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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stowe, VT

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

Stowe, Vermont at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Stowe offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 05672 zip code, averaging 4.4 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Stowe

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Stowe, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Stowe zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
056725
4.4
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Stowe (15–82 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Stowe based on parent reviews

Appletree Learning Centers

5(2)

1056 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT

Parents describe Appletree Learning Centers as an exceptional, family-oriented environment where children learn daily and form strong friendships. Reviewers highlight the exceptional teaching team, excellent communication, and a wide variety of enrichment activities including outdoor adventures, music, and specialized classes.

exceptional teaching teamdaily learning opportunitiesstrong social development

Cubs Child Care

3.8(4)

142 Red Sled Road, Stowe, VT

Parents highlight the staff's caring nature and the facility's extensive outdoor play spaces and amenities. However, some note the high daily cost and one reviewer reports a negative interaction with front desk staff.

caring staffexcellent communicationnature-focused environment

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Daycare types in Stowe

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Stowe, Vermont

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Stowe, Vermont, making up 83% of the 6 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 Stowe have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Stowe, 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 Stowe

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Appletree Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Appletree Learning Centers as an exceptional, family-oriented environment where children learn daily and form strong friendships. Reviewers highlight the exceptional teaching team, excellent communication, and a wide variety of enrichment activities including outdoor adventures, music, and specialized classes.

exceptional teaching teamdaily learning opportunitiesstrong social development
Address
1056 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT
Phone
(802) 253-4321
Quality
Cubs Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents highlight the staff's caring nature and the facility's extensive outdoor play spaces and amenities. However, some note the high daily cost and one reviewer reports a negative interaction with front desk staff.

caring staffexcellent communicationnature-focused environment
Address
142 Red Sled Road, Stowe, VT
Phone
(802) 253-3686
Quality
Mountain Village School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
192 Thomas Lane, Stowe, VT
Phone
(802) 253-7585
Quality
Heartworks And Renaissance Schools
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
618 S. Main Street, Stowe, VT
Phone
(802) 985-2153
The Kids' School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
82 Park Street, Stowe, VT
Phone
(802) 253-7866
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stowe, Vermont, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Stowe have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Stowe, 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
Stowe offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Stowe for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stowe 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.