Meriden Ymca Lil Rascals is a child daycare & preschools daycare located at 43 Swain Ave, Meriden, Connecticut CT. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.
What Parents Say
Meriden YMCA Lil Rascals receives mostly positive reviews praising caring, attentive staff and a nurturing environment, though two negative reviews raise significant concerns about cleanliness, pest issues, and health safety practices.
We have had such a wonderful experience with this daycare. Both of my sons have attended, and even though one has moved on to kindergarten, my younger son is still there — that alone says a lot about how much we trust and love this place. The teachers truly care about the kids and go above and beyond every single day. They make learning fun, set up special projects, and always make holidays and special occasions feel exciting and memorable for the children. You can tell they genuinely love what they do. Communication is another huge plus. We are always kept informed about what’s going on, and if anything happens during the day, they let us know right away, which gives us so much peace of mind. The director, Heather, and her entire team are absolutely amazing. They are understanding, supportive, and willing to work with families when things come up. As a parent, that means everything. We are incredibly grateful for the care, love, and dedication they show our kids. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for their child.
We absolutely love my son’s daycare. His teachers are incredibly caring, patient, and always so pleasant to interact with. From day one, the environment has felt very family-oriented and welcoming, which has made such a difference for us. As a first-time parent, leaving your child in someone else’s care can be nerve-wracking, but this daycare truly puts my mind at ease. I feel completely comfortable and confident knowing my son is safe, supported, and genuinely cared for while he’s there. My son is autistic, and the staff has been amazing with him. They are understanding, attentive, and go above and beyond to support his individual needs and help him thrive. It means the world to see how much effort and compassion they put into helping him succeed. I’m so grateful to have found a daycare that feels like an extension of our family. I highly recommend them to any parent looking for a nurturing, supportive, and loving environment for their child.
About five years ago, my first son attended Meriden YMCA Little Rascals while he was dealing with health challenges. The care and compassion shown to him were extraordinary. The staff went as far as dedicating additional support to ensure he was safe, comfortable, and included. One staff member in particular went far beyond what was expected, and I will never forget that. From 2021 until today, every single staff member has played a meaningful role in my children’s lives. This daycare isn’t just a place for supervision—it’s a place of genuine care, patience, and professionalism. It is truly top-notch. I now have three children. Two are still attending, and each of them carries a piece of their story shaped by the love and dedication of this team. I am deeply grateful to everyone at Little Rascals for what you’ve done for my family. Thank you all.
My son attends this daycare and I couldn’t be happier with this daycare! The staff’s main focus is always the kids health, safety, and overall well-being, which gives us so much peace of mind as parents. They do an amazing job creating an educational environment where the kids are constantly learning, while also making sure it’s fun, engaging, and safe. The director Heather, she is truly amazing. She’s always approachable, takes the time to listen to any concerns, and makes sure every child is well cared for and in great hands. It’s clear how much she and the entire staff genuinely care about the kids.
The daycare at first you might think it’s a pretty good daycare, but there was cockroaches bugs and stuff like it was disgusting in there. Kids were getting sick. I just tried telling them about their health safety issue and they kicked my son out because I didn’t want my son getting sick or getting late or anything. There’s only like two ladies in the infant room. They fed my five month year old son pairs without my consent when he has bad stomach issues and some health issues that he’s not supposed to be eating baby food for a long time due to his health issues, which is a daycare as a nose and much more I don’t recommend this daycare unless you wanna get kicked out for wanting for one of your child to be Healthy and safe and happy