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Best Massachusetts Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 576 private daycares & preschools serving 77,651 students in Massachusetts.

The private daycares & preschools in Massachusetts include Dedham Country Day School, Belmont Day School, and Brimmer and May School.

The average tuition cost is $16,625, which is lower than the Massachusetts average tuition cost of $26,503.

33% of private daycares & preschools in Massachusetts are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# ��ԭ��s: 576
# Students Served: 77,651

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# ��ԭ��s: 576
# Students Served: 77,651

Massachusetts Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

576

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77,651

Students

$16,625

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

33%

Students of Color

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Massachusetts?

The private daycares & preschools in Massachusetts include Dedham Country Day School, Belmont Day School, and Brimmer and May School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Massachusetts?

576 private daycares & preschools are located in Massachusetts.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Massachusetts?

The average tuition cost is $16,625, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average tuition cost of $26,503.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts private daycares & preschools are approximately 33% minority students, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average of 32%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Massachusetts?

33% of private daycares & preschools in Massachusetts are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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