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Best Before or After School Daycare in Naugatuck, CT

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Naugatuck. Average rating: 4.04/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Naugatuck, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.04/5
Parent reviews
82
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Naugatuck has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 82 parent reviews averaging 4.04/5.The largest concentration is in 06770 with 13 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Naugatuck

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
    Buttons 'N Bows Preschool Day Care
    3.94 score
    3.9(9)

    980 Rubber Avenue Extension, Naugatuck, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Buttons 'N Bows Preschool Day Care receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, responsive communication via their app, and safe environment. However, some parents report unprofessional staff interactions, questionable health policy practices, and billing concerns for closures.

    Caring and dedicated teachersresponsive communication app with frequent updatesclean facilityupdated playgrounds
  2. 2
    Spark LLC - Little Learners
    3.6 score
    3.2(5)

    202 Water St, Naugatuck, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    SPARK LLC - Little Learners receives highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the clean facilities, caring teachers, responsive communication, and strong leadership from directors. Two parents report negative experiences with the owner, citing rudeness, lack of empathy, poor handling of behavioral issues, and prioritization of profit over child welfare.

    Clean and safe facilitiescaring and attentive teachersresponsive communication with parentsdaily photos and reports

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Naugatuck

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

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 82 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.04avg rating
9 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Naugatuck zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0677013
4.04
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Naugatuck (30–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Naugatuck

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

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Before or After School Daycare in Naugatuck, Connecticut

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Naugatuck, Connecticut, making up 23% of the 13 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 Naugatuck have an average rating of 4.04 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 20% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.04 stars. Our analysis covers 82 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Naugatuck, 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 Naugatuck

Showing 3 results

Spark - Hop Brook
Before or After School Daycare
Address
75 Crown St, Naugatuck, CT
Phone
(203) 841-8979
Spark - Andrew Avenue School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
140 Andrew Ave, Naugatuck, CT
Phone
(203) 841-8979
Naugatuck Ymca School'S Out-Western School
Before or After School Daycare

This facility receives consistently positive feedback with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents praise the friendly staff, clean facility, and variety of programs including fitness classes, swimming, and child watch services. Some note the building is dated but well-maintained with adequate equipment for most needs.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitychild watch program
Address
100 Pine St, Naugatuck, CT
Phone
(203) 525-3845

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Naugatuck, Connecticut, out of 13 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 Naugatuck have an average Google rating of 4.04 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 20% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Naugatuck, 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
Naugatuck offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Naugatuck for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Naugatuck 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.