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1,361 Daycare Centers in Connecticut

Browse 1,361 daycare centers across Connecticut. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Connecticut

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Connecticut can make the decision-making process smoother.

Connecticut has about 1,361 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Connecticut. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Connecticut

There are 1,361 daycares in Connecticut: 32 headstart facilities, 106 before/after school centers, 85 religious facility daycares, and 1,138 childcare and preschool centers.

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Woodruff Family Ymca Matthewson
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents report excellent experiences at Woodruff Family YMCA Matthewson, praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly and diverse staff, and comprehensive programs including swimming lessons, summer camp, and fitness classes. Multiple reviewers highlight that children enjoy attending preschool and camp, and appreciate the welcoming environment for both families and individual members.

Cleanwell-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staff
Address
466 W River St, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 878-7782
Great Beginnings- East Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Great Beginnings-East Street receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff and experienced teachers, particularly highlighting the center's ability to support children's development and provide reassurance to families. Multiple parents report sending multiple children through the center and would recommend it to others.

caring and attentive staffexperienced and tenured teachersvariety of activities
Address
195 East Street, Plainville, CT
Phone
(860) 747-1679
Woodruff Family Ymca -Orange Avenue
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise the Woodruff Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facility, friendly and diverse staff, and quality programs including summer camp and swimming lessons. Children enjoy attending preschool and camp programs, with parents appreciating the welcoming environment and variety of activities available. Overall satisfaction is very high across all reviews.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffdiverse staff representation
Address
260 Orange Ave, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 877-0572
Great Beginnings- Cooke Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Great Beginnings - Cooke Street receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for multiple years and children. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, experienced teachers, and well-rounded educational environment. The facility is noted for maintaining strong relationships with families and providing reassurance even during challenging periods like COVID.

caring and attentive stafftenured and experienced teachersstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
15 Cooke St, Plainville, CT
Phone
(860) 747-1670
Woodruff Family Ymca Calf Pen
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents praise the Woodruff Family YMCA Calf Pen as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and helpful staff. Reviews highlight excellent summer camp and preschool programs, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and a welcoming community atmosphere. All reviewers report positive experiences with their children enjoying the programs and staff.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffexcellent swimming programs and lessons
Address
395 Welches Point Road, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 876-1406
Woodruff Family Ymca John F. Kennedy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise the Woodruff Family YMCA in Milford for its clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly and diverse staff, and quality programs including summer camp and swimming lessons. Children enjoy attending preschool and camp programs, and the facility offers excellent resources for the entire family. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff create a positive experience for both children and adults.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffdiverse staff hiring
Address
404 West Ave, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 783-3646
Baby Cottage
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Baby Cottage receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, developmental focus, no-TV policy, and included supplies. Negative reviews cite behavioral management issues, staff treatment concerns, outdated communication systems, and safety incidents.

Kind and attentive staffdetailed daily progress reportsno television use
Address
1109 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT
Phone
(203) 329-7666
Little Red Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
5958 Main St, Trumbull, CT
Phone
(203) 261-1558
Mama N' Cubs Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Mama N' Cubs Playschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, family-oriented staff led by owners Maria and Jodi. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and show significant developmental progress, with daily communication via the Brightwheel app and a clean, activity-rich environment.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-oriented atmospheredaily photo/video updates
Address
604 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 874-1500
Woodruff Family Ymca Orchard Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents praise the Woodruff Family YMCA Orchard Hills for its clean, well-maintained facility and friendly, diverse staff. The center offers quality summer camp and preschool programs that children enjoy, along with excellent swimming instruction and various fitness classes for families. Overall satisfaction is very high with consistent positive feedback.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffdiverse staff representation
Address
185 Marino Dr, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 878-6501 EXT 3115
Joan Melber Warburg Early Childhood
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
22 Bridge St, Greenwich, CT
Phone
(203) 629-2822
Csa After School Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

CSA After School Zone is a large, well-equipped facility in New Milford with positive experiences from families who have used their after-school and summer programs. However, recent reviews highlight concerns about management, pricing ($75/hour court rental), and emergency preparedness. Opinions are divided between families praising the programs and staff versus those dissatisfied with costs and facility conditions.

Large facility with multiple sports amenities (basketball courtsoccer fieldgym)
Address
32 Still River Dr, New Milford, CT
Phone
(860) 799-6000
The Oakdale Kid'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
1127 Old Colchester Rd, Oakdale, CT
Phone
(860) 892-8406
Apple Tree Day Care & Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Apple Tree Day Care & Preschool Center in Shelton, Connecticut receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the director Debbie's caring leadership, clean and engaging facilities, attentive staff, and strong developmental programming for children from infants through school age. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving at the center.

