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Best Daycare Centers in Richmond, RI

Compare 2 daycare centers in Richmond. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Richmond, Rhode Island at a glance

Daycares
2
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Richmond offers 2 licensed daycares, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Richmond

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.

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    Arcadia Branch Ymca
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    1190 Main Street, Richmond, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 36 children

    This appears to be a YMCA gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the clean, uncrowded environment with good equipment and friendly staff. The location lacks a pool but is appreciated for its quiet atmosphere and reasonable hours.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly staffgood exercise equipmentuncrowded

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Richmond

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Richmond (36–52 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Richmond based on parent reviews

Arcadia Branch Ymca

4.7(11)

1190 Main Street, Richmond, RI

This appears to be a YMCA gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the clean, uncrowded environment with good equipment and friendly staff. The location lacks a pool but is appreciated for its quiet atmosphere and reasonable hours.

Clean facilitiesfriendly staffgood exercise equipment

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Daycare Centers in Richmond, Rhode Island

There are 2 daycare centers in Richmond, Rhode Island. 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 Richmond have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Richmond, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Richmond

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Arcadia Branch Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

This appears to be a YMCA gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the clean, uncrowded environment with good equipment and friendly staff. The location lacks a pool but is appreciated for its quiet atmosphere and reasonable hours.

Clean facilitiesfriendly staffgood exercise equipment
Address
1190 Main Street, Richmond, RI
Phone
(401) 539-2306
Arcadia Ymca At Richmond School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
190 Kingston Road, Richmond, RI
Phone
(401) 539-2306

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 all daycares in Richmond, Rhode Island. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Richmond have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Richmond, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Rhode Island's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Rhode Island)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Rhode Island typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Richmond for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Richmond must be licensed by Rhode Island's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.