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379 Daycare Centers in Rhode Island

Browse 379 daycare centers across Rhode Island. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Rhode Island

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Rhode Island can make the decision-making process smoother.

Rhode Island has about 379 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Rhode Island. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Rhode Island

There are 379 daycares in Rhode Island: 13 headstart facilities, 233 before/after school centers, 22 religious facility daycares, and 111 childcare and preschool centers.

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Childrens Learning Express
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Children's Learning Express receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising caring staff, family-like environment, and child happiness. However, one former employee gave a 1-star rating citing serious safety and regulatory concerns including staff turnover, DCYF investigations, and unsafe conditions.

caring and dedicated staffclean facilitychildren eager to attend
Address
7525 Post Road, North Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 667-2575
Sunshine Early Child Care Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.6
Address
11 Iafrate Way, North Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 294-3510
Kent County Y At Meadowbrook
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents praise Kent County Y at Meadowbrook for its welcoming staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive amenities including a kids care area, pool, gym, and basketball courts. The facility is described as safe and community-oriented, with long-term members highlighting the kindness and integrity of staff. Most reviewers rate it 5/5 stars with only minor facility concerns noted.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitykids care room with sup
Address
2 Chestnut Drive, East Greenwich, RI
Phone
(401) 261-5701
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
Kent County Y School'S Out
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents praise Kent County Y School's Out as a welcoming, clean, and well-maintained facility with friendly and attentive staff. The center offers diverse amenities including childcare, swimming, fitness classes, and recreational spaces that appeal to families. Parents consistently highlight the safe environment and quality care for children.

Friendly and kind staffclean and well-maintained facilitysafe Kids Care room with supervision
Address
900 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 828-0130
Jewish Alliance Of Greater Ri S/A
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This facility appears to be a community center rather than a daycare, with reviews praising its gym, pool, and physical therapy services. Reviewers consistently highlight the friendly and professional staff, modern amenities, and welcoming atmosphere.

Friendly and professional staffwell-equipped gym with trainerslap swimming pool
Address
401 Elmgrove Avenue, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 421-4111
David Isenberg Family Learning Chi
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents generally praise David Isenberg Family Learning Center for its safe, structured environment and excellent facilities, particularly the pool. Most reviewers highlight attentive staff and strong community atmosphere. However, one parent reported issues with staff behavior, facility flooding, frequent closures, and lack of prorated discounts.

Safe and secure environmentattentive staffexcellent facilities
Address
401 Elmgrove Avenue, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 421-4111
Crayons And Lolllipops
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
479 West Avenue, Pawtucket, RI
Phone
(401) 723-0200
Cherry Hill Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Cherry Hill Pre-School, led by Miss Cheryl for over 30 years, receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, dedicated teaching staff and nurturing learning environment. Multiple multi-generational families have attended, with children showing improved confidence and enthusiasm for school. One negative review contradicts the consensus.

Experiencedwarm and dedicated teachersstrong learning atmosphere
Address
10 Waterman Avenue, Johnston, RI
Phone
(401) 231-3355
Providence Ymca At Pleasant View
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Providence YMCA at Pleasant View receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the professional and diverse staff, helpful service, and quality after-school programs. One parent expressed strong dissatisfaction, though specific concerns were not detailed.

professional staffdiverse staffhelpful service
Address
50 Obadiah Brown Road, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 265-3215
Connecting For Children & Families
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
37 Center Street, Woonsocket, RI
Phone
(401) 465-0159
The Gingerbread House Preschool In
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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
Address
1458 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 654-6854
Carrusel Day Care Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 average rating. Parents praise the staff, teachers, and director for going above and beyond to help families. The center appears to offer additional community services including food assistance, tax preparation, and educational programs alongside daycare.

