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Best Daycare Centers in Springfield, VT

Compare 8 daycare centers in Springfield. Average rating: 3.73/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Springfield, Vermont at a glance

Daycares
8
Avg rating
3.73/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Springfield offers 8 licensed daycares, 6 of which have public ratings averaging 3.73/5.75% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Springfield.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield

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
    Suzy'S Little Peanuts Day School LLC Springfield
    4.29 score
    4.5(7)

    132 Chester Road, Springfield, VT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    Suzy's Little Peanuts Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and healthy meal provisions. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and benefit from hands-on learning activities and outdoor exploration. One negative review cited rudeness and unprofessionalism, though without specific details.

    Caring and responsive staffstrong educational curriculumoutdoor learning timehealthy meals provided

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Springfield

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Springfield, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.33avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

2.55avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Springfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
051566
3.48
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Springfield (28–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Springfield based on parent reviews

Suzy'S Little Peanuts Day School LLC Springfield

4.5(7)

132 Chester Road, Springfield, VT

Suzy's Little Peanuts Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and healthy meal provisions. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and benefit from hands-on learning activities and outdoor exploration. One negative review cited rudeness and unprofessionalism, though without specific details.

Caring and responsive staffstrong educational curriculumoutdoor learning time

Squeaky Sneakers Springfield

4.3

365 Summer Street, Springfield, VT

Pine Street Preschool

5

15 Pine Street, Springfield, VT

Springfield Learning Garden INC

3.5(2)

31 Pleasant Street, Springfield, VT

One parent expresses strong appreciation for the staff's care and treatment of their children, while another reports serious concerns regarding supervision and safety. Specific incidents cited include stolen and damaged shoes, repeated bullying, and multiple bite marks resulting in visible injuries.

caring staffpositive treatment of children

Y Day Camp

2.8(1)

152 Missing Link Road, Springfield, VT

One parent describes Y Day Camp as a great option. This single positive rating suggests a satisfactory experience, though limited feedback is currently available.

Great

All4one With Springfield School District

2.3(3)

13 Fairground Road, Springfield, VT

One former student highlights a few dedicated teachers and valuable connections to a vocational tech center, while other parents report severe staffing issues, lack of educational resources, and significant administrative failures. Additional feedback cites poor historical teacher quality, data security breaches preventing record access, and repeated district violations without accountability.

Few dedicated teachersConnection to River Valley Tech center

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Daycare types in Springfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 2

Daycare Centers in Springfield, Vermont

There are 8 daycare centers in Springfield, Vermont. 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 Springfield have an average rating of 3.73 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.33 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Springfield, 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 Springfield

Showing 8 results

Pine Street Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
15 Pine Street, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 885-6664
Suzy'S Little Peanuts Day School LLC Springfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Suzy's Little Peanuts Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and healthy meal provisions. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and benefit from hands-on learning activities and outdoor exploration. One negative review cited rudeness and unprofessionalism, though without specific details.

Caring and responsive staffstrong educational curriculumoutdoor learning time
Address
132 Chester Road, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 885-7899
Quality
Squeaky Sneakers Springfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
365 Summer Street, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 885-5541
Springfield Learning Garden INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

One parent expresses strong appreciation for the staff's care and treatment of their children, while another reports serious concerns regarding supervision and safety. Specific incidents cited include stolen and damaged shoes, repeated bullying, and multiple bite marks resulting in visible injuries.

caring staffpositive treatment of children
Address
31 Pleasant Street, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 885-5077
Y Day Camp
Before or After School Daycare
2.8

One parent describes Y Day Camp as a great option. This single positive rating suggests a satisfactory experience, though limited feedback is currently available.

Great
Address
152 Missing Link Road, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 463-4769
Quality
All4one With Springfield School District
Before or After School Daycare
2.3

One former student highlights a few dedicated teachers and valuable connections to a vocational tech center, while other parents report severe staffing issues, lack of educational resources, and significant administrative failures. Additional feedback cites poor historical teacher quality, data security breaches preventing record access, and repeated district violations without accountability.

Few dedicated teachersConnection to River Valley Tech center
Address
13 Fairground Road, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 885-2531
Quality
Playworks Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6 Main Street, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 886-5242
Quality
World Of Discovery INC D/B/A World Of Discovery III
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
307 South Street, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 885-8380
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in Springfield, Vermont. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Springfield have an average Google rating of 3.73 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Springfield, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Vermont's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Vermont)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Springfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Vermont 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 Springfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Springfield must be licensed by Vermont'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.