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Daycares in Old Lyme, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 29 listed daycares

Lola's Little Ones In-home Daycare

Enrolling my son to Lola's Daycare is the best decision that I could have made. He grew to love going to Lola's in very short time, where he...

- Hoa N.

Cde Co-Op Nursery School

Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school...

- LE

Leaps & Bounds

We used Miss Jill for our older daughter. Miss Jill is amazing, warm, kind, flexible, and was a joy to work with. She eased many of my fears...

- Fionnuala D.

Daycare Centers Near Old Lyme

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Old Lyme Children's Learning Center

57 Lyme St Old Lyme, CT

Child care
Old Lyme Children's Learning Center is an NAEYC-accredited childcare facility in Old Lyme, Connecticut that takes care of children between the ages of six weeks and fifth grade. The center takes pride in their constructive, play-based curriculum that aims to enhance the children's socio-emotional, language, cognitive, and small...
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Lola's Little Ones In-home Daycare

1 Mackenzie Road Waterford, CT

5.0(1)
At Lola's I recognize being a working parent is not easy. I strive to make Lola's Daycare a loving, nurturing, learning environment which will be safe, fun, and energetic. I have years of experience raising, caring for and nurturing children. I have completed the Care4kids Provider Orientation and will be accepting the...

Hoa N. says "Enrolling my son to Lola's Daycare is the best decision that I could have made. He grew to love going to Lola's in very short time, where he was cared and...

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Mari's Place Family Daycare

239 Elm Street Old Saybrook, CT

State license verified

Mari's Place Family Daycare is a Connecticut licensed child nurturing, developmental oriented and child-safe home environment. About me: I have worked with children for a period over fifteen years and I can truly say that there is nothing is this world that gives me more satisfaction than to guide and witness the development...
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Rainbow Hill Special Needs Program

P.O.Box 383 East Haddam, CT

International
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
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We provide early child-hood day services as well as an after-school program. We specialize in helping children with special needs but all children are welcome.
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The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

96 Essex Rd Old Saybrook, CT

State license verified

Montessori
International
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
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The Children's Tree Montessori School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering full and part time classes for toddler 18-36 months, preschool and kindergarten children ages 3-6 years and elementary school for children in K-6th grade from 6-12 yrs old, with plans to open a middle school in the near future. The school holds dual national...
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Cde Co-Op Nursery School

24 River St Deep River, CT

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Cde Co-Op Nursery School is a cooperative, non-profit, non-sectarian, inclusive preschool with a staff and membership of families who are dedicated to providing the very best in preschool education to children ages 2, 3, 4 and 5. The school appreciates and respects the uniqueness of every child. They believe in identifying...

LE says "Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school and love being...

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Leaps & Bounds

213 Black Ash Rd Oakdale, CT

5.0(1)
My name is Jill. My Family Day Care Home has been licensed for 11 years. I currently have an opening for age 2 or older. I offer a professional preschool curriculum which includes a daily art project, reading and math readiness as well as fine and gross motor development. References provided upon request.

Fionnuala D. says "We used Miss Jill for our older daughter. Miss Jill is amazing, warm, kind, flexible, and was a joy to work with. She eased many of my fears about...

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Ballestrini's Daycare Center

11 Centre St Ste 2 Salem, CT

Child care
Ballestrini's Daycare Center offers educational child care programs geared towards infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Based in Salem Connecticut, the company also provides enrichment for kindergarten students, before and after-school care for school-age children, and summer camp programs. Ballestrini's Daycare Center is open...
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Smallplanet Childcare Home Daycare

18 Ridge Rd East Haddam, CT

Smallplanet Childcare is a CT licensed family daycare located on a quiet cul de sac centrally located in East Haddam, It is close to Moodus center and the East Haddam Swing Bridge. I have been caring for the children of East Haddam and Moodus for over 15 years. I am married for over 20 years and have three almost grown children...
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Mary's Day Care

45 Laurel Point Dr Oakdale, CT

Child care
Mary's Day Care is a childcare provider that serves the community of Oakdale CT. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among children. The childcare center promotes balanced learning by integrating child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities.
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Two of My Own Day Care

63 Bushy Hill Rd Ivoryton, CT

Child care
Two of My Own Day Care is designed to develop the personality of the whole child. The center provides a calm and supportive atmosphere for children, in which qualities of independence, self-discipline, caring for the environment and others can be encouraged through the love of learning and having fun.
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Schoolmates Preschool

67 Main St Ivoryton, CT

Child care
Preschool
Located in Ivoryton, Connecticut, Schoolmates Preschool provides early childhood education to children. It offers a learning environment rich in language, math, science, and problem-solving. The Preschool uses the Common Core Curriculum that promotes every child's physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and cognitive growth....
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The Children's Gathering

221 Roxbury Rd Niantic, CT

Child care
Preschool
The Children's Gathering is a childcare facility in Niantic, Connecticut. It has a maximum capacity of 19 children between the ages of six weeks and twelve years old. The center offers comprehensive, stimulating early childhood education and care on a full-time basis.
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The Creative Playschool Inc

29 Society Rd Niantic, CT

Child care
The Creative Playschool, Inc located at 29 Society Road, Niantic, CT is a non-profit, non-denominational cooperative preschool for children ages three to six years old. The school offers extensive programs and curriculum designed to meet the developmental needs of the children.
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Community Co-Op Nursery School

366 Main St Old Saybrook, CT

Child care
Community Co-Op Nursery School is a childcare and education provider that serves the community of Old Saybrook CT. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate programs that foster holistic development among children age three to five. The center has a capacity of 27 children and serves them Mondays through...
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Essex Kindercare

158 WESTBROOK RD ESSEX, CT

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Essex KinderCare in Connecticut! We're located within a convenient distance from each of our three villages. Our teachers recognize the importance of offering a full and diverse education, and they bring their passion for art, music, and literature to the classroom. We build a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for...
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Paulette's Home Daycare

22 Butter Jones Road Chester, CT

State license verified

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
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I offer creative play and crafts, imaginative playtime, nature time (as much outdoor play as possible), cooking, and quiet time for reading or napping. I have a small nature trail in the backyard and a medium sized yard for outdoor play. We go on small local field trips to parks, nature centers, and beaches. I have experience...
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The Sherwood School

45 Sherwood Ter Old Saybrook, CT

Child care
Preschool
The Sherwood School, Inc. in Old Saybrook, Connecticut is a Church-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 68 children from three years old to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
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Camp Hazen YMCA is a summer camp and outdoor education center located in Chester, Connecticut. It has been providing quality camping experiences for more than 90 years. The center offers programs that develop valuable life skills. Its camping programs enable children to have healthy bodies, awakened spirits, and open minds.
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Special needs
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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We offer child day care and after-school art, music, and educational activities. We also offer hourly care. We provide excellent services to the children and specialize in helping children with disabilities.
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Daycare centers near you in Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme, 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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