Best Daycare Centers in Cromwell, CT
Compare 10 daycare centers in Cromwell. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Cromwell, Connecticut at a glance
- Daycares
- 10
- Avg rating
- 4.6/5
- Parent reviews
- 75
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
Cromwell has 10 licensed daycares with 75 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 06416 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cromwell
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.
- 1Northwest Children'S Center4.32 score4.5(9)
34 Coles Road, Cromwell, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
Parents consistently praise Northwest Children's Center as an exceptional, community-focused daycare with highly experienced and caring staff. They highlight strong child development outcomes, a play-based curriculum, and a welcoming family environment. The center is noted for its large, well-equipped playground and individualized attention to each child's needs.
Experienced and caring teachers with high retentionDirector Suzanne Rutner's daily music/guitar instructionspacious and creative playgroundplay-based curriculum - 2Bethany Lutheran Nursery School- Cromwell4.3 score4.6(5)
50 Court Street, Cromwell, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
Parents consistently praise Bethany Lutheran Nursery School for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Children develop confidence, social skills, and kindergarten readiness while having fun and forming lasting friendships. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction with the program.
Warm and caring teachersstrong kindergarten preparationfun activitieschild confidence building - 3Pumpkin Patch Child Care & Learning Center- Cromwell3.92 score3.9(19)
11 Kirby Rd, Cromwell, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children
Parents consistently praise Pumpkin Patch for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Children show significant developmental progress across all age groups, with particular recognition for the director's involvement and commitment to continuous improvement. The facility is well-maintained, spacious, and offers engaging activities and regular outdoor time.
Caring and genuine staffdirector actively involved on-sitechild development and learning outcomessmooth transitions between classrooms
Rating Distribution
Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Cromwell
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Cromwell, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Cromwell zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06416 | 10 | 4.6 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Cromwell (40–164 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
6
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
2
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Cromwell based on parent reviews
Northwest Children'S Center
34 Coles Road, Cromwell, CT
Parents consistently praise Northwest Children's Center as an exceptional, community-focused daycare with highly experienced and caring staff. They highlight strong child development outcomes, a play-based curriculum, and a welcoming family environment. The center is noted for its large, well-equipped playground and individualized attention to each child's needs.
Bethany Lutheran Nursery School- Cromwell
50 Court Street, Cromwell, CT
Parents consistently praise Bethany Lutheran Nursery School for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Children develop confidence, social skills, and kindergarten readiness while having fun and forming lasting friendships. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction with the program.
Hilltop Nursery School And Day Care Center
82 Hicksville Road, Cromwell, CT
One parent describes this facility as the best daycare available, noting that both of their children enjoy attending. The reviewer highlights the wonderful nature of the staff.
Roberge Early Learning Center
80 Berlin Rd, Cromwell, CT
One parent reports that their child has enjoyed attending the center for over a year, highlighting the staff's supportive approach while parents are at work. The review specifically notes that the program facilitated rapid potty training within two weeks.
Pumpkin Patch Child Care & Learning Center- Cromwell
11 Kirby Rd, Cromwell, CT
Parents consistently praise Pumpkin Patch for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Children show significant developmental progress across all age groups, with particular recognition for the director's involvement and commitment to continuous improvement. The facility is well-maintained, spacious, and offers engaging activities and regular outdoor time.
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Daycare types in Cromwell
Daycare Centers in Cromwell, Connecticut
There are 10 daycare centers in Cromwell, 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 Cromwell have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 75 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Cromwell, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent describes this facility as the best daycare available, noting that both of their children enjoy attending. The reviewer highlights the wonderful nature of the staff.
- Address
- 82 Hicksville Road, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 635-4032
One parent reports that their child has enjoyed attending the center for over a year, highlighting the staff's supportive approach while parents are at work. The review specifically notes that the program facilitated rapid potty training within two weeks.
- Address
- 80 Berlin Rd, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 635-0787
Parents consistently praise Bethany Lutheran Nursery School for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Children develop confidence, social skills, and kindergarten readiness while having fun and forming lasting friendships. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction with the program.
- Address
- 50 Court Street, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 632-0597
Parents consistently praise Northwest Children's Center as an exceptional, community-focused daycare with highly experienced and caring staff. They highlight strong child development outcomes, a play-based curriculum, and a welcoming family environment. The center is noted for its large, well-equipped playground and individualized attention to each child's needs.
- Address
- 34 Coles Road, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 635-3485
Parents consistently praise Pumpkin Patch for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. Children show significant developmental progress across all age groups, with particular recognition for the director's involvement and commitment to continuous improvement. The facility is well-maintained, spacious, and offers engaging activities and regular outdoor time.
- Address
- 11 Kirby Rd, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 635-1809
The Learning Experience - Cromwell receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and strong academic curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the emotional security their children feel, with staff members forming meaningful connections and maintaining strong communication with families. The new director Melissa is credited with implementing positive changes that have improved the center.
- Address
- 181 Shunpike Rd, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 316-2766
- Address
- 25 Court St, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 632-1355
- Address
- 199 Shunpike Road, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 635-0444
KinderCare Learning Center #301627 in Cromwell receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and strong leadership. Parents consistently highlight exceptional teachers, smooth transitions for children, and a safe, engaging learning environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing high confidence in the center's care.
- Address
- 146 Berlin Rd, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 613-2263
- Address
- 30 Woodside Avenue, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 632-3192
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities