Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Greenwich, CT
Compare 19 child daycare & preschools in Greenwich. Average rating: 4.76/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Greenwich, Connecticut at a glance
- Programs
- 19
- Avg rating
- 4.76/5
- Parent reviews
- 111
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 16
Greenwich has 19 licensed child daycare & preschools with 111 parent reviews averaging 4.76/5.16 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 80% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 06831 (avg 5 stars), while 06830 has the largest selection (21 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Greenwich
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.
- 1Round Hill Nursery School- First Step4.64 score5(9)
395 Round Hill Rd, Greenwich, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 16 children
Round Hill Nursery School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers who praise it as a nurturing, welcoming community with caring and competent teachers. Parents highlight the balance of learning and play, quality of instruction, and the strong friendships formed among families. Multiple parents report their children thrived and loved attending the school.
Nurturing and caring teachersbalance of fun and structured learningwelcoming communitystrong parent-teacher relationships - 2Greenwich Christian Preschool4.64 score5(9)
10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a nurturing, loving environment with caring and professional teachers. Parents highlight strong academic preparation for kindergarten, secure facilities, Christian values integration, and excellent community engagement through parent events.
Caring and passionate teachersnurturing environmentsecure and well-designed campusstrong kindergarten preparation - 3Greenwich Christian Preschool Schoolhouse4.64 score5(9)
10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children
Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise its caring, nurturing environment and passionate teachers. Parents highlight the secure campus, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and supportive Christian emphasis alongside professional instruction.
caring and nurturing teacherssecure and safe campuswell-designed for toddlersstrong academic curriculum - 4Round Hill Nursery School4.64 score5(9)
466 Round Hill Road, Greenwich, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Round Hill Nursery School receives universally positive reviews from parents who praise the nurturing, warm environment and caring teachers. Parents consistently highlight the school's balance of learning and play, strong community building among families, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-lasting friendships formed through the school.
Nurturing and caring teacherswarm welcoming environmentbalance of fun and structured learningsmall community feel - 5Pat-A-Cake Playschool4.56 score4.8(12)
40 Gold St, Greenwich, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
Pat-A-Cake Playschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff led by Director Dorothy Heneghan. Parents highlight strong child development, meaningful teacher-child relationships, enriching activities, and a focus on social-emotional learning alongside academics. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend daily.
Warm and loving staffDirector Dorothy Heneghan's leadership and compassionstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean facility - 6Two Year Old Prog At First Presbyterian Church Nursery Sch4.49 score4.9(6)
1 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 38 children
No parent reviews about the daycare program were found. The reviews posted are about the church facility itself, praising its appearance, community service programs, and welcoming atmosphere.
Beautiful facilitynice peoplecommunity-orientedfamily-friendly events - 7Christ Church Nursery School- Greenwich4.39 score4.6(9)
254 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 127 children
Christ Church Nursery School in Greenwich receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising warm, experienced teachers, well-prepared academic programs, and a strong sense of community. The facility features spacious, bright classrooms and offers play-based learning alongside kindergarten preparation. One parent reported issues with school leadership and communication.
Warm and caring teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartenplay-based learning approachlarge bright classrooms - 8Ymca Of Greenwich At New Lebanon4.32 score4.4(20)
25 Mead Ave, Greenwich, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children
Reviews are predominantly positive, with members praising the Olympic-sized pool as the standout feature. Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and dedicated. The facility is noted as older but well-maintained and clean with ongoing improvements.
Olympic-sized pool with excellent water quality and temperaturefriendly and helpful staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesstrong gym and fitness programs - 9Byram Archibald Neighborhood Ctr Banc Asp3.9 score3.8(5)
289 Delavan Ave, Greenwich, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
Parents give mostly positive ratings, with several 5-star reviews praising the facility. However, some reviews appear unrelated to daycare services and mention parking as a concern.
Amazing facilitywell-stocked with items and resources
Rating Distribution
Based on 20 daycares with Google ratings in Greenwich
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Greenwich, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Greenwich zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06831 | 6 | 5 | 4 | |
| 06830 | 21 | 4.7 | 12 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Greenwich (15–183 children)
Small
up to 30 children
4
Medium
31–75 children
15
Large
76–150 children
8
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Greenwich based on parent reviews
Greenwich Christian Preschool
10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT
Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a nurturing, loving environment with caring and professional teachers. Parents highlight strong academic preparation for kindergarten, secure facilities, Christian values integration, and excellent community engagement through parent events.
Greenwich Christian Preschool Schoolhouse
10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT
Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise its caring, nurturing environment and passionate teachers. Parents highlight the secure campus, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and supportive Christian emphasis alongside professional instruction.
Round Hill Nursery School
466 Round Hill Road, Greenwich, CT
Round Hill Nursery School receives universally positive reviews from parents who praise the nurturing, warm environment and caring teachers. Parents consistently highlight the school's balance of learning and play, strong community building among families, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-lasting friendships formed through the school.
