
Browse 1,138 child daycare & preschools across Connecticut. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
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.
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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 1,138 |
| Headstart Programs | 32 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 85 |
| Before or After School | 106 |
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Note: Most reviews appear to be for the YMCA gym/fitness facility rather than the child care center specifically. The few child care-related reviews praise the instructors, staff friendliness, and variety of activities offered to children.
Kid's Club Learning and Day Care receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring, engaging staff and family-oriented environment, with particular commendation for staff members like Mrs. Elizabeth Heon and Mrs. Gilbey DelGreco. However, several parents report serious concerns about leadership, communication, safety protocols during field trips, and alleged discriminatory treatment.
The YWCA childcare center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise dedicated teachers and quality programming, while negative reviews cite serious concerns including unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate child supervision, inappropriate discipline practices, poor administrative handling, and safety incidents.
One parent highly recommends the center, praising the staff for being patient, kind, and professional. In contrast, another parent strongly advises against enrollment, citing a complete lack of responsiveness, perceived safety concerns, and the director's absence.
Precious Memories has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational programs, and child development, but a minority report serious concerns about supervision, safety incidents, unprofessional staff conduct, and poor communication from management.
The Global Child in Norwich receives mixed reviews with parents praising staff attentiveness, developmental support, and flexible scheduling, but others reporting serious concerns about staff turnover, poor communication, inadequate supervision, and management issues including payroll problems and facility closures with minimal notice.
One parent describes the center as very fun with nice teachers, noting that while there are areas for improvement, the overall experience is great. Another reviewer simply labeled the location as a workplace, while a third provided no specific feedback beyond the word 'Oops'.
One parent reports that the program is helpful and accommodating, noting their son's significant progress and enjoyment of the social and learning environment. Another review simply describes the school as excellent.
Torrington Preschool Center receives mixed reviews. Four parents praise the nurturing, loving environment and effective learning approach, while two parents report serious concerns including staff turnover, mismanagement of student behavior, emotional harm to their child, and alleged fraudulent contract practices by the director.
One parent describes feeling confident that their child would be loved and cared for from day one, while another reports being told the center could not accommodate their child's developmental delays despite prior advertising.
One parent describes the school as great, helpful, and accommodating, noting significant progress and enjoyment for their son. Another review simply labels the institution as excellent.
Parents consistently praise Grandma's Learning Center as a family-oriented facility with caring, attentive staff. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the safe, clean environment, strong parent-teacher communication, and individualized attention to children's development and well-being.
One parent highlights the program's affordability, engaging curriculum, and patient teachers, noting their child's strong enjoyment despite behavioral challenges. Another review praises the directors' communication and the teachers' kindness, emphasizing peace of mind for working parents. The only specific drawback cited is a very small playground area.
One parent highlights the program's close-knit, family-like atmosphere and notes it is also a positive workplace, while another strongly criticizes the facility, citing a traumatic experience that led to their child's removal.
Feedback for this location is limited, with one parent reporting a lack of communication and an inability to reach a supervisor. Another comment appears to be a location address rather than a service review.
New England Country Day School receives polarized reviews, with parents praising the teaching staff, learning environment, and child development outcomes, but expressing serious concerns about ownership and management professionalism. Long-term families report positive experiences, while recent families cite issues with cleanliness, staff training, and owner rudeness.
One parent reports a highly positive experience with caring staff and strong academic and social outcomes for their child, while another reviewer cites rude phone reception as a reason for withdrawing their child.
Pumpkin Preschool of Westport receives mixed reviews with high praise from satisfied parents about warm staff and daily activities, but serious concerns from others regarding poor communication, management issues, and reported inappropriate handling of a child with behavioral and emotional needs.
Country Kids Play Farm receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff leadership, strong communication, safe and clean facilities, and comprehensive programming that supports child development across infancy through school-age care.
Ballestrini Day Care Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff's dedication, care, and communication. However, several parents report significant issues including refund disputes, inadequate illness management, behavioral concerns, and alleged negligence.
Fairy Tales Child Care & Development Center receives mostly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring environment, strong academic curriculum, and cleanliness. However, a few negative reviews mention concerns about staff attentiveness, high tuition costs, and director behavior.
Creative Minds Early Childhood Center receives mostly positive reviews highlighting caring staff, educational activities, and a welcoming environment for diverse families. However, several negative reviews cite unprofessional phone interactions, concerns about staff appearance influencing perceptions of care quality, and questions about facility conditions and staff certification.
Parents consistently praise the Woodruff Family YMCA Live Oaks for its clean, well-maintained facility and friendly, welcoming staff. The center offers quality programs including summer camp, swimming lessons, and preschool classes that children enjoy. Parents appreciate the diverse staff, excellent customer service, and community resources available.
Parents consistently praise the Woodruff Family YMCA in Milford for its welcoming atmosphere, clean facilities, and quality staff. Reviews highlight excellent summer camp and preschool programs, swimming instruction, fitness classes, and strong community support. All reviewers rated their experience highly (4-5 stars).
Parents report excellent experiences at Woodruff Family YMCA Matthewson, praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly and diverse staff, and comprehensive programs including swimming lessons, summer camp, and fitness classes. Multiple reviewers highlight that children enjoy attending preschool and camp, and appreciate the welcoming environment for both families and individual members.
Great Beginnings-East Street receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff and experienced teachers, particularly highlighting the center's ability to support children's development and provide reassurance to families. Multiple parents report sending multiple children through the center and would recommend it to others.
Parents consistently praise the Woodruff Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facility, friendly and diverse staff, and quality programs including summer camp and swimming lessons. Children enjoy attending preschool and camp programs, with parents appreciating the welcoming environment and variety of activities available. Overall satisfaction is very high across all reviews.
Great Beginnings - Cooke Street receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for multiple years and children. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, experienced teachers, and well-rounded educational environment. The facility is noted for maintaining strong relationships with families and providing reassurance even during challenging periods like COVID.
Parents praise the Woodruff Family YMCA Calf Pen as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and helpful staff. Reviews highlight excellent summer camp and preschool programs, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and a welcoming community atmosphere. All reviewers report positive experiences with their children enjoying the programs and staff.
Parents consistently praise the Woodruff Family YMCA in Milford for its clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly and diverse staff, and quality programs including summer camp and swimming lessons. Children enjoy attending preschool and camp programs, and the facility offers excellent resources for the entire family. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff create a positive experience for both children and adults.
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