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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 1,138 |
| Headstart Programs | 32 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 85 |
| Before or After School | 106 |
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- Address
- 1666 Litchfield Tpke, Woodbridge, CT
- Phone
- (203) 397-8178
Parents consistently praise this YMCA facility for its friendly, welcoming staff and well-maintained amenities. The facility is noted for having a small, intimate family feeling with strong vacation club and summer camp programs that offer educational field trips. Overall satisfaction is very high across all reviews.
- Address
- 350 West Todd Street, Hamden, CT
- Phone
- (203) 230-2433
- Address
- 181 Mitchell Dr, New Haven, CT
- Phone
- (475) 220-7445
Reviews are highly polarized. Several parents praise the facility as a great childcare environment, particularly for infants and toddlers. However, serious concerns about sanitation, pest infestations, staffing ratios, and health code violations are documented in recent reviews.
- Address
- 375 James St, New Haven, CT
- Phone
- (203) 836-5822
Preschool of the Arts - Ellington has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the dedicated staff, warm environment, and child development outcomes. However, one parent reported a significant decline in quality following a recent change in leadership, citing unprofessional management and daycare violations.
- Address
- 20 Church Street, Ellington, CT
- Phone
- (860) 871-7332
- Address
- 374 Middlesex Road, Darien, CT
- Phone
- (203) 655-6053
- Address
- 25 Court St, Cromwell, CT
- Phone
- (860) 632-1355
- Address
- 212 Jeffrey Road, Willimantic, CT
- Phone
- (860) 456-4848
- Address
- 48 Bassetts Bridge Road, Mansfield, CT
- Phone
- (860) 423-1070
Preschool of the Arts in Tolland receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and dedicated staff, flexible hours starting at 6:45 AM, safe and inclusive environment, and children's enthusiasm for learning. Parents report significant child development and appreciate management's accountability.
- Address
- 684 Tolland Stage Rd, Tolland, CT
- Phone
- (860) 875-7195
- Address
- 49 Main St, Ellington, CT
- Phone
- (860) 541-1293
Carelot Children's Center in Brooklyn receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, effective communication through the ProCare app, structured learning activities, and smooth transitions between age groups. Multiple parents mention feeling comfortable and at ease leaving their children in the center's care.
- Address
- 86 S Main St, Brooklyn, CT
- Phone
- (860) 779-0400
Carelot Children's Center in Killingly receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, educational activities, and regular communication through photos and updates. Children of various ages show genuine enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate strong developmental progress.
- Address
- 155 North St, Danielson, CT
- Phone
- (860) 779-0611
Parents consistently praise CARELOT CHILDREN'S CENTER- CHAPLIN for exceptional, loving care and strong staff-family relationships. The center is commended for its NAEYC-accredited curriculum, individualized attention to each child's needs, and supportive communication with parents. Multiple long-term families recommend it highly for infant through preschool care.
- Address
- 6 Old Willimantic Rd, Chaplin, CT
- Phone
- (860) 455-0112
- Address
- 490 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT
- Phone
- (203) 675-1568
Parents consistently praise Kindercare Learning Center #070220 in Cheshire for its caring, hands-on staff and warm environment. Multiple reviews highlight children's developmental progress, smooth transitions, and strong emotional connections with teachers. The facility is described as safe, welcoming, and supportive for children from infants through pre-kindergarten.
- Address
- 1544 Byam Rd, Cheshire, CT
- Phone
- (203) 574-2892
- Address
- 143 Three Mile Crse, Guilford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 458-3746
KinderCare Learning Center #301810 in Wallingford receives exclusively positive reviews from parents. Parents consistently praise the attentive and caring staff, comprehensive daily communication through the app with photos and videos, and inclusion of meals and snacks. Children show strong developmental progress and enjoy attending.
- Address
- 110 Miles Drive, Wallingford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 269-7730
- Address
- 65 N Benson Rd, Middlebury, CT
- Phone
- (203) 758-9891
- Address
- 100 Bank Street, Seymour, CT
- Phone
- (203) 881-2055
- Address
- 340 North Main Street, Wallingford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 284-1255
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #301764 in Hamden for its nurturing, attentive staff and positive impact on children's development. Reviews highlight excellent communication, safe learning environments, and strong teacher-child relationships that support social, emotional, and educational growth. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.
- Address
- 3025 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT
- Phone
- (203) 248-8262
- Address
- 26 Joanne Dr, Milford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 874-7703
- Address
- 230 Edgewood Ave, New Haven, CT
- Phone
- (203) 772-3210
- Address
- 7 Linsley St, North Haven, CT
- Phone
- (203) 239-7366
Parents consistently praise this YMCA facility for its friendly, nurturing staff and well-maintained, smaller-scale environment. The vacation club and summer camp programs featuring field trips are highlighted as major draws. While the facility is clean and effectively meets fitness and childcare needs, limited operating hours are a concern for some families.
- Address
- 456 Clintonville Road, North Haven, CT
- Phone
- (203) 239-0873
- Address
- 30 Great Oak Rd, Oxford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 881-9464
- Address
- 35 Bungay Rd, Seymour, CT
- Phone
- (203) 881-2828
Reviews are primarily about the YMCA facility rather than the preschool/early learning center specifically. Members consistently praise the welcoming staff, cleanliness, and various programs including fitness classes and a child watch service. However, the facility is noted as older and somewhat dated with limited equipment in certain areas.
- Address
- 284 Church St, Naugatuck, CT
- Phone
- (203) 729-9622
- Address
- 25 Center St, Prospect, CT
- Phone
- (203) 758-5001
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Frequently asked questions
- 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