Pat-A-Cake Playschool
40 Gold St, Greenwich, CT
Pat-A-Cake Playschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff led by Director Dorothy Heneghan. Parents highlight strong child development, meaningful teacher-child relationships, enriching activities, and a focus on social-emotional learning alongside academics. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend daily.
Little Friends
25 Valley Drive, Greenwich, CT
Parents describe Little Friends as a highly caring, professional, and family-oriented environment where staff members are noted for their warmth, organization, and dedication to individual children. Reviewers highlight the strong communication, engaging curriculum, and supportive atmosphere, though one parent notes the existence of a nearly 1.5-year waitlist. The few reviews so far emphasize emotional security and exceptional teacher-student relationships without reporting any specific operational negatives.
Ymca Of Greenwich At New Lebanon
25 Mead Ave, Greenwich, CT
Reviews are predominantly positive, with members praising the Olympic-sized pool as the standout feature. Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and dedicated. The facility is noted as older but well-maintained and clean with ongoing improvements.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Greenwich, Connecticut
There are 19 child daycare & preschools in Greenwich, Connecticut, making up 68% of the 28 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 Greenwich have an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 20 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 111 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Greenwich, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent describes their experience at Selma Maisel Nursery School as exceptional, noting that staff from security to leadership are authentic and warm. The reviewer highlights that their daughter has flourished under the guidance of the educators and benefited from the stellar education provided.
- Address
- 300 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 622-8121
- Address
- 40 Arch Street, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 869-4848
Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a nurturing, loving environment with caring and professional teachers. Parents highlight strong academic preparation for kindergarten, secure facilities, Christian values integration, and excellent community engagement through parent events.
- Address
- 10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 813-3251
- Address
- 2 Chapel St, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 531-8430
Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise its caring, nurturing environment and passionate teachers. Parents highlight the secure campus, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and supportive Christian emphasis alongside professional instruction.
- Address
- 10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 869-8199
Round Hill Nursery School receives universally positive reviews from parents who praise the nurturing, warm environment and caring teachers. Parents consistently highlight the school's balance of learning and play, strong community building among families, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-lasting friendships formed through the school.
- Address
- 466 Round Hill Road, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 869-4910
A single reviewer describes this preschool as the best Jewish option in the area, highlighting the loving and caring nature of the teachers, staff, and directors. The feedback expresses a desire for the school to expand into a larger building.
- Address
- 75 Mason St, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 629-9059
- Address
- 101 Indian Field Rd, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 661-4629
- Address
- 59 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 540-5770
Parents describe Little Friends as a highly caring, professional, and family-oriented environment where staff members are noted for their warmth, organization, and dedication to individual children. Reviewers highlight the strong communication, engaging curriculum, and supportive atmosphere, though one parent notes the existence of a nearly 1.5-year waitlist. The few reviews so far emphasize emotional security and exceptional teacher-student relationships without reporting any specific operational negatives.
- Address
- 25 Valley Drive, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 861-6549
Pat-A-Cake Playschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff led by Director Dorothy Heneghan. Parents highlight strong child development, meaningful teacher-child relationships, enriching activities, and a focus on social-emotional learning alongside academics. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend daily.
- Address
- 40 Gold St, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 531-6550
Reviews are predominantly positive, with members praising the Olympic-sized pool as the standout feature. Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and dedicated. The facility is noted as older but well-maintained and clean with ongoing improvements.
- Address
- 25 Mead Ave, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 869-3381
One parent highlights the program's flexible, reliable hours and engaging enrichment activities like swimming and yoga, noting that staff members are welcoming and effectively manage the classroom. A second review confirms the facility offers state-of-the-art amenities and a variety of educational options, including full and half-day preschool and after-school care.
- Address
- 2 St Roch Avenue, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 869-3381
Parents give mostly positive ratings, with several 5-star reviews praising the facility. However, some reviews appear unrelated to daycare services and mention parking as a concern.
- Address
- 289 Delavan Ave, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 622-7792
Feedback for this center is mixed, with some parents praising the warm, family-like atmosphere and competent administration, while others report a depressing environment, inexperienced staff, and poor leadership. One parent highlights specific staff members as exceptional, whereas others cite high teacher turnover and unaccommodating policies that negatively impacted their experience.
- Address
- 22 Bridge St, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 629-2822
- Address
- 449 Pemberwick Rd, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 532-1190
YWCA Child Care Center in Greenwich receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the strong preschool and toddler programs, welcoming director, and friendly staff. The facility is noted for cleanliness and good student-teacher ratios. Two negative reviews cite poor customer service and general dissatisfaction without detail.
- Address
- 259 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 869-6501
- Address
- 2 Armstrong Ct, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 869-2730
- Address
- 8 Armstrong Ct, Greenwich, CT
- Phone
- (203) 552-0633
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- 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
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