Best Before or After School Daycare in Watertown, MA

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Watertown

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

   First Path Day Care Center

   4.72 score

   4.9(20)

   25 Whites Ave, Watertown, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

   First Path Day Care Center in Watertown receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the director Sasha's attentiveness and involvement, the caring and energetic teaching staff, personalized child care approach, and strong focus on love and emotional development alongside learning.

   Caring and attentive staffDirector Sasha's involvement and knowledge of each childpersonalized approach to indiv
2. 2

   Watertown Cooperative Nursery School

   4.69 score

   5(11)

   525 Main St, Watertown, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 34 children

   Parents overwhelmingly praise WCNS for its warm, nurturing environment and play-based curriculum that fosters child engagement and learning. The cooperative model, where parents participate in classroom activities, is highlighted as a major strength that builds community and provides insight into their child's development. Children are reported to be happy, eager to attend, and well-supported by attentive, respectful teachers.

   Warm and nurturing teachersplay-based curriculum with child choicelarge clean facilities with ample outdoor spacerotating daily activities to maintain engagement
3. 3

   Four Seasons Preschool

   4.64 score

   5(9)

   15 Hall Ave, Watertown, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

   Four Seasons Preschool in Watertown receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring teachers, home-like atmosphere despite being a center, strong developmental support, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos. Children are reported to be excited about attending and thriving academically and socially.

   Caring and friendly teacherslong-term staff stabilityhome-converted facility with welcoming atmospheredaily updates and photos shared with parents
4. 4

   Russell Cooperative Preschool

   4.62 score

   5(8)

   35 Church St, Watertown, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

   Russell Cooperative Preschool receives universal praise from parents who highlight its nurturing environment, experienced teachers, and nature-focused curriculum. Parents consistently describe it as a special community that supports children's emotional development and imagination through outdoor play, homemade snacks, and gentle teaching practices.

   Experienced and engaged teachersexcellent student-teacher ratiobeautiful light-filled classroomsextensive outdoor
5. 5

   First Step Child Care Center INC.

   4.37 score

   4.6(8)

   1078 Belmont St, Watertown, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

   First Step Child Care Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents. Families highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff led by owner Sonia, noting their children have thrived from infancy through Pre-K in a warm, nurturing environment that feels like a second home.

   Attentive and loving stafflong employee tenureindividualized care and attention to each child's needsstrong early learning focus

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