Best Daycares in Milton, MA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 8 daycares and childcare centers in Milton based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Milton

  1. #1 — The Goddard School Score: 100%

    Preschool & Daycare in Milton, MA | The Goddard School

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Discovery Schoolhouse Score: 86%

    Discovery Schoolhouse is a childcare center in Milton, MA. Programs include Preschool, home service, elementary school. Website: http://discoveryschoolhouse.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Elementary school. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Adams Street Early Learning Center Score: 83%

    Adams Street Early Learning Center is a childcare center in Milton, MA. Programs include Preschool. Website: http://www.adamsstelc.com.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Sunshine School Score: 83%

    Sunshine School

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  5. #5 — The Campbell School Score: 83%

    The Campbell School

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  6. #6 — The Centre School Score: 83%

    Milton daycare | Bright Horizons®

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  7. #7 — The Children's Center at Milton Academy Score: 83%

    Milton daycare | Bright Horizons®

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Carriage House Nursery School Score: 80%

    Carriage House Nursery School is a childcare center in Milton, MA. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, school. Website: http://www.carriagehouseschool.com.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Milton?
The Goddard School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Milton based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Milton?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Milton?
Childcare costs in Milton vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.