How do I choose the right daycare in Clinton?

When choosing a daycare in Clinton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Connecticut's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Connecticut) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Clinton?

Clinton offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Clinton, Connecticut (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Connecticut?

Daycare costs in Connecticut 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 Clinton for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clinton

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.

Valley Shore Ymca Sap @ Pierson School

4.32 score

4.4(20)

75 E Main St, Clinton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

Valley Shore YMCA SAP @ Pierson School receives consistently high praise from parents for its engaging summer camp and year-round programs. Parents highlight the variety of activities, dedicated and caring staff, excellent communication, and safe, nurturing environment that keeps children actively engaged and entertained.

Diverse activities (swimmingarcheryrock climbingsports

Carrot Patch - Shoreline

4.22 score

4.4(6)

2 Maple Ave, Clinton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children

Parents consistently praise Carrot Patch for its nature-based, play-focused curriculum and caring staff. The program emphasizes outdoor learning, child-led exploration, and balanced development across emotional, physical, and cognitive areas. Multiple parents report high satisfaction and note their children are enthusiastic about attending.

Caring and compassionate staffnature-based outdoor educationchild-led learning approachbalanced curriculum with creative activities

Clinton Child Care

4 score

4(8)

160 E Main St, Clinton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

Clinton Child Care receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's communication, educational approach, and support through developmental milestones. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about inadequate staffing in preschool, lack of support for neurodivergent children, and allegations of inappropriate staff conduct including physical discipline.

Strong communication with parentssupportive staff through transitionslearning-focused curriculumwell-organized

Child Daycare & Preschools in Clinton, Connecticut

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Clinton, Connecticut, making up 67% of the 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clinton, Connecticut, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Clinton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Connecticut's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Connecticut)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Clinton offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Connecticut 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 Clinton for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Clinton must be licensed by Connecticut'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.

4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Clinton, Connecticut

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clinton

Top Rated

Valley Shore Ymca Sap @ Pierson School

Carrot Patch - Shoreline

Red Barn Children'S Center

Clinton Child Care

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Daycare types in Clinton