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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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Necci @ Ruth Chaffee
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
160 Superior Ave, Newington, CT
Phone
(860) 665-7053
Norton/Cheshire Southington School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
414 N Brooksvale Rd, Cheshire, CT
Phone
(203) 668-7087
Small World Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
25 Great Hill Rd, Oxford, CT
Phone
(203) 881-1228
Hamden/North Haven Ymca Spring Glen Aft/Sch Prog
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents praise the YMCA's Spring Glen afterschool and vacation club programs for their engaging field trips, summer camp activities, and small-facility family atmosphere. Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and nurturing. The facility is well-maintained with good amenities including fitness areas and a pool.

Friendly and nurturing staffsmall intimate facility with family feelingwell-kept and clean
Address
1908 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT
Phone
(203) 248-5854
St Andrew'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
232 Durham Rd, Madison, CT
Phone
(203) 245-1308
Kindercare Learning Center #070295
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #070295 in Guilford receives consistently positive reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong communication from management, and nurturing environment that supports children's development and social growth. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety and happiness at the facility.

Caring and loving teachersStrong communication and daily updates with photosResponsive and involved management (Ashley and Annelyse)
Address
1445 Boston Post Rd, Guilford, CT
Phone
(203) 453-8781
First Congregational Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
62 Colony Street, Meriden, CT
Phone
(203) 634-8886
Reg 15 Bas Prog- Pomperaug El School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
607 Main St S, Southbury, CT
Phone
(203) 262-8160
Region 15bas Program -Gainfield Elem School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
307 Old Field Rd, Southbury, CT
Phone
(203) 262-1020
Casimir Pulaski Before/Aft Sch Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
100 Clearview Ave, Meriden, CT
Phone
(203) 235-9297
Sedona Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
21 Plymouth Pl, Milford, CT
Phone
(203) 876-7060
Kindercare Learning Center #070296
Child Daycare & Preschools

Creative Starts Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, owner Marta's personal touch, and strong developmental focus. Parents highlight responsive communication, cleanliness, engaging activities, and the center's successful recovery after a flood. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show happiness and growth.

Professional and caring staffowner accessibility and warmthregular updates with photos and videos
Address
35 Old State Road, Oxford, CT
Phone
(203) 888-0479
Stork Club- Southington
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1348 West Street, Southington, CT
Phone
(860) 276-1031
Concordia Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
40 Pitkin St, Manchester, CT
Phone
(860) 649-9349
Ywca Nike Tykes Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
255 Garden Grove Rd, Manchester, CT
Phone
(860) 647-9325
Catholic Charities Child Development Center- South Main Street
Child Daycare & Preschools

Catholic Charities Child Development Center receives consistently positive ratings from parents who praise the helpful services and staff. One long-term parent notes recent improvements under current leadership, though they mention past staffing challenges and concerns about medication management.

Helpful and reliable servicecaring staffprofessional and courteous team
Address
965 South Main Street, Waterbury, CT
Phone
(203) 346-1301
Country Garden Day Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Country Garden Day Care and Preschool receives consistent praise from parents for its caring and experienced staff, reasonable rates, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, themed activities, and family events that make them feel included in their children's education.

Loving and supportive staffexperienced teachers with longevityreasonable rates
Address
250 Country Club Rd, Waterbury, CT
Phone
(203) 574-4981
Bright Horizons Children'S Center Of Orange
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons Children's Center of Orange receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong developmental focus across all age groups. Parents highlight excellent communication through the app, engaging activities, and successful kindergarten preparation, with children consistently excited to attend.

Attentive and observant staffdaily updates via app with photos and videoslarge outdoor play area
Address
284 Silverbrook Rd, Orange, CT
Phone
(203) 799-8033
Seymour-Oxford Child Care Assoc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
51 Skokorat St, Seymour, CT
Phone
(203) 888-4640 EXT 1497
Li'L Recer'S Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6 Fairfield Boulevard, Wallingford, CT
Phone
(203) 294-2120
Children'S House Of Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1666 Litchfield Tpke, Woodbridge, CT
Phone
(203) 397-8178
Hamden/North Haven Ymca West Woods Aft/Sch Prog
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this YMCA facility for its friendly, welcoming staff and well-maintained amenities. The facility is noted for having a small, intimate family feeling with strong vacation club and summer camp programs that offer educational field trips. Overall satisfaction is very high across all reviews.

friendly and nurturing staffclean facilitiesnot crowded
Address
350 West Todd Street, Hamden, CT
Phone
(203) 230-2433
Elizabeth Celotto Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
181 Mitchell Dr, New Haven, CT
Phone
(475) 220-7445
Preschool Of The Arts- Ellington
Child Daycare & Preschools

Preschool of the Arts - Ellington has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the dedicated staff, warm environment, and child development outcomes. However, one parent reported a significant decline in quality following a recent change in leadership, citing unprofessional management and daycare violations.

Dedicated and caring staffwarm and friendly environmentstrong social and academic skill development
Address
20 Church Street, Ellington, CT
Phone
(860) 871-7332
New Heights Child Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
212 Jeffrey Road, Willimantic, CT
Phone
(860) 456-4848
Mount Hope Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
48 Bassetts Bridge Road, Mansfield, CT
Phone
(860) 423-1070
Preschool Of The Arts- Tolland
Child Daycare & Preschools

Preschool of the Arts in Tolland receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and dedicated staff, flexible hours starting at 6:45 AM, safe and inclusive environment, and children's enthusiasm for learning. Parents report significant child development and appreciate management's accountability.

Staff goes above and beyondflexible early drop-off hourssafe and inclusive environment
Address
684 Tolland Stage Rd, Tolland, CT
Phone
(860) 875-7195
Ymca Ellington Latch Key Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
49 Main St, Ellington, CT
Phone
(860) 541-1293
Carelot Children'S Center- Brooklyn
Child Daycare & Preschools

Carelot Children's Center in Brooklyn receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, effective communication through the ProCare app, structured learning activities, and smooth transitions between age groups. Multiple parents mention feeling comfortable and at ease leaving their children in the center's care.

Friendly and caring staffexcellent communication via ProCare appstructured lesson plans and learning activities
Address
86 S Main St, Brooklyn, CT
Phone
(860) 779-0400
Carelot Children'S Center- Killingly
Child Daycare & Preschools

Carelot Children's Center in Killingly receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, educational activities, and regular communication through photos and updates. Children of various ages show genuine enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate strong developmental progress.

caring and attentive staffregular photo updates and communicationengaging educational activities and crafts
Address
155 North St, Danielson, CT
Phone
(860) 779-0611

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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.