11 Daycare Centers in Smithfield, Rhode Island
Browse all 11 daycare centers in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Smithfield
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.
- 1Bright Start Academy4.64 score4.8(20)
688 Putnam Pike, Smithfield, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 61 children
Bright Start Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Kiana and staff for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, individualized attention (including special needs accommodation), and engaging activities like field trips and special events.
Academic and social developmentexperienced and caring staffowner Kiana's leadershipcleanliness - 2Stork'S Nest Child Academy V4.62 score5(8)
440 George Washington Highwa, Smithfield, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 172 children
Parents consistently praise Stork's Nest Child Academy for exceptional childcare with kind, dedicated teachers who create a nurturing, family-like environment. Children show strong development and enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting the clean, safe facility and effective communication tools like the Brightwheel app.
Caring and loving staffclean and safe facilitystrong developmental progressexcellent communication with parents - 3Greenville Nursery School4.55 score4.9(8)
1 Church Street, Smithfield, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise Greenville Nursery School for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional leadership under director Tiffany. Children show significant growth in confidence, social skills, and academic preparation for kindergarten. Staff members are described as caring, communicative, and dedicated to creating a safe, engaging learning environment.
Passionate and dedicated director (Tiffany)welcoming front-desk staff (Donna)patient and professional - 4Smithfield Ymca4.32 score4.4(20)
15 Deerfield Dr, Smithfield, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Smithfield YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from members across multiple programs including after-school care, summer camp, swim lessons, and fitness facilities. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, well-organized programs, quality instruction, and convenient location. The facility is popular with families and offers programs for various age groups and fitness levels.
Friendly and helpful stafforganized programsquality swim instructionE-Gy - 5Smithfield Ymca@ Old County Road4.32 score4.4(20)
200 Old County Rd., Smithfield, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 59 children
Smithfield YMCA @ Old County Road receives consistently high praise from parents and members. Reviews highlight excellent staff friendliness, well-organized programs, quality instruction, and modern facilities including an E-Gym and large pool. The facility is popular for after-school care, summer camp, swim lessons, and general membership.
friendly and helpful stafforganized and communicativequality swim instructionmodern equipment (E-Gym) - 6The Children'S Workshop Smithfield4.32 score4.4(20)
22 Cedar Swamp Road, Smithfield, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 101 children
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy (formerly The Children's Workshop) in Smithfield for its caring, experienced staff and educational approach. The facility receives high marks for safety, cleanliness, daily communication via the Kaymbu app with photos, and children's visible enthusiasm and developmental progress. Multiple reviewers noted smooth transitions to daycare and strong emotional bonds between teachers and students.
Warm and passionate teaching staf - 7Breezy Knoll Child Care Center4.12 score4.2(8)
311 Stillwater Road, Smithfield, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 86 children
Breezy Knoll receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong curriculum. Parents report their children thriving and feeling confident in the center's care. Two negative reviews cite poor people skills and general dissatisfaction, contrasting sharply with the overwhelmingly positive feedback.
Caring and loving stafffamily-like environmentstrong curriculumchildren flourish academically and behaviorally
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Smithfield based on parent reviews
Bright Start Academy
688 Putnam Pike, Smithfield, RI
Bright Start Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Kiana and staff for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, individualized attention (including special needs accommodation), and engaging activities like field trips and special events.
Stork'S Nest Child Academy V
440 George Washington Highwa, Smithfield, RI
Parents consistently praise Stork's Nest Child Academy for exceptional childcare with kind, dedicated teachers who create a nurturing, family-like environment. Children show strong development and enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting the clean, safe facility and effective communication tools like the Brightwheel app.
Greenville Nursery School
1 Church Street, Smithfield, RI
Parents consistently praise Greenville Nursery School for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional leadership under director Tiffany. Children show significant growth in confidence, social skills, and academic preparation for kindergarten. Staff members are described as caring, communicative, and dedicated to creating a safe, engaging learning environment.
