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Licensed Daycare in Needham, Massachusetts

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

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 Needham?

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 Needham

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 Needham 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: 61 kids

ZIP codes covered

02492 20 02494 15

Program types in Needham

All Needham licensed centers

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N Licensed Center

Needham Extended Day-Newman Site

Needham

2 years - 12 years Cap 100

N Licensed Center

Needham Montessori School

Needham

School Age (5+) Cap 114

N Licensed Center

Noah's Ark Preschool

Needham

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

P Licensed Center

Pine Village Preschool

Needham

2 years - 12 years Cap 46

S Licensed Center

Scalliwags Early Learning Center

Needham

School Age (5+) Cap 22

S Licensed Center

Scalliwags Needham

Needham

School Age (5+) Cap 25

T Licensed Center

Temple Beth Shalom Children's Center

Needham

School Age (5+) Cap 339

T Licensed Center

The Learning Tree Preschool Inc.

Needham

2 years - 12 years Cap 37

T Licensed Center

Tobin Beaudet Schools

Needham

2 years - 12 years Cap 67

T Licensed Center

Tobin Beaudet Schools dba Club 1458

Needham

2 years - 12 years Cap 104

W Licensed Center

Wonder Garden

Needham

2 years - 12 years Cap 26

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

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Needham, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 34 licensed childcare centers in Needham, 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 Needham?

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 Needham 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 Needham typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Needham?

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 Needham 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.