Needham Children's Center
Daycare center in Needham, MA. 1688 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
About the program
Needham Children's Center is a licensed daycare center in Needham, Massachusetts, on the state register since 1981. It is licensed for 140 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
Needham Children's Center provides infant, toddler, preschool, and after-school care at two locations in Needham, Massachusetts.
The program follows a play-based approach and states NAEYC accreditation.
It does not accept child care subsidy.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Needham Children's Center does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,500 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
We were new to the area and feel so lucky to have found NCC! Our daughter did kindergarten prep with NCC as she was not quite old enough to matriculate into kindergarten and our son did toddlers and preschool - we love the community here and we’ve seen our kids bloom at NCC. My daughter entered kindergarten super prepared, now that she’s in K she does the NCC afterschool program. I’m a developmental psychologist and…
Brie and Alex Reid Ross-Stuart · 5/5 on Google · 9 months agoNeedham Children’s Center has been amazing for our family. We moved to Needham in the middle of the school year and were able to get an after school spot for my oldest child. We then started my youngest there part time this year and it has been a wonderful transition. NCC makes me feel like part of the community as someone who just moved here and really feel that they take care of my children like their own! The…
Kristyn Beam · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoOur family has felt so fortunate to be part of NCC. From my eldest child who started in in the Kangaroo room and carried all the way through with afterschool, to our younger child who is currently thriving in the Kindergarten prep class, our children’s’ growth has been promoted in this warm, creative, and thoughtful environment. There is a place for every child at NCC. We recommend with our whole hearts
Alexandra Columbus · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoAn incredible daycare that goes far beyond childcare - it’s truly a community. Our three kids have thrived here. The teachers are nurturing, attentive, and genuinely invested in our children’s well-being and growth. The teachers create a warm and safe environment where our kids feel confident and cared for. We’re so grateful for everything NCC provides for our family.
Jacqueline Riordan · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoGetting there
1688 Central Ave, Needham, MA 02492
Questions about Needham Children's Center
Is Needham Children's Center licensed?
Yes. Needham Children's Center holds an active Center-based Care licence from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (licence P-170073), with a licensed capacity of 140 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
What ages does Needham Children's Center take?
Needham Children's Center is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
How much does Needham Children's Center cost?
Needham Children's Center does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
