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Best Before or After School Daycare in Southington, CT

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Southington. Average rating: 4.36/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Southington, Connecticut at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.36/5
Parent reviews
112
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Southington has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 112 parent reviews averaging 4.36/5.The largest concentration is in 06489 with 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Southington

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
    St. Dominic Childcare Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1050 Flanders Rd, Southington, CT · Church Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    St. Dominic Childcare Center in Southington is a religious facility with a 4.7/5 Google rating. However, the available reviews primarily focus on the church itself rather than childcare services, highlighting the welcoming parish community, clergy, and facilities.

    Friendly and welcoming congregationcompassionate clergy leadershipwell-maintained facilities with good acoustics and ample spacecommunity programs including Bible studies and social events
  2. 2
    My Little Rascals
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    445 N Main St, Southington, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 31 children

    My Little Rascals Too in Southington receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, educational activities, strong communication through a mobile app, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

    caring and attentive staffeducational and age-appropriate activitiesdaily photo/communication appclean facility
  3. 3
    My Little Rascals Too
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1850 West St, Southington, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    My Little Rascals Too receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are excited to attend and experiencing strong developmental growth. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, engaging educational activities, and excellent parent communication through a daily photo app. The facility is noted for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment with flexible scheduling and reasonable pricing.

    Caring and invested teacherschild enthusiasm and engagementdevelopmental milestone trackingdiverse activities and field trips
  4. 4
    Southington Community Ymca School Age Program
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    29 High St, Southington, CT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Southington Community YMCA School Age Program is highly regarded as a community pillar with clean, modern facilities and quality child care services. Parents consistently praise the friendly staff, well-maintained equipment, and diverse programming including preschool and specialized programs like Jump Start. One parent reported a negative staff interaction, but noted the manager's positive response.

    Clean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffm

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Southington

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
5
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.31avg rating
13 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Church Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Southington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0648917
4.36
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Southington (20–156 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Southington

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Southington, Connecticut

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Southington, Connecticut, making up 18% of the 17 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 Southington have an average rating of 4.36 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 112 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Southington, 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 Southington

Showing 3 results

Ymca School Age Program At Derynoski School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
240 Main St, Southington, CT
Phone
(860) 637-7423
Ymca Sacc @ Strong School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
820 Marion Avenue, Southington, CT
Phone
(860) 637-6676
Ymca Sacc @ Thalberg School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
145 Dunham Road, Southington, CT
Phone
(860) 637-2503

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Southington, Connecticut, out of 17 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 Southington have an average Google rating of 4.36 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Southington, 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
Southington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 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 Southington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Southington 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.