How do I choose the right daycare in Middletown?

When choosing a daycare in Middletown, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Rhode Island's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Rhode Island) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Middletown?

Middletown offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 7 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Headstart Programs in Middletown, Rhode Island (1 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Rhode Island?

Daycare costs in Rhode Island 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 Middletown for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Middletown

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.

Silveira Kindergarten & Nursery Sc

4.71 score

5(12)

143 Peckham Lane, Middletown, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

Silveira Kindergarten & Nursery SC in Middletown receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing environment, and strong academic and social-emotional development of children. The school is noted for its warm community atmosphere, flexible scheduling, and lasting positive impact on children's success in future education.

Caring and experienced teachersnurturing environmentstrong academic preparationsocial-emotional development

Shining Star Pre-School INC.

4.5 score

5(5)

365 Valley Road, Middletown, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 57 children

Parents consistently praise Shining Star Pre-School for its caring staff, nurturing environment, and comprehensive early learning curriculum. Families highlight excellent communication, security measures, engaging activities, and successful transitions like potty training. The facility is described as welcoming with professional management and strong preparation for kindergarten.

Loving and supportive teacherssecure building with controlled accessexcellent communication via Brightwheel with photo updatesvaried daily activities including outdoor play and arts and crafts

Bright Ideas

4.33 score

4.6(6)

1272 West Main Road, Middletown, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

Bright Ideas receives predominantly positive reviews praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong communication. However, one negative review describes a conflict with management over classroom placement and potty training concerns that resulted in the child's removal from the program.

caring and attentive staffnurturing environmenteffective communication with parentsemotional development focus

Newport County Ymca At Gaudet Midd

4.08 score

4.1(20)

1113 Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 31 children

Parents praise the Newport County YMCA's newly renovated facilities, extensive programs, and friendly staff. The facility offers diverse activities including fitness classes, swimming, golf instruction, and childcare services. Members particularly appreciate the quality instruction and clean, well-maintained environment.

Modern renovated facilitytop-quality equipmentvariety of classes and programs for all agesfriendly and helpful staff

Newport County Y-Aquidneck

4.08 score

4.1(20)

70 Reservoir Road, Middletown, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 51 children

Parents praise the Newport County Y's newly renovated facilities and extensive programming for families. The facility offers high-quality classes, equipment, and childcare services with friendly, professional staff. Parents particularly appreciate the free childcare service for young children and the variety of activities available for all ages.

newly renovated facilitiestop-notch equipmentclean and well-maintainedextensive class variety (yoga

Newport County Y-Twice As Nice

4.08 score

4.1(20)

792 Valley Road, Middletown, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 58 children

Reviews praise the Newport County Y's newly renovated facilities, diverse programming for families, and high-quality instruction from staff members. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, extensive class options, and affordable services. The center is particularly appreciated for its childcare support program that allows parents free supervision for up to 2 hours daily.

newly renovated facilitytop-notch equipmentclean facilitydiverse classes and programs (yoga

Newport County Y-Forest Avenue

4.08 score

4.1(20)

315 Forest Avenue, Middletown, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

Parents consistently praise the newly renovated facilities and extensive range of programs for children and adults. Staff members receive high marks for professionalism, friendliness, and care. The facility offers childcare services, aquatics, group fitness classes, golf instruction, and youth camps.

Newly renovated facilityhigh-quality equipmentclean facilityfriendly and helpful staff

Headstart Programs in Middletown, Rhode Island

There are 1 headstart programs in Middletown, Rhode Island, making up 8% of the 12 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 Middletown, 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 1 headstart programs daycares in Middletown, Rhode Island, out of 12 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 Middletown, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Rhode Island's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Rhode Island)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Middletown offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Rhode Island 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 Middletown for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Middletown must be licensed by Rhode Island'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.

1 Headstart Programs in Middletown, Rhode Island

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Middletown

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