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Licensed Daycare in East Boston, Massachusetts

Q: What's the average daycare cost in East Boston?

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 East Boston?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in East Boston

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 East Boston 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: 28 kids

ZIP codes covered

02128 50

Program types in East Boston

All East Boston licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Angel Academy

East Boston

School Age (5+) Cap 23

C Licensed Center

Central Avenue Children's Center

East Boston

School Age (5+) Cap 41

C Licensed Center

Choices After School Program

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 35

E Licensed Center

East Boston Head Start

East Boston

School Age (5+) Cap 68

E Licensed Center

East Boston Head Start St. Johns

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 109

H Licensed Center

Harbor City School

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 40

J Licensed Center

Jeffries Point Child Care

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 40

L Licensed Center

Little Folks Community Day Care Center

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 58

L Licensed Center

Little Steps Childcare Center

East Boston

School Age (5+) Cap 23

O Licensed Center

Oh Yes Orient Heights Young Explorers

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 60

S Licensed Center

Shining Star Day Care

East Boston

School Age (5+) Cap 36

S Licensed Center

Swift Waters After School Programs

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 29

T Licensed Center

The Social Sprouts Extended Day Program/Central Square Center

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 179

Y Licensed Center

YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON CHILDREN'S CENTER AT BREMEN STREET

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 93

Y Licensed Center

YMCA Of Greater Boston @ the McKay K-8 School

East Boston

2 years - 12 years Cap 26

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in East Boston, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 50 licensed childcare centers in East Boston, 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 East Boston?

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 East Boston 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 East Boston typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in East Boston?

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 East Boston 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.