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Child Care Centers in West Haven, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

GOOD CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

My grandson has been there since he was 7 weeks old, he is now in Pre-K all of his teachers have been wonderful with not just him but our...

- Care member

Young Heart's Day Care Center

My son started at the age of 2 months old until 5 years old. He was well prepared for kindergarten. Spelling his name by the age of 4,...

- Care member

KIDS WONDERLAND PRE-SCHOOL / CWT RESOLUTION TEEN CENTER

Its great! They are wonderful. Everything is clean and they are great with the kids.

- Alaina X.

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EDUCARE LEARNING ACADEMY

1911 STATE ST HAMDEN, CT

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
International
Special needs
Child care
We are a High Quality, Affordable Educational Care with Warm and Caring Teachers. We serve infants from 8 weeks to 5 years old. Our facility offers bright classrooms and a private playground. Your children will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. We...
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GOOD CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

170 OLD POINT RD MILFORD, CT

5.0(5)

State license verified

Special needs
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
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. We have 9 bright, cheerful classrooms; 2 Infant Classrooms, 5 Toddler Classrooms, and 2 Preschool Classrooms. Our playground area is divided into toddler and...

Care Member says "My grandson has been there since he was 7 weeks old, he is now in Pre-K all of his teachers have been wonderful with not just him but our entire family....

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Young Heart's Day Care Center

143 LEEDER HILL DR HAMDEN, CT

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1500/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Welcome to our Day Care Center, where we prioritize quality child care in a nurturing and stimulating environment. Our center is designed to support the holistic development of children, addressing their mental, emotional, physical, and social needs. We provide a comfortable space that encourages exploration and creativity,...

Care Member says "My son started at the age of 2 months old until 5 years old. He was well prepared for kindergarten. Spelling his name by the age of 4, counting and...

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KIDS WONDERLAND PRE-SCHOOL / CWT RESOLUTION TEEN CENTER

109 BOSTON POST RD ORANGE, CT

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$320/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kid's Wonderland Preschool/CWT Resolution Teen Center With our progressive and holistic early childhood education philosophy, we understand that each child has unique needs and interests. We provide the environment and tools your child needs to thrive to the best of their abilities. When we expose children to different...

Alaina X. says "Its great! They are wonderful. Everything is clean and they are great with the kids. "

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6661 - Tutor Time of Milford

470 BRIDGEPORT AVE MILFORD, CT

5.0(2)

State license verified

Day Care
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....

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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Kokopelli Discovery Center

44 Smith Street Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 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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WOODBRIDGE CHILD CENTER

4 MEETINGHOUSE LN WOODBRIDGE, CT

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1452/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Nestled in the heart of Woodbridge, just steps away from the Town Library, Fire Station, Police Station, and Town Hall, Woodbridge Child Center has been a trusted part of the community for nearly 30 years. We provide a warm, nurturing environment where your child can explore, learn, and grow through play.

Care Member says "Have been thrilled with the WCC for our first child who is currently enrolled there. WCC is open more days than most daycares, recognizing how busy...

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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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Cadence Academy Preschool

801 BALDWIN RD ORANGE, CT

State license verified

Day Care
Child 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....

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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Over The Rainbow Hamden

700 Hartford Turnpike HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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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THE LEARNING CURVE DAYCARE CENTER

60 CONNOLLY PKWY BLDG 18 HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
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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TRINITY COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

33 CENTER RD WOODBRIDGE, CT

State license verified

starting at
$535/mo
Faith based
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 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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The Nest Schools Hamden

1315 DIXWELL AVE HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
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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Kiddie Care Clubhouse LLC

375 MAIN ST ANSONIA, CT

State license verified

starting at
$1600/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Academic
Reggio emilia
Faith based
+ 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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GOOD CHILD TRANSITIONAL CENTER

380 BOSTON POST RD STE 5 STE 5 ORANGE, CT

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
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 Goddard School Shelton

749 Bridgeport Ave  SHELTON, CT

State license verified

starting at
$1898/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
At The Goddard School of Shelton, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We offer not just peace of mind but also a profound sense of security and confidence in the care and education your child receives. Our dedicated team of educators and caregivers create an environment where your child not only thrives...
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Educare Learning Academy

1911 State Street Hamden, CT

State license verified

International
Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
+ 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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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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Sunshine Preschool

20 Augur Street Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
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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Child care centers near you in West 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 West 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 West 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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