Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Shelburne, VT
Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Shelburne. Average rating: 4.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Shelburne, Vermont at a glance
- Programs
- 8
- Avg rating
- 4.83/5
- Parent reviews
- 66
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Shelburne has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 66 parent reviews averaging 4.83/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 05482 zip code, averaging 4.83 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shelburne
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.
- 1Heartworks Infant And Toddler Program4.8 score5(20)
4066 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children
Heartworks Infant and Toddler Program in Shelburne receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, well-organized environment and highly attentive staff. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, caring teachers, and strong community feel. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving developmentally.
Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication and daily reportsnurturing environmentstrong sense of community - 2Heartworks And Renaissance Schools4.8 score5(20)
4066 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Heartworks and Renaissance Schools in Shelburne receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the nurturing environment, attentive staff, and their children's happiness and development. Parents particularly highlight strong communication, caring leadership, and teachers who go above and beyond.
Warm and nurturing environmentattentive and caring teachersexcellent leadership (specifically named Kaylie and Jill)strong communication with parents - 3Heartworks And Renaissance School INC.4.8 score5(20)
4066 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 20 children
Heartworks and Renaissance School in Shelburne is a highly-regarded preschool with perfect 5-star reviews from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally. Communication with families is noted as excellent, and parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and happiness.
Caring and attentive teachersstrong leadership (Kaylie and Jill)excellent communication with familiesnurturing environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Shelburne
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Shelburne, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Shelburne zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05482 | 10 | 4.83 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Shelburne (15–135 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
6
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Shelburne based on parent reviews
Heartworks Infant And Toddler Program
4066 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT
Heartworks Infant and Toddler Program in Shelburne receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, well-organized environment and highly attentive staff. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, caring teachers, and strong community feel. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving developmentally.
Heartworks And Renaissance Schools
4066 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT
Heartworks and Renaissance Schools in Shelburne receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the nurturing environment, attentive staff, and their children's happiness and development. Parents particularly highlight strong communication, caring leadership, and teachers who go above and beyond.
Shelburne Nursery School INC.
30 Church Street, Shelburne, VT
One parent highlights the friendly staff and well-run environment, noting their daughter's enjoyment, while another emphasizes the school's care for children. A first-time parent recommends the center as a solid choice for childcare. No negative aspects were mentioned in the limited feedback.
Ascension Childcare INC
2386 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT
One parent describes ASCENSION CHILDCARE INC as one of the best early learning and daycare centers in the Greater Burlington area. This single review highlights a highly positive experience with the facility.
Stonewood School North LLC
145 Pine Haven Shores Rd, Shelburne, VT
Feedback for Stonewood School North is mixed, with one parent highlighting a safe, communicative, and dedicated staff, while others report serious concerns regarding unprofessionalism, lack of communication, and poor care standards. Specific complaints include frequent staff turnover, untrained personnel, disrespectful treatment of parents, and instances where children are not fed. The facility is also described by critics as having a non-stimulating environment, hygiene issues, and questionable operational practices.
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Daycare types in Shelburne
Child Daycare & Preschools in Shelburne, Vermont
There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Shelburne, Vermont, making up 80% of the 10 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Shelburne have an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 66 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Shelburne, 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 Shelburne
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One parent describes ASCENSION CHILDCARE INC as one of the best early learning and daycare centers in the Greater Burlington area. This single review highlights a highly positive experience with the facility.
- Address
- 2386 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 658-0212
- Quality
Heartworks Infant and Toddler Program in Shelburne receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, well-organized environment and highly attentive staff. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, caring teachers, and strong community feel. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving developmentally.
- Address
- 4066 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 985-2153
Heartworks and Renaissance Schools in Shelburne receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the nurturing environment, attentive staff, and their children's happiness and development. Parents particularly highlight strong communication, caring leadership, and teachers who go above and beyond.
- Address
- 4066 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 985-2153
- Quality
One parent highlights the friendly staff and well-run environment, noting their daughter's enjoyment, while another emphasizes the school's care for children. A first-time parent recommends the center as a solid choice for childcare. No negative aspects were mentioned in the limited feedback.
- Address
- 30 Church Street, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 985-3993
- Quality
Feedback for Stonewood School North is mixed, with one parent highlighting a safe, communicative, and dedicated staff, while others report serious concerns regarding unprofessionalism, lack of communication, and poor care standards. Specific complaints include frequent staff turnover, untrained personnel, disrespectful treatment of parents, and instances where children are not fed. The facility is also described by critics as having a non-stimulating environment, hygiene issues, and questionable operational practices.
- Address
- 145 Pine Haven Shores Rd, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 985-8118
- Address
- 345 Harbor Road, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 383-1178
- Quality
- Address
- 359 Turtle Lane, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 985-2827
- Quality
- Address
- 17 Drew Lane, Shelburne, VT
- Phone
- (802) 985-9025
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities