38 Daycare Centers in Hartford, Connecticut
Browse all 38 daycare centers in Hartford, Connecticut. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hartford
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.
- 1Kings Chapel Early Care & Education Ctr4.64 score4.8(20)
400 Woodland St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating. However, the majority of reviews appear to be about the facility as a church rather than as a daycare center. One parent specifically mentions their daughter's progress and praises the staff and administration.
Staff described as kind and welcomingchild made significant progresswarm and inviting atmosphereclean and spacious facilities - 2Sigourney Mews Early Learning Center4.64 score4.8(20)
206 Collins St, Hartford, CT · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children
The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare center but rather to Sigourney Mews apartment complex. No actual daycare reviews are available for evaluation.
None applicable to daycare services - 3Hope Child Care Learning Center4.5 score5(5)
70 Whitney St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
HOPE Child Care Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Staff are described as passionate, welcoming, and helpful, with strong emphasis on early childhood learning outcomes. Parents highlight academic progress, safe location, reasonable pricing, and positive communication.
Passionate and kind staffwelcoming environmentacademic learning progress (alphabetnumbers - 4Catholic Charities Therapeutic Learning Center4.48 score4.6(20)
53 Wadsworth St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Catholic Charities Therapeutic Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents and clients. Reviewers highlight the respectful, caring, and professional staff, particularly facilitator Vernette Tyson. The center is noted for its diverse programs including parenting classes, pre-K school, behavioral health services, and financial assistance.
Respectful and caring staffknowledgeable facilitatorswell-organized programscultural celebration recognition - 5Joni'S Childcare And Preschool Of Hartford4.4 score4.5(20)
1 State St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
Parents consistently praise Joni's Childcare and Preschool for its caring, professional staff and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Children reportedly feel comfortable, happy, and show significant academic and social growth in a nurturing environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-term satisfaction with the facility.
Caring and professional staffdaily communication via app and pickup reportsstrong child development and learning emphasiswelcoming environment for infants - 6Women'S League Child Development Center INC4.4 score4.5(20)
1695 Main Street, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 256 children
Parents consistently praise Women's League Child Development Center for its dedicated, caring staff and supportive, family-oriented environment. Children show cognitive development and engagement, with parents noting their kids thrive academically and socially. The center is highlighted as affordable and convenient for working families.
Caring and dedicated staffchild cognitive developmentengaging activitiesfamily-friendly atmosphere - 7Cdi Head Start - Locust Center4.27 score4.5(6)
261 Locust St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 349 children
Parents generally praise CDI Head Start - Locust Center as a great place for children with caring and helpful staff. However, one parent raised concerns about potential bias toward minorities and young mothers, and questioned whether their child was learning adequately. Most reviews are positive with little substantive detail provided.
caring staffhelpful staffchildren enjoy attendingexcellent care - 8Douglas Street Early Care & Education4.21 score4.3(11)
170 Douglas St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 142 children
Douglas Street Early Care & Education receives mostly positive reviews (4.3/5 rating), with parents praising caring teachers, nurturing environment, and supportive services. However, one negative review raised serious concerns about staff qualifications and child care standards. Reviews highlight the center's play-based approach and assistance with family services.
Caring and wonderful teachersnurturing environmentplay-based learning (playtimestories - 9Capitol Child Development Center4.18 score4.3(8)
450 Broad St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
Capitol Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising caring staff, engaging curriculum, and supportive environment. However, one parent reported negative experiences with the preschool head teacher's handling of high-energy children and noted strict policies around masks, nutrition, and parent access.
Loving and communicative teachersengaging curriculumNAEYC accreditationprofessional staff - 10Boys & Girls Clubs Of Hartford Early Learning Center4.13 score4.2(10)
170 Sigourney St, Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford Early Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the interactive community involvement, variety of programs and activities, and friendly staff who create a respectful learning environment. However, concerns have been raised about parking and entrance management during pickup times, and a few parents noted behavioral issues among children and occasional boredom.
Interactive community engagementvariety of sports and activities (footballbasketballcheerleading
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Hartford based on parent reviews
Kings Chapel Early Care & Education Ctr
400 Woodland St, Hartford, CT
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating. However, the majority of reviews appear to be about the facility as a church rather than as a daycare center. One parent specifically mentions their daughter's progress and praises the staff and administration.
Sigourney Mews Early Learning Center
206 Collins St, Hartford, CT
The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare center but rather to Sigourney Mews apartment complex. No actual daycare reviews are available for evaluation.
Hope Child Care Learning Center
70 Whitney St, Hartford, CT
HOPE Child Care Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Staff are described as passionate, welcoming, and helpful, with strong emphasis on early childhood learning outcomes. Parents highlight academic progress, safe location, reasonable pricing, and positive communication.
Catholic Charities Therapeutic Learning Center
53 Wadsworth St, Hartford, CT
Catholic Charities Therapeutic Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents and clients. Reviewers highlight the respectful, caring, and professional staff, particularly facilitator Vernette Tyson. The center is noted for its diverse programs including parenting classes, pre-K school, behavioral health services, and financial assistance.
