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1,138 Child Daycare & Preschools in Connecticut

Browse 1,138 child daycare & preschools across Connecticut. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Connecticut

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Connecticut can make the decision-making process smoother.

Connecticut has about 1,361 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Connecticut. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Connecticut

There are 1,361 daycares in Connecticut: 32 headstart facilities, 106 before/after school centers, 85 religious facility daycares, and 1,138 childcare and preschool centers.

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Joni'S Childcare And Preschool Of Hartford
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Joni's Childcare and Preschool for its caring, professional staff and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Children reportedly feel comfortable, happy, and show significant academic and social growth in a nurturing environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-term satisfaction with the facility.

Caring and professional staffdaily communication via app and pickup reportsstrong child development and learning emphasis
Address
1 State St, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 549-2422
The Goddard School - Danbury
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Goddard School - Danbury receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and experienced staff, engaging curriculum, clean facilities, and family-like atmosphere that promotes children's development and learning. Parents report high satisfaction with communication, security, and their children's enthusiasm about attending.

Caring and experienced teaching staffAge-appropriate and comprehensive curriculumClean and organized facilities
Address
39 Old Ridgebury Rd, Danbury, CT
Phone
(203) 628-2000
Children'S Village
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Children's Village is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Wolcott, Connecticut, with consistently excellent reviews praising the caring and professional staff. Parents highlight the warm, safe, nurturing environment, strong communication, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple reviews mention children's developmental growth and daily engagement with activities and outdoor play.

caring and supportive staffwell-organized facilityclear communication
Address
545 Bound Line Rd, Wolcott, CT
Phone
(203) 879-5300
1-2-3 Grow With Me
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
227 Horsepond Road, Madison, CT
Phone
(203) 245-9757
Morning Glory Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1859 Chapel St, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 389-4148
Discovery Daycare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
225 Meloy Rd, West Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 931-7750
Bunny Village Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Bunny Village Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and individualized attention to children. One parent reported a serious concern about inadequate supervision and communication regarding repeated incidents of a child being bitten, resulting in their child being asked to leave while the other child remained enrolled.

Caring and exceptional teachersclean and well-organized facilitystrong emergency response procedures
Address
41 Village Lane, Bethany, CT
Phone
(203) 393-7378
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Milford for exceptional staff care, strong teacher-child relationships, and developmental support. The facility is clean and well-organized, with included meals, formula, diapers, and wipes. Parents report their children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically, with staff who treat children like family members.

Caring and attentive teacherspersonalized attention to each childstrong developmental progress
Address
470 Bridgeport Ave, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 876-1555
Cheshire Community Ymca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Cheshire Community YMCA Child Care Center for its small, uncrowded environment and caring staff. The facility receives high marks for cleanliness, kindness of employees, and quality pre-K programming. Parents appreciate the ability to use gym facilities while their children are in care.

Small size with low crowdingkind and nurturing staffclean facility
Address
967 S Main St, Cheshire, CT
Phone
(203) 272-3150
Cdi Head Start - Locust Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents generally praise CDI Head Start - Locust Center as a great place for children with caring and helpful staff. However, one parent raised concerns about potential bias toward minorities and young mothers, and questioned whether their child was learning adequately. Most reviews are positive with little substantive detail provided.

caring staffhelpful staffchildren enjoy attending
Address
261 Locust St, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 498-4346
Women'S League Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Women's League Child Development Center for its dedicated, caring staff and supportive, family-oriented environment. Children show cognitive development and engagement, with parents noting their kids thrive academically and socially. The center is highlighted as affordable and convenient for working families.

Caring and dedicated staffchild cognitive developmentengaging activities
Address
1695 Main Street, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 524-5969
Wallingford Ymca Highland School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Wallingford YMCA Highland School for its excellent facilities, friendly and welcoming staff, and comprehensive amenities including two pools, fitness centers, and recreational courts. All reviews are highly positive, with particular appreciation for cleanliness, early/late hours, and quality programs for families with children.

Excellent facilities and amenitiesfriendly and helpful staffclean and well-maintained
Address
200 Highland Avenue, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 265-7777
This Is The Way- Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This Is The Way Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the bilingual curriculum, caring staff, and nurturing environment. However, one negative review details serious hygiene and communication failures with bottle cleaning and app updates. Most families report their children thriving academically and emotionally at the center.

Bilingual Spanish learning programwarm and caring staffstrong parent communication
Address
18 Shaker Road, Enfield, CT
Phone
(860) 253-0010
Wallingford Family Ymca E C Stevens School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise the Wallingford Family YMCA as an excellent facility with friendly staff, clean premises, and comprehensive amenities. The center is noted for its two pools, fitness rooms, and strong community programs, making it a top choice for families with children.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitiestwo pools with varying temperatures and depths
Address
18 Kondracki Ln, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 949-1511
Wallingford Ymca Cook Hill School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Wallingford YMCA Cook Hill School receives consistently high praise from members. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, excellent amenities including two pools and fitness facilities, and strong community programs. The center is noted as particularly family-friendly with comprehensive recreational and wellness offerings.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffearly and late hours
Address
57 Hall Rd, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 284-1171
Centro San Jose Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
290 Grand Avenue, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 777-5068
Wallingford Family Ymca- Rock Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Wallingford Family YMCA as an excellent facility with friendly and helpful staff. The center is noted for its clean facilities, extended hours, and comprehensive amenities including dual pools, fitness rooms, and recreational courts. Members consistently highlight the quality of programs and welcoming community atmosphere.

Extended hoursexcellent pools (lap and fitness)clean facilities
Address
911 Durham Road, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 284-1562
Wallingford Ymca Mary G Fritz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Wallingford YMCA Mary G Fritz facility for its excellent amenities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The center offers two pools, fitness facilities, and comprehensive programming suitable for families with young children. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and highlighted the quality of services and community commitment.

Early and late hourstwo pools (lap and fitness)well-maintained facilities
Address
415 Church St, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 294-9733
St Andrew'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1230 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 469-9000
Wolcott View Manor Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
50 Beach Rd, Wolcott, CT
Phone
(203) 879-8066
Wallingford Ymca Parker Farms School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Wallingford YMCA Parker Farms School as an excellent facility with friendly, welcoming staff and well-maintained amenities. The center offers extensive recreational facilities including multiple pools, fitness rooms, and sports courts, making it ideal for families with children. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting cleanliness, quality programs, and community value.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesexcellent pools (lap and fitness)
Address
30 Parker Farms Rd, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 949-1501
Holly Pond School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Darien YMCA's daycare and broader facility offerings. Reviews highlight excellent staff, clean facilities, quality swimming instruction, and strong community atmosphere. The center is recommended for its comprehensive youth programs and family-friendly environment.

Friendly and professional staffclean facilitiesquality swim instruction and improvement
Address
2420 Post Road, Darien, CT
Phone
(203) 655-8228
Wallingford Family Ymca Learning Community
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Wallingford Family YMCA Learning Community receives consistently high praise from members for its comprehensive facilities and welcoming staff. Parents and members highlight the excellent pools, fitness equipment, cleanliness, and community programs. The facility offers multiple locations with reciprocal membership benefits and serves families of all ages.

Early and late hoursmultiple pools (lap and fitness)well-maintained facilities
Address
112 Rosemary Ln, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 697-2723
Rotary/Ymca Teen Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Wallingford YMCA/Rotary Teen Center as an excellent family facility with outstanding amenities and friendly staff. The center features multiple pools, fitness facilities, courts, and programs, with consistently clean facilities and extended hours. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings, highlighting the quality of staff, cleanliness, and comprehensive recreational offerings.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitiesexcellent pools (lap and fitness)
Address
55 South Elm Street, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 284-7448
Plainville Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
130 W Main St, Plainville, CT
Phone
(860) 747-3321
Lindsey'S House Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Lindsey's House Early Learning Center in Bridgeport receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the staff's professionalism, communication, and dedication to child development across infants, toddlers, and school-age children. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and note their children are happy and excited to attend.

Professional and responsive staffexcellent communication with parentschild developmental progress in academics and social skills
Address
625 North Ave, Bridgeport, CT
Phone
(203) 296-3106
Educational Playcare - Oxford
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

BrightPath Oxford receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, family-like environment with attentive staff and enriching curriculum. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, particularly noting the center's effectiveness with children with special needs. The center is commended for strong communication, diverse activities, and leadership that is accessible and knowledgeable.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication through daily updates and messagingdirector and administrators who know children by name
Address
290 Main St, Oxford, CT
Phone
(203) 463-4144
The Children'S Clubhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Children's Clubhouse receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and child-centered approach. Directors Michelle and Lori are noted as approachable and responsive, while the facility emphasizes outdoor play, nature exploration, and developmentally appropriate activities. Multiple parents report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and remained emotionally connected to the facility.

caring and passionate staffexperienced teachers with long tenureresponsive directors
Address
1 Salmon Brook St, Granby, CT
Phone
(860) 653-0011
Precious Memories Preschool Of Sandy Hollow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Precious Memories Preschool of Sandy Hollow receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (9 five-star and 1 two-star rating) with parents praising the staff's attentiveness, personalized care, educational curriculum, and strong communication. However, one parent criticized the toddler room for being cramped with limited toys, play spaces, and outdoor facilities.

Warm and friendly staffpersonalized attention to each childclean facilities
Address
195 Sandy Hollow Road, Mystic, CT
Phone
(860) 572-3955
Wallingford Ymca Pondhill School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise the Wallingford YMCA Pondhill School for its excellent facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The center offers extensive amenities including multiple pools, fitness areas, and recreational courts suitable for families with children of all ages.

Early and late hoursbeautiful lap poolwarm fitness pool
Address
299 Pond Hill Road, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 265-7776

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,138 child daycare & preschools daycares across Connecticut. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Connecticut are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Connecticut's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Connecticut, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Connecticut sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Connecticut vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.