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Portland Youth Services Child Care

5 Lower Main St Portland, CT

Child care
Portland Youth Services Child Care is an early childhood center that offers day care services geared for preschool and school-age children. The company is based in Portland, Connecticut and enrolls kids between the ages of zero to eighteen years old. Portland Youth Services Child Care also provides after-school programs and...
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Day Care Centers Nurseries

81 High St Portland, CT

Offering quality child care services, Day Care Centers Nurseries features enrichment learning programs to young children. Nurturing the necessary skills to students, this child care organization in Portland, CT promotes values, love, and respect. They educate the kids while having fun and support their holistic growth and...
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Family Day Care Home

9 Scenic Dr Portland, CT

In-Home daycare
Child care
Family Day Care Home is a childcare provider that serves the community of Portland CT. It offers a warm and friendly environment and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among children. The center aims to strengthen children's educational foundation and life skills to make sure that they will be...
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Little Rascals Daycare

14 Commerce St Portland, CT

Child care
Little Rascals Daycare is a childcare provider that serves the community of Portland CT. It offers a warm and loving environment where children are free to explore, discover and learn. It provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's social skills, emotional stability, and intellectual abilities. The center...
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Miss Poppy's Place

146 Timber Ridge Road Middletown, CT

5.0(6)
I'm a home daycare that provides a safe and loving environment for your infant/child. I can give you excellent references from parents and kids.

Allison D. says "Patti is absolutely wonderful. She's taken care of our daughter since November 2018 and our little one absolutely THRIVES in Patti's care. She kicks her...

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Kids Village Daycare

36 Hewitt St Wethersfield, CT

3.0(2)

State license verified

At Kids Village Learning Center we offer full-time and part-time care for infants through age 5 years old along with before & after school care for children ages 5 years old through 12 years old. We will offer drop-in by the hour care for those who need last minute care. We are very flexible with time. We work around the...

Alisa L. says "Both of my kids go to kids village and they love it! Ms.Jasna and her team are great with kids. My son is 16 months and already knows his ABCs and can...

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Kiddie Academy of Rocky Hill

158 NEW BRITAIN AVE ROCKY HILL, CT

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...
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Kids Cave Daycare

27 Judd RD. Wethersfield, CT

State license verified

Dear Families, We are open when you need us! Finding the right care for your child should give you a sense of comfort and confidence in knowing your child's well-being and development is our priority!! We truly believe children learn best through play and socialization with others. We have a pre-school set up; our day...
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Building Blocks Middletown

800 EAST ST MIDDLETOWN, CT

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to Building Blocks Early Learning Center in Middletown, CT 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...
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Little Wise

97 Brookside Circle Wethersfield, CT

Little Wise Family Daycare is a loving home for the holistic development of your children. You will feel at peace knowing that your child is under the care of a teacher with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood and many years of experience. In little Wise your Child will study Spanish, play games and have fun with all kinds of...
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The Evening And Sleepover Daycare

43 Pheasant Dr Middletown, CT

State license verified

Home Sweet Home Evening And Overnight Daycare. Licensed with the State of Connecticut. I am opened Monday through Saturday Hours are 5:30 PM through 7:30 AM. I can work with you if you need special hours. Licensed staff. A Beautiful Home Daycare environment in Middletown. Snacks meals everything is included. Any questions...
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LifeWay Learning Center

2172 BERLIN TPKE NEWINGTON, CT

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
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LifeWay Learning Center provides quality childcare in a safe, fun, nurturing, and loving environment. Our programs are designed to help our future world changers develop physically, intellectually and emotionally. With smaller enrollment, each child enjoys personalized attention in a close-knit community. The childcare needs of...
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Robie's Learning Corner

226 Nott St Wethersfield, CT

State license verified

We are a new in Home Daycare ready to serve you and your children. We provide excellent care for your child. Our goal is to make sure you are comfortable and confident knowing your child is well cared for. Growth is one of our priorities. Children learn best from social interaction with kids their own age. Our day to day...
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Bright Beginnings Family Child Care

44 Newberry Way Middletown, CT

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Full-service family child care development facility that cares for infants, toddlers, preschool and elementary students (ages 3 months - 12 years). Bright Beginnings is more than a simple babysitting facility. It's a loving and fun program that offers socialization skills, arts and crafts, music, physical education, colors,...
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Educational Playcare

1193 Hebron Avenue Glastonbury, CT

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The future of childcare and preschool is here! Educational Playcare was established in 1986 to provide full- and part-time educational childcare programs and for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We are proud of our reputation as the provider of the highest-quality childcare and preschool programs for children that can be...
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Pumpkin Patch Preschool

11 Kirby Road Cromwell, CT

State license verified

Academic
Preschool
Child care
Pumpkin Patch Preschool & Child Care Centers is a family owned business that has been in the business of serving families for over 30 years. We provide children with quality childcare in a safe, nurturing and stimulating atmosphere. Our centers are state licensed and conveniently located with an emphasis on personalized service...
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Klub Kid Inc

286 Naubuc Ave Glastonbury, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
A Child Care Center that will Exceed Your Expectations! Welcome to Klub Kid, an educationally based childcare center which provides full and part-time childcare for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We realize the tremendous level of trust you place in a childcare provider. Klub Kid is more than daycare. We are proud...
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Little Scholars Preschool

805 Old Main Street Rocky Hill, CT

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Little Scholars Preschool offers an enriched child-centered curriculum that creates a stimulating environment for growth in five fundamental areas of development: social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical. We provide quality play experiences and school readiness for preschool children ages 3 through 5. Our...
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Learn & Play Home Daycare

416 Nott Street Wethersfield CT 06109 Wethersfield, CT

State license verified

We provide an innovative, nurturing and stimulating environment where children develop independence, confidence and a positive sense of self and the world around them. Our curriculum is designed to involve children in experiences that enhance language, literacy, music, movement, art and socialization. Through play, all areas of...
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Marlborough Elementary Child Care Association (MECCA)

25 School DR Marlborough, CT

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The MECCA Philosophy: To provide high quality, developmentally appropriate child care for all families in the community in a safe, warm, caring and educational environment. We focus on the individual child's age and ability to stimulate their social, cognitive, physical and emotional growth. Our program is carefully designed to...
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Daycare centers near you in Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, 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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