Kind and welcoming staffexcellent teachersattentive director (Mario Bueno)
Address
626 Broad Street, Central Falls, RI
Phone
(401) 728-5920
Pawtucket Y/Heritage Park Elc
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise Pawtucket Y/Heritage Park ELC as an excellent daycare facility with highly professional and friendly staff. The clean, spacious facility offers enriching activities including outdoor time, river views, meals/formula, and YMCA membership benefits for families.

Friendly and professional staffclean facilityspacious and open layout
Address
333 Roosevelt Ave, Pawtucket, RI
Phone
(401) 727-7050
Miss Lee Ann'S INC.
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

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 environment
Address
180 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 942-3331
Little Red Schoolhouse
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Little Red Schoolhouse receives mostly positive recent reviews praising the caring staff and welcoming environment. However, one detailed 2013 review raised serious concerns about child safety, inadequate staffing, facility maintenance issues, and owner absence.

Kind and caring staffchildren enjoy attendingchildren make friends
Address
20 Sprague Avenue, East Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 433-3009
Jamestown Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
87 North Main Road, Jamestown, RI
Phone
(401) 423-9954
Munchkin Land Preschool 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Munchkin Land Preschool 2 receives mostly positive reviews praising the clean facilities, caring staff, and educational programs. However, a small number of parents reported concerns about staff turnover, inconsistent caregivers, and unresponsiveness to parental requests.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiescaring and attentive staffstrong director leadership
Address
28 Nooseneck Hill Rd., West Greenwich, RI
Phone
(401) 397-3777
Tender Hearts Cc & Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Tender Hearts CC & Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight how their children thrive emotionally and developmentally, and note feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the center's care. Multiple families mention long-term enrollment (some for 9+ years) and strong reluctance from children to leave.

Caring and attentive staff
Address
935 Jefferson Blvd., Suite 1001, Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 736-8844
Wonderkids Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise Wonderkids Early Learning Center for its warm, family-like atmosphere and caring staff. Children reportedly transition well and thrive in the nurturing environment. The center offers enrichment activities like soccer and karate alongside daily play and arts & crafts.

Caring and loving staffwelcoming family-like environmentstrong communication with parents
Address
73 Alhambra Rd., Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 732-6160
Smithfield Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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 instruction
Address
15 Deerfield Dr, Smithfield, RI
Phone
(401) 949-2480
Amazing Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Amazing Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented environment with caring, attentive staff. Parents highlight the center's clean facilities, structured learning activities, and smooth transitions for children of all ages. Multiple families report significant child development and express strong satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean facilities
Address
2 Morgan Mill Road, Johnston, RI
Phone
(401) 383-1030
Ywca Ri Steam Engine
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

YWCA RI STEAM ENGINE receives predominantly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff, educational quality, and child care approach. Most reviewers rate it highly and consider it an excellent early childhood program in Rhode Island. A few minor concerns were raised about after-school program engagement and facility equipment.

Awesome staffexcellent teachersgreat educational opportunities
Address
133 Delaine St., Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 351-2241
Smithfield Ymca@ Old County Road
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

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 instruction
Address
200 Old County Rd., Smithfield, RI
Phone
(401) 949-2480
The Children'S Workshop Smithfield
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

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
Address
22 Cedar Swamp Road, Smithfield, RI
Phone
(401) 233-2828
Trailside Day Care
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
120 Wampanoag Trail, East Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 438-3340
Beautiful Beginnings
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Beautiful Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and receiving excellent care with enriching activities and field trips. The center is noted for going above and beyond in child development and family engagement.

caring and dedicated staffchild safety and well-beingwarm and attentive teachers
Address
700 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 785-8485
Brown-Fox Point Ec Ed Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
150 Hope St, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 521-5460
The Island Child Care-Bristol
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
399 Hope Street, Bristol, RI
Phone
(401) 396-5600

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Frequently asked questions

There are 379 all daycares across Rhode Island. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Rhode Island are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Rhode Island's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Rhode Island, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Rhode Island 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
Daycare costs in Rhode Island vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.