Best Daycares in Worcester, MA — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Worcester

  1. #1 — St Spyridon Preschool Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — The Goddard School Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Guild of St. Agnes Early Education and Child Care Score: 60%

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

  4. #4 — Greendale Head Start Score: 60%

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

  5. #5 — Mill Swan Head Start Score: 57%

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

  6. #6 — Play Learn Preschool Score: 51%

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

  7. #7 — UMass Memorial Child Care Program-Memorial Child Care Center Score: 49%

    Programs: Preschool, Hospital, School, Education, Health and medical. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Great Brook Valley Head Start Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. 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 Worcester?
St Spyridon Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Worcester 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 Worcester?
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 Worcester?
Childcare costs in Worcester 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.