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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hampton, CT

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in East Hampton. Average rating: 4.88/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Hampton, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.88/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
4

East Hampton has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.88/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 06424 zip code, averaging 4.88 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Hampton

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
    Belltown Discovery Center
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    3 Smith St, East Hampton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    Belltown Discovery Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight caring and attentive staff, a clean and nurturing environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, meeting developmental milestones, and thriving in the small, welcoming atmosphere with flexible hours.

    Caring and invested staffclean facilitystrong parent-staff communicationdevelopmental milestone tracking
  2. 2
    Educational Playcare - East Hampton
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    140 E High St, East Hampton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 217 children

    Parents consistently praise Educational Playcare/BrightPath East Hampton for its dedicated, attentive staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication with families. Multiple long-term families report their children thriving in a safe, clean, and well-organized environment from infancy through pre-kindergarten. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with particular recognition for accommodating special needs and allergies.

    Dedicated and attentive staffengaging and play-based curriculumstrong parent communication (app with photos/videos and regular updates)clean facility with good outdoor time

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in East Hampton

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in East Hampton, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.88avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

East Hampton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
064246
4.88
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Hampton (20–217 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Hampton based on parent reviews

Belltown Discovery Center

4.9(6)

3 Smith St, East Hampton, CT

Belltown Discovery Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight caring and attentive staff, a clean and nurturing environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, meeting developmental milestones, and thriving in the small, welcoming atmosphere with flexible hours.

Caring and invested staffclean facilitystrong parent-staff communication

Educational Playcare - East Hampton

4.6(20)

140 E High St, East Hampton, CT

Parents consistently praise Educational Playcare/BrightPath East Hampton for its dedicated, attentive staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication with families. Multiple long-term families report their children thriving in a safe, clean, and well-organized environment from infancy through pre-kindergarten. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with particular recognition for accommodating special needs and allergies.

Dedicated and attentive staffengaging and play-based curriculumstrong parent communication (app with photos/videos and regular updates)

East Hampton Nursery School

5(3)

111 Main St, East Hampton, CT

One parent notes that all four of their children attended and found the small, family-like environment with dedicated teachers to be highly effective for kindergarten preparation. Two other parents, who attended as children, recall the experience positively and note that the facility remains consistent with their childhood memories.

small class sizefamily-like atmospherededicated teachers

Kids Of Chatham Organization

5(3)

151 E High St, East Hampton, CT

Parents highlight the caring staff and diverse social environment, with one reviewer noting the program as a childhood highlight from preschool through fifth grade. Additional feedback mentions the educational value, social skill development, and enjoyable summer day trips.

caring staffeducational focussocial skill development

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Daycare types in East Hampton

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hampton, Connecticut

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in East Hampton, Connecticut, making up 83% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in East Hampton have an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.88 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in East Hampton, 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 East Hampton

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East Hampton Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent notes that all four of their children attended and found the small, family-like environment with dedicated teachers to be highly effective for kindergarten preparation. Two other parents, who attended as children, recall the experience positively and note that the facility remains consistent with their childhood memories.

small class sizefamily-like atmospherededicated teachers
Address
111 Main St, East Hampton, CT
Phone
(860) 267-2681
Kids Of Chatham Organization
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the caring staff and diverse social environment, with one reviewer noting the program as a childhood highlight from preschool through fifth grade. Additional feedback mentions the educational value, social skill development, and enjoyable summer day trips.

caring staffeducational focussocial skill development
Address
151 E High St, East Hampton, CT
Phone
(860) 267-6080
Belltown Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Belltown Discovery Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight caring and attentive staff, a clean and nurturing environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, meeting developmental milestones, and thriving in the small, welcoming atmosphere with flexible hours.

Caring and invested staffclean facilitystrong parent-staff communication
Address
3 Smith St, East Hampton, CT
Phone
(860) 267-0303
Educational Playcare - East Hampton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Educational Playcare/BrightPath East Hampton for its dedicated, attentive staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication with families. Multiple long-term families report their children thriving in a safe, clean, and well-organized environment from infancy through pre-kindergarten. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with particular recognition for accommodating special needs and allergies.

Dedicated and attentive staffengaging and play-based curriculumstrong parent communication (app with photos/videos and regular updates)
Address
140 E High St, East Hampton, CT
Phone
(860) 365-5587
My School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1 Sinco Place, East Hampton, CT
Phone
(860) 267-1397

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Hampton, Connecticut, out of 6 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 East Hampton have an average Google rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Hampton, 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
East Hampton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 East Hampton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Hampton 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.