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521 Child Daycare & Preschools in Vermont

Browse 521 child daycare & preschools across Vermont. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Vermont

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Vermont can make the decision-making process smoother.

Vermont has about 694 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Vermont. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Vermont

There are 694 daycares in Vermont: 11 headstart facilities, 150 before/after school centers, 12 religious facility daycares, and 521 childcare and preschool centers.

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Hardwick Child & Family Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviews praise the staff as kind and caring, with appreciation for the food pantry's role as a community resource. The facility offers quality local produce and meat, along with educational classes. One reviewer reported being denied service due to space constraints regarding a service animal.

Kind and caring staffquality local produce and meateducational classes offered (baking
Address
61 Church Street, Hardwick, VT
Phone
(802) 472-5496
Friends Of The North Branch Nature Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise Friends of the North Branch Nature Center as a beautiful natural destination with excellent trails, educational programs, and family-friendly activities. The facility offers outdoor exploration, nature classes, swimming holes, and a small indoor center with interactive exhibits. Staff are knowledgeable and welcoming, making it a worthwhile destination even for those traveling 40+ minutes.

Beautiful trails suitable for all ages and abilitiesriver and swimming accesseducational classes and events
Address
713 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT
Phone
(802) 229-6206
Quality
Butterfly Kisses Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
208 Prospect Street, Newport, VT
Phone
(802) 334-1212
Quality
School Street Montessori INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Unable to provide accurate summary. The reviews provided are for School Street Garage (an automotive repair shop), not School Street Montessori Inc. (a daycare center). No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for incorrect business
Address
24 School Street, Randolph, VT
Phone
(802) 728-3701
Hearts & Minds Childcare & Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
34 Meadow Street, Rutland, VT
Phone
(802) 747-7250
Little One'S University INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Little Ones University for its organized, structured environment with passionate staff who genuinely care for children. The center emphasizes developmentally appropriate activities, regular communication with parents via the Brightwheel app, and creates a welcoming community where children are happy and engaged.

Passionate and caring staffstrong leadership (Director Caryl)organized and structured daily routines
Address
104 Old Colchester Road, Essex, VT
Phone
(802) 872-7444
Quality
Center For Technology Essex Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

This facility appears to be a technical/vocational school rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews are limited and mixed in relevance, with positive feedback about instructor quality, communication, and support for students pursuing cosmetology and technical training.

Good administrative communicationknowledgeable and engaging instructorsstrong student support
Address
3 Educational Drive, Essex, VT
Phone
(802) 857-7459
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Kinderworks INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
21 Essex Way, Essex, VT
Phone
(802) 878-7331
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Tiny Dreamers In Early Childhood LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Tiny Dreamers for its nurturing environment, individualized child development attention, and caring staff led by Debra and Thelma. Reviews highlight strong communication, engaging activities, home-cooked meals, and parent-teacher conferences. Children show measurable developmental progress, including speech improvement, and parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this care.

Caring and dedicated staffindividualized attention and developmental planningtransparent daily communication with photos
Address
44 North Williston Road, Williston, VT
Phone
(802) 876-7677
Quality
Davis Studio LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Davis Studio LLC for its creative, arts-focused programming and nurturing environment. Children across multiple age groups (from summer camps to full-time school) show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate measurable growth in artistic skills and confidence. Staff are described as engaging, responsive, and supportive of individual learning styles.

Art instruction qualityCreative curriculumNurturing and kind staff
Address
916 Shelburne Road, South Burlington, VT
Phone
(802) 425-2700
Abc Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

ABC Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff praised for being caring, attentive, and engaged. The facility is noted for cleanliness, outdoor activities, and good communication. However, one parent reported their daughter with autism was dismissed from the program, alleging inadequate support for special needs.

Caring and nurturing teachersconsistent staffengaging outdoor activities
Address
349 Route 7 South, Milton, VT
Phone
(802) 893-2223
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Lamoille South Early Childhood Program @ Morrisville
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
46 Copley Avenue, Morrisville, VT
Phone
(802) 888-6707
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Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners LLC Location #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

This listing appears to be a ski resort, not a daycare center. The reviews are for Killington/Pico Ski Resort in Vermont and describe skiing lessons, mountain terrain, lift services, and resort facilities rather than childcare services.

Fastmodern liftswell-maintained slopes
Address
73 Alpine Drive, Killington, VT
Phone
(802) 422-1433
Little Tot'S Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
65 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester, VT
Phone
(802) 876-7317
The Winston L Prouty Center For Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Winston L Prouty Center for Child Development as an excellent daycare facility serving infants through pre-K. Reviews highlight the dedicated and compassionate staff, beautiful campus setting, and comprehensive services for families and the community.

