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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Old Lyme, CT

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Old Lyme. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Old Lyme, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Old Lyme offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Old Lyme

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
    Old Lyme Children'S Learning Center
    3.88 score
    3.8(8)

    57 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Old Lyme Children's Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Six parents gave 5-star ratings praising the nurturing environment, effective communication through apps, clean facilities, and quality staff. Two parents gave 1-star ratings citing staff misconduct, poor child care practices, and lack of responsiveness to concerns.

    Nurturing and supportive environmenteffective parent communication app with photo updatesclean facilitiescaring and attentive staff
  2. 2
    Old Lyme Children'S Learning Ctr- School Age Prog
    3.88 score
    3.8(8)

    49 Lyme St, Old Lyme, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    Old Lyme Children's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for staff care, communication, cleanliness, and educational programs. However, two negative reviews report concerns about staff behavior, lack of emotional support for children, and inadequate food/beverage handling.

    Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication via appclean facilitystrong educational programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Old Lyme

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
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3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Old Lyme (39–46 children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Old Lyme based on parent reviews

Old Lyme Children'S Learning Center

3.8(8)

57 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT

Old Lyme Children's Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Six parents gave 5-star ratings praising the nurturing environment, effective communication through apps, clean facilities, and quality staff. Two parents gave 1-star ratings citing staff misconduct, poor child care practices, and lack of responsiveness to concerns.

Nurturing and supportive environmenteffective parent communication app with photo updatesclean facilities

Old Lyme Children'S Learning Ctr- School Age Prog

3.8(8)

49 Lyme St, Old Lyme, CT

Old Lyme Children's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for staff care, communication, cleanliness, and educational programs. However, two negative reviews report concerns about staff behavior, lack of emotional support for children, and inadequate food/beverage handling.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication via appclean facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Old Lyme, Connecticut

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.8 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme

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Old Lyme Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Old Lyme Children's Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Six parents gave 5-star ratings praising the nurturing environment, effective communication through apps, clean facilities, and quality staff. Two parents gave 1-star ratings citing staff misconduct, poor child care practices, and lack of responsiveness to concerns.

Nurturing and supportive environmenteffective parent communication app with photo updatesclean facilities
Address
57 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT
Phone
(860) 434-1728
Old Lyme Children'S Learning Ctr- School Age Prog
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Old Lyme Children's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for staff care, communication, cleanliness, and educational programs. However, two negative reviews report concerns about staff behavior, lack of emotional support for children, and inadequate food/beverage handling.

Caring and nurturing staffexcellent communication via appclean facility
Address
49 Lyme St, Old Lyme, CT
Phone
(860) 304-1305

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Old Lyme, Connecticut. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Old Lyme have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Old Lyme 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.