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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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The World Of Imaginations
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the staff as fabulous and notes that their children have attended since infancy. The reviewer highlights that the pricing is competitive, specifically stating it is lower than options found elsewhere.

friendly staffexperienced care for infantscompetitive pricing
Address
155 Hazard Avenue, Unit 20, Enfield, CT
Phone
(860) 741-8105
Metzner Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center's exceptional care, noting that teachers provided significant extra support to help their child succeed despite specific challenges. The reviewer expresses deep gratitude for the school's dedication and caring environment.

caring teachersextra help for children with challengessupportive environment
Address
680 Franklin Ave, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 757-0871
Tender Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Tender Care as a welcoming, family-like environment that facilitated a smooth transition for their child from 15 months to 3 years old. The reviewer highlights the professional and loving staff, noting their child's enjoyment of the program.

welcoming atmospherefamily-like feelsmooth transition for toddlers
Address
27 School Street, East Granby, CT
Phone
(860) 844-0440
Marian Heights Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
314 Osgood Avenue, New Britain, CT
Phone
(860) 827-3682
Hope Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

HOPE Child Care Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Staff are described as passionate, welcoming, and helpful, with strong emphasis on early childhood learning outcomes. Parents highlight academic progress, safe location, reasonable pricing, and positive communication.

Passionate and kind staffwelcoming environmentacademic learning progress (alphabet
Address
70 Whitney St, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 232-1872
Burlington Academy Of Learning- 10 Covey Road
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10 Covey Rd, Burlington, CT
Phone
(860) 675-3598
Bethany Lutheran Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the warm and loving atmosphere of the church environment, noting its suitability for young families and grandparents. Another review specifically praises the staff for effectively using verbal communication to manage the children.

warm atmosphereloving environmentgreat for families
Address
1655 Boulevard, West Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 521-8782
Carol Shocke Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe the program as a warm, nurturing community where children feel like they are at a second home. Reviewers highlight long-tenured, caring teachers who provide a play-based curriculum and age-appropriate learning experiences. Several parents note that the staff is supportive in managing specific health concerns and prepares children well for kindergarten.

warm and friendly atmospherecaring and attentive teachersmeaningful and age-appropriate learning
Address
14 Coleytown Rd, Westport, CT
Phone
(203) 227-1656
Greenwich Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a nurturing, loving environment with caring and professional teachers. Parents highlight strong academic preparation for kindergarten, secure facilities, Christian values integration, and excellent community engagement through parent events.

Caring and passionate teachersnurturing environmentsecure and well-designed campus
Address
10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT
Phone
(203) 813-3251
Gateway School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2 Chapel St, Greenwich, CT
Phone
(203) 531-8430
Bright Giggles Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the facility as clean, safe, and well-equipped with engaging activities that promote learning. Reviewers emphasize the caring, attentive, and professional nature of the staff, noting excellent communication and a nurturing environment where children thrive. One grandparent shares a multi-year positive experience with consistent care for multiple children, citing no issues since enrollment.

caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilityengaging learning activities
Address
2004 E Main St, Bridgeport, CT
Phone
(203) 685-7974
Samuels' Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent simply notes the Danbury location. No further details regarding services, staff, or environment are provided in the available feedback.

Danbury location
Address
10 Aaron B Samuels Blvd, Danbury, CT
Phone
(203) 748-5461
Twinkle Little Star Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Twinkle Little Star Day Care in Danbury receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Parents highlight the attentive and caring staff, strong communication, individual attention to each child, and commitment to community and family involvement. The facility is noted for continuous improvements and maintaining small class sizes with good teacher-to-student ratios.

Caring and attentive staffstrong parent communicationclean and well-maintained facility
Address
190 White St, Danbury, CT
Phone
(203) 205-7840
Greenwich Christian Preschool Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Greenwich Christian Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise its caring, nurturing environment and passionate teachers. Parents highlight the secure campus, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and supportive Christian emphasis alongside professional instruction.

caring and nurturing teacherssecure and safe campuswell-designed for toddlers
Address
10 Indian Rock Ln, Greenwich, CT
Phone
(203) 869-8199
Little Explorers Of Newtown
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Little Explorers as an excellent daycare with caring, professional staff and strong developmental programs. The center is noted for its personalized attention, well-designed curricula, low staff turnover, and effective parent communication. Multiple reviewers report feeling confident in their children's care and development.

Personalized attentioncombined infant/toddler rooms with developmental benefitsplay-based curricula with daily updates
Address
7 Berkshire Rd, Sandy Hook, CT
Phone
(203) 270-3490
Miss Merry Mac'S Educational Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's caring nature and ability to create a comfortable, trusting environment where children feel valued. Reviewers note that their children have learned significantly and look forward to attending daily, with one parent expressing satisfaction that the center is expanding to accommodate long-term enrollment.

caring staffcomfortable environmenthigh trust
Address
479 Merrow Rd, Tolland, CT
Phone
(860) 978-4571
Prince Of Peace Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe the center as a welcoming place for worship and community gatherings, highlighting a successful Easter celebration with an egg hunt and treats that children enjoyed. Feedback focuses on the positive atmosphere and inclusive nature of the church's events rather than specific educational outcomes.

