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111 Child Daycare & Preschools in Rhode Island

Browse 111 child daycare & preschools across Rhode Island. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Rhode Island

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

Rhode Island has about 379 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

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

Daycare Breakdown in Rhode Island

There are 379 daycares in Rhode Island: 13 headstart facilities, 233 before/after school centers, 22 religious facility daycares, and 111 childcare and preschool centers.

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The Gingerbread School House
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1472 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 383-3097
Barrington Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
27 College Lane, Barrington, RI
Phone
(401) 246-0037
Raggedy Ann Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
210 Metacom Avenue, Warren, RI
Phone
(401) 247-2087
Bristol'S Lil Angels Child Care Ll
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
180 Mount Hope Ave, Bristol, RI
Phone
(401) 396-5362
Greenwich Village School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
227 Nooseneck Hill Road, West Greenwich, RI
Phone
(401) 397-7832
Y'S Owl Nursery School - K.C. Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
900 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 828-0130
Little Red Hen Preschool & K
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
358 Forge Road, East Greenwich, RI
Phone
(401) 884-5486
Latino Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
40 Melrose Street, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 785-4912
Neighborhood Nursery Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2550 Diamond Hill Rd., Cumberland, RI
Phone
(401) 333-0999
Stork'S Nest Child Academy V
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Stork's Nest Child Academy for exceptional childcare with kind, dedicated teachers who create a nurturing, family-like environment. Children show strong development and enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting the clean, safe facility and effective communication tools like the Brightwheel app.

Caring and loving staffclean and safe facilitystrong developmental progress
Address
440 George Washington Highwa, Smithfield, RI
Phone
(401) 233-2500
The Learning Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
21 Terry Lane, Glocester, RI
Phone
(401) 567-9091
The Art Center C/O Neighborworks
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
146 Sayles Street, Woonsocket, RI
Phone
(401) 762-1616
New Era Enrichment Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

New Era Enrichment Academy LLC is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, individualized attention, and bilingual curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially at the center.

Dual language (English/Spanish) programindividualized child attention and behavioral supportoutdoor learning space
Address
13 Hebdeen St, Johnston, RI
Phone
(401) 349-3397
Little Scholars Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Scholars Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, small class sizes (max 10 children), attentive staff, and strong kindergarten preparation. Families particularly appreciate the excellent communication, individualized attention, and staff's ability to address children with special needs.

Small class sizesindividualized attentionwarm and caring staff
Address
355 Ferris Avenue, East Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 434-1234
Budlong Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 944-5990
Sandpipers Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
31 John Clarke Road, Middletown, RI
Phone
(401) 848-4102
Silveira Kindergarten & Nursery Sc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Silveira Kindergarten & Nursery SC in Middletown receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing environment, and strong academic and social-emotional development of children. The school is noted for its warm community atmosphere, flexible scheduling, and lasting positive impact on children's success in future education.

Caring and experienced teachersnurturing environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
143 Peckham Lane, Middletown, RI
Phone
(401) 846-9251
Future Scholars Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1142 Stafford Road, Tiverton, RI
Phone
(401) 624-1884
Stepping Stone Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
30 Spring Street, South Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 782-8860
The Village Cooperative Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1157 South Road, South Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 789-3830
Charlestown Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4605 Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI
Phone
(401) 364-0645
Westerly Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
13 Cross Street, Westerly, RI
Phone
(401) 315-2250
North Kingstown Day Care & Prescho
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
690 Boston Neck Road, North Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 294-5840
Kids Club On The Pike
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1 Starline Way, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 443-5336
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Providence
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
One Louisa Street, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 444-0766
Greenville Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Greenville Nursery School for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional leadership under director Tiffany. Children show significant growth in confidence, social skills, and academic preparation for kindergarten. Staff members are described as caring, communicative, and dedicated to creating a safe, engaging learning environment.

Passionate and dedicated director (Tiffany)welcoming front-desk staff (Donna)patient and professional
Address
1 Church Street, Smithfield, RI
Phone
(401) 949-3051
Me & My Friends Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Me & My Friends for its caring, nurturing staff and family-like atmosphere. Owner Patty is highlighted for excellent communication and accessibility, while teachers are noted for their kindness and individualized attention to children. Multiple families report smooth transitions, happy children, and a well-structured program with varied activities.

Caring and nurturing staffresponsive owner Pattyfamily-like environment
Address
45 Nooseneck Hill Road, West Greenwich, RI
Phone
(401) 385-3500
The Light House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Lighthouse Preschool in Warwick, RI consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, professional staff and safe, clean environment. Parents highlight the center's exceptional staff retention, strong parent communication, and commitment to child development and well-being. Families report feeling confident and grateful, with children graduating kindergarten-ready and forming lasting bonds with caregivers.

Staff longevity and consistencynurturing and professional teachersclean and organized facility
Address
59 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI
Phone
(401) 391-7489
The Curious Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Curious Child receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong sense of structure combined with a family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through the Procare app, clean facilities, engaging activities, and individual attention to their children's needs. Multiple reviewers express they would continue using the facility if they had not relocated.

Attentive and caring staffstrong communication with parentsProcare app for hourly updates
Address
1308 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 383-1323
Master Han'S Us Taekwondo Complex
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Master Han's US Taekwondo Complex is a highly-rated facility offering taekwondo instruction, after-school care, and summer programs in Cranston, RI. Parents consistently praise the staff, particularly director Susan, for creating a nurturing environment that teaches discipline, respect, and personal growth while providing convenient services like school pickup/dropoff. The facility is noted as affordable and accommodating for families with varied schedules and needs.

Address
1441 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 461-7060

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Frequently asked questions

There are 111 child daycare & preschools daycares across Rhode Island. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Rhode Island are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island 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.