31 Daycare Centers in Cranston, Rhode Island
Browse all 31 daycare centers in Cranston, Rhode Island. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cranston
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.
- 1First Years Learning Center4.72 score4.9(20)
1400 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 68 children
First Years Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents emphasize the trustworthy, caring staff, warm family-like environment, and strong communication about their children's progress and activities. Children show clear developmental growth, improved social skills, and genuine enthusiasm for attending.
Trustworthy and caring staffwarm and welcoming environmentattentive and nurturing carestrong parent communication - 2Master Han'S Us Taekwondo Complex4.64 score4.8(20)
1441 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Master Han's US Taekwondo Complex is a highly-rated facility offering taekwondo instruction, after-school care, and summer programs in Cranston, RI. Parents consistently praise the staff, particularly director Susan, for creating a nurturing environment that teaches discipline, respect, and personal growth while providing convenient services like school pickup/dropoff. The facility is noted as affordable and accommodating for families with varied schedules and needs.
- 3The Children'S Workshop/Cranston4.56 score4.7(20)
546 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 97 children
Parents consistently praise The Children's Workshop/Cadence Academy for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children are excited to attend. Reviews highlight strong communication with parents, quality learning activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high parental satisfaction.
Caring and attentive staffsafe and nurturing environmentexcellent parent communication (emailsphotos - 4Western Cranston Learning Center4.55 score5(6)
140 Natick Avenue, Cranston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 48 children
Parents unanimously praise Western Cranston Learning Center for its warm, attentive staff and excellent care, particularly in the infant and toddler rooms. Families highlight responsive communication, daily photo updates, balanced learning activities, and staff who go above standard ratios to support children. Multiple parents note the center helped ease their anxiety as first-time parents and their children show genuine excitement about attending.
Caring and experienced teachersindividual attention for infantsresponsive communication with parentsdaily photo updates and progress sharing - 5Kid'S Kingdom4.53 score4.7(15)
116 Puritan Avenue, Cranston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 80 children
Parents consistently praise Kid's Kingdom for its caring, professional staff who build strong relationships with children and provide excellent support to families. Multiple long-term families (some for 16+ years) highlight the safe, clean facility, organized environment, and smooth transitions for children of all ages. The center is frequently recommended by parents who feel confident leaving their children in capable hands.
Caring and professional staffstrong parent-child relationshipssupportive transition assistancesafe and clean facility - 6The Curious Child4.51 score4.8(9)
1308 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children
The Curious Child receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong sense of structure combined with a family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through the Procare app, clean facilities, engaging activities, and individual attention to their children's needs. Multiple reviewers express they would continue using the facility if they had not relocated.
Attentive and caring staffstrong communication with parentsProcare app for hourly updatesclean facility - 7The Gingerbread House Preschool In4.4 score4.5(20)
1458 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
The Gingerbread House Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing staff and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving in a clean, safe, and educational environment. The facility accommodates infants through age 5 and is noted for its family-oriented atmosphere.
Warm and caring staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationdaily photo and activity updates via Brightwheel app - 8Miss Lee Ann'S INC.4.34 score4.5(11)
180 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 67 children
Parents consistently praise Miss Lee Ann's Inc. as an exceptional early learning center with dedicated, passionate staff who provide individualized attention in a warm, nurturing environment. The facility is recognized for strong educational programming combined with social-emotional support, creating a safe space where children thrive and feel valued.
Caring and passionate educatorssmall class sizes allowing personalized attentionsafe and nurturing environmentstrong educational and social-emotional development - 9Learning Brooke Ece Center4.21 score4.3(11)
1170 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 108 children
Learning Brooke ECE Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing staff, Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, and strong focus on creativity and independence. However, one parent reported serious concerns about understaffing, inadequate response to safety issues, and inconsistent discipline policies.
caring and professional staffReggio Emilia approachfocus on creativity and independencestrong parent communication - 10Cranston Ymca At Eden Park School4 score4(20)
180 Oakland Avenue, Cranston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 75 children
Cranston YMCA at Eden Park School receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the swim instruction, staff dedication, and family-oriented atmosphere. The facility offers diverse programs including swimming lessons, childcare, and fitness classes. While the building is aging, recent renovations and the quality of staff and services are highly regarded.
Excellent swim instructors (KyleMarlayna)dedicated staff (AndreaElsa)
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Highest rated daycares in Cranston based on parent reviews
First Years Learning Center
1400 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
First Years Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents emphasize the trustworthy, caring staff, warm family-like environment, and strong communication about their children's progress and activities. Children show clear developmental growth, improved social skills, and genuine enthusiasm for attending.
Master Han'S Us Taekwondo Complex
1441 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
Master Han's US Taekwondo Complex is a highly-rated facility offering taekwondo instruction, after-school care, and summer programs in Cranston, RI. Parents consistently praise the staff, particularly director Susan, for creating a nurturing environment that teaches discipline, respect, and personal growth while providing convenient services like school pickup/dropoff. The facility is noted as affordable and accommodating for families with varied schedules and needs.
The Children'S Workshop/Cranston
546 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI
Parents consistently praise The Children's Workshop/Cadence Academy for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children are excited to attend. Reviews highlight strong communication with parents, quality learning activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high parental satisfaction.
Western Cranston Learning Center
140 Natick Avenue, Cranston, RI
Parents unanimously praise Western Cranston Learning Center for its warm, attentive staff and excellent care, particularly in the infant and toddler rooms. Families highlight responsive communication, daily photo updates, balanced learning activities, and staff who go above standard ratios to support children. Multiple parents note the center helped ease their anxiety as first-time parents and their children show genuine excitement about attending.