Welcoming atmosphereengaging children's activities like egg huntscommunity spirit
Address
10 North River Road, Coventry, CT
Phone
(860) 742-7548
The World Of Imaginations II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports a highly positive five-year experience with staff, specifically highlighting a teacher named Miss April who provides exceptional care and support. The reviewer expresses strong loyalty, stating they would not take their children to any other facility.

long-term satisfactionexceptional teacher supportpersonalized care
Address
5 Magauran Dr, Stafford Springs, CT
Phone
(860) 684-2026
Village Green Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the program as wonderful with great staff, noting it is perfect for preschool enrollment or before- and after-school care needs. The review highlights a positive experience for families seeking childcare services.

wonderful programgreat staffsuitable for preschool enrollment
Address
15 Hartford Rd, Brooklyn, CT
Phone
(860) 774-3439
Twin Lake Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Twin Lake Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily updates and an app, engaging activities, and smooth transitions even for very young infants. The center is described as well-managed, safe, and conducive to children's development and happiness.

Caring and nurturing teachersexcellent communication with parentsdaily photo updates and detailed recaps
Address
5 Ardsley Ave, Northford, CT
Phone
(203) 484-6700
Sunshine Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Sunshine Preschool in Hamden receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who consistently praise the caring staff, director Rachael/Leslie, and strong parent-child communication through daily photos and app updates. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with affordable pricing and flexible scheduling being additional highlights.

Caring and knowledgeable staffresponsive directorfrequent communication with parents via app and photos
Address
20 Augur St, Hamden, CT
Phone
(203) 562-5840
Wee Care Of North Branford
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Wee Care of North Branford as a welcoming, family-like environment where children are happy and engaged in learning. Reviewers highlight the helpful staff and reasonable pricing, noting that outdoor play is a key feature of the program. The few reviews so far mention that the center is a popular choice for families seeking a positive childcare experience.

happy childrenwelcoming and helpful staffreasonable pricing
Address
1680 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT
Phone
(203) 481-3909
Northford Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Northford Preschool Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, play-based curriculum and passionate staff led by Jaime. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, including kindergarten readiness and early literacy skills, along with excellent communication and safety practices. Families report children are excited to attend and feel the school functions as an extended family and community.

Passionate and caring staffplay-based curriculumenriching activities (music
Address
1355 Middletown Ave, Northford, CT
Phone
(203) 208-1306
Cheshire Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the school's hands-on, experiential learning approach, noting benefits like cross-age interaction between Kindergartners and Preschoolers and the inclusion of after-care in the tuition. A small number of reviewers also commend the skilled staff and the development of a new outdoor classroom. No negative aspects were mentioned in these reviews.

hands-on experiential learningcross-age interaction fostering empathy and leadershipinclusive after-school care
Address
200 Mansion Rd, Cheshire, CT
Phone
(203) 272-5435
Redwing Pond House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
21 Milan St, Ansonia, CT
Phone
(203) 734-7974
Kokopelli Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Kokopelli Preschool as a kind and communicative hidden gem where their daughter enjoys hands-on learning and daily updates. Another visitor highlights the fun atmosphere of the kids' classes, noting that the experience was a worthwhile part of their trip.

hands-on and exciting learningengaging activitieskind and compassionate staff
Address
44 Smith St, Seymour, CT
Phone
(203) 881-2400
The Nest At Alphabet Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the supportive staff who prioritize child development and note that the clean, stimulating indoor and outdoor facilities encourage active play. Reviewers express gratitude for the quality of food and the welcoming community atmosphere, with no negatives reported in the limited feedback.

supportive teacherschild development focusclean facilities
Address
350 Canner St, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 436-2378
Doodlebugz Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Doodlebugz as a secure, family-oriented learning center where children enjoy attending daily. Reviewers highlight the staff's dedication and the program's focus on developmental milestones like speech, motor, and social skills. The few reviews mention no specific complaints, noting only positive experiences regarding safety and accommodation.

exceptional care and servicestaff treated as familyhigh student engagement
Address
150 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT
Phone
(203) 272-2883
Easterseals Children'S Academy East Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center's exceptional care for non-verbal children, noting that staff treat students with deep affection and provide significant educational support. Another reviewer describes the staff as highly pleasant and caring toward both children and families.

supportive care for non-verbal childrenaffectionate staffeducational value
Address
128 Avenue Of Industry, Waterbury, CT
Phone
(203) 591-1814
Little Sprouts Learning Center & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as a happy place where children appear content. The single review highlights a positive atmosphere without listing specific operational details or complaints.

Happy environmentcontent children
Address
515 Middletown Ave, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 624-5439

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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.