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Best Before or After School Daycare in Westfield, MA

Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Westfield. Average rating: 3.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Westfield, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
3.6/5
Parent reviews
81
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Westfield has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 81 parent reviews averaging 3.6/5.The largest concentration is in 01085 with 15 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Westfield

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
    Ymca Nursery School And Ymca Y'S Kids
    3.68 score
    3.6(20)

    67 Court Street, Westfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children

    Reviews are not applicable to the daycare program. All 10 reviews discuss adult fitness classes, gym facilities, and swimming amenities at the Westfield YMCA facility, not the nursery school or Y's Kids childcare program. No parent reviews of the actual daycare services were found.

    Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitieswell-maintained buildingaccommodating to special needs
  2. 2
    Ymca Pre-K
    3.68 score
    3.6(20)

    26 King St, Westfield, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for the Westfield YMCA fitness facility, not the YMCA Pre-K daycare program. Reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly and knowledgeable staff, diverse class offerings, and value. The center is noted as well-maintained despite its age and offers a welcoming community atmosphere.

    Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitydiverse fitness classesgood value for cost

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Westfield

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Westfield, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.75avg rating
8 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3avg rating
7 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Westfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0108515
3.6
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Westfield (20–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Westfield based on parent reviews

Community Action @ Westfield

3(2)

390 Southampton Rd, Westfield, MA

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Daycare types in Westfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 7

Before or After School Daycare in Westfield, Massachusetts

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Westfield, Massachusetts, making up 47% of the 15 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 Westfield have an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 20% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.75 stars. Our analysis covers 81 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Westfield, 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 Westfield

Showing 7 results

Community Action @ Westfield
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
390 Southampton Rd, Westfield, MA
Phone
(413) 654-1750
Y'S Kids-Southampton Road
Before or After School Daycare
Address
330 Southampton Rd, Westfield, MA
Phone
(413) 568-8631
Y'S Kids Papermill
Before or After School Daycare
Address
148 Paper Mill Rd, Westfield, MA
Phone
(413) 568-8631
Y'S Kids Franklin Ave. School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
22 Franklin Ave, Westfield, MA
Phone
(413) 568-8631
Y'S Kids - Highland Ave.
Before or After School Daycare
Address
34 Western Ave, Westfield, MA
Phone
(413) 568-8631
Y'S Kids Munger Hill
Before or After School Daycare
Address
33 Mallard Ln, Westfield, MA
Phone
(413) 568-8631
Y'S Kids - Abner Gibbs
Before or After School Daycare
Address
50 W Silver St, Westfield, MA
Phone
(413) 568-8631

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 before or after school daycares in Westfield, Massachusetts, out of 15 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 Westfield have an average Google rating of 3.6 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 20% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Westfield, 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
Westfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Westfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Westfield 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.