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Daycares in Hamden, CT are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

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

LITTLE TOTS PLAY CARE

I definitely recommend to family and friends!

- Steven O.

Kristy's Home Daycare

Kristy has offered exceptional care for my infant grandson. Her education, experience as a mother and heart have made our first childcare...

- Laurie F.

Daycare Centers Near Hamden

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Shining Stars Child Care, LLC

40 Pearl Ave Hamden, CT

Child care
Shining Stars Child Care, LLC is an establishment situated in Hamden, CT that is providing services for the students in the community. This child care organization currently accepts children in the surrounding areas ranging from zero to five years old. This child care center started operating in the year 2009 and is...
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St Stephen School

412 Ridge Rd Hamden, CT

Child care
St. Stephen School provides an after-school childcare program in Hamden, Connecticut. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination in a Catholic environment. St Stephen School...
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Hamden Youth Services Bureau Child Care is a childcare facility that accepts young children three to twelve years of age throughout the Hamden community of Connecticut. The center can accommodate up to 56 children and seeks to provide a wide array of early childhood education programs for preschoolers and school-age students.

Harris & Tucker School Inc

412 Newhall Street Hamden, CT

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Harris & Tucker School is the oldest family owned and operated child care programs based on the New Haven, Hamden border. We are a faith based program that focuses on the whole child and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Preschool culinary arts with a farm to table program and a security system that is second to none.

Babysitter

31 First St. Hamden, CT

I'm a student at Hamden High School. I'm a senior and I love taking care of kids. I like spending time with children such as playing games,tutoring, etc. I'm really caring and responsible and is willing to babysit after school. around 1:30 p.m. the latest 2p.m. Thanks, Lucero

Flower Patch Daycare

24 Laura Rd Hamden, CT

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Flower Patch Daycare offers quality child care and enrichment learning services to young children. This organization in Hamden, CT nurtures the necessary skills to students while promoting values, love, and respect. They support the holistic growth and development in a stimulating, clean, secure, and safe environment where they...

The Smart Start Preschool and Learning Center

4133 Whitney Ave Hamden, CT

State license verified

The Smart Start Preschool and Learning Center is a state licensed preschool and child care center. It currently has PT and FT openings for children ages three to 5 years old. Located near the Hamden/Cheshire town lines. Certified Staff is trained in CPR and First Aid. Preschool program is dedicated to the physical,...

PRECIOUS TREASURERS ACADEMY

999 FOXON RD STE 2 & 3 NORTH BRANFORD, CT

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1300/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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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LITTLE TOTS PLAY CARE

50 FITCH ST NEW HAVEN, CT

5.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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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Kristy's Home Daycare

16 Oakwood Drive Beacon Falls, CT

5.0(1)
My goal for Kristy's Home Daycare is to create a home away from home for all children in my care. The mission at Kristy's Home Daycare is to provide a safe, fun and interactive place where children love to come everyday and a place where parents feel great about leaving their children while they are working. I am dedicated to...

Laurie F. says "Kristy has offered exceptional care for my infant grandson. Her education, experience as a mother and heart have made our first childcare experience a...

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Bounces & Giggles

11 Autumn Court Northford, CT

5.0(6)
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...

Lauren says "We have been using this daycare for the past 5 years. I have loved knowing that my girls were at a second home. They were always treated as family and were...

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Kokopelli Discovery Center

44 Smith Street Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
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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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Morning Glory Early Learning Center LLC

1859 Chapel St New Haven, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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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GENTLE HANDS ACADEMY DAYCARE

99 TOWNSEND AVE NEW HAVEN, CT

State license verified

starting at
$250/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
Cooperative
+ 6 more
Gentle Hands Academy Daycare is a superior childcare center created to provide quality education and services to the children and families of the great State of Connecticut. Our organization offers more than 20 years of experience in education.
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Cadence Academy Preschool

801 Baldwin Road 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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Little Einsteins Day Care

82 Prospect Pl Ext East Haven, CT

Loving Home daycare were I treat your child as if they are my own. I am CPR/First Aid certified and accept care 4 Kids. I have my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education.Have a big yard for kids to play, as well as a curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten
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Aunt Sue Daycare

229 Homeside Avenue 229 Homeside Ave West Haven, CT

At Aunt Sue Daycare learning will be fun, easy, and exciting. we will utilize a diverse and hands-on approach to learning by guiding students to use their five senses to explore everything around them. Meal available accepting infants and toddlers. .
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Samantha's In Home Child Care

4 Ray St Seymour, CT

Mrs Samantha has worked with children of all ages for the past 5+ years. She worked in Stamford, CT at a home child Daycare/Preschool for the past 3 years and in Norwalk, CT as a Color Guard Instructor for Norwalk Marching Bears Inc. She is now a stay at home mother who would like to watch a few kids at an affordable rate! She...
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6272 - Tutor Time of West Haven

221 Bull Hill Lane 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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Tati's Daycare

143 Jackson Street Ansonia, CT

I am looking for 3 to 6 kids to open up my daycare. I am currently a nanny seeking to open up my daycare at my own home. I had my daycare for 6 years from my house with only 1 child. His mom then got laid off and I went out to work as a nanny. But I miss taking care of kids from my house and would love to start my own daycare...

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Hamden, CT

Daycare centers near you in Hamden, CT offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Hamden, CT provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Hamden, CT for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Hamden, CT include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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