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Morning Glory Early Learning Center LLC

Home-like setting with great staff!

- Alana

Catbells Home Daycare

Diana provided outstanding childcare for my two children, both at her in-home daycare and at a childcare facility in our town. I first met...

- Alison H

LITTLE TOTS PLAY CARE

I definitely recommend to family and friends!

- Steven O.

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Noah's Ark Early Learning Center

27 9th St Derby, CT

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Noah's Ark Early Learning Center located in Derby, CT is an Evangelical Christian-based provider of quality childcare for children ages eight weeks to sixth grade. The center offers innovative infant, preschool, nursery school, and before and after school care programs.
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Long, Sharon Developmental Daycare For Infants and Toddler in Derby, Connecticut is a home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 6 children from infants to five years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall...
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Morning Glory Early Learning Center LLC

1859 Chapel St New Haven, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Morning Glory Early Learning Center LLC is an NAEYC Accredited childcare center. From toddlers to school aged children, our mission is to provide quality child care in a home-like setting.

Alana says "Home-like setting with great staff!"

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Catbells Home Daycare

932 Dunbar Hill Road Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
Catbells is a flexible program, focused on creating a nurturing environment that will enrich the lives of young children. Owned and operated by Diana Theriault, it is fully licensed as a home daycare. Diana began working with children when her daughter was about a year old. She started as a teaching assistant in the Step By...

Alison H says "Diana provided outstanding childcare for my two children, both at her in-home daycare and at a childcare facility in our town. I first met Diana when my...

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LITTLE TOTS PLAY CARE

50 FITCH ST NEW HAVEN, CT

5.0(4)

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
We are a community of educators who value play based learning as a tool to supporting growing young minds. We service children from birth to five and provide an excellent interactive approach to learning through books, games, activities, songs, art and much more. Schedule a tour with us today we are excited to meet you. We are...

Steven O. says "I definitely recommend to family and friends!"

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Kokopelli Discovery Center

44 Smith Street Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Child care
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We are a private preschool program that teaches students using the S.T.E.A.M approach. Children learn through hands on experiences and lessons that include science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. We have a quality program where students feel confident in an environment that fosters creativity and promotes...

Christina G. says "My son started going to Kokopelli at the beginning if this years Pre-K program and i was so concerned with him adjusting to a new school being in a...

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Cadence Academy Preschool

801 BALDWIN RD ORANGE, CT

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
About Cadence Academy Preschool in Orange, CT Looking for preschools in Orange, CT? Cadence Academy Preschool is an Orange, CT early education center dedicated to the well-being and development of children. Our commitment is to provide quality childcare in a warm and nurturing environment where children are made to feel...
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6663 - Tutor Time of Shelton

708 BRIDGEPORT AVE SHELTON, CT

State license verified

Child care
Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational....
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THE LEARNING CURVE DAYCARE CENTER

60 CONNOLLY PKWY BLDG 18 HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Special needs
Academic
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
The Learning Curve is a daycare with child-centered classrooms created for responsiveness to the children’s needs where they are likely to flourish. A child-centered classroom differs from a teacher-directed in the materials, questions, and activities introduced by the teacher are open-ended. There are many possible...
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6272 - Tutor Time of West Haven

221 BULL HILL LN WEST HAVEN, CT

State license verified

Child care
Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational....
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MEKOSHA DAYCARE CENTER

2690 E MAIN ST BRIDGEPORT, CT

State license verified

Special needs
Child care
At Mekosha Daycare, we have a clean and spacious environment. We are excited to work with your child and provide a comprehensive education that includes social skills, academics, music, art, yoga, health and nutrition, and physical activities. Our location is excellent for Bridgeport, Trumbull, and Stratford families. We...
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Building Blocks Monroe

477 MAIN ST MONROE, CT

State license verified

Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Building Blocks offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their needs. Building Blocks Monroe (formerly...
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The Nest Schools Hamden

1315 DIXWELL AVE HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Day Care
Preschool
Child care
At The Nest Schools, each day holds a promise to our families. We create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. Everything we do is intended to foster a love of learning and set our children up for a lifetime of happiness and...
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Bethesda Nursery School

305 St. Ronan St New Haven, CT

Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
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Founded in 1961, Bethesda Nursery School is a small, private nursery school in New Haven, Connecticut, that serves the families of three, four, and five-year-old children. We are a non-sectarian, non-profit organization that is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and licensed by the...
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Bethany Nursery Group

511 Amity Rd Bethany, CT

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Bethany Nursery Group is a Preschool for 3-5 year old kids. Our nurturing and dedicated staff provide a program rich with literature and learning opportunities, while still leaving ample time to play, create and explore! Children receive an abundance of academic and social skills, as well as fine and gross motor skills, as they...
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Woodbridge Child Center, Inc.

4 Meetinghouse Lane Woodbridge, CT

5.0(14)

Christine H. says "WCC is a hidden gem! Both of my children have been attending the Woodbridge Child Center since they were 12 weeks old and I fully trust the center's...

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ABC Child Care and Learning Center

2740 Broadbridge Ave Stratford, CT

3.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
ABC Child Care and Learning Center is a child care facility located at 2740 Broadbridge Ave. Stratford, CT. Their facility provides services for children from 6 weeks up to pre-kindergarden years. They offer a place where children can build their physical, intellectual, social and emotional needs.

Rebecca T. says "I had my son at ABC for approximately 2 months. His first few weeks went great and he was really happy there. He wouldn't cry when I dropped him off and...

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Noah's Ark Day Care

206 Lane St Hamden, CT

4.0(1)
Child care
Noah’s Ark Day Care, Hamden, CT, is a child care center established in 2008. It is a state certified preschool and daycare center. They provide an age-appropriate programs for children ages 3 to 12 years of age. They have a certified CPR and first aid trained staff.

Mother says "Noahs ark in a great place the staff are professional and very loving towards the children. No child is a number. They are very flexible. And work with...

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Patricia Michaud Daycare

108 Lenox Ave Milford, CT

5.0(1)
Child care

Therese M. says "Follows state regs. Organized,caring,efficient,loves ,her job.Loves children.Beyond hygienic.wonderful care giver.2 boys love Patty!!"

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Tiny Blessings Daycare, LLC

138 Hubinger St New Haven, CT

4.0(4)
Child care
Tiny Blessings Daycare, LLC is an educational childcare provider located at 138 Hubinger Street, New Haven, Connecticut. It is open from Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, serving infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children and providing them a safe, comfortable learning environment. This daycare facility...

Vanessa S. says "I recently went to visit this daycare & was highly impressed with not only the owner but with her daycare as a whole as well. I will not only be...

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Child care centers near you in Derby, CT provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Derby, CT have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Derby, CT. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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