Excellent staff qualitybeautiful and quiet settingcomprehensive infant to pre-K programs
Address
209 Austine Drive, Brattleboro, VT
Phone
(802) 257-7852
Quality
Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

This is not a daycare center but a ski resort in Killington, Vermont. Reviews praise the resort's terrain variety, lift quality, and mountain operations. Visitors consistently report positive experiences with skiing, dining, and facilities.

Fastmodern liftswell-maintained slopes
Address
4763 Killington Road, Killington, VT
Phone
(802) 422-6222
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Good Shepherd'S Little Lambs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Good Shepherd's Little Lambs for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong attachment to the center and enjoy daily activities. The facility is noted as appropriately sized to balance individual attention with operational efficiency.

Caring and professional staffsafe nurturing environmentsensory and outdoor activities
Address
1 Hillside Road, Rutland, VT
Phone
(802) 747-0091
Arlington Area Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Arlington Area Child Care Inc receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, nurturing environment, and child development. However, one parent reported serious concerns about medical protocol non-compliance and negligent handling of their child's type 1 diabetes care.

Caring and compassionate staffnurturing environmentstrong child development and learning
Address
426 East Arlington Road, Arlington, VT
Phone
(802) 375-6039
Quality
Burlington Technical Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
52 Institute Road, Burlington, VT
Phone
(802) 864-8422
Little Tots Academy On The Commons
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
21 Farr Road, Richmond, VT
Phone
(802) 434-3891
Quality
Georgia'S Next Generation LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Georgia's Next Generation LLC for its warm, professional staff and nature-based approach to early childhood education. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the center's focus on outdoor play, child safety, and developmental growth. Parents report strong communication from staff and appreciate the welcoming, home-like atmosphere.

Warm and caring staffresponsive communicationfrequent updates on children's activities
Address
24 A Ballard Rd, Georgia, VT
Phone
(802) 782-8773
Quality
The Balancing Act Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise this gymnastics facility for its excellent coaching staff, top-quality equipment, and expanded facility. Reviews highlight strong competitive performance, welcoming atmosphere, and quality programming for various age groups from toddlers through competitive team members.

Experienced and supportive coachesclean and well-equipped facilitycompetitive success and high placements
Address
2 Corporate Drive, Essex, VT
Phone
(802) 655-3300
Quality
Kid Logic Learning LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kid Logic Learning LLC receives predominantly positive reviews praising warm, individualized care and strong teacher-child relationships. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about infant room practices, including inadequate supervision, neglect allegations, and staff turnover.

Welcoming environment for diverse familiesindividualized child-centered approachresponsive and caring staff
Address
72 Ethan Allen Drive, South Burlington, VT
Phone
(802) 660-3600
Quality
Little Shepherd Child Care & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
262 South Main Street, St Albans, VT
Phone
(802) 524-2841
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Sunrise Family Resource Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Sunrise Family Resource Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the friendly and attentive staff. Parents highlight the center's welcoming atmosphere, equal treatment of all families regardless of background, and strong community support for young parents.

Friendly and accommodating staffattentive teacherswelcoming atmosphere
Address
238 Union Street, Bennington, VT
Phone
(802) 442-6934
Quality
Otter Creek Child Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Otter Creek Child Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring and qualified teachers, strong student-teacher ratios, and quality programming including outdoor play. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with some families having multiple children attend over several years.

Amazing teacherscaring staffqualified educators
Address
150 Weybridge Street, Middlebury, VT
Phone
(802) 388-9688
Quality
Milton Family Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Milton Family Community Center for its friendly and helpful staff. The facility is described as a great daycare with nice people who go above and beyond to assist families in need.

Friendly staffhelpful staffnice people
Address
23 Villemaire Lane, Milton, VT
Phone
(802) 893-1457
Quality
Suzy'S Little Peanuts Day School LLC Springfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Suzy's Little Peanuts Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and healthy meal provisions. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and benefit from hands-on learning activities and outdoor exploration. One negative review cited rudeness and unprofessionalism, though without specific details.

Caring and responsive staffstrong educational curriculumoutdoor learning time
Address
132 Chester Road, Springfield, VT
Phone
(802) 885-7899
Quality
Jay Peak Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This listing appears to be for Jay Peak Resort, not a daycare center. The reviews describe a ski resort experience in Vermont with lodging, dining, and recreational facilities, not childcare services.

None - reviews are for a ski resortnot daycare
Address
844 Jay Peak Road, Jay, VT
Phone
(802) 988-2611
Quality
Freedom Rains LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Freedom Rains LLC receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its clean facilities, experienced staff, family-like atmosphere, and quality care. However, one negative review describes inadequate support for children with special needs and disputes about deposits and supplies.

clean and well-maintained facilitieslong-tenured and caring stafffamily atmosphere
Address
566 Hercules Drive, Colchester, VT
Phone
(802) 654-7300
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Frequently asked questions

There are 521 child daycare & preschools daycares across Vermont. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Vermont are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Vermont'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 Vermont, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Vermont 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 Vermont 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.