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Best Church Daycare in Gales Ferry, CT

Compare 2 church daycare in Gales Ferry. Average rating: 4.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gales Ferry, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.97/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Gales Ferry offers 2 licensed church daycare, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.97/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gales Ferry

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.

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    St. Luke Grins And Giggles Preschool
    4.58 score
    4.9(9)

    1830 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 16 children

    St. Luke Grins and Giggles Preschool is a religious facility in Gales Ferry, Connecticut with a 4.9/5 Google rating. However, the available reviews do not appear to be from parents about the daycare itself, but rather from community members attending church services, blood drives, AA meetings, and other church events.

    Welcoming and inclusive communityLGBTQ-affirming (Reconciling in Christ)clean facilitiesfriendly staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Gales Ferry

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Gales Ferry, based on parent reviews

Church Daycare

4.95avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gales Ferry (16–62 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gales Ferry based on parent reviews

St. Luke Grins And Giggles Preschool

4.9(9)

1830 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT

St. Luke Grins and Giggles Preschool is a religious facility in Gales Ferry, Connecticut with a 4.9/5 Google rating. However, the available reviews do not appear to be from parents about the daycare itself, but rather from community members attending church services, blood drives, AA meetings, and other church events.

Welcoming and inclusive communityLGBTQ-affirming (Reconciling in Christ)clean facilities

United Methodist Child Care Center

5(1)

10 Chapman Ln, Gales Ferry, CT

One parent describes their experience at this religious facility as excellent, noting that they feel extremely lucky to have found it. The reviewer highlights that everyone at the center is appreciated and that the children absolutely love attending.

Highly appreciated staffchildren love the programparent feels lucky to have found the center

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Daycare types in Gales Ferry

Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Church Daycare in Gales Ferry, Connecticut

There are 2 church daycare in Gales Ferry, Connecticut, making up 67% of the 3 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 Gales Ferry have an average rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Gales Ferry

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United Methodist Child Care Center
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes their experience at this religious facility as excellent, noting that they feel extremely lucky to have found it. The reviewer highlights that everyone at the center is appreciated and that the children absolutely love attending.

Highly appreciated staffchildren love the programparent feels lucky to have found the center
Address
10 Chapman Ln, Gales Ferry, CT
Phone
(860) 464-7482
St. Luke Grins And Giggles Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

St. Luke Grins and Giggles Preschool is a religious facility in Gales Ferry, Connecticut with a 4.9/5 Google rating. However, the available reviews do not appear to be from parents about the daycare itself, but rather from community members attending church services, blood drives, AA meetings, and other church events.

Welcoming and inclusive communityLGBTQ-affirming (Reconciling in Christ)clean facilities
Address
1830 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT
Phone
(860) 464-7897

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 church daycare daycares in Gales Ferry, Connecticut, out of 3 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 Gales Ferry have an average Google rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gales Ferry, 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
Gales Ferry offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Gales Ferry for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gales Ferry 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.