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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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Child Day Care Ctr @ Wheeler Regional Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Wheeler Regional Family YMCA's child daycare center in Plainville receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and variety of amenities including pools, gym equipment, and classes. One concern raised is limited pool availability for families during peak after-school hours due to lesson scheduling.

clean and well-organized facilityfriendly and helpful staffexcellent pool with beach-style walk-in entrance
Address
149 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT
Phone
(860) 793-9631
Wheeler Regional Family Ymca Infant Toddler Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Wheeler Regional Family YMCA Infant Toddler Center in Plainville is highly regarded for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly staff. Parents praise the pools, fitness classes, and variety of programs available year-round. One concern raised involves limited open swim availability during peak family hours due to lesson scheduling.

Clean and well-organized facilityfriendly and helpful staffexcellent pool with beach-style entry for young children
Address
123 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT
Phone
(860) 793-0576
Capital Community College Laboratory School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

This listing appears to be mislabeled as a daycare; the reviews are actually for Capital Community College, a higher education institution in Hartford, Connecticut. Reviewers consistently praise the college's supportive environment, accessible staff, quality instruction, and resources for student success.

friendly and professional staffaccessible professors and academic counselorssupportive college environment
Address
950 Main Street, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 906-5238
Wheeler Regional Family Ymca @ Wheeler School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Wheeler Regional Family YMCA at Wheeler School is highly rated by parents for its clean, well-maintained facility and friendly staff. The center offers excellent amenities including pools, fitness classes, rock climbing, and summer camps. Most parents are very satisfied with their experience, though some note limitations with pool availability during peak hours.

Clean and well-organized facilityfriendly and helpful staffexcellent pool with beach-style entry for young children
Address
15 Cleveland Memorial Dr, Plainville, CT
Phone
(860) 793-6964
Hartford Neighborhood Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
38 Lawrence St, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 251-6517
Once Upon A Time Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Once Upon a Time Development Center in Milford, Connecticut receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, educational activities, and the owner Gina's knowledgeable leadership. Parents particularly appreciate the live camera access, open communication, and supportive environment that helps children build confidence and develop.

caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitieseducational and enriching activities
Address
326 W Main St, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 882-0983
Farnam Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
162 Fillmore St, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 562-9194
Explorers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Explorers Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the compassionate staff, strong community atmosphere, and quality educational activities. Parents highlight the director Sheryl Konnik's leadership and dedication, including keeping the center open during pandemic lockdowns. One parent reported a negative experience with their child experiencing anxiety and sleep difficulties during a brief 4-day enrollment.

Compassionate and knowledgeable staffstrong sense of communitysupportive of developmental milestones and special needs
Address
30 C Progress Avenue, Seymour, CT
Phone
(203) 881-5437
Red Balloon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Red Balloon Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's supportiveness, clear communication, and play-based learning approach. However, a couple of negative reviews cite concerns about staff supervision, bullying incidents, and perceived lack of compassion. Overall experiences vary significantly between families.

supportive and compassionate staffclear communicationplay-based learning model
Address
7 Park Street, Stafford, CT
Phone
(860) 684-6985
Greenknoll Children'S Center Annex
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

These reviews are not for a daycare center but for a YMCA fitness facility in Brookfield, Connecticut. The reviews praise the facility's extensive amenities, cleanliness, and friendly staff, with particular emphasis on swimming programs and fitness equipment.

Extensive amenities including multiple poolsfitness equipmentclasses for all ages
Address
60 Old New Milford Rd, Brookfield, CT
Phone
(203) 775-2840
Nitzan Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Nitzan Nursery School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, small class sizes, and play-based learning environment led by Director Amy. One dissenting review criticizes the school's kindergarten preparation, staff qualifications, and high costs. The facility appears to excel at emotional support and inclusive practices, though there is disagreement about academic readiness.

Attentive and caring staffDirector Amy is respon
Address
109 East Ave, Norwalk, CT
Phone
(203) 838-6019
Greenknoll Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Note: Reviews provided are for a YMCA facility, not the daycare center listed. The reviews cannot be used to assess Greenknoll Children's Center. No actual daycare reviews are available for this location.

Unable to determine - reviews are for a different facility
Address
2 Huckleberry Hill Rd, Brookfield, CT
Phone
(203) 775-4444
Clc William Pitt
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

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.

