Find Trusted Child Care Providers Near Me in New Haven, CT
We have 221 child care providers in New Haven, CT! Compare and hire the best child care to fit your needs.
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Here are some childcare options in New Haven:
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Care Member says "Carolyn was such a gift to our family! She cared for our baby boy starting at 4 months old when Covid had just hit. She took incredible precautions even...
Heewon S. says "We found Joy through care.com for our son (for part-time care between 4-7 months before daycare starts in September) and we are so lucky we did! She is...
Kati B. says "Tanya is incredible. Tanya first came into our lives 5 years ago as our oldest child's preschool teacher. She has worked for us also as a family assistant...
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Care Member says "Halley is the BEST and we could not possibly recommend her more highly. She looked after our son two days a week for more than a year (between 6 months...
Kareen M. says "Excellent communicator. Punctual, reliable, and very time efficient! She's very caring with my pets and children, and they've all come to love her. We...
Care Member says "Karen is absolutely incredible. She has watched our son from the time he was about 4 months old and he is currently 21 months and she still helps us!...
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Care Member says "Asia cared for our child when he was 8-12 months old. She was very good with him and he enjoyed seeing her come in the mornings. She was very...
Amber R. says "I can't say enough good things about Sherese - she is an unbelievable nanny. She has been a true blessing to our family. Sherese Took the time to watch our...
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Care Member says "My wife and I hired Keona after meeting her at the Arts and Ideas festival and she has been such a blessing for our family. I’m unsure if I am able to...
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Andrea D. says "Logan was great with my kids. He was on time and all three kids enjoyed him. I will be using him again in the future."
Erica W. says "We had a phone conversation. She was very honest and upfront with what she needed. I would have considered her for the position if it was not already...
Loving, Nurturing, Fun, CPR First Aid Certified, Organized, Creative, Experienced And Educated
New Haven, CT
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Chelle M. says "Kimberly babysits my kids occasionally, mainly for date nights and they absolutely love her. It's nice to know my kids are in good care and actually enjoy...
Care Member says "Gelanie was a great babysitter for my grandchildren ages 5-10. She was responsible, attentive, caring, creative and good-natured. She is well...
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Jaya V. says "Stacey has worked for me for several months in the past year, helping me with housework (meal prep, laundry etc) and babysitting. She has been dependable...
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Katherine S. says "Amaya has been taking care of my kids (5 and 8 years old) for the last 4 weeks and I couldn't be more happy. She is dependable and delightful. She...
Child care centers in New Haven, CT
Alana says "Home-like setting with great staff!"
Steven O. says "I definitely recommend to family and friends!"
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- $100/mo
Bethesda Nursery School
305 St. Ronan St New Haven, CT
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- $250/mo
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221 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.28/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.9
Recent child care reviews from local parents in New Haven, CT
Child Care Providers in New Haven, CT are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 122 reviews of the 221 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in New Haven, CT
How much is child care near me in New Haven, CT?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $21.28 per hour as of January 2026. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in New Haven, CT?
Care.com currently has 185 child care providers near you in New Haven, CT. You can search for caregivers by their distance from New Haven, CT and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in New Haven, CT that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a New Haven, CT child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in New Haven, CT, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in New Haven, CT and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in New Haven, CT in January, 2026?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
