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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Deep River, CT

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Deep River. Average rating: 4.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Deep River, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.97/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Deep River has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.97/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 06417 zip code, averaging 4.97 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Deep River

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
    Church Street Child Care
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    2 Church Street, Deep River, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children

    Hope Preschool (operating as Church Street Child Care) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who consistently praise the director Venera, dedicated staff, clean facilities, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Parents highlight the school's Christian values, diverse activities (music, Spanish, sports), strong communication, and supportive community involvement. Children are described as happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

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  2. 2
    Chester-Deep River-Essex Coop Nursery School
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    24 River Street Deep River Baptist Church, Deep River, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

    These reviews do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. All reviews describe a church community rather than a daycare facility, praising the pastor, worship services, and welcoming congregation. No actual daycare or educational services are mentioned.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Deep River

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Deep River, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Deep River zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
064175
4.97
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Deep River (16–70 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Deep River based on parent reviews

Chester-Deep River-Essex Coop Nursery School

5(6)

24 River Street Deep River Baptist Church, Deep River, CT

These reviews do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. All reviews describe a church community rather than a daycare facility, praising the pastor, worship services, and welcoming congregation. No actual daycare or educational services are mentioned.

Welcoming environmentfriendly communitypastoral leadership

Schoolmates

5(2)

253 Bushy Hill Rd, Deep River, CT

Parents highlight the school's immersive outdoor setting, noting activities like hiking and interaction with animals. Reviewers praise the warm environment and purposeful, playful curriculum, with one family citing a two-year enrollment and plans to continue attending.

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Daycare types in Deep River

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Deep River, Connecticut

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Deep River, Connecticut, making up 80% of the 5 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Deep River have an average rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Deep River

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Schoolmates
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the school's immersive outdoor setting, noting activities like hiking and interaction with animals. Reviewers praise the warm environment and purposeful, playful curriculum, with one family citing a two-year enrollment and plans to continue attending.

outdoor activitieshikinganimal interactions
Address
253 Bushy Hill Rd, Deep River, CT
Phone
(860) 767-2345
Chester-Deep River-Essex Coop Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

These reviews do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. All reviews describe a church community rather than a daycare facility, praising the pastor, worship services, and welcoming congregation. No actual daycare or educational services are mentioned.

Welcoming environmentfriendly communitypastoral leadership
Address
24 River Street Deep River Baptist Church, Deep River, CT
Phone
(860) 526-3403
Nature'S Playground- After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
253 Bushy Hill Road Activities Center, Deep River, CT
Phone
(860) 767-0848
Valley Shore Ymca Sap @ Deep River Elem School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12 River St, Deep River, CT
Phone
(860) 304-7313

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Deep River, Connecticut, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Deep River have an average Google rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Deep River, 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
Deep River offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church 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 Deep River for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Deep River 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.