Joni'S Childcare And Preschool Of Hartford
1 State St, Hartford, CT
Parents consistently praise Joni's Childcare and Preschool for its caring, professional staff and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Children reportedly feel comfortable, happy, and show significant academic and social growth in a nurturing environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-term satisfaction with the facility.
Women'S League Child Development Center INC
1695 Main Street, Hartford, CT
Parents consistently praise Women's League Child Development Center for its dedicated, caring staff and supportive, family-oriented environment. Children show cognitive development and engagement, with parents noting their kids thrive academically and socially. The center is highlighted as affordable and convenient for working families.
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Daycare Centers in Hartford, Connecticut
There are 38 daycare centers in Hartford, Connecticut. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Hartford, 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 Hartford
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- 355 New Britain Ave, Fl 1, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 757-0701
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- 123 Sigourney St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 543-8488
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- 20 Madison Ave, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 233-8037
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- 680 Franklin Ave, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 757-0871
HOPE Child Care Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Staff are described as passionate, welcoming, and helpful, with strong emphasis on early childhood learning outcomes. Parents highlight academic progress, safe location, reasonable pricing, and positive communication.
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- 70 Whitney St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 232-1872
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- 420 Brookfield Street, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 525-0697
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- 175 Enfield St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 994-6408
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating. However, the majority of reviews appear to be about the facility as a church rather than as a daycare center. One parent specifically mentions their daughter's progress and praises the staff and administration.
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- 400 Woodland St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 560-0387
The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare center but rather to Sigourney Mews apartment complex. No actual daycare reviews are available for evaluation.
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- 206 Collins St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 206-1314
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- 45 Groton St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 206-9265
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- 45 Wadsworth Street, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 524-6853
Catholic Charities Therapeutic Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents and clients. Reviewers highlight the respectful, caring, and professional staff, particularly facilitator Vernette Tyson. The center is noted for its diverse programs including parenting classes, pre-K school, behavioral health services, and financial assistance.
- Address
- 53 Wadsworth St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 527-1124
Parents consistently praise Joni's Childcare and Preschool for its caring, professional staff and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Children reportedly feel comfortable, happy, and show significant academic and social growth in a nurturing environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-term satisfaction with the facility.
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- 1 State St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 549-2422
Parents generally praise CDI Head Start - Locust Center as a great place for children with caring and helpful staff. However, one parent raised concerns about potential bias toward minorities and young mothers, and questioned whether their child was learning adequately. Most reviews are positive with little substantive detail provided.
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- 261 Locust St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 498-4346
Parents consistently praise Women's League Child Development Center for its dedicated, caring staff and supportive, family-oriented environment. Children show cognitive development and engagement, with parents noting their kids thrive academically and socially. The center is highlighted as affordable and convenient for working families.
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- 1695 Main Street, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 524-5969
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- 30 Battles Street, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 549-4380
Capitol Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising caring staff, engaging curriculum, and supportive environment. However, one parent reported negative experiences with the preschool head teacher's handling of high-energy children and noted strict policies around masks, nutrition, and parent access.
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- 450 Broad St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 240-0330
Douglas Street Early Care & Education receives mostly positive reviews (4.3/5 rating), with parents praising caring teachers, nurturing environment, and supportive services. However, one negative review raised serious concerns about staff qualifications and child care standards. Reviews highlight the center's play-based approach and assistance with family services.
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- 170 Douglas St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 560-5460
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford Early Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the interactive community involvement, variety of programs and activities, and friendly staff who create a respectful learning environment. However, concerns have been raised about parking and entrance management during pickup times, and a few parents noted behavioral issues among children and occasional boredom.
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- 170 Sigourney St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 929-7375
Parents praise CDI Head Start's staff for being welcoming, knowledgeable, and helpful. The center is noted for its quality curriculum, excellent teachers, and comprehensive support services. All reviews are highly positive with consistent 5-star ratings.
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- 555 Windsor St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 994-6414
This listing appears to be mislabeled as a daycare; the reviews are actually for Capital Community College, a higher education institution in Hartford, Connecticut. Reviewers consistently praise the college's supportive environment, accessible staff, quality instruction, and resources for student success.
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- 950 Main Street, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 906-5238
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- 38 Lawrence St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 251-6517
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- 75 Zion St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 308-2417
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- 70 Forest Street, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 597-1573
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- 5 Cone St, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 695-5421
Trinity College Community Child Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and developmental support provided on a safe college campus. However, two parents reported serious concerns including unresponsive administration to safety issues, alleged teacher misconduct, and policy disputes that led to program dismissals.
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- 300 Summit Street Clemens, Building, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 297-5207
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- 195-205 Garden Street, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 548-2003
Trinity College Community Child Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, who praise the clean facilities, warm staff, and developmental support. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns including alleged staff misconduct, dismissive administration, facility maintenance issues, and violations of parental consent regarding child photos and medical testing practices.
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- 300 Summit Street Life Science, Building, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 297-2530
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- 105 Spring St, Hartford, CT
- Phone
- (860) 236-4511
PEQUENIN Children Multicultural Readiness Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring teachers, clean facility, and academic preparation for preschool. However, two parents reported serious concerns including physical restraint, spanking, language barriers, and inappropriate handling of behavioral issues.
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- 1400 Park Street, Hartford, CT
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- (860) 951-0400
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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 — 32 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
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- Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities