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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Storrs, CT

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Storrs. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Storrs, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Storrs has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 23 parent reviews averaging 4.9/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Storrs

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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    Educational Playcare - Storrs
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    28 Wilbur Cross Way, Storrs, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 187 children

    Parents consistently praise BrightPath for exceptional care, engaged staff, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily, and parents report feeling secure and well-informed through regular communication and photo updates. The facility is described as clean, organized, and family-oriented with strong emphasis on individual attention.

    Caring and engaged staffwarm and nurturing environmentdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumstrong infant program

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Storrs

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Storrs, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Storrs (36–187 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Storrs based on parent reviews

Educational Playcare - Storrs

4.8(20)

28 Wilbur Cross Way, Storrs, CT

Parents consistently praise BrightPath for exceptional care, engaged staff, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily, and parents report feeling secure and well-informed through regular communication and photo updates. The facility is described as clean, organized, and family-oriented with strong emphasis on individual attention.

Caring and engaged staffwarm and nurturing environmentdevelopmentally appropriate curriculum

Community Children'S Center

5(3)

797 Mansfield City Road, Storrs, CT

Reviewers highlight the center's commitment to outdoor education, noting daily two-hour outdoor play regardless of weather and access to features like hiking trails and a mud kitchen. Parents appreciate the small class sizes with low child-to-teacher ratios, which contribute to a calm environment where children thrive and form strong emotional bonds with staff.

daily outdoor play in all weathernature-based curriculumhiking trails

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Daycare types in Storrs

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Storrs, Connecticut

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Storrs, Connecticut, making up 67% of the 3 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Storrs have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Storrs, 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 Storrs

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Community Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers highlight the center's commitment to outdoor education, noting daily two-hour outdoor play regardless of weather and access to features like hiking trails and a mud kitchen. Parents appreciate the small class sizes with low child-to-teacher ratios, which contribute to a calm environment where children thrive and form strong emotional bonds with staff.

daily outdoor play in all weathernature-based curriculumhiking trails
Address
797 Mansfield City Road, Storrs, CT
Phone
(860) 456-7171
Educational Playcare - Storrs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise BrightPath for exceptional care, engaged staff, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily, and parents report feeling secure and well-informed through regular communication and photo updates. The facility is described as clean, organized, and family-oriented with strong emphasis on individual attention.

Caring and engaged staffwarm and nurturing environmentdevelopmentally appropriate curriculum
Address
28 Wilbur Cross Way, Storrs, CT
Phone
(860) 477-1244

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Storrs, Connecticut, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Storrs have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Storrs, 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
Storrs offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 Storrs for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Storrs 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.