Best Daycare Centers in Madison, CT
Compare 7 daycare centers in Madison. Average rating: 4.88/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Madison, Connecticut at a glance
- Daycares
- 7
- Avg rating
- 4.88/5
- Parent reviews
- 48
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Madison has 7 licensed daycares with 48 parent reviews averaging 4.88/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 06443 zip code, averaging 4.88 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Madison
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.
- 1The Learning Tree Of Madison4.72 score4.9(20)
560 Durham Rd, Madison, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children
The Learning Tree of Madison (operating as Brightpath Madison) receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and strong focus on child development combined with outdoor play and provided meals.
Warm and caring staffexcellent teacher-parent communication with daily photos/videos and app updatesgenuine concern for child wellbe - 2Educational Playcare - Madison4.72 score4.9(20)
563 Durham Rd, Madison, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Parents consistently praise Educational Playcare/Brightpath Madison for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. The facility receives high marks for teacher attentiveness, communication through daily updates and photos, and a focus on learning through play. Multiple families report their children are thriving and excited to attend.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Madison
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Madison zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06443 | 7 | 4.88 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Madison (35–102 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
5
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Madison based on parent reviews
The Learning Tree Of Madison
560 Durham Rd, Madison, CT
The Learning Tree of Madison (operating as Brightpath Madison) receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and strong focus on child development combined with outdoor play and provided meals.
Educational Playcare - Madison
563 Durham Rd, Madison, CT
Parents consistently praise Educational Playcare/Brightpath Madison for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. The facility receives high marks for teacher attentiveness, communication through daily updates and photos, and a focus on learning through play. Multiple families report their children are thriving and excited to attend.
Circle Nursery School
1271 Durham Road, Madison, CT
Parents describe Circle Nursery School as a highly compassionate and well-run program that effectively prepares children for kindergarten through play-based learning. Reviewers highlight the staff's attentiveness, thoughtful daily communication, and strong community traditions, with alumni noting lasting friendships and a sense of family.
1-2-3 Grow With Me
227 Horsepond Road, Madison, CT
Feedback for 1-2-3 GROW WITH ME in Madison, Connecticut, highlights a supportive environment with engaged staff and effective learning outcomes for young children. Conversely, one parent reports negative experiences regarding staff attentiveness and phone usage.
Temple Beth Tikvah Nursery School
196 Durham Road, Madison, CT
One parent describes the TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH NURSERY SCHOOL in Madison, Connecticut, as providing a great first impression. This single review highlights a positive initial experience with the center-based program.
Madison School For Young Children
42 Old Post Rd, Madison, CT
One parent highlights a significant positive shift in their daughter's attitude and ease of drop-off after switching from previous daycares where separation was difficult. The reviewer expresses strong satisfaction with the staff and highly recommends the center for families seeking a supportive preschool environment.
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Daycare Centers in Madison, Connecticut
There are 7 daycare centers in Madison, 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 Madison have an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.88 stars. Our analysis covers 48 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Madison, 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 Madison
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One parent describes the TEMPLE BETH TIKVAH NURSERY SCHOOL in Madison, Connecticut, as providing a great first impression. This single review highlights a positive initial experience with the center-based program.
- Address
- 196 Durham Road, Madison, CT
- Phone
- (203) 245-8039
One parent highlights a significant positive shift in their daughter's attitude and ease of drop-off after switching from previous daycares where separation was difficult. The reviewer expresses strong satisfaction with the staff and highly recommends the center for families seeking a supportive preschool environment.
- Address
- 42 Old Post Rd, Madison, CT
- Phone
- (203) 245-3414
Parents describe Circle Nursery School as a highly compassionate and well-run program that effectively prepares children for kindergarten through play-based learning. Reviewers highlight the staff's attentiveness, thoughtful daily communication, and strong community traditions, with alumni noting lasting friendships and a sense of family.
- Address
- 1271 Durham Road, Madison, CT
- Phone
- (203) 421-0997
The Learning Tree of Madison (operating as Brightpath Madison) receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and strong focus on child development combined with outdoor play and provided meals.
- Address
- 560 Durham Rd, Madison, CT
- Phone
- (203) 318-8181
Parents consistently praise Educational Playcare/Brightpath Madison for its warm, caring staff and welcoming environment. The facility receives high marks for teacher attentiveness, communication through daily updates and photos, and a focus on learning through play. Multiple families report their children are thriving and excited to attend.
- Address
- 563 Durham Rd, Madison, CT
- Phone
- (860) 580-7925
Feedback for 1-2-3 GROW WITH ME in Madison, Connecticut, highlights a supportive environment with engaged staff and effective learning outcomes for young children. Conversely, one parent reports negative experiences regarding staff attentiveness and phone usage.
- Address
- 227 Horsepond Road, Madison, CT
- Phone
- (203) 245-9757
- Address
- 232 Durham Rd, Madison, CT
- Phone
- (203) 245-1308
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Frequently asked questions
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Connecticut)
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