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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover, VT

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Dover. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dover, Vermont at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
24
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Dover has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 24 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dover

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Mount Snow Child Care
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    39 Mount Snow Road, Dover, VT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for Mount Snow Resort, a ski destination, not a daycare center. There are no parent reviews of MOUNT SNOW CHILD CARE's childcare services in the submitted data.

    None - reviews are about resort facilitiesnot childcare

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Dover

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dover (28–56 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dover based on parent reviews

Mount Snow Child Care

4.5(20)

39 Mount Snow Road, Dover, VT

Note: The reviews provided are for Mount Snow Resort, a ski destination, not a daycare center. There are no parent reviews of MOUNT SNOW CHILD CARE's childcare services in the submitted data.

None - reviews are about resort facilitiesnot childcare

Kids In The Country Child Care And Preschool INC.

4.5(4)

22 Holland Road, Dover, VT

While some parents highlight the home-like atmosphere and engaging activities that make children excited to attend, a single negative review alleges severe neglect regarding feeding and handling of infants.

home-like environmententhusiastic teachersbalanced learning and play

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover, Vermont

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Dover, Vermont. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Dover have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 24 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dover, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover

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Mount Snow Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Note: The reviews provided are for Mount Snow Resort, a ski destination, not a daycare center. There are no parent reviews of MOUNT SNOW CHILD CARE's childcare services in the submitted data.

None - reviews are about resort facilitiesnot childcare
Address
39 Mount Snow Road, Dover, VT
Phone
(802) 464-4152
Quality
Kids In The Country Child Care And Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

While some parents highlight the home-like atmosphere and engaging activities that make children excited to attend, a single negative review alleges severe neglect regarding feeding and handling of infants.

home-like environmententhusiastic teachersbalanced learning and play
Address
22 Holland Road, Dover, VT
Phone
(802) 348-7476
Quality
Dover Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9 Schoolhouse Road, Dover, VT
Phone
(802) 464-5386
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dover, Vermont. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Dover have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dover, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Vermont's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Vermont)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Vermont typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Dover for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dover must be licensed by Vermont's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.