Smithfield Ymca
15 Deerfield Dr, Smithfield, RI
Smithfield YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from members across multiple programs including after-school care, summer camp, swim lessons, and fitness facilities. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, well-organized programs, quality instruction, and convenient location. The facility is popular with families and offers programs for various age groups and fitness levels.
Smithfield Ymca@ Old County Road
200 Old County Rd., Smithfield, RI
Smithfield YMCA @ Old County Road receives consistently high praise from parents and members. Reviews highlight excellent staff friendliness, well-organized programs, quality instruction, and modern facilities including an E-Gym and large pool. The facility is popular for after-school care, summer camp, swim lessons, and general membership.
The Children'S Workshop Smithfield
22 Cedar Swamp Road, Smithfield, RI
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy (formerly The Children's Workshop) in Smithfield for its caring, experienced staff and educational approach. The facility receives high marks for safety, cleanliness, daily communication via the Kaymbu app with photos, and children's visible enthusiasm and developmental progress. Multiple reviewers noted smooth transitions to daycare and strong emotional bonds between teachers and students.
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Daycare Centers in Smithfield, Rhode Island
There are 11 daycare centers in Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, 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 Smithfield
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Parents consistently praise Stork's Nest Child Academy for exceptional childcare with kind, dedicated teachers who create a nurturing, family-like environment. Children show strong development and enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting the clean, safe facility and effective communication tools like the Brightwheel app.
- Address
- 440 George Washington Highwa, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 233-2500
- Address
- 170 Pleasant View Ave, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 231-7446
Parents consistently praise Greenville Nursery School for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional leadership under director Tiffany. Children show significant growth in confidence, social skills, and academic preparation for kindergarten. Staff members are described as caring, communicative, and dedicated to creating a safe, engaging learning environment.
- Address
- 1 Church Street, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 949-3051
Bright Start Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Kiana and staff for creating a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, individualized attention (including special needs accommodation), and engaging activities like field trips and special events.
- Address
- 688 Putnam Pike, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 949-5461
Smithfield YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from members across multiple programs including after-school care, summer camp, swim lessons, and fitness facilities. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, well-organized programs, quality instruction, and convenient location. The facility is popular with families and offers programs for various age groups and fitness levels.
- Address
- 15 Deerfield Dr, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 949-2480
Smithfield YMCA @ Old County Road receives consistently high praise from parents and members. Reviews highlight excellent staff friendliness, well-organized programs, quality instruction, and modern facilities including an E-Gym and large pool. The facility is popular for after-school care, summer camp, swim lessons, and general membership.
- Address
- 200 Old County Rd., Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 949-2480
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy (formerly The Children's Workshop) in Smithfield for its caring, experienced staff and educational approach. The facility receives high marks for safety, cleanliness, daily communication via the Kaymbu app with photos, and children's visible enthusiasm and developmental progress. Multiple reviewers noted smooth transitions to daycare and strong emotional bonds between teachers and students.
- Address
- 22 Cedar Swamp Road, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 233-2828
Breezy Knoll receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong curriculum. Parents report their children thriving and feeling confident in the center's care. Two negative reviews cite poor people skills and general dissatisfaction, contrasting sharply with the overwhelmingly positive feedback.
- Address
- 311 Stillwater Road, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 232-7177
Briarwood Child Academy receives predominantly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, curriculum, and developmental progress of their children. However, a small number of recent reviews raise concerns about cleanliness, management decisions, and communication during transitions.
- Address
- 85 West Reservoir Road, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 231-2035
A Child's University in Smithfield receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for extended periods. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, high-quality care, experienced staff, and comprehensive programs including an accredited Kindergarten option that prepares children for public school.
- Address
- 370 George Washington Highway, Unit 3, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 349-3010
Dr. Day Care IV in Smithfield receives mixed reviews. Most parents (3 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, educational activities, real-time communication app, and school preparation, with strong recommendations. However, two negative reviews cite enrollment process issues and concerns about staff attentiveness, toy maintenance, and classroom ratios.
- Address
- 1201 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI
- Phone
- (401) 349-0044
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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