How do I choose the right daycare in East Hampton?

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

Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hampton, Connecticut (5 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in East Hampton?

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.

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 East Hampton for current pricing.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

5 Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hampton, Connecticut

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Hampton

Top Rated

Belltown Discovery Center

Educational Playcare - East Hampton

East Hampton Nursery School

Kids Of Chatham Organization

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Daycare types in East Hampton