42 Child Daycare & Preschools in Stamford, Connecticut
Browse all 42 child daycare & preschools in Stamford, Connecticut. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stamford
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.
- 1Shiny Little Stars4.72 score4.9(20)
2510 Bedford St, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Shiny Little Stars receives consistently excellent reviews from parents whose children have attended for 1-3+ years. Parents praise the warm, family-like environment, attentive and low-turnover staff, strong developmental support, and excellent communication through daily photos and updates.
Caring and attentive staffstrong curriculum with hands-on learning activitieslow teacher turnoverconsistent and kind owners (Ms. Lumi and Ms. Magda) - 2All About Kids4.72 score4.9(20)
115 Waterbury Ave, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children
All About Kids in Stamford receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative teaching staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the center's flexibility with backup care, strong child development support, and excellent daily communication. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and feel the center provides a second home experience.
Caring and attentive staffCreative and enriching curriculumChild development support (socialemotional - 3First United Methodist Nursery School4.71 score5(12)
42 Cross Road, Stamford, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 85 children
Parents consistently praise First United Methodist Nursery School for its nurturing, play-based learning environment and deeply caring staff. Children are described as happy, well-behaved, and emotionally supported while developing social skills and academic knowledge. Families express high satisfaction and often enroll multiple children or recommend the program to others.
Caring and patient teachersplay-based learning approachstrong teacher-to-student ratiosafe and welcoming environment - 4Long Ridge Child Development Center4.64 score5(9)
778 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 134 children
Long Ridge Child Development Center (Bright Horizons) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the attentive, knowledgeable staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight the curriculum quality, developmental support from infancy through preschool, strong communication via app and regular updates, and effective COVID protocols. Families report their children flourish emotionally and academically while building friendships.
Attentive and knowledgeable staffbeautiful and spacious facilitiesstrong cleanliness and health protocolsSTEAM curriculum - 5Grace Daycare And Learning Center4.56 score4.7(20)
369 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Grace Daycare and Learning Center in Stamford receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing staff, strong developmental outcomes, and engaging learning environment that help children thrive and feel at home.
Caring and professional staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong developmental progresslive camera access - 6Edgewood Academy4.55 score5(6)
18 Edgewood Ave, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children
Parents consistently praise Edgewood Academy as an exceptional, warm, and nurturing center that fosters children's social, emotional, and educational development. Staff are described as attentive, caring, and collaborative with parents. The facility features a beautiful outdoor setting with nature exposure and maintains high cleanliness standards.
Attentive and caring staffwarm and welcoming environmentoutdoor space and nature exposureindividualized attention and communication with parents - 7Play To Learn Childcare4.53 score4.8(10)
20 Forest St, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Play to Learn Childcare in Stamford receives nearly universal praise for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, developmental progress in their children, and positive leadership from director Isa and staff member Francheska. One parent reported concerns about staff qualifications and inappropriate content shown to children.
caring and attentive staffstrong parent-child communicationflexible and - 8Art- Nature & Me @ Stamford Museum & Nature Ctr4.48 score4.6(20)
39 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Parents praise this nature center as an exceptional destination for families, highlighting beautiful grounds, diverse animal encounters, and extensive activities including planetarium shows, trails, and art galleries. Visitors consistently recommend spending 2-3 hours exploring and note that membership is worthwhile. The facility is commended for well-cared-for animals and engaging experiences for both children and adults.
Beautiful grounds and locationdiverse anim - 9Jcc Child Care Programs4.48 score4.6(20)
1035 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 213 children
JCC Child Care Programs in Stamford is highly rated by parents who praise its clean facilities, caring staff, and comprehensive swim instruction program. Families appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and the wide range of activities available for children and adults alike. Parents report feeling confident in the safety and quality of care provided.
Excellent swim classes and instructionclean facilitiescaring and well-trained staffwelcoming community - 10Union Memorial Preschool4.32 score4.5(9)
58 Church Street, Stamford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children
Union Memorial Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, knowledgeable teachers and play-based curriculum that supports children's academic, social, and emotional development. Parents report their children show significant improvement in vocabulary, social skills, and love attending school. One parent raised concerns about deposit refund policies.
Warm and caring teachersstrong curriculum (British Early Years Foundation Stage)play-based learning approachencourages curiosity and love of learning
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Highest rated daycares in Stamford based on parent reviews
Shiny Little Stars
2510 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Shiny Little Stars receives consistently excellent reviews from parents whose children have attended for 1-3+ years. Parents praise the warm, family-like environment, attentive and low-turnover staff, strong developmental support, and excellent communication through daily photos and updates.
All About Kids
115 Waterbury Ave, Stamford, CT
All About Kids in Stamford receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative teaching staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the center's flexibility with backup care, strong child development support, and excellent daily communication. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and feel the center provides a second home experience.
Long Ridge Child Development Center
778 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT
Long Ridge Child Development Center (Bright Horizons) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the attentive, knowledgeable staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight the curriculum quality, developmental support from infancy through preschool, strong communication via app and regular updates, and effective COVID protocols. Families report their children flourish emotionally and academically while building friendships.
Grace Daycare And Learning Center
369 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT
Grace Daycare and Learning Center in Stamford receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing staff, strong developmental outcomes, and engaging learning environment that help children thrive and feel at home.
