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Best Daycare Centers in Berlin, CT

Compare 7 daycare centers in Berlin. Average rating: 4.1/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Berlin, Connecticut at a glance

Daycares
7
Avg rating
4.1/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Berlin has 7 licensed daycares with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.1/5.71% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Berlin.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Berlin

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Creative Kids Learning Center
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    1456 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

    Creative Kids Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, compassionate staff and clean, safe facility. Parents highlight strong communication through daily reports, engaging educational activities and crafts, outdoor play space, and flexible early hours. The center has successfully supported children from infancy through preschool with a learning-focused environment.

    Kind and compassionate staffdaily communication and updatesclean facilityCOVID safety practices
  2. 2
    Educational Playcare - Berlin
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    9 High Rd, Berlin, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 169 children

    Educational Playcare Berlin receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teacher care, strong child development across multiple areas, and a welcoming, clean facility that makes families feel secure and supported.

    Caring and attentive teacherssafe and clean environmentstrong academic and social-emotional developmentpatient staff
  3. 3
    Berlin Ymca At Willard Before/After Care
    3.65 score
    3.3(5)

    1088 Norton Rd, Berlin, CT · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Reviews are highly polarized, ranging from 5-star praise to 1-star complaints. Positive reviews highlight wonderful programs, great staff, cleanliness, and affordability. Negative reviews cite unprofessional and rude staff, inadequate teacher qualifications, excessive iPad use, and concerns about profit-driven changes under new management.

    wonderful programgreat staffcleanliness and safe environmentgood for budget-conscious families

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Berlin

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Berlin, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.73avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.15avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Berlin zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
060377
4.1
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Berlin (20–169 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Berlin based on parent reviews

Creative Kids Learning Center

4.7(7)

1456 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT

Creative Kids Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, compassionate staff and clean, safe facility. Parents highlight strong communication through daily reports, engaging educational activities and crafts, outdoor play space, and flexible early hours. The center has successfully supported children from infancy through preschool with a learning-focused environment.

Kind and compassionate staffdaily communication and updatesclean facility

Educational Playcare - Berlin

4.5(20)

9 High Rd, Berlin, CT

Educational Playcare Berlin receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teacher care, strong child development across multiple areas, and a welcoming, clean facility that makes families feel secure and supported.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe and clean environmentstrong academic and social-emotional development

Kensington Nursery School

5(1)

185 Sheldon St, Berlin, CT

One parent describes their experience at Kensington Nursery School as perfect, noting that the facility is very clean and the staff are enthusiastic about their work and the children. The review highlights that the child learned significantly and enjoyed attending, though the absence of an everyday program was noted as a drawback.

cleanlinessopen-door policyenthusiastic staff

Berlin Ymca At Griswold Before/After Care

3(2)

133 Heather Ln, Berlin, CT

Berlin Ymca At Willard Before/After Care

3.3(5)

1088 Norton Rd, Berlin, CT

Reviews are highly polarized, ranging from 5-star praise to 1-star complaints. Positive reviews highlight wonderful programs, great staff, cleanliness, and affordability. Negative reviews cite unprofessional and rude staff, inadequate teacher qualifications, excessive iPad use, and concerns about profit-driven changes under new management.

wonderful programgreat staffcleanliness and safe environment

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Daycare types in Berlin

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 2

Daycare Centers in Berlin, Connecticut

There are 7 daycare centers in Berlin, Connecticut. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Berlin have an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.73 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Berlin, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Berlin

Showing 7 results

Kensington Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes their experience at Kensington Nursery School as perfect, noting that the facility is very clean and the staff are enthusiastic about their work and the children. The review highlights that the child learned significantly and enjoyed attending, though the absence of an everyday program was noted as a drawback.

cleanlinessopen-door policyenthusiastic staff
Address
185 Sheldon St, Berlin, CT
Phone
(860) 828-7412
Creative Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Creative Kids Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, compassionate staff and clean, safe facility. Parents highlight strong communication through daily reports, engaging educational activities and crafts, outdoor play space, and flexible early hours. The center has successfully supported children from infancy through preschool with a learning-focused environment.

Kind and compassionate staffdaily communication and updatesclean facility
Address
1456 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT
Phone
(860) 828-0101
Educational Playcare - Berlin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Educational Playcare Berlin receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teacher care, strong child development across multiple areas, and a welcoming, clean facility that makes families feel secure and supported.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe and clean environmentstrong academic and social-emotional development
Address
9 High Rd, Berlin, CT
Phone
(860) 357-2024
Berlin Ymca At Willard Before/After Care
Before or After School Daycare
3.3

Reviews are highly polarized, ranging from 5-star praise to 1-star complaints. Positive reviews highlight wonderful programs, great staff, cleanliness, and affordability. Negative reviews cite unprofessional and rude staff, inadequate teacher qualifications, excessive iPad use, and concerns about profit-driven changes under new management.

wonderful programgreat staffcleanliness and safe environment
Address
1088 Norton Rd, Berlin, CT
Phone
(860) 357-2717
Berlin Ymca At Griswold Before/After Care
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
133 Heather Ln, Berlin, CT
Phone
(860) 357-2717
Little Blessings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
785 Mill St, Berlin, CT
Phone
(860) 828-3637
Berlin/Kensington Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10 Chamberlain Hwy, Berlin, CT
Phone
(860) 828-6559

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Berlin, Connecticut. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Berlin have an average Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Berlin, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Connecticut's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Connecticut)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Berlin offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Connecticut typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Berlin for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Berlin must be licensed by Connecticut's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.