Best Daycare Centers in Watertown, CT
Compare 8 daycare centers in Watertown. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Watertown, Connecticut at a glance
- Daycares
- 8
- Avg rating
- 4.34/5
- Parent reviews
- 36
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Watertown has 8 licensed daycares with 36 parent reviews averaging 4.34/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 86% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 06795 with 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Watertown
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.
- 1Precious Moments Early Learning Center4.62 score5(8)
60 Echo Lake Rd, Watertown, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Parents consistently praise Precious Moments Early Learning Center for its nurturing, safe environment and caring staff. Children are reported to be happy and eager to attend, with parents noting significant peace of mind. The center is highlighted for strong communication, inclusive practices, and staff who genuinely care for each child's wellbeing.
Caring and attentive staffclean and safe environmentexcellent communication with parentschildren eager to attend - 2Watertown Little People4.48 score4.6(20)
680 Main St, Watertown, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children
Watertown Little People receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the owner Rhonda's responsiveness and flexibility, exceptional and caring staff, clean facility, and structured learning environment where children thrive. Families appreciate the center's accommodations for special needs, allergy management, and various care options including remote learning support during COVID.
Responsive and flexible ownerexceptional and caring staffclean facilitystructured learning environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Watertown
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Watertown, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Watertown zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06795 | 8 | 4.34 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Watertown (20–112 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Watertown based on parent reviews
Precious Moments Early Learning Center
60 Echo Lake Rd, Watertown, CT
Parents consistently praise Precious Moments Early Learning Center for its nurturing, safe environment and caring staff. Children are reported to be happy and eager to attend, with parents noting significant peace of mind. The center is highlighted for strong communication, inclusive practices, and staff who genuinely care for each child's wellbeing.
Watertown Little People
680 Main St, Watertown, CT
Watertown Little People receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the owner Rhonda's responsiveness and flexibility, exceptional and caring staff, clean facility, and structured learning environment where children thrive. Families appreciate the center's accommodations for special needs, allergy management, and various care options including remote learning support during COVID.
Rise & Shine Nursery School
40 Deforest Street, Watertown, CT
Parents highlight the school's caring and professional staff, noting that children enjoy the learning environment and develop strong friendships. Reviewers appreciate the excellent communication, which includes frequent updates and photos, and feel the program goes above and beyond for student safety and happiness.
Kangaroo'S Korner Day Care
120 French Mountain Rd, Watertown, CT
Parents highlight the center's ability to help shy children become more outgoing and social, with one parent noting their child transformed into a 'chatterbox' after over a year of attendance. Reviewers also appreciate the staff's genuine care for both children and families, as well as the frequent photo updates that keep parents informed about daily activities.
Kidz Child Care Center
169 Callender Rd, Watertown, CT
One parent reports that their daughter, who attends the Pre-K class, has shown significant improvement in speech clarity and social integration since starting in November 2023. The child reportedly enjoys the program and has formed friendships with other students.
Ledgewood Private Preschool
720 Thomaston Road, Watertown, CT
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Daycare types in Watertown
Daycare Centers in Watertown, Connecticut
There are 8 daycare centers in Watertown, 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 Watertown have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 86% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 36 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Watertown, 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 reports that their daughter, who attends the Pre-K class, has shown significant improvement in speech clarity and social integration since starting in November 2023. The child reportedly enjoys the program and has formed friendships with other students.
- Address
- 169 Callender Rd, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (860) 274-0000
- Address
- 720 Thomaston Road, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (860) 274-5455
Parents consistently praise Precious Moments Early Learning Center for its nurturing, safe environment and caring staff. Children are reported to be happy and eager to attend, with parents noting significant peace of mind. The center is highlighted for strong communication, inclusive practices, and staff who genuinely care for each child's wellbeing.
- Address
- 60 Echo Lake Rd, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 706-2378
Parents highlight the school's caring and professional staff, noting that children enjoy the learning environment and develop strong friendships. Reviewers appreciate the excellent communication, which includes frequent updates and photos, and feel the program goes above and beyond for student safety and happiness.
- Address
- 40 Deforest Street, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (860) 945-3101
Parents highlight the center's ability to help shy children become more outgoing and social, with one parent noting their child transformed into a 'chatterbox' after over a year of attendance. Reviewers also appreciate the staff's genuine care for both children and families, as well as the frequent photo updates that keep parents informed about daily activities.
- Address
- 120 French Mountain Rd, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (860) 945-6628
Watertown Little People receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the owner Rhonda's responsiveness and flexibility, exceptional and caring staff, clean facility, and structured learning environment where children thrive. Families appreciate the center's accommodations for special needs, allergy management, and various care options including remote learning support during COVID.
- Address
- 680 Main St, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (860) 274-6288
One parent describes a negative experience involving unreturned communications and staff neglect, noting that teachers were distracted by their phones while supervising children in the playground. The reviewer contrasts this with praise for the school's broader faculty, attributing the childcare program's issues to its specific management and operations.
- Address
- 91 Woodbury Rd, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (860) 945-1595
- Address
- 124 Hamilton Ln, Watertown, CT
- Phone
- (203) 509-7075
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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 — 7 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities