Children at daycare

5 Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hartford, Connecticut

Browse all 5 child daycare & preschools in East Hartford, Connecticut. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Hartford

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
    South Congregational Church Nursery School
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1301 Forbes St, East Hartford, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    This facility hosts candlelight concert events featuring string quartets and tribute performances. Reviewers consistently praise the musical performances, venue atmosphere, ambiance with candles, and courteous staff coordination.

    High-quality musical performancesbeautiful venue decorationpeaceful and magical atmosphereattentive and courteous staff
  2. 2
    Silva'S Youth Of Today Learning Center
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    656 Silver Ln, East Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 304 children

    Silva's Youth of Today Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-oriented environment, and educational quality, with several mentioning long-term positive impacts. However, multiple parents report consistently poor phone communication and customer service, including rudeness, unresponsiveness to voicemails, and unprofessional interactions.

    caring and compassionate stafffamily-oriented environmentcompetitive ratesaccepts care 4 kids
  3. 3
    Swaddlejoy Night And Day Care
    3.57 score
    3.3(8)

    1184 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    SwaddleJoy has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the facility as clean, modern, and staffed with caring teachers who provide good learning experiences and track progress via app. However, several parents report serious concerns including inadequate feeding and diaper changes, unexplained bruises on children, lack of response to safety issues, and staff rudeness.

    Clean and modern facilitycaring and nurturing staffstimulating classroomsrich learning e
  4. 4
    Ywca East Hartford Early Learning Center
    3.5 score
    3(5)

    9 Signor St, East Hartford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Parent reviews for this daycare are mixed, ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Positive reviews praise the professionalism of teachers and director, while negative reviews cite high staff turnover, lack of empathy from leadership, and safety concerns including biting incidents and unexplained bruises.

    Professional teachersprofessional directorchild development observed over time

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Hartford based on parent reviews

Silva'S Youth Of Today Learning Center

4.4(10)

656 Silver Ln, East Hartford, CT

Silva's Youth of Today Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-oriented environment, and educational quality, with several mentioning long-term positive impacts. However, multiple parents report consistently poor phone communication and customer service, including rudeness, unresponsiveness to voicemails, and unprofessional interactions.

caring and compassionate stafffamily-oriented environmentcompetitive rates

Swaddlejoy Night And Day Care

3.3(8)

1184 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT

SwaddleJoy has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the facility as clean, modern, and staffed with caring teachers who provide good learning experiences and track progress via app. However, several parents report serious concerns including inadequate feeding and diaper changes, unexplained bruises on children, lack of response to safety issues, and staff rudeness.

Clean and modern facilitycaring and nurturing staffstimulating classrooms

Ywca East Hartford Early Learning Center

3(5)

9 Signor St, East Hartford, CT

Parent reviews for this daycare are mixed, ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Positive reviews praise the professionalism of teachers and director, while negative reviews cite high staff turnover, lack of empathy from leadership, and safety concerns including biting incidents and unexplained bruises.

Professional teachersprofessional directorchild development observed over time

Ymca Child Care Center

2.3(3)

70a Canterbury Street, East Hartford, CT

Ymca Larson Center

2.3(3)

81 Woodlawn Circle, East Hartford, CT

Map

Daycare types in East Hartford

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in East Hartford, Connecticut

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in East Hartford, Connecticut, making up 71% of the 7 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 Hartford, 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 Hartford

Showing 5 results

Silva'S Youth Of Today Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Silva's Youth of Today Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-oriented environment, and educational quality, with several mentioning long-term positive impacts. However, multiple parents report consistently poor phone communication and customer service, including rudeness, unresponsiveness to voicemails, and unprofessional interactions.

caring and compassionate stafffamily-oriented environmentcompetitive rates
Address
656 Silver Ln, East Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 569-8300
Swaddlejoy Night And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

SwaddleJoy has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the facility as clean, modern, and staffed with caring teachers who provide good learning experiences and track progress via app. However, several parents report serious concerns including inadequate feeding and diaper changes, unexplained bruises on children, lack of response to safety issues, and staff rudeness.

Clean and modern facilitycaring and nurturing staffstimulating classrooms
Address
1184 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 206-0334
Ywca East Hartford Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Parent reviews for this daycare are mixed, ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Positive reviews praise the professionalism of teachers and director, while negative reviews cite high staff turnover, lack of empathy from leadership, and safety concerns including biting incidents and unexplained bruises.

Professional teachersprofessional directorchild development observed over time
Address
9 Signor St, East Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 291-2700
Ymca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
70a Canterbury Street, East Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 568-1437
Ymca Larson Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
81 Woodlawn Circle, East Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 289-7399

Page 1 of 1· 5 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Hartford, Connecticut, out of 7 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 Hartford, 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 Hartford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church 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 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 Hartford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Hartford 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.