Best Daycare Centers in Newtown, CT
Compare 7 daycare centers in Newtown. Average rating: 4.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Newtown, Connecticut at a glance
- Daycares
- 7
- Avg rating
- 4.97/5
- Parent reviews
- 56
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
Newtown has 7 licensed daycares with 56 parent reviews averaging 4.97/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 06470 zip code, averaging 4.97 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Newtown
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.
- 1Educational Playcare - Newtown4.72 score4.9(20)
2 Saw Mill Rd, Newtown, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 285 children
Parents consistently praise BrightPath Newtown for its warm, caring staff, engaging Montessori-style curriculum, and strong communication through the Lillio app. Children show significant developmental growth and enthusiasm for attending daily. The facility features clean, well-designed classrooms, extensive outdoor play spaces, and responsive leadership.
Dedicated and caring staff who know children personallyMontessori-style curriculum with structured activities - 2Trinity Day School Of Newtown4.55 score5(6)
36 Main St, Newtown, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Trinity Day School of Newtown receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative staff and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the school's effectiveness in child development, smooth transitions for new students, and attention to individual needs including dietary requirements. The hands-on director and engaging programs create an environment where children are excited to attend.
Amazing and caring staffcreative teaching approachstrong community feelfamily and parent events - 3Merryhill Child Care Center4.55 score5(6)
49 Queen St, Newtown, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children
Merryhill Child Care Center in Newtown receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong academic and social development programs. Multiple families have remained with the center for extended periods, citing low staff turnover, professional credentials, and clean, well-maintained facilities.
Low staff turnoverwell-credentialed stafffamily atmospherestrong academics
Rating Distribution
Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Newtown
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Newtown, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Newtown zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06470 | 7 | 4.97 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Newtown (32–285 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Newtown based on parent reviews
Educational Playcare - Newtown
2 Saw Mill Rd, Newtown, CT
Parents consistently praise BrightPath Newtown for its warm, caring staff, engaging Montessori-style curriculum, and strong communication through the Lillio app. Children show significant developmental growth and enthusiasm for attending daily. The facility features clean, well-designed classrooms, extensive outdoor play spaces, and responsive leadership.
Trinity Day School Of Newtown
36 Main St, Newtown, CT
Trinity Day School of Newtown receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative staff and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the school's effectiveness in child development, smooth transitions for new students, and attention to individual needs including dietary requirements. The hands-on director and engaging programs create an environment where children are excited to attend.
Merryhill Child Care Center
49 Queen St, Newtown, CT
Merryhill Child Care Center in Newtown receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong academic and social development programs. Multiple families have remained with the center for extended periods, citing low staff turnover, professional credentials, and clean, well-maintained facilities.
Misty Morning Children'S Center
10 Commerce Rd, Newtown, CT
Parents highlight the center's exceptional care for children with special needs, citing specific examples of staff training for seizure disorders and the creation of a safe, home-like environment. Reviewers also note strong staff engagement and lasting relationships, with one family choosing to stay despite moving locations to maintain their connection with the teachers.
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Daycare types in Newtown
Daycare Centers in Newtown, Connecticut
There are 7 daycare centers in Newtown, 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 Newtown have an average rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.97 stars. Our analysis covers 56 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Newtown, 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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Parents highlight the center's exceptional care for children with special needs, citing specific examples of staff training for seizure disorders and the creation of a safe, home-like environment. Reviewers also note strong staff engagement and lasting relationships, with one family choosing to stay despite moving locations to maintain their connection with the teachers.
- Address
- 10 Commerce Rd, Newtown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 270-6771
Trinity Day School of Newtown receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative staff and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the school's effectiveness in child development, smooth transitions for new students, and attention to individual needs including dietary requirements. The hands-on director and engaging programs create an environment where children are excited to attend.
- Address
- 36 Main St, Newtown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 426-8429
Merryhill Child Care Center in Newtown receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong academic and social development programs. Multiple families have remained with the center for extended periods, citing low staff turnover, professional credentials, and clean, well-maintained facilities.
- Address
- 49 Queen St, Newtown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 426-9847
Parents consistently praise BrightPath Newtown for its warm, caring staff, engaging Montessori-style curriculum, and strong communication through the Lillio app. Children show significant developmental growth and enthusiasm for attending daily. The facility features clean, well-designed classrooms, extensive outdoor play spaces, and responsive leadership.
- Address
- 2 Saw Mill Rd, Newtown, CT
- Phone
- (860) 580-7925
- Address
- 29 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 482-0330
The Learning Experience in Newtown receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring and communicative staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and safe, loving environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and develop important skills across multiple years of enrollment. The center's curriculum, leadership, and flexibility with family needs are frequently highlighted as standout qualities.
- Address
- 274 S Main St, Newtown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 304-9130
- Address
- 94 Boggs Hill Rd, Newtown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 426-1289
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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 — 6 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities