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Licensed Daycare in Acton, Massachusetts

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

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 Acton?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Acton

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 Acton 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: 55 kids

ZIP codes covered

01720 18

Program types in Acton

All Acton licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Acton Barn Cooperative Preschool

Acton

2 years - 12 years Cap 36

A Licensed Center

Acton Cooperative School, Inc.

Acton

2 years - 12 years Cap 53

B Licensed Center

Blossom Station Child Care Center of Acton

Acton

School Age (5+) Cap 130

C Licensed Center

Congregation Beth Elohim Early Learning Center

Acton

School Age (5+) Cap 76

F Licensed Center

Fun Learning Place After School Tutoring

Acton

2 years - 12 years Cap 50

G Licensed Center

Great Brook School

Acton

School Age (5+) Cap 101

I Licensed Center

Infant Toddler Center

Acton

School Age (5+) Cap 101

K Licensed Center

Kindercare Learning Center

Acton

School Age (5+) Cap 128

K Licensed Center

Kindercare Learning Center

Acton

School Age (5+) Cap 107

L Licensed Center

Learn And Play Preschool

Acton

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

M Licensed Center

Mt. Calvary Christian Preschool

Acton

2 years - 12 years Cap 60

P Licensed Center

Peter Pippos Karate Center

Acton

2 years - 12 years Cap 65

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Acton, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 18 licensed childcare centers in Acton, 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 Acton?

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 Acton 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 Acton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Acton?

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 Acton 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.