Kid'S Kingdom
116 Puritan Avenue, Cranston, RI
Parents consistently praise Kid's Kingdom for its caring, professional staff who build strong relationships with children and provide excellent support to families. Multiple long-term families (some for 16+ years) highlight the safe, clean facility, organized environment, and smooth transitions for children of all ages. The center is frequently recommended by parents who feel confident leaving their children in capable hands.
The Curious Child
1308 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI
The Curious Child receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong sense of structure combined with a family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through the Procare app, clean facilities, engaging activities, and individual attention to their children's needs. Multiple reviewers express they would continue using the facility if they had not relocated.
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Daycare Centers in Cranston, Rhode Island
There are 31 daycare centers in Cranston, Rhode Island. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Cranston, 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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- Address
- 1472 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 383-3097
- Address
- 717 Atwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 946-4422
- Address
- 175 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 942-1175
- Address
- 10 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 944-5990
- Address
- 665 Dyer Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 942-2388
Parents unanimously praise Western Cranston Learning Center for its warm, attentive staff and excellent care, particularly in the infant and toddler rooms. Families highlight responsive communication, daily photo updates, balanced learning activities, and staff who go above standard ratios to support children. Multiple parents note the center helped ease their anxiety as first-time parents and their children show genuine excitement about attending.
- Address
- 140 Natick Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 946-6505
- Address
- 1 Starline Way, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 443-5336
First Years Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents emphasize the trustworthy, caring staff, warm family-like environment, and strong communication about their children's progress and activities. Children show clear developmental growth, improved social skills, and genuine enthusiasm for attending.
- Address
- 1400 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 781-8337
The Curious Child receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong sense of structure combined with a family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through the Procare app, clean facilities, engaging activities, and individual attention to their children's needs. Multiple reviewers express they would continue using the facility if they had not relocated.
- Address
- 1308 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 383-1323
Master Han's US Taekwondo Complex is a highly-rated facility offering taekwondo instruction, after-school care, and summer programs in Cranston, RI. Parents consistently praise the staff, particularly director Susan, for creating a nurturing environment that teaches discipline, respect, and personal growth while providing convenient services like school pickup/dropoff. The facility is noted as affordable and accommodating for families with varied schedules and needs.
- Address
- 1441 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 461-7060
Parents consistently praise The Children's Workshop/Cadence Academy for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children are excited to attend. Reviews highlight strong communication with parents, quality learning activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high parental satisfaction.
- Address
- 546 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 228-3317
Parents consistently praise Kid's Kingdom for its caring, professional staff who build strong relationships with children and provide excellent support to families. Multiple long-term families (some for 16+ years) highlight the safe, clean facility, organized environment, and smooth transitions for children of all ages. The center is frequently recommended by parents who feel confident leaving their children in capable hands.
- Address
- 116 Puritan Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 464-9665
- Address
- 54 Olney Arnold Road, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 944-0611
The Gingerbread House Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing staff and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving in a clean, safe, and educational environment. The facility accommodates infants through age 5 and is noted for its family-oriented atmosphere.
- Address
- 1458 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 654-6854
Parents consistently praise Miss Lee Ann's Inc. as an exceptional early learning center with dedicated, passionate staff who provide individualized attention in a warm, nurturing environment. The facility is recognized for strong educational programming combined with social-emotional support, creating a safe space where children thrive and feel valued.
- Address
- 180 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 942-3331
Learning Brooke ECE Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the nurturing staff, Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, and strong focus on creativity and independence. However, one parent reported serious concerns about understaffing, inadequate response to safety issues, and inconsistent discipline policies.
- Address
- 1170 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 941-3705
- Address
- 210 Comstock Parkway, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 946-6700
- Address
- 220 Comstock Parkway, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 946-6700
SSTARBIRTH DAY CARE is a school-based recovery program in Cranston that helps parents achieve sobriety while caring for their children. Most reviewers praise the supportive staff and life-changing impact, though concerns have been raised about management decisions and staff professionalism.
- Address
- 80 East St, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 463-6001
Cranston YMCA at Eden Park School receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the swim instruction, staff dedication, and family-oriented atmosphere. The facility offers diverse programs including swimming lessons, childcare, and fitness classes. While the building is aging, recent renovations and the quality of staff and services are highly regarded.
- Address
- 180 Oakland Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 943-0444
Parents highly praise the swim lessons, instructors (particularly Kyle, Marlayna, and Elsa), and staff friendliness at this YMCA facility. The facility offers diverse programs including swimming, daycare, fitness classes, and youth activities in a family-oriented environment. While the building is aging and could benefit from updates, parents appreciate the recent renovations and the quality of service provided.
- Address
- 160 Pawtuxet Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 943-0444
- Address
- 156 Shaw Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 461-1660
Henderson Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise it as the best daycare with satisfied families, while negative reviews raise serious concerns about child safety, including allegations of physical contact with children, emotional distress, discriminatory treatment, unauthorized transportation, and poor communication with parents.
- Address
- 74 Alton Street, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 785-3939
- Address
- 1326 Plainfield Street, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 946-2211
- Address
- 565 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 461-2173
A Child's University receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the knowledgeable and caring staff, thoughtful curriculum, and clean facility. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication and accessibility through daily updates and classroom cameras. The center is noted for its inclusive environment and willingness to support children with special needs.
- Address
- 695 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 461-1880
- Address
- 155 Princess Ave., Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 270-8179
These reviews do not reflect daycare experiences. The reviews appear to be for a community food bank and assistance program, not a childcare center. All reviewers praise the friendly and helpful staff, accessible facilities, and support services provided.
- Address
- 178 Norwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 921-1470
- Address
- 1789 Broad Street, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 941-2030
- Address
- 848 Atwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
- Phone
- (401) 943-5160
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