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8 Daycare Centers in West Warwick, Rhode Island

Browse all 8 daycare centers in West Warwick, Rhode Island. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in West Warwick

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.

  1. 1

    505 Wakefield Street, West Warwick, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    Kent County Y at Wakefield Hills is a well-maintained YMCA facility with strong community atmosphere and reliable childcare services. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, kind staff and clean facilities. The center offers diverse amenities including pools, gym equipment, classes, and supervised kids care areas.

    Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitysupervised Kids Care room with observation windowsdiverse activities and amenities (
  2. 2

    127 Greenbush Road, West Warwick, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 59 children

    Kent County Y at Greenbush School is highly rated for its welcoming staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive amenities including childcare services. Parents consistently praise the safe Kids Care room, friendly community atmosphere, and variety of activities available. The facility is well-maintained despite being an older building.

    Welcoming and kind staffsafe Kids Care room with supervisionclean facilitiesspacious gym with multiple amenities (pool
  3. 3
    Joyful Noise
    4 score
    4(6)

    9 New London Avenue, West Warwick, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    Joyful Noise receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents who commend the staff for being caring, hardworking, and dedicated to child development. However, a minority of reviews raise serious concerns about professionalism, supervision practices, and classroom quality inconsistencies.

    caring and loving staffdedicated teacherschildren progress above learning standardslong-term attendance
  4. 4
    Child INC. - Payan Street
    3.93 score
    3.9(11)

    28 Payan Street, West Warwick, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 138 children

    Child Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong teacher-parent communication, and educational value. However, one parent raised serious concerns about bathroom privacy and reported being dismissed when requesting accommodations.

    caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-parent communicationchildren learn significantlyhelpful with family resources
  5. 5

    10 James P. Murphy Highway, West Warwick, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 127 children

    Academy for Little Children receives mixed reviews. Four parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, well-trained teachers, age-appropriate room divisions, and engaging programs. However, three parents report serious concerns including poor communication/lack of responsiveness during enrollment, inadequate supervision leading to a child being bitten, inflexible policies toward families in financial hardship, and an unprofessional environment.

    warm and welcoming environmenthighly trained teachersage-appropriate class divisionsclean facility
  6. 6

    110 Pulaski Street, West Warwick, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 139 children

    Dreamland Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Five parents praise the caring staff, friendly atmosphere, and director Megan/Courtney, while five others report serious safety concerns including lack of incident reporting, inadequate supervision, physical altercations between children, and unprofessional management behavior.

    Caring and friendly staffsupportive directoropen communicationsafe environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in West Warwick based on parent reviews

Kent County Y At Wakefield Hills

4.5(20)

505 Wakefield Street, West Warwick, RI

Kent County Y at Wakefield Hills is a well-maintained YMCA facility with strong community atmosphere and reliable childcare services. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, kind staff and clean facilities. The center offers diverse amenities including pools, gym equipment, classes, and supervised kids care areas.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitysupervised Kids Care room with observation windows

Kent County Y At Greenbush School

4.5(20)

127 Greenbush Road, West Warwick, RI

Kent County Y at Greenbush School is highly rated for its welcoming staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive amenities including childcare services. Parents consistently praise the safe Kids Care room, friendly community atmosphere, and variety of activities available. The facility is well-maintained despite being an older building.

Welcoming and kind staffsafe Kids Care room with supervisionclean facilities

Joyful Noise

4(6)

9 New London Avenue, West Warwick, RI

Joyful Noise receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents who commend the staff for being caring, hardworking, and dedicated to child development. However, a minority of reviews raise serious concerns about professionalism, supervision practices, and classroom quality inconsistencies.

caring and loving staffdedicated teacherschildren progress above learning standards

Joyful Noise - Legris Avenue

5

120 Legris Avenue, West Warwick, RI

Child INC. - Payan Street

3.9(11)

28 Payan Street, West Warwick, RI

Child Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong teacher-parent communication, and educational value. However, one parent raised serious concerns about bathroom privacy and reported being dismissed when requesting accommodations.

caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-parent communicationchildren learn significantly

Academy For Little Children

3.4(7)

10 James P. Murphy Highway, West Warwick, RI

Academy for Little Children receives mixed reviews. Four parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, well-trained teachers, age-appropriate room divisions, and engaging programs. However, three parents report serious concerns including poor communication/lack of responsiveness during enrollment, inadequate supervision leading to a child being bitten, inflexible policies toward families in financial hardship, and an unprofessional environment.

warm and welcoming environmenthighly trained teachersage-appropriate class divisions

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Daycare Centers in West Warwick, Rhode Island

There are 8 daycare centers in West Warwick, 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 West Warwick, 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 West Warwick

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Joyful Noise - Legris Avenue
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
120 Legris Avenue, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 828-8259
Kent County Y At Wakefield Hills
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Kent County Y at Wakefield Hills is a well-maintained YMCA facility with strong community atmosphere and reliable childcare services. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, kind staff and clean facilities. The center offers diverse amenities including pools, gym equipment, classes, and supervised kids care areas.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitysupervised Kids Care room with observation windows
Address
505 Wakefield Street, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 828-0130
Kent County Y At Greenbush School
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Kent County Y at Greenbush School is highly rated for its welcoming staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive amenities including childcare services. Parents consistently praise the safe Kids Care room, friendly community atmosphere, and variety of activities available. The facility is well-maintained despite being an older building.

Welcoming and kind staffsafe Kids Care room with supervisionclean facilities
Address
127 Greenbush Road, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 265-4270
Joyful Noise
Before or After School Daycare
4

Joyful Noise receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents who commend the staff for being caring, hardworking, and dedicated to child development. However, a minority of reviews raise serious concerns about professionalism, supervision practices, and classroom quality inconsistencies.

caring and loving staffdedicated teacherschildren progress above learning standards
Address
9 New London Avenue, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 828-8210
Child INC. - Payan Street
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Child Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong teacher-parent communication, and educational value. However, one parent raised serious concerns about bathroom privacy and reported being dismissed when requesting accommodations.

caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-parent communicationchildren learn significantly
Address
28 Payan Street, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 828-2888
Academy For Little Children
Before or After School Daycare
3.4

Academy for Little Children receives mixed reviews. Four parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, well-trained teachers, age-appropriate room divisions, and engaging programs. However, three parents report serious concerns including poor communication/lack of responsiveness during enrollment, inadequate supervision leading to a child being bitten, inflexible policies toward families in financial hardship, and an unprofessional environment.

warm and welcoming environmenthighly trained teachersage-appropriate class divisions
Address
10 James P. Murphy Highway, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 823-5000
Dreamland Learning Center INC
Before or After School Daycare
3.2

Dreamland Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Five parents praise the caring staff, friendly atmosphere, and director Megan/Courtney, while five others report serious safety concerns including lack of incident reporting, inadequate supervision, physical altercations between children, and unprofessional management behavior.

Caring and friendly staffsupportive directoropen communication
Address
110 Pulaski Street, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 828-8200
Dr. Day Care-West Warwick
Child Daycare & Preschools

Dr. Day Care-West Warwick receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight a nurturing, clean environment with caring staff who support individual child development and provide engaging educational activities. Parents report their children are eager to attend and show measurable learning progress.

Caring and attentive staffpersonalized learning experiencesclean and secure facility
Address
297 Cowesett Avenue, West Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 615-8300

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in West Warwick, Rhode Island. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in West Warwick, 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
West Warwick offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 West Warwick for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in West Warwick 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.