Licensed Daycare in Dorchester, Massachusetts
Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.
Childcare costs in Dorchester
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 Dorchester 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 overviewQuick 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
- 20 kids
Program types in Dorchester
All Dorchester licensed centers
Page 15 of 15YMCA of Greater Boston @ Neighborhood House Charter School
Dorchester
YMCA of Greater Boston @ The Sarah Greenwood
Dorchester
YMCA of Greater Boston At the King K-8 School
Dorchester
YMCA of Greater Boston at the Winthrop Elementary School
Dorchester
Yawkey Konbit Kreyol Center
Dorchester
Zabala familia, Carolina
Dorchester
Zuniga, Lisa
Dorchester
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
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Search 217 Licensed Centers in Dorchester
Free, no signup, verified directly with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).