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Licensed Daycare in Mattapan, Massachusetts

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Mattapan?

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mattapan?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Mattapan

ChildCare Aware reports the Massachusetts average full-time cost at $2,300/month for infant care and $1,640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Mattapan vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Massachusetts families may also qualify for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600).

Full Massachusetts licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
Infant ratio: 1:3
Toddler ratio: 1:4
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 14 kids

ZIP codes covered

02126 84

Program types in Mattapan

All Mattapan licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BBTE @ Mattahunt Elementary School

Mattapan

2 years - 12 years Cap 46

B Licensed Center

Bridge to Nature

Mattapan

2 years - 12 years Cap 37

B Licensed Center

Brown Bear Excel Early Learning Center

Mattapan

2 years - 12 years Cap 33

G Licensed Center

Grove Hall Child Development Center

Mattapan

School Age (5+) Cap 45

K Licensed Center

Kiddies Corner

Mattapan

School Age (5+) Cap 21

L Licensed Center

Little Scholars Learning Academy

Mattapan

School Age (5+) Cap 69

L Licensed Center

Little Voices Early Care and Education @ Kipp Academy

Mattapan

School Age (5+) Cap 103

M Licensed Center

Mattapan Head Start

Mattapan

School Age (5+) Cap 116

P Licensed Center

Pathways to Nature Preschool

Mattapan

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

Y Licensed Center

YMCA of Greater Boston @ Mattahunt Elementary School

Mattapan

2 years - 12 years Cap 26

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mattapan, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 74 licensed childcare centers in Mattapan, Massachusetts, sourced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Mattapan?

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Mattapan daycares?

All licensed Massachusetts centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Mattapan typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mattapan?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Mattapan daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.