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Best Daycare Centers in Colchester, CT

Compare 6 daycare centers in Colchester. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Colchester, Connecticut at a glance

Daycares
6
Avg rating
4.06/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Colchester offers 6 licensed daycares, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.06/5.83% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Colchester.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Colchester

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
    Curley'S Kids Care
    3.15 score
    2.3(5)

    48 Upton Road, Colchester, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children

    Curley's Kids Care receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about operational practices and management. Positive reviews praise the clean facility, engaging staff, and caring environment, while negative reviews report inadequate diaper changes for infants, unexpected fees during illness absences, disrespectful owner interactions, and poor communication with prospective parents.

    Clean facilityengaging stafffun learning activitiescaring environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Colchester

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.33avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Colchester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
064156
4.06
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Colchester (20–138 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Colchester based on parent reviews

Enchanted Jungle Learning Center

5(3)

67 Hayward Ave, Colchester, CT

Parents describe Enchanted Jungle Learning Center as a cozy, home-like environment where staff provide extensive, engaging interactions for infants and toddlers. Reviewers highlight the competence and care of specific staff members, noting that children often express strong affection for the center. Feedback emphasizes the peace of mind provided by the attentive care and structured learning activities.

cozy home-like atmospherehighly engaged and caring staffextensive interactions including crafts and sensory activities

Colchester Kids

5(2)

224 Norwich Ave, Colchester, CT

One parent describes the center as a 'home away to home' that supports children from ages 3 to 12, highlighting annual preschool graduations and amazing staff. Another review notes that their son blossomed socially and intellectually, praising the welcoming and encouraging staff for fostering curiosity and involvement.

Supports ages 3 to 12annual preschool graduationsamazing and encouraging staff

Castle Day Care Center

5

396 Halls Hill Rd, Colchester, CT

Colchester Head Start

3(1)

315 Halls Hill Rd, Colchester, CT

One parent describes the administrative staff and school personnel as incredibly lovely and helpful, noting that home visits are available for those who cannot travel to the office. However, the reviewer highlights significant difficulties in discovering the program without prior recommendations and reports a negative incident involving unnecessary DCF calls due to staff misinterpreting normal child independence as neglect.

lovely and helpful staffhelpful administrative teamavailability of home visits for scheduling convenience

Curley'S Kids Care

2.3(5)

48 Upton Road, Colchester, CT

Curley's Kids Care receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about operational practices and management. Positive reviews praise the clean facility, engaging staff, and caring environment, while negative reviews report inadequate diaper changes for infants, unexpected fees during illness absences, disrespectful owner interactions, and poor communication with prospective parents.

Clean facilityengaging stafffun learning activities

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Daycare types in Colchester

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Daycare Centers in Colchester, Connecticut

There are 6 daycare centers in Colchester, 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 Colchester have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.33 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Colchester, 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 Colchester

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Colchester Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as a 'home away to home' that supports children from ages 3 to 12, highlighting annual preschool graduations and amazing staff. Another review notes that their son blossomed socially and intellectually, praising the welcoming and encouraging staff for fostering curiosity and involvement.

Supports ages 3 to 12annual preschool graduationsamazing and encouraging staff
Address
224 Norwich Ave, Colchester, CT
Phone
(860) 537-6688
Castle Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
396 Halls Hill Rd, Colchester, CT
Phone
(860) 537-0214
Enchanted Jungle Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Enchanted Jungle Learning Center as a cozy, home-like environment where staff provide extensive, engaging interactions for infants and toddlers. Reviewers highlight the competence and care of specific staff members, noting that children often express strong affection for the center. Feedback emphasizes the peace of mind provided by the attentive care and structured learning activities.

cozy home-like atmospherehighly engaged and caring staffextensive interactions including crafts and sensory activities
Address
67 Hayward Ave, Colchester, CT
Phone
(860) 531-3211
Colchester Head Start
Headstart Programs
3

One parent describes the administrative staff and school personnel as incredibly lovely and helpful, noting that home visits are available for those who cannot travel to the office. However, the reviewer highlights significant difficulties in discovering the program without prior recommendations and reports a negative incident involving unnecessary DCF calls due to staff misinterpreting normal child independence as neglect.

lovely and helpful staffhelpful administrative teamavailability of home visits for scheduling convenience
Address
315 Halls Hill Rd, Colchester, CT
Phone
(860) 537-2690
Curley'S Kids Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

Curley's Kids Care receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about operational practices and management. Positive reviews praise the clean facility, engaging staff, and caring environment, while negative reviews report inadequate diaper changes for infants, unexpected fees during illness absences, disrespectful owner interactions, and poor communication with prospective parents.

Clean facilityengaging stafffun learning activities
Address
48 Upton Road, Colchester, CT
Phone
(860) 537-1782
Colchester Cooperative Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
80 Main Street, Colchester, CT
Phone
(860) 537-0565

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 all daycares in Colchester, Connecticut. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Colchester have an average Google rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Colchester, 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
Colchester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Colchester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Colchester 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.