Edgewood Academy
18 Edgewood Ave, Stamford, CT
Parents consistently praise Edgewood Academy as an exceptional, warm, and nurturing center that fosters children's social, emotional, and educational development. Staff are described as attentive, caring, and collaborative with parents. The facility features a beautiful outdoor setting with nature exposure and maintains high cleanliness standards.
Play To Learn Childcare
20 Forest St, Stamford, CT
Play to Learn Childcare in Stamford receives nearly universal praise for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, developmental progress in their children, and positive leadership from director Isa and staff member Francheska. One parent reported concerns about staff qualifications and inappropriate content shown to children.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Stamford, Connecticut
There are 42 child daycare & preschools in Stamford, Connecticut, making up 75% of the 56 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.
When choosing a daycare in Stamford, 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 Stamford
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- Address
- 133 B Connecticut Avenue, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 323-6617
Parents consistently praise Edgewood Academy as an exceptional, warm, and nurturing center that fosters children's social, emotional, and educational development. Staff are described as attentive, caring, and collaborative with parents. The facility features a beautiful outdoor setting with nature exposure and maintains high cleanliness standards.
- Address
- 18 Edgewood Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 359-8134
- Address
- 637 Newfield Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 890-9497
- Address
- 90 Maple Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 989-0090
- Address
- 111 W North St, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 561-7477
- Address
- 752 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 324-2223
- Address
- 1231 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 359-2220
- Address
- 117 Hope St, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 324-2449
- Address
- 1620 Newfield Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 322-6941 EXT 115
- Address
- 1114 Hope St, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 461-9566
- Address
- 635 Glenbrook Road, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 348-5531
Long Ridge Child Development Center (Bright Horizons) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the attentive, knowledgeable staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight the curriculum quality, developmental support from infancy through preschool, strong communication via app and regular updates, and effective COVID protocols. Families report their children flourish emotionally and academically while building friendships.
- Address
- 778 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 461-8653
- Address
- 535 Fairfield Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 569-7546
Shiny Little Stars receives consistently excellent reviews from parents whose children have attended for 1-3+ years. Parents praise the warm, family-like environment, attentive and low-turnover staff, strong developmental support, and excellent communication through daily photos and updates.
- Address
- 2510 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 569-9039
All About Kids in Stamford receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, creative teaching staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the center's flexibility with backup care, strong child development support, and excellent daily communication. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and feel the center provides a second home experience.
- Address
- 115 Waterbury Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 323-4569
Play to Learn Childcare in Stamford receives nearly universal praise for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, developmental progress in their children, and positive leadership from director Isa and staff member Francheska. One parent reported concerns about staff qualifications and inappropriate content shown to children.
- Address
- 20 Forest St, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 832-3519
Grace Daycare and Learning Center in Stamford receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing staff, strong developmental outcomes, and engaging learning environment that help children thrive and feel at home.
- Address
- 369 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 504-8523
Parents praise this nature center as an exceptional destination for families, highlighting beautiful grounds, diverse animal encounters, and extensive activities including planetarium shows, trails, and art galleries. Visitors consistently recommend spending 2-3 hours exploring and note that membership is worthwhile. The facility is commended for well-cared-for animals and engaging experiences for both children and adults.
- Address
- 39 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 977-6528
JCC Child Care Programs in Stamford is highly rated by parents who praise its clean facilities, caring staff, and comprehensive swim instruction program. Families appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and the wide range of activities available for children and adults alike. Parents report feeling confident in the safety and quality of care provided.
- Address
- 1035 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 322-7900
Union Memorial Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, knowledgeable teachers and play-based curriculum that supports children's academic, social, and emotional development. Parents report their children show significant improvement in vocabulary, social skills, and love attending school. One parent raised concerns about deposit refund policies.
- Address
- 58 Church Street, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 425-9858
- Address
- 1 Blachley Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 989-1900
Parents consistently praise Learning Center at Piper's Hill as an excellent non-profit daycare with caring, attentive teachers and a welcoming environment. The facility offers strong value with included meals, snacks, and diapers, along with enrichment activities and clear parent communication. All reviewers report satisfied children and positive experiences across multiple years of enrollment.
- Address
- 17 Roxbury Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 968-2468
CLC William Pitt receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise it as the best daycare in Stamford with great teachers, others report serious concerns about inconsistent security protocols, teacher conduct issues, and inadequate handling of children with behavioral challenges.
- Address
- 195 Hillandale Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 967-6960
- Address
- 29 Grove Street, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 353-1503
- Address
- 132 Glenbrook Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 357-7330
Baby Cottage receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, developmental focus, no-TV policy, and included supplies. Negative reviews cite behavioral management issues, staff treatment concerns, outdated communication systems, and safety incidents.
- Address
- 1109 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 329-7666
CLC Palmers Hill receives mixed reviews with strong praise for classroom teachers and activities, but significant criticism of administrative staff and communication. Parents report excellent experiences with individual teachers and child development, but frustration with billing, responsiveness, and staff professionalism at the administrative level.
- Address
- 64 Palmers Hill Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 323-5944
- Address
- 93 Lockwood Ave, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 653-4423
- Address
- 35 Crescent St, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 424-3187
Building Blocks Early Learning Center in Stamford receives universally positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, attentive teachers, safe learning environment, and strong school readiness preparation. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness and emotional development at the center.
- Address
- 816 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT
- Phone
- (203) 569-5077
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Connecticut)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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