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Recent drop-in daycare reviews in Hamden, CT

Every Child Ahead, Llc

5.0

I've used Every Child Ahead as my care provider for over 2 years and I love it. I have told told everyone how wonderful the care is there. Its clean. My child has never been sick. Unlike the other day care my child was attending. The children have a steady curriculum that is followed daily They...

- Latoya W

Catbells Home Daycare

5.0

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 oldest was not quite two years old, and Diana was in charge of the babysitting area at Xanadu Family Center in Hamden CT. I had never left my...

- Alison H

Kristy's Home Daycare

5.0

Kristy has offered exceptional care for my infant grandson. Her education, experience as a mother and heart have made our first childcare experience a comfortable one. Her focus is on the growth, well rounded development and well being of her young charges. Age and skill appropriate fun, time in...

- Laurie F.

Bounces & Giggles

5.0

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 well loved and cared for. I knew that if I had a special need or if something was worrying me about my children the providers were there to help...

- Lauren

Centro Renacer Day Care & Learning #1

5.0

The staff is very loving and good with the kids and tits always clean.

- Allyson

Drop-in daycares in Hamden, CT

Every Child Ahead, Llc

Every Child Ahead, Llc

142 West Side Drive, Hamden, CT

5.0

(1)

Now Accepting Applications! At Every Child Ahead Childcare, we understand that love, education, and confidence form the cornerstone of a child's academic journey. Our unwavering dedication lies in making a meaningful and positive difference in the lives of the children under our care. We create a...
5.0
"I've used Every Child Ahead as my care provider for over 2 years and I love it. I have told told everyone how wonderful the care is there. Its clean. My child has never been sick. Unlike the other day care my child was attending. The children have a steady...

Latoya W


Catbells Home Daycare

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...
5.0
"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 oldest was not quite two years old, and Diana was in charge of the babysitting area at Xanadu Family Center in...

Alison H


Friendly Forest Daycare

Friendly Forest Daycare

100 Knob Hill Dr., Hamden, CT

At home daycare in a family friendly neighborhood owned and operated by a caring, well qualified professional. Open Monday through Friday 7:30am-5:30 pm. We have a variety of programs to suit many schedules. Please call or email for additional information and available openings. Friendly...

Leamsy's Nest

Leamsy's Nest

30 Taft St, Hamden, CT

Leamsy's Nest (203)-717-2460 Are you looking a home day care that will provide your children with a structured routine, a jump start to educational activities such as arts & crafts, storytelling, Puzzles and critical thinking? Do you want your children to gain...

Kabs 4 Kidz

Kabs 4 Kidz

105 Sanford Street, Hamden, CT

Kabs 4 Kidz is a transportation service exclusively created to transport children, up to 21 years of age. We provide transportation to and from school, before/after school programs, boarding schools, centers/daycare facilities, emergency child sick pick up, field trips, and extra curricula activity,...

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

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...

Kristy's Home Daycare

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...
5.0
"Kristy has offered exceptional care for my infant grandson. Her education, experience as a mother and heart have made our first childcare experience a comfortable one. Her focus is on the growth, well rounded development and well being of her young charges. Age...

Laurie F.


Bounces & Giggles

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...
5.0
"After looking at many daycares, Bounces and Giggles was the best for my Nephew. When you walked into the daycare, it feels like you are walking into a home and not a business, which was a major plus. The kids were all playing, laughing, and were treated with care...

Kaitlyn P


Samantha's In Home Child Care

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...

Family Daycare "la Edad De Oro"

Family Daycare "la Edad De Oro"

4 MARIE DR, East Haven, CT

We provide a qualified care service for our children in a warm, safe and welcoming family environment. We have specialized in early childhood development, so our goal is to help our children shine while they learn or strengthen their social, emotional and physical skills. We celebrate every...

Aunt Sue Daycare

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. .

Little Einsteins Day Care

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

Little Stars Childcare

Little Stars Childcare

2 Dana Blvd, Wallingford, CT

Safety and peace of mind for you and your children. As a licensed family home daycare I provide a safe, fun, and loving environment to learn and grow! My home is in a great neighborhood, conveniently located near the Wallingford / Cheshire / Meriden line for an easy commute. I also offer before and...

The Experienced Movers & Storage

The Experienced Movers & Storage

130 Park St 2nd Fl, New Haven, CT

TEMS is a full service mover and offers residential, and commercial moving services in New Haven, Connecticut and all cities and towns in CT, Philadelphia, PA, and Detroit MI. We also offer professional packing services and storage services. We can provide labor only services as needed. Contact us...

Tati's Daycare

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...

Hillside Preschool & Child Care

Hillside Preschool & Child Care

36 Hillside Avenue, Cheshire, CT

With over 14 years of experience with children from infancy to age twelve; Hillside Preschool and Child Care was created to give your child the opportunity to learn and grow in a home atmosphere. With extended hours Monday through Sunday we are here to give you what a center cannot.

Centro Renacer Day Care & Learning #1

Centro Renacer Day Care & Learning #1

672 CONGRESS AVE Unit 10, NEW HAVEN, CT

5.0

(3)

5.0
"The staff is very loving and good with the kids and tits always clean."

Allyson


Kiddie Tech University

Kiddie Tech University

1120 Boston Post Rd, WEST HAVEN, CT

Starting at $1200/mo

5.0

(3)

Kiddie Tech University is a school readiness program, for ages 3-5 specifically designed to introduce your child to the world in a unique way. Kiddie Tech University began in 2007 as a home daycare run by an experienced provider and qualified elementary school teacher that due to demand has grown...
5.0
"When it comes to my daughter and her safety I never have to worry. I simply don't have too. They are very quick to report and they are very loving and caring. I will stick with them for as long as I can, until my daughter ages out."

Lisa B.


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