8 Before or After School Daycare in Johnston, Rhode Island

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Johnston

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

   Johnston Child Care Center

   4.8 score

   5(20)

   87 Putnam Avenue, Johnston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 74 children

   Johnston Child Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the attentive and caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and excellent communication through the Bright Wheel app. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developing significantly across social and academic skills. The facility is described as clean, organized, and secure with low teacher turnover.

   Attentive and caring staffstrong educational programslow teacher turnoverexcellent communication via Bright Wheel app with daily photos and updates
2. 2

   New Era Enrichment Academy LLC

   4.69 score

   5(11)

   13 Hebdeen St, Johnston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

   New Era Enrichment Academy LLC is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, individualized attention, and bilingual curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially at the center.

   Dual language (English/Spanish) programindividualized child attention and behavioral supportoutdoor learning spaceclean and organized facilities
3. 3

   Creative Ctr. Day Care & Pre-S II

   4.39 score

   4.6(9)

   2952 Hartford Ave., Unit 5, Johnston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

   Parents consistently praise Creative Early Learning Center for its caring, experienced staff who provide a welcoming environment and support children's development and milestones. Children reportedly love attending and transition well into the program. One parent reported a significant dispute over tuition refunds during a Covid-related closure and issues with owner communication.

   Warm and reassuring teachersexperienced staff with longevitysupportive of child dev
4. 4

   Amazing Kids Academy

   4.3 score

   4.4(15)

   2 Morgan Mill Road, Johnston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

   Amazing Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented environment with caring, attentive staff. Parents highlight the center's clean facilities, structured learning activities, and smooth transitions for children of all ages. Multiple families report significant child development and express strong satisfaction with their experience.

   Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean facilitiesstructured learning activities
5. 5

   Cherry Hill Pre-School

   4.27 score

   4.5(6)

   10 Waterman Avenue, Johnston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

   Cherry Hill Pre-School, led by Miss Cheryl for over 30 years, receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, dedicated teaching staff and nurturing learning environment. Multiple multi-generational families have attended, with children showing improved confidence and enthusiasm for school. One negative review contradicts the consensus.

   Experiencedwarm and dedicated teachersstrong learning atmospherebuilds child confidence
6. 6

   Lollipop Learning Center LLC

   4.16 score

   4.3(6)

   2766 B Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

   Parents consistently praise Lollipop Learning Center for its high-quality, personalized care and engaging curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show social and educational growth. The owner Maria and staff are frequently described as caring, welcoming, and professional.

   Creative and engaging curriculumpersonalized attentionwelcoming environmentclean and cheerful facility
7. 7

   Tri County Comm. Aa - Johnston

   4.08 score

   4.1(20)

   1126 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

   Reviews consistently praise the staff and services at Tri-County Community Action Agency, with parents highlighting exceptional customer service, attentive healthcare providers, and comprehensive services. Multiple reviewers specifically commend individual staff members by name for their professionalism, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond. Parents appreciate the accessibility, convenience, and welcoming atmosphere of the facility.

   Pleasant and respectful staffexcellent customer service representatives (Yanira and Shirley noted)attentive healthcare providerspatient nurse practitioners
8. 8

   Creative Center Day Care II INC.

   3.55 score

   3.1(5)

   2952 Hartford Avenue, Unit 3, Johnston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

   CREATIVE CENTER DAY CARE II INC. receives mixed reviews with significant concerns. Positive reviews praise the caring and responsive staff, cleanliness, and strong care for children with special needs. However, negative reviews cite poor communication responsiveness, concerning staff behavior, and overall quality concerns.

   caring and responsive staffclean facilitygood for special needs childrenconstant parent communication
9. 9

   Creative Center After School Progr

   3.55 score

   3.1(5)

   2952 Hartford Avenue, Unit 1, Johnston, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 42 children

   Creative Center After School Program receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents who highlight caring and responsive staff, cleanliness, and good communication. However, there are serious concerns raised about responsiveness to enrollment inquiries and alleged inappropriate handling of children.

   caring and loving staffresponsive to parent questionsclean facilitygood communication with parents
10. 10

    Dreamland Learning Center II

    3.3 score

    3.1(17)

    1253 Hartford Avenue, Johnston, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children

    Dreamland Learning Center II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring, attentive staff and a nurturing environment. However, two recent negative reviews raise serious concerns about operational reliability, staffing issues, and unprofessional handling of enrollment and billing matters.

    Attentive and caring staffsmall class sizes with good student-to-teacher ratiosclean facilityengaging curriculum

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