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1 Child Daycare & Preschools in Stafford, Connecticut

Browse all 1 child daycare & preschools in Stafford, Connecticut. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stafford

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.

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    Red Balloon
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    7 Park Street, Stafford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Red Balloon Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's supportiveness, clear communication, and play-based learning approach. However, a couple of negative reviews cite concerns about staff supervision, bullying incidents, and perceived lack of compassion. Overall experiences vary significantly between families.

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Highest rated daycares in Stafford based on parent reviews

Red Balloon

4.1(5)

7 Park Street, Stafford, CT

Red Balloon Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's supportiveness, clear communication, and play-based learning approach. However, a couple of negative reviews cite concerns about staff supervision, bullying incidents, and perceived lack of compassion. Overall experiences vary significantly between families.

supportive and compassionate staffclear communicationplay-based learning model

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Stafford, Connecticut

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Stafford, Connecticut. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Stafford, 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 Stafford

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Red Balloon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Red Balloon Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's supportiveness, clear communication, and play-based learning approach. However, a couple of negative reviews cite concerns about staff supervision, bullying incidents, and perceived lack of compassion. Overall experiences vary significantly between families.

supportive and compassionate staffclear communicationplay-based learning model
Address
7 Park Street, Stafford, CT
Phone
(860) 684-6985

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stafford, Connecticut. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Stafford, 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 Stafford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stafford 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.