Director Debbie's dedication and hands-on involvementcaring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
117 Long Hill Cross Rd, Shelton, CT
Phone
(203) 929-8181
Easterseals Children'S Academy-Meriden Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
125 Broad St, Meriden, CT
Phone
(203) 686-1438
Yale Nh Hosp St Raphael Campus Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Yale New Haven Hospital's Saint Raphael Campus, not a daycare center. This appears to be a data mismatch. The hospital reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising medical staff compassion and care quality, though one reviewer noted inconsistent bedside manner from some caregivers.

Compassionate and professional medical staffexcellent clinical carekind and patient nurses and doctors
Address
121 Sherman Ave, Bldg Xavier, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 789-3673
Brooker Memorial Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Brooker Memorial Child Care & Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and developmental progress of children. However, there are two negative reviews that appear to be about dental services rather than the daycare itself, suggesting possible confusion about the facility's services.

Caring and engaging staffclean and professional environmentspeech therapy progress
Address
157 Litchfield St, Torrington, CT
Phone
(860) 489-5437
Teddy Bear Corner- Greenfield Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
414 Greenfield St, Fairfield, CT
Phone
(203) 330-0302
New Creation Academy Bloomfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

New Creation Academy Bloomfield receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, educational programs, and nurturing environment. However, a small number of negative reviews cite concerns about staff accountability, dietary respect, and teacher behavior. The facility appears spacious with good amenities and maintains open communication with parents.

caring and attentive staffeducational activities and learning developmentexcellent communication and daily updates with parents
Address
522 Cottage Grove Rd,Bldg A, Bloomfield, CT
Phone
(860) 967-3639
Team Shelton School Readiness-Grove St
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Shelton School Readiness is highly regarded for its specialized support of students with learning differences like dyslexia and ADD, offering college-prep curriculum in an accessible format with strong emphasis on self-advocacy and confidence-building. Most reviewers praise dedicated, skilled teachers and transformative academic progress. However, some high school students report bullying issues and inconsistent administration policies.

Specialized instruction for le
Address
54 Grove St, Shelton, CT
Phone
(203) 734-8609
Cifc/Hsnfc School Readiness Program
Before or After School Daycare
3.4

Parents report mixed experiences at this Head Start program. Positive reviews praise the comprehensive curriculum, structured learning environment, family support services, and qualified staff. Negative reviews cite inconsistent staff performance, inadequate communication about daily activities, poor management responsiveness to complaints, and unprofessional conduct.

comprehensive early learning curriculumdaily outdoor timesocial-emotional support
Address
37 Foster St, Danbury, CT
Phone
(203) 743-3993
The Global Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

The Global Child receives mixed reviews with significant operational and safety concerns. While some parents praise staff and care quality, multiple recent reviews detail serious issues including poor hygiene practices, lack of communication, employee turnover, and safety incidents that prompted Health Department involvement.

Caring and supportive staffclean facilities (reported by some)family-oriented environment
Address
769 Stonington Road, Stonington, CT
Phone
(860) 599-9734
Pequenin Children Multicultural Readiness Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

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.

Empathetic and caring teachersclean and organized facilitygood academic preparation for preschool
Address
1400 Park Street, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 951-0400
Nest Day Care & Learning Center III
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Parents consistently praise NEST Day Care & Learning Center III for its caring, responsive staff and nurturing environment that promotes both social-emotional and cognitive development. Families report their children are excited to attend and feel safe, with staff showing genuine care and commitment to student growth. The center is noted for flexibility, low staff turnover, and engaging activities.

Kind and compassionate staffresponsive caregiverssocial-emotional learning curriculum
Address
984 Southford Road, Middlebury, CT
Phone
(203) 758-9799
Team - Slocum Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
25 Rumford St, Waterbury, CT
Phone
(203) 757-8888
Yale- New Haven Hospital Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Parents report mixed experiences at this Bright Horizons-operated center. Four reviewers gave 5-star ratings praising staff friendliness, cleanliness, and family involvement, while three reviewers gave 1-2 stars citing staffing inconsistencies, poor communication, rigid policies, and lack of individualized support.

Clean environmentfriendly and caring staffresponsive director
Address
110 Davenport Ave, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 688-5246
Kids Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Kids Korner receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff care, cleanliness, engaging activities, and long-term retention of families. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about closure policies and state investigations.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityengaging lesson plans
Address
761 Old Main St, Rocky Hill, CT
Phone
(860) 258-2785
Stork Club Child Development Ctrs
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Stork Club has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the cleanliness, cheerful decorations, caring staff (particularly Ms. Emily and Ms. Aracelis), and competitive pricing. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including staff misconduct, alleged DCF involvement, inappropriate discipline practices, and high staff turnover.

Clean facilitycheerful decorationscaring and patient staff
Address
586 New London Tpke, Glastonbury, CT
Phone
(860) 659-3002
Old Stone Church Early Learning Center
Church Daycare
3.4
Address
251 Main St, East Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 467-0661
The Center For Early Childhood Education At Nvcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
750 Chase Pkwy, Waterbury, CT
Phone
(203) 596-8604

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,361 all daycares across Connecticut. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Connecticut are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Connecticut's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Connecticut, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Connecticut sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Connecticut vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.