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Child Care Centers in New Haven, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

PRECIOUS TREASURERS ACADEMY

I couldn't be happier with my experience at this daycare. The staff is exceptional, always attentive, and caring towards the children....

- Care member

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 WHITE HOUSE LEARNING CENTER

I found out I was pregnant at the height of the pandemic. LWH was one of the only daycare facilities to return my calls and e-mails and...

- Stephanie W.

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PRECIOUS TREASURERS ACADEMY

999 FOXON RD STE 2 N BRANFORD, CT

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
At Precious Treasures Academy, we take great pride in always providing quality childcare as well as providing strong educational programs to the children we serve. We are dedicated to ensuring that each child not only thrives socially in our structured environment but also emotionally, physically and academically. Our primary...

Care Member says "I couldn't be happier with my experience at this daycare. The staff is exceptional, always attentive, and caring towards the children. Communication...

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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 WHITE HOUSE LEARNING CENTER

69 WOODMONT RD MILFORD, CT

4.8(5)

State license verified

Child care
The Little White House Learning Center, LLC is a state licensed early childhood center focusing on the education, socialization and development of children. Established in 1965 we have continued to provide high quality childcare. At The Little White House Learning Center, LLC, we believe that it is a priority for each child to...

Stephanie W. says "I found out I was pregnant at the height of the pandemic. LWH was one of the only daycare facilities to return my calls and e-mails and offered to show...

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Kokopelli Discovery Center

44 Smith Street Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
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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GOOD CHILD TRANSITIONAL CENTER

380 BOSTON POST RD STE 5 STE 5 ORANGE, CT

State license verified

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
At Good Child, we prepare our children to be part of a vibrant community that they will nurture and grow with by offering emotional and social development support in smaller classroom settings. We have 4 bright, cheerful classrooms with smaller child-to-teacher ratios, guaranteeing your child will have more one-to-one attention....
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The Nest Schools Hamden

1315 DIXWELL AVE HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Kiddie Care Clubhouse LLC

375 MAIN ST ANSONIA, CT

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
International
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
+ 6 more
Kiddie Care Clubhouse meets the needs of each child and family in a safe, educational environment. We pride our center's focus on the individual needs of each child, while providing quality, reliable and safe child care services. Every child is a different kind of flower, All together they make this world a...
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TRINITY COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

33 CENTER RD WOODBRIDGE, CT

State license verified

starting at
$535/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
At Trinity Community Preschool, we believe that early childhood education lays the foundation for lifelong learning. Our program is designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence in children ages 2 to 5, through a play-based curriculum that integrates social-emotional development, early literacy, Stem exploration, and...
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Educare Learning Academy

1911 State Street Hamden, CT

State license verified

International
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Cooperative
Academic
+ 2 more
We Care for your Child's Education We promote in children self-confidence and the love for learning, by providing a safe and nurturing environment where children reach their full potential. We regard families as a child's first and most important educator. We wish to support parent's efforts in raising a healthy and happy...
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THE LEARNING CURVE DAYCARE CENTER

60 CONNOLLY PKWY BLDG 18 HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Cooperative
Academic
+ 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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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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Bounces & Giggles

11 Autumn Court Northford, CT

Experienced, caring daycare provider with 10 years of in-home child care experience and 2 years' prior daycare center experience. I am licensed by the State of CT, have one employee (with 16+ years' experience) and we are both CPR and First Aid certified. I have raised three of my own children, ages 24, 22 & 12. I have a...
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Over The Rainbow Hamden

700 Hartford Turnpike HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
Over the Rainbow — Where Learning and Fun Go Hand in Hand! Since 2012, Over the Rainbow has been proudly serving families in our community with exceptional childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Our play-based program combines a nurturing atmosphere with an outstanding curriculum designed to help every child grow...
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Special needs
International
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Infant and Toddler learning center, encouraging children to be amazing individuals and learn, play, grow to their full potential!

David D says "We have been with Educare for 18 months. The experience has exceeded our expectations. Our child was Spanish speaking and within 6 months was bilingual...

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Twin Lake Childrens Center Inc

999 Foxon Rd Ste 2 North Branford, CT

3.0(1)
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Twin Lake Childrens Center Inc in North Branford, Connecticut, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant, toddler, preschool that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to...

Mukund N. says "Our daughter never got used to the staff ( generally she is friendly and able to let go of mom and dad within half an hour or so) We also had some issues...

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Sunshine Preschool

20 Augur Street Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care

Care Member says "I highly recommend this school. If you want to prepare your child for elementary school then this is the place for it. The staff is caring and the kids...

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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 Learn With Me

172 CEDAR ST BRANFORD, CT

State license verified

starting at
$1060/mo
At ABC Learn with Me, Inc we consider it our privilege to accompany children as they embark on a journey of growth and exploration. In our full-service programs, children six weeks to 12 years of age, will experience a world rich with discovery. Enhance cognitive, social, physical and emotional well-being guided by skilled and...
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SEE US GROW CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER

1052 S COLONY RD WALLINGFORD, CT

State license verified

starting at
$1450/mo
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
We are a fun, loving center who considers ourselves extended family. We pride ourselves of offering loving care with fun learning experiences for all ages.
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Branford Family Resource Center

12 Melrose Ave Branford, CT

Child care
Branford Family Resource Center is an educational facility that serves the community of Branford CT. It offers an enriching environment and uses child-centered curriculum that foster self-confidence and sense of freedom among children. The center provides balanced learning by integrating recreational activities with academics.
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in New Haven, CT

Child care centers near you in New Haven, 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 New Haven, 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 New Haven, 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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