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Daycare Centers in Dorchester, MA

241 licensed childcare centers verified by official state registries

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Licensed Centers
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Avg Capacity
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Program Types
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Infant-Friendly
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Rockwood Early Education Academy Inc.

Dorchester, MA · 02124
2 years - 12 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Abcd Early Headstart

Dorchester, MA · 02121
15 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Children's Learning Center

Dorchester, MA · 02124
15 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Yawkey Konbit Kreyol Center

Dorchester, MA · 02121
0 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Zion Day Care / Zion Early Learning Center

Dorchester Center, MA · 02124
15 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Wesley Education Center

Dorchester, MA · 02124
2 years - 12 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Gertrude E. Townsend Dorchester Headstart

Dorchester, MA · 02121
2 years - 12 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Boys And Girls Clubs Of Dorchester

Dorchester, MA · 02125
2 years - 12 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Crispus Attucks Children's Center

Dorchester, MA · 02121
0 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Abcd Walnut Grove Head Start

Dorchester, MA · 02121
0 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Little Leaders Prep School

Dorchester, MA · 02124
15 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
B

Bradshaw Children's Learning Program

Dorchester, MA · 02121
2 years - 12 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Kid's First Daycare And Learning Center Inc.

Dorchester, MA · 02124
2 years - 12 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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The Paul R. Mclaughlin Center

Dorchester, MA · 02125
0 months - 5 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed
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Dorchester Preschool

Dorchester, MA · 02122
2 years - 12 years Center-based Care ✓ Licensed

Childcare in Dorchester

Dorchester, MA has 241 licensed childcare centers on record with state licensing authorities. These facilities serve families with children from infants through school age, offering a range of program types and schedules.

All listings are sourced from official state licensing databases and are verified to hold current childcare licenses. Use the filters above to narrow by age group or program type.

Program Types in Dorchester

Family Child Care 191
Center-based Care 46
Private School 3
Public School 1

Frequently Asked Questions About Daycare in Dorchester

How many licensed daycare centers are in Dorchester, MA?
There are 241 licensed childcare centers in Dorchester, MA listed in the official state licensing database. All centers on DaycareHub hold current state childcare licenses.
What types of childcare programs are available in Dorchester?
Childcare centers in Dorchester offer a variety of program types including traditional daycare, preschool programs, family child care homes, school-age care, and Head Start programs. Use the filters above to find the specific type you need.
How do I choose the best daycare in Dorchester?
When choosing a daycare in Dorchester, consider the center's license status, age-appropriate programs, hours of operation, staff-to-child ratios, curriculum approach, and proximity to your home or workplace. Schedule visits to your top choices and ask about their policies.
Does Dorchester have infant daycare options?
Yes, many childcare centers in Dorchester accept infants. DaycareHub lists 0 centers that serve infant-age children. Filter by "infant" above to see all options. Infant care typically requires a lower staff-to-child ratio and specialized facilities.
Are the daycare listings in Dorchester verified?
All childcare centers listed on DaycareHub for Dorchester are sourced from official MA state licensing databases. This means each listing has been verified as a licensed childcare provider. We recommend confirming current license status directly with the state before enrollment.

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