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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in North Branford, CT

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in North Branford. Average rating: 4.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

North Branford, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.78/5
Parent reviews
18
Top rated (4.5+)
3

North Branford offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.78/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 06471 zip code, averaging 4.78 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in North Branford

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
    Twin Lake Children'S Center
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    999 Foxon Road- Rte 80, North Branford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Twin Lake Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, attentive staff and strong communication through daily updates and an app-based system. Parents highlight the center's engaging activities, safe environment, and the visible happiness and excitement their children show at drop-off. The director and staff, particularly noted for going above and beyond, create a caring learning environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool.

    Nurturing and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsapp-based daily updates with photosengaging activities (arts and crafts

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in North Branford

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

North Branford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
064715
4.78
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in North Branford (24–121 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in North Branford based on parent reviews

Twin Lake Children'S Center

5(7)

999 Foxon Road- Rte 80, North Branford, CT

Twin Lake Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, attentive staff and strong communication through daily updates and an app-based system. Parents highlight the center's engaging activities, safe environment, and the visible happiness and excitement their children show at drop-off. The director and staff, particularly noted for going above and beyond, create a caring learning environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool.

Nurturing and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsapp-based daily updates with photos

Wee Care Of North Branford

5(3)

1680 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT

Parents describe Wee Care of North Branford as a welcoming, family-like environment where children are happy and engaged in learning. Reviewers highlight the helpful staff and reasonable pricing, noting that outdoor play is a key feature of the program. The few reviews so far mention that the center is a popular choice for families seeking a positive childcare experience.

happy childrenwelcoming and helpful staffreasonable pricing

Bright & Early Children'S Learning Centers II

4.7(4)

274 Branford Rd, North Branford, CT

Parents highlight the center's engaging curriculum, secure environment, and transparent communication through daily photo updates and a dedicated app. Reviewers note that staff are professional and accommodating, significantly easing the transition back to work and fostering child happiness.

daily photo updatesTadpoles app for tracking careexcellent security with key fobs and video monitoring

North Branford Child Care

4.4(4)

605 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT

Several parents highlight the center's loving staff, comfortable environment, and engaging activities like personalized celebrations, while one review cites serious safety concerns regarding unsupervised biting incidents and unresponsive management.

caring and dedicated teacherscomfortable atmosphereengaging activities including graduation celebrations

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Child Daycare & Preschools in North Branford, Connecticut

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in North Branford, Connecticut. 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 North Branford have an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.78 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in North Branford, 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 North Branford

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Wee Care Of North Branford
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Wee Care of North Branford as a welcoming, family-like environment where children are happy and engaged in learning. Reviewers highlight the helpful staff and reasonable pricing, noting that outdoor play is a key feature of the program. The few reviews so far mention that the center is a popular choice for families seeking a positive childcare experience.

happy childrenwelcoming and helpful staffreasonable pricing
Address
1680 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT
Phone
(203) 481-3909
Twin Lake Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Twin Lake Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, attentive staff and strong communication through daily updates and an app-based system. Parents highlight the center's engaging activities, safe environment, and the visible happiness and excitement their children show at drop-off. The director and staff, particularly noted for going above and beyond, create a caring learning environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool.

Nurturing and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsapp-based daily updates with photos
Address
999 Foxon Road- Rte 80, North Branford, CT
Phone
(203) 484-2800
Bright & Early Children'S Learning Centers II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents highlight the center's engaging curriculum, secure environment, and transparent communication through daily photo updates and a dedicated app. Reviewers note that staff are professional and accommodating, significantly easing the transition back to work and fostering child happiness.

daily photo updatesTadpoles app for tracking careexcellent security with key fobs and video monitoring
Address
274 Branford Rd, North Branford, CT
Phone
(203) 483-9000
North Branford Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Several parents highlight the center's loving staff, comfortable environment, and engaging activities like personalized celebrations, while one review cites serious safety concerns regarding unsupervised biting incidents and unresponsive management.

caring and dedicated teacherscomfortable atmosphereengaging activities including graduation celebrations
Address
605 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT
Phone
(203) 484-3344
Nursery On Notch Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
320 Notch Hill Road, North Branford, CT
Phone
(203) 481-0240

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in North Branford, Connecticut. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in North Branford have an average Google rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in North Branford, 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
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 North Branford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in North Branford 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.