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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in New London, CT

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in New London. Average rating: 4.29/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

New London, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.29/5
Parent reviews
26
Top rated (4.5+)
4

New London has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 26 parent reviews averaging 4.29/5.The largest concentration is in 06320 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in New London

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in New London, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
7 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

New London zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0632010
4.29
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in New London (20–178 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New London based on parent reviews

Children'S Learning Center At Mitchell College

5(1)

701 Montauk Ave, New London, CT

One parent reports that their daughter enjoys attending and expresses satisfaction with the curriculum and outdoor activities. The feedback highlights positive engagement with the educational program and nature-based learning.

curriculumoutdoor lifechild enjoyment

Connecticut College Children'S Program

5

75 Nameaug Avenue,Holmes Hall, New London, CT

New London Day Nursery

5

7 Vauxhall St, New London, CT

The Center: Drop-In Community Lrng & Resource Ctr

3(2)

76 Federal St, New London, CT

Billings P Learned Mission

3(3)

40 Shaw St, New London, CT

Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent recalling positive past experiences while others report severe safety failures. Several parents allege that staff ignored or retaliated against reports of physical aggression and inappropriate touching involving other students. One review additionally describes the program as an unprofessional 'joke' with limited educational value.

amazing stafffeeling cared forsafe environment (from a former attendee's perspective)

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Daycare types in New London

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in New London, Connecticut

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in New London, Connecticut, making up 70% of the 10 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 New London have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in New London, 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 New London

Showing 7 results

Connecticut College Children'S Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
75 Nameaug Avenue,Holmes Hall, New London, CT
Phone
(860) 439-2920
New London Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7 Vauxhall St, New London, CT
Phone
(860) 442-2797
Children'S Learning Center At Mitchell College
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their daughter enjoys attending and expresses satisfaction with the curriculum and outdoor activities. The feedback highlights positive engagement with the educational program and nature-based learning.

curriculumoutdoor lifechild enjoyment
Address
701 Montauk Ave, New London, CT
Phone
(860) 629-6109
Billings P Learned Mission
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent recalling positive past experiences while others report severe safety failures. Several parents allege that staff ignored or retaliated against reports of physical aggression and inappropriate touching involving other students. One review additionally describes the program as an unprofessional 'joke' with limited educational value.

amazing stafffeeling cared forsafe environment (from a former attendee's perspective)
Address
40 Shaw St, New London, CT
Phone
(860) 442-1798
The Center: Drop-In Community Lrng & Resource Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
76 Federal St, New London, CT
Phone
(860) 442-4466
Child Works Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3 Garvin St, New London, CT
Phone
(860) 443-4462
Carelot Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

CARELOT CHILDRENS CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff who provide structured learning activities and genuine attention to children's development and well-being. Children are reported to be enthusiastic about attending and show measurable growth socially and academically.

friendly and caring staffstructured learning activitieschildren excited to attend
Address
50 Mercer St, New London, CT
Phone
(860) 383-9212

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in New London, Connecticut, out of 10 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 New London have an average Google rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in New London, 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
New London offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 New London for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New London 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.