the community atmosphere and child care services offered at the new Springfield location.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieskind and welcoming staffstrong safety and childcare standards

Square One @ Catherine Street

4.3(1)

15 Catherine St., Springfield, MA

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Before or After School Daycare in Springfield, Massachusetts

There are 16 before or after school daycare in Springfield, Massachusetts, making up 27% of the 60 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 Springfield, 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 Springfield

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Prelude Preschool Of The Arts
Before or After School Daycare
5

Prelude Preschool of the Arts is a highly-regarded school-based preschool in Springfield, Massachusetts with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming environment, small class sizes, engaging teaching staff, and arts-focused curriculum that encourages creative expression. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily and parents report significant learning progress.

Small class sizesfriendly and engaging teacherswarm and welcoming environment
Address
127 State St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 732-8428
Ymca Schools Out @ Dunbar
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

YMCA Schools Out @ Dunbar is a highly-regarded community center in Springfield offering diverse programs and activities for children and families. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, community involvement, and the facility's role as a hub for worship, childcare, and social services. The center is noted for maintaining safety standards and creating a welcoming, supportive environment.

Caring and helpful staffdiverse programs and activitiesstrong community resource
Address
33 Oak St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6951
Square One @ Catherine Street
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
15 Catherine St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 750-2640
Ymca Of Greater Springfield Scoop
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Reviews are predominantly positive, praising the facility's cleanliness, safety standards, welcoming staff, and diverse fitness and childcare programs. Parents appreciate the community atmosphere and child care services offered at the new Springfield location.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieskind and welcoming staffstrong safety and childcare standards
Address
15 Catharine St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 750-2640
Ymca Schools Out @ Lynch
Before or After School Daycare
Address
315 N Branch Pkwy, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6955
Ymca Schools Out @ Brunton
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1801 Parker St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6955
The Little Scholars Program At Phoenix Charter Academy - Springfield
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1 Federal Street, Building 104b, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 273-1236
Ymca Schools Out At Thomas M. Balliet
Before or After School Daycare
Address
52 Rosewell St., Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 505-4768
Ymca Schools Out @ Harris
Before or After School Daycare
Address
58 Hartford Ter, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6955
Ymca Schools Out @ Sumner
Before or After School Daycare
Address
45 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6955
Ymca Schools Out @ Dryden
Before or After School Daycare
Address
190 Surrey Rd, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6955
King'S Kids After School Program- Mlk Charter School Of Excellence
Before or After School Daycare
Address
285 Dorsett St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 746-3655
Springfield College Child Development Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
715 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 788-2451
Metropolitan Springfield Ymca - Walsh School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
50 Empress Ct, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 739-6951
Pioneer Valley Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
01524 Parker St, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 782-3108
Ymca Schools Out @ Beal
Before or After School Daycare
Address
285 Tiffany Street, Springfield, MA
Phone
(413) 789-6955

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Frequently asked questions

There are 16 before or after school daycares in Springfield, Massachusetts, out of 60 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 Springfield, 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
Springfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 28 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 16 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 Springfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Springfield 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.