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Best Before or After School Daycare in Weston, MA

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Weston. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Weston, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.55/5
Parent reviews
46
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Weston has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 46 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02493 zip code, averaging 4.55 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Weston

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
    Beginnings Child Development Center
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    210 South Avenue, Weston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

    Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy (formerly Beginnings) for its warm, family-oriented atmosphere, dedicated staff, and strong educational curriculum with weekly activities. Multiple families highlight excellent teacher-child relationships, social-emotional learning focus, and seamless transitions for children of all ages. The center's stability with long-tenured staff and proactive parent communication are frequently noted as distinguishing factors.

    Warmwelcoming staff who know children by nameStrong social-emotional learning curriculumEngaging weekly activities and crafts
  2. 2
    Red Barn Nursery School
    4.45 score
    4.9(5)

    724 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

    Red Barn Nursery School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight its small, nurturing community environment and play-based curriculum that fosters curiosity and learning. Parents consistently commend the caring, supportive teachers and director, as well as the co-op model that allows parental involvement in their children's education. Multiple families report their children are eager to attend and show significant growth.

    Play-based curriculumexcellent and caring teacherssupportive directorsmall cozy environment
  3. 3
    Weston Wing
    4.3 score
    4.6(5)

    313 North Avenue, Weston, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Weston Wing is a highly-rated play-based preschool in Weston, Massachusetts serving toddlers through Kindergarten. Parents praise the welcoming faculty, individualized attention, clean facilities, and well-maintained half-acre playground. The not-for-profit center is noted for its experienced staff and strong community.

    Friendly and welcoming facultyindividualized learning approachesplay-based curriculumart and music integration

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Weston

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.9avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

3.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Weston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
024938
4.55
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Weston (36–130 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Weston based on parent reviews

Red Barn Nursery School

4.9(5)

724 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA

Red Barn Nursery School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight its small, nurturing community environment and play-based curriculum that fosters curiosity and learning. Parents consistently commend the caring, supportive teachers and director, as well as the co-op model that allows parental involvement in their children's education. Multiple families report their children are eager to attend and show significant growth.

Play-based curriculumexcellent and caring teacherssupportive director

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Daycare types in Weston

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Weston, Massachusetts

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Weston, Massachusetts, making up 38% of the 8 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 Weston have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 46 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Weston, 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 Weston

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Red Barn Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.9

Red Barn Nursery School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight its small, nurturing community environment and play-based curriculum that fosters curiosity and learning. Parents consistently commend the caring, supportive teachers and director, as well as the co-op model that allows parental involvement in their children's education. Multiple families report their children are eager to attend and show significant growth.

Play-based curriculumexcellent and caring teacherssupportive director
Address
724 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA
Phone
(781) 893-8020
Regis College Children'S Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
235 Wellesley Street Angela Hall, Weston, MA
Phone
(781) 768-7096
The Goddard School
Before or After School Daycare

The Goddard School of Weston receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring and professional staff, well-structured curriculum, clean facilities, and strong developmental outcomes for children from infancy through kindergarten.

Caring and attentive teachersprofessional staffwell-structured age-appropriate curriculum
Address
2 North Avenue, Weston, MA
Phone
(781) 296-8790

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Weston, Massachusetts, out of 8 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 Weston have an average Google rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Weston, 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
Weston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Weston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Weston 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.