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Best Headstart Programs in Clinton, CT

Compare 1 headstart programs in Clinton. Average rating: 4.25/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clinton, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.25/5
Parent reviews
38
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Clinton has 1 licensed headstart programs with 38 parent reviews averaging 4.25/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clinton

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.

  1. 1
    Valley Shore Ymca Sap @ Pierson School
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    75 E Main St, Clinton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    Valley Shore YMCA SAP @ Pierson School receives consistently high praise from parents for its engaging summer camp and year-round programs. Parents highlight the variety of activities, dedicated and caring staff, excellent communication, and safe, nurturing environment that keeps children actively engaged and entertained.

    Diverse activities (swimmingarcheryrock climbingsports
  2. 2
    Carrot Patch - Shoreline
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    2 Maple Ave, Clinton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children

    Parents consistently praise Carrot Patch for its nature-based, play-focused curriculum and caring staff. The program emphasizes outdoor learning, child-led exploration, and balanced development across emotional, physical, and cognitive areas. Multiple parents report high satisfaction and note their children are enthusiastic about attending.

    Caring and compassionate staffnature-based outdoor educationchild-led learning approachbalanced curriculum with creative activities
  3. 3
    Clinton Child Care
    4 score
    4(8)

    160 E Main St, Clinton, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Clinton Child Care receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's communication, educational approach, and support through developmental milestones. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about inadequate staffing in preschool, lack of support for neurodivergent children, and allegations of inappropriate staff conduct including physical discipline.

    Strong communication with parentssupportive staff through transitionslearning-focused curriculumwell-organized

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Clinton

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.25avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Clinton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
064136
4.25
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clinton (20–110 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Clinton

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Clinton, Connecticut

There are 1 headstart programs in Clinton, Connecticut, making up 17% 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 Clinton have an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.25 stars. Our analysis covers 38 parent reviews.

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

All Headstart Programs in Clinton

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Cdi Head Start - Clinton Center
Headstart Programs
Address
82 W Main St, Clinton, CT
Phone
(860) 994-6402

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Clinton, Connecticut, 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 Clinton have an average Google rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Clinton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Connecticut's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Connecticut)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Clinton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Connecticut 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 Clinton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clinton must be licensed by Connecticut'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.