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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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A Child'S University
Child Daycare & Preschools

A Child's University receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the knowledgeable and caring staff, thoughtful curriculum, and clean facility. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication and accessibility through daily updates and classroom cameras. The center is noted for its inclusive environment and willingness to support children with special needs.

Highly qualified and passionate staffrigorous age-appropriate curriculumcleanliness and modern facility
Address
695 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 461-1880
A Child'S University - Smithfield
Child Daycare & Preschools

A Child's University in Smithfield receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for extended periods. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, high-quality care, experienced staff, and comprehensive programs including an accredited Kindergarten option that prepares children for public school.

Experienced and caring teachers and directorhigh teacher-to-student ratios exceeding state requirementsclean and well-maintained facility
Address
370 George Washington Highway, Unit 3, Smithfield, RI
Phone
(401) 349-3010
Providence Ymca At Meeting Street
Child Daycare & Preschools

These reviews appear to be for a YMCA fitness facility rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the facility for its equipment, staff friendliness, cleanliness, and affordable pricing. The center offers fitness classes, sports programs, and swimming.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitygood equipment variety
Address
1000 Eddy Street, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 265-3205
Garvin Alphabest
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1364 Diamond Hill Rd., Cumberland, RI
Phone
(401) 644-4412
The Farm House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2320 Plainfield Pike, Johnston, RI
Phone
(401) 432-7776
Dr. Day Care-Providence
Child Daycare & Preschools

Dr. Day Care-Providence receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental support for children from infants through preschool. Parents consistently highlight their children's excitement about attending, visible growth and learning, and their own peace of mind knowing their children are in nurturing hands. The center is commended for its affordable pricing, meal provisions, individualized care, and responsive communication via the Procare app.

Caring and attentive staffknowledgeable infant teachersvisible child development and learning
Address
133 Delaine St., Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 351-2241
Maccoll Ymca@Blackstone Valley Pre
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
52 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
Phone
(401) 725-0773
Boys And Girls Club Of Ep - Meadow
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
60 Bart Drive, East Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 536-4231
Mount Hope Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
421 Hope Street, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 521-7252
Comprehensive Community Action
Child Daycare & Preschools

These reviews do not reflect daycare experiences. The reviews appear to be for a community food bank and assistance program, not a childcare center. All reviewers praise the friendly and helpful staff, accessible facilities, and support services provided.

Friendly and respectful staffhandicap accessible facilitieshelpful assistance
Address
178 Norwood Avenue, Cranston, RI
Phone
(401) 921-1470
The Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1900 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 354-8400
Dr. Day Care IV - Smithfield
Child Daycare & Preschools

Dr. Day Care IV in Smithfield receives mixed reviews. Most parents (3 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, educational activities, real-time communication app, and school preparation, with strong recommendations. However, two negative reviews cite enrollment process issues and concerns about staff attentiveness, toy maintenance, and classroom ratios.

caring and attentive staffreal-time activity updates via appenriching educational activities
Address
1201 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI
Phone
(401) 349-0044
Me Too Preschool Il
Child Daycare & Preschools

ME TOO PRESCHOOL IL receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about management practices and facility cleanliness. While some parents praise the friendliness of certain staff members, multiple parents report serious issues including false documentation of drop-off times, inadequate infant care, poor hygiene standards, and inconsistent policy enforcement.

Friendly and attentive staff members (particularly Ms. PennyMs. Michelleand Ms. Kim)
Address
1452 Broncos Highway, Burrillville, RI
Phone
(401) 567-5227
The Little School At Lincoln
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 Butler Avenue, Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 331-9696
Me Too Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Me Too Preschool receives mixed reviews. Most parents (5 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, successful kindergarten preparation, and positive social-emotional development. However, two one-star and one two-star review raise serious concerns about staff responsiveness to children's emotional needs, inadequate comfort for struggling toddlers, and one incident of physical discipline.

Caring and loving staffsuccessful kindergarten preparationchildren enjoy a
Address
2168 Diamond Hill Road, Woonsocket, RI
Phone
(401) 762-9339
Tender Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
38 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd, Newport, RI
Phone
(401) 619-5858
Melville Alphabest
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1351 West Main Rd., Portsmouth, RI
Phone
(401) 871-0019
West Bay Out Of School Time-Forest
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
50 Woodlawn Drive, North Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 828-0130
Quest Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1150 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI
Phone
(401) 783-3222
Tri-County Comm. Aa - Joyful Learn
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tri-County Community AA - Joyful Learn receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with four 5-star reviews praising the attentive and caring staff, individual attention to children's needs, and strong communication with parents. One 1-star review expresses strong dissatisfaction but provides no specific details.

Attentive and caring staffindividualized attention to each child's needsstrong parent communication with daily notes and photos
Address
1935 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 789-2244
Maple Hill Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools

Maple Hill Early Learning receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Children are enthusiastic about attending, and parents praise the caring, knowledgeable staff who provide individualized attention and learning through play. Parents report strong communication and appreciate the welcoming environment where children thrive and grow.

Kind and friendly staffindividualized attentionlearning through play
Address
3383 Mendon Road, Cumberland, RI
Phone
(401) 405-0556

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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.