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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Northford, CT

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Northford. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Northford, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Northford offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Northford

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
    Northford Preschool Academy
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    1355 Middletown Ave, Northford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Northford Preschool Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, play-based curriculum and passionate staff led by Jaime. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, including kindergarten readiness and early literacy skills, along with excellent communication and safety practices. Families report children are excited to attend and feel the school functions as an extended family and community.

    Passionate and caring staffplay-based curriculumenriching activities (musicart
  2. 2
    Twin Lake Children'S Center
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    5 Ardsley Ave, Northford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

    Twin Lake Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily updates and an app, engaging activities, and smooth transitions even for very young infants. The center is described as well-managed, safe, and conducive to children's development and happiness.

    Caring and nurturing teachersexcellent communication with parentsdaily photo updates and detailed recapsengaging activities (arts and crafts

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Northford

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Northford (20–37 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Northford based on parent reviews

Northford Preschool Academy

5(10)

1355 Middletown Ave, Northford, CT

Northford Preschool Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, play-based curriculum and passionate staff led by Jaime. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, including kindergarten readiness and early literacy skills, along with excellent communication and safety practices. Families report children are excited to attend and feel the school functions as an extended family and community.

Passionate and caring staffplay-based curriculumenriching activities (music

Twin Lake Children'S Center

5(7)

5 Ardsley Ave, Northford, CT

Twin Lake Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily updates and an app, engaging activities, and smooth transitions even for very young infants. The center is described as well-managed, safe, and conducive to children's development and happiness.

Caring and nurturing teachersexcellent communication with parentsdaily photo updates and detailed recaps

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Northford, Connecticut

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Northford, 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 Northford have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Northford, 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 Northford

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Twin Lake Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Twin Lake Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily updates and an app, engaging activities, and smooth transitions even for very young infants. The center is described as well-managed, safe, and conducive to children's development and happiness.

Caring and nurturing teachersexcellent communication with parentsdaily photo updates and detailed recaps
Address
5 Ardsley Ave, Northford, CT
Phone
(203) 484-6700
Northford Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Northford Preschool Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, play-based curriculum and passionate staff led by Jaime. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, including kindergarten readiness and early literacy skills, along with excellent communication and safety practices. Families report children are excited to attend and feel the school functions as an extended family and community.

Passionate and caring staffplay-based curriculumenriching activities (music
Address
1355 Middletown Ave, Northford, CT
Phone
(203) 208-1306

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Northford, Connecticut. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Northford have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Northford, 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 Northford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Northford 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.