Caring and attentive teacherspositive long-term memories from former studentsgood preschool program
Address
195 Hillandale Ave, Stamford, CT
Phone
(203) 967-6960
Bright & Early Children'S Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Bright & Early receives mixed reviews with the majority (7 of 9) giving 5-star ratings praising the infant and toddler programs, caring staff, clean facilities, and outdoor playground. However, two 1-star reviews cite serious concerns about a specific preschool classroom teacher being rude and verbally abusive, leading to multiple families leaving, along with complaints about staffing inconsistency and hidden fees.

caring and loving staffexperienced infant teachers
Address
2626 Albany Ave, West Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 236-2626
Abcd Inner City Children'S Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

This appears to be reviews for Alliance for Community Empowerment, Inc., a social services organization, not the ABCD Inner City Children's Daycare Center. Reviews consistently praise staff members for their professionalism, compassion, and dedication in assisting clients with various programs including mortgage assistance. Parents/clients highlight the efficient processes and positive attitudes of employees.

Professional and compassionate staffefficient and organized processesstaff members go above and beyond to help clients
Address
1070 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Phone
(203) 366-8241
Bridges School Early Childhood Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
296 Valley Rd, Cos Cob, CT
Phone
(203) 637-0204
Bunny Village Child Care And Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Bunny Village for its caring, attentive staff and individualized attention to each child's development. The center is noted for strong communication with parents, engaging programs, and creating a supportive environment where children thrive. Multiple families report long-term enrollment across multiple children, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Patient and dedicated staffindividualized child development supportdaily communicati
Address
215 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT
Phone
(203) 924-2737
Myrta Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
75 Zion St, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 308-2417
Honey Bee Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
250 River Rd, Shelton, CT
Phone
(203) 538-5528
Open Arms Preschool Channel 3 Kids Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Open Arms Preschool Channel 3 Kids Camp receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the fun activities, safe environment, and friendly staff. However, one recent review raises concerns about cleanliness, facility maintenance, food quality, and supervision of children with special needs.

Fun activitiessafe environmentgreat staff
Address
73 Times Farm Rd, Andover, CT
Phone
(860) 742-2267
Little Farmers Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Farmers Child Care Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising the quality of care, teaching staff, cleanliness, and unique farm-based curriculum. One parent raised concerns about the center's handling of children with special needs, citing insufficient staff training despite advertising such services.

Experienced and consistent teachersexceptional cleanliness and hygiene practicesfarm animal interaction and learning opportunities
Address
2 Anthony Road, Tolland, CT
Phone
(860) 817-0933
Holly Hill Child Development & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
308 Peck Ln, Orange, CT
Phone
(203) 799-6300
Easterseals Children Academy West Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
22 Tompkins St, Waterbury, CT
Phone
(203) 757-7012
Meriden Ymca Lil Rascals
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Meriden YMCA Lil Rascals receives mostly positive reviews praising caring, attentive staff and a nurturing environment, though two negative reviews raise significant concerns about cleanliness, pest issues, and health safety practices.

caring and patient teachersstrong communication with parentsindividualized support for children with special needs
Address
43 Swain Ave, Meriden, CT
Phone
(203) 630-0039
Gateway Community College Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Reviews describe Gateway Community College Early Learning Center as a well-maintained facility with friendly, helpful staff and a pleasant learning environment. Parents praise the building's cleanliness, modern design, and supportive academic community.

Beautifulwell-maintained buildingfriendly and helpful staff
Address
20 Church St, New Haven, CT
Phone
(203) 285-2131
Bright Start Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Bright Start Child Care in Wolcott is highly praised by parents for its nurturing, family-run environment and attentive staff. Parents consistently report that children are happy, engaged in learning, and well-cared for across all age groups from infants through pre-K. The facility is noted for cleanliness, transparency, and strong communication with families.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityfamily-run atmosphere
Address
1790 Meriden Rd, Wolcott, CT
Phone
(203) 879-2728
Trinity College Comm Child Center- Campus Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Trinity College Community Child Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and developmental support provided on a safe college campus. However, two parents reported serious concerns including unresponsive administration to safety issues, alleged teacher misconduct, and policy disputes that led to program dismissals.

Warm and nurturing staffclean facilitiessafe college campus environment
Address
300 Summit Street Clemens, Building, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 297-5207
Ywca Growing Tree Elc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
195-205 Garden Street, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 548-2003
Trinity College Comm Child Center-Life Science
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Trinity College Community Child Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, who praise the clean facilities, warm staff, and developmental support. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns including alleged staff misconduct, dismissive administration, facility maintenance issues, and violations of parental consent regarding child photos and medical testing practices.

Clean facilitieswarm and caring staffcollege campus learning en
Address
300 Summit Street Life Science, Building, Hartford, CT
Phone
(860) 297-2530
Wallingford Community Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
80 Wharton Brook Dr, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 294-4176

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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.