How do I choose the right daycare in St Johnsbury?

When choosing a daycare in St Johnsbury, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in St Johnsbury, Vermont (9 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in St Johnsbury?

St Johnsbury offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Vermont?

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 St Johnsbury for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in St Johnsbury

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.

Abc & Lol Child Care Center & Preschool

4.08 score

4.1(20)

1448 Memorial Drive, St Johnsbury, VT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

ABC & LOL Child Care Center receives unanimous praise from parents across multiple locations and age groups. Parents consistently highlight the nurturing environment, experienced staff, strong communication, and educational quality. Families report feeling confident in the center's care, including for children with special medical needs.

Nurturing and supportive environmentexperienced and caring staffdaily communication and photo updateseducational activities

Little Dippers Doodle Children'S Center

3.67 score

3.5(10)

1198 Industrial Parkway, St Johnsbury, VT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

Little Dippers Doodle Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the center extensively for quality care, supportive staff, educational programming, and genuine concern for families. Five other parents report serious concerns including mistreatment of children, unresponsive management, billing issues, and lack of accountability from leadership.

Safe and nurturing environmentknowledgeable and responsible staffeducational programming

St Johnsbury School Preschool Program

3.14 score

2.6(8)

257 Western Avenue, St Johnsbury, VT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Reviews are highly mixed with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the school's programs, staff, and improvements over time. Negative reviewers cite bullying concerns, inadequate responses to behavioral issues, food safety problems, and prioritization of discipline over learning and mental health.

Great programsnice classroomslarge playgroundsome excellent teachers

Child Daycare & Preschools in St Johnsbury, Vermont

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in St Johnsbury, Vermont, making up 90% 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in St Johnsbury, Vermont, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in St Johnsbury, 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

St Johnsbury offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 St Johnsbury for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in St Johnsbury 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.

9 Child Daycare & Preschools in St Johnsbury, Vermont

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in St Johnsbury

Top Rated

Camp Lol

Abc & Lol Child Care Center & Preschool

Emerson Falls Playcare INC.

Little Dippers Doodle Children'S Center

St Johnsbury School Preschool Program

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