Great Expectations Preschool
Daycare center in Arlington, MA. 493 Summer St, Arlington, MA 02474
About the program
Great Expectations Preschool is a licensed daycare center in Arlington, Massachusetts, on the state register since 1989. It is licensed for 59 children and serves toddler and preschool ages.
Great Expectations Preschool is a play-based school in Arlington, Massachusetts, serving children in a small, home-like environment.
The program follows a play-based approach.
It does not accept child care subsidy.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Great Expectations Preschool does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,337 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →Massachusetts publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.
What parents say
The most beautiful place to send your child! My daughter went here for two years. The teachers are all wonderful and have been teaching there for many years. This is truly a special place to be. My daughter was nurtured and loved during these years. She also did extended day and went during their summer program as well. There is a lot of outdoor time and enrichment programs. She is now a first grader and I am so…
Julie French · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoThe diffrence between a good preschool and a great one is vast, and this preschool is absolutely exceptional.
Jeffrey Sylvan · 5/5 on Google · 6 months agoWe LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this school! It's a wonderful community filled with dedicated teachers and supportive families.
SongHae J · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
493 Summer St, Arlington, MA 02474
Questions about Great Expectations Preschool
Is Great Expectations Preschool licensed?
Yes. Great Expectations Preschool holds an active Center-based Care licence from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (licence P-170340), with a licensed capacity of 59 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
What ages does Great Expectations Preschool take?
Great Expectations Preschool is licensed to serve toddler and preschool ages.
How much does Great Expectations Preschool cost?
Great Expectations Preschool does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
