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Best Before or After School Daycare in Fairfield, CT

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Fairfield. Average rating: 4.59/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fairfield, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.59/5
Parent reviews
104
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Fairfield has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 104 parent reviews averaging 4.59/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 06824 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairfield

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
    Easton Community Center B/A School Program
    4.66 score
    4.9(14)

    190 Putting Green Rd, Fairfield, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Parents consistently praise Easton Community Center's clean facility, passionate and professional staff, and diverse programming across age groups. The center excels at communication with parents, organizing engaging events, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive. Multiple reviewers highlight staff members by name and note their children look forward to attending daily.

    Clean facilityprofessional and energetic staffregular photo/email up
  2. 2
    Bear Hugs Child Care Center
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    554 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

    Bear Hugs Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported serious communication failures and unprofessional handling of a re-enrollment situation that resulted in job loss.

    caring and professional staffgood teacher-parent communication with photo updateschildren enjoy attendingowner is attentive to details
  3. 3
    Creative Minds Early Childhood Center
    3.74 score
    3.6(9)

    234 Greenfield St, Fairfield, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Creative Minds Early Childhood Center receives mostly positive reviews highlighting caring staff, educational activities, and a welcoming environment for diverse families. However, several negative reviews cite unprofessional phone interactions, concerns about staff appearance influencing perceptions of care quality, and questions about facility conditions and staff certification.

    Caring and nurturing staffeducational lessons and learning centersdiverse and inclusive env

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Fairfield

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 104 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.54avg rating
22 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fairfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0682416
5
4
0682512
4.26
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairfield (25–172 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

18

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Fairfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 22Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 3

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🎨 Preschools 4

Before or After School Daycare in Fairfield, Connecticut

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Fairfield, Connecticut, making up 11% of the 28 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 Fairfield have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 104 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Fairfield

Showing 3 results

Kids Care At Riverfield
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1625 Mill Plain Road, Fairfield, CT
Phone
(203) 767-1550
Ecc Holland Childcare
Before or After School Daycare
Address
105 Meadowcroft Rd, Fairfield, CT
Phone
(203) 459-9700
Kids Care At Burr School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1960 Burr St, Fairfield, CT
Phone
(203) 522-3553

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Fairfield, Connecticut, out of 28 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 Fairfield have an average Google rating of 4.59 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fairfield, 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
Fairfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Fairfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fairfield 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.