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1 Before or After School Daycare in Stoneham, Massachusetts

Browse all 1 before or after school daycare in Stoneham, Massachusetts. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stoneham

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.

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    Y Academy Stoneham
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    39 Pleasant St, Stoneham, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 149 children

    Y Academy Stoneham receives mostly positive feedback with a 4.1/5 rating. Parents praise the caring staff, facility design, and developmental support, though one negative review cites staff turnover, poor communication, and lack of enrichment activities under previous leadership.

    Strong director leadership and communicationexperienced and tenured staffclean facility with age-appropriate outdoor playgroundindoor gym space

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Daycare types in Stoneham

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Before or After School Daycare in Stoneham, Massachusetts

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Stoneham, Massachusetts, making up 20% of the 5 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 Stoneham, 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 Stoneham

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Kindercare Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare

Parents consistently praise Stoneham KinderCare for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children thrive emotionally and developmentally. Multiple reviewers report their children are happy, excited to attend, and receiving excellent care with regular daily updates and photos. The facility offers nutritious meals, age-appropriate activities, and strong parent-staff communication.

Warm and caring staffattentive teachersregular photo/video updates throughout the day
Address
136 Franklin St, Stoneham, MA
Phone
(781) 279-3223

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Stoneham, Massachusetts, out of 5 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 Stoneham, 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
Stoneham offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Stoneham for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stoneham 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.