Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stratford, CT

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stratford

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

   Stratford United Methodist Preschool

   4.58 score

   4.9(9)

   2600 Main Street, Stratford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

   Parents praise the daycare staff for amazing attention to security, safety, and health of children, noting it compares favorably to other daycares. The facility is described as lovely with friendly, welcoming people in a pleasant church community setting.

   Excellent staffstrong security and safety practiceshealth-consciousfriendly atmosphere
2. 2

   Abcd At The Church Of The Holy Name Of Jesus

   4.54 score

   4.7(17)

   1950 Barnum Avenue, Stratford, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 141 children

   Parents praise the daycare and church community highly. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality of care, and strong sense of community among parishioners. The facility and staff, particularly the priest and Mrs. Maryjean, receive consistent positive feedback.

   Great daycare qualitywelcoming communitybeautiful facilitysupportive staff
3. 3

   Creative Starts Learning Center - California Street

   4.43 score

   4.7(8)

   61 California St, Stratford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

   Creative Starts Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a nurturing, educational environment where children thrive. Parents highlight the attentive, welcoming staff, strong leadership, and commitment to quality care evidenced by NAEYC accreditation. Children are reported to love attending and show measurable learning progress.

   NAEYC certifiedattentive and welcoming staffsupportive management (Marta and Janell)daily updates and photos via Brightwheles
4. 4

   K-6 After School Enrichment Program

   4.4 score

   4.5(20)

   19 Bates Street, Stratford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children

   Parents praise the K-6 After School Enrichment Program as a well-maintained facility with friendly, helpful staff and a vibrant environment for children. The center appears to serve multiple community functions beyond daycare, including food pantry services and health clinics. One parent expressed concerns about staff behavior regarding vehicle tracking.

   Friendly and helpful staffclean facilityvibrant environment for childrengood people working there
5. 5

   Abcd @ South End Community Center

   4.4 score

   4.5(20)

   19 Bates St, Stratford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

   ABCD @ South End Community Center receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and supportive environment for children's growth. The facility is valued as a community resource offering multiple services beyond daycare.

   friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiessupportive environment for childrengood for families' needs
6. 6

   Abc Child Care Center

   4.24 score

   4.3(20)

   2740 Broadbridge Ave, Stratford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

   ABC Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and clean facilities with excellent outdoor play spaces. Communication through daily photos and videos, along with responsive teacher engagement, are frequently mentioned as standout features.

   Caring and loving staffwarm environmentstrong early literacy and math instructionclean and well-maintained facilities
7. 7

   Grace Lutheran Church Nursery School

   4 score

   4(5)

   150 Chapel Street, Stratford, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 56 children

   Grace Lutheran Church Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, strong curriculum, and developmental support. However, one parent reported significant concerns about unprofessional communication, complaint handling, and staff conduct.

   Kind and communicative teacherssupportive directorsstrong language and academic developmentassistance with potty training
8. 8

   Honey Bear Learning Center

   3.92 score

   3.9(20)

   1498 North Avenue, Stratford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

   Parents consistently praise Honey Bear Learning Center for its warm, family-oriented atmosphere and highly dedicated staff. The center is noted for strong child development outcomes, excellent communication, secure facilities, and director Ms. Cathie's willingness to work with families on affordability. Multiple long-term families and multi-generational enrollments indicate sustained parent satisfaction.

   Caring and professional staffchild development and behavioral improvementsdaily communication and photo updates via appsecure facility with fingerprint entry
9. 9

   Creative Starts Learning Center

   3.89 score

   3.8(6)

   2189 Barnum Ave, Stratford, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

   Creative Starts Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the small, intimate setting where staff know families by name. Parents highlight the center's focus on educational activities and child development rather than passive entertainment, along with the accommodating and caring approach of the teachers and owner. The center is noted for supporting children with disabilities and maintaining a clean, professional environment.

   Small class sizespersonalized attentioneducational focusdevelopmental activities

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