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Catbells Home Daycare

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...

- Alison H

Kokopelli Discovery Center

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...

- Christina G.

Morning Glory Early Learning Center LLC

Home-like setting with great staff!

- Alana

Top Preschools Near Derby

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Noah's Ark Early Learning Center

27 9th St Derby, CT

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Noah's Ark Early Learning Center located in Derby, CT is an Evangelical Christian-based provider of quality childcare for children ages eight weeks to sixth grade. The center offers innovative infant, preschool, nursery school, and before and after school care programs.
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Diane Staffieri Family Child Care

17 O'Sullivan Road Derby, CT

My name is Diane Staffieri. I have been a childcare provider for 25 years. I am Connecticut State Licensed, CPR and First Aid certified. I have recently renovated my program and currently have openings for infants and children. My goals for each child are: Openings available immediately * To learn social skills * To obtain self...
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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 teaching assistant in the Step By...

Alison H says "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...

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Kokopelli Discovery Center

44 Smith Street Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
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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)
Child care
Preschool
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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LITTLE TOTS PLAY CARE

50 FITCH ST NEW HAVEN, CT

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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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Cadence Academy Preschool

801 BALDWIN RD ORANGE, CT

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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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 interpersonal skills that...
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Building Blocks Monroe

477 MAIN ST MONROE, CT

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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 solution that fits their needs. Building Blocks Monroe (formerly...
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Daykerri

1031 East Main Street Stratford, CT

State license verified

Fun, nurturing, early learning environment with individualized attention out of the comfort of my home. Licensed by the State of CT Office of Early Childhood #56911. First Aid & CPR Certified for infant, child, adult and CT child care. Ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Open Mon - Fri, 8 AM to 4 PM. Full-time & Part-time child...
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The Nest Schools Hamden

1315 DIXWELL AVE HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
At The Nest Schools, each day holds a promise to our families. We create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. Everything we do is intended to foster a love of learning and set our children up for a lifetime of happiness and...
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THE LEARNING CURVE DAYCARE CENTER

60 CONNOLLY PKWY BLDG 18 HAMDEN, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Special needs
+ 3 more
The Learning Curve is a daycare with child-centered classrooms created for responsiveness to the children’s needs where they are likely to flourish. A child-centered classroom differs from a teacher-directed in the materials, questions, and activities introduced by the teacher are open-ended. There are many possible...
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Bethesda Nursery School

305 St. Ronan St New Haven, CT

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Child care
+ 1 more
Founded in 1961, Bethesda Nursery School is a small, private nursery school in New Haven, Connecticut, that serves the families of three, four, and five-year-old children. We are a non-sectarian, non-profit organization that is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and licensed by the...
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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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Bethany Nursery Group

511 Amity Rd Bethany, CT

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Bethany Nursery Group is a Preschool for 3-5 year old kids. Our nurturing and dedicated staff provide a program rich with literature and learning opportunities, while still leaving ample time to play, create and explore! Children receive an abundance of academic and social skills, as well as fine and gross motor skills, as they...
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Little Bluebird Daycare

41 Ann Terrace Stratford, CT

I offer a preschool program at my daycare, certified teacher in early childhood education. Small group of children with a fun learning environment, preparing your child for kindergarten. I've been in business for twenty years,excellent references. I offer over a half acre of property allowing plenty of fun outside play, swimming...
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Ms. Veronica's Family Daycare

216 Lynne Place Bridgeport, CT

We provide a stimulating environment where the focus is on your child's language, cognitive, motor and social skills. We also specialize in preparing our toddlers for Pre-K. We are open from 5:30 am to 6:30 pm. We do drop-off and pick-up from neighboring schools. We have affordable rates, plus sibling discounts. CARE 4 KIDS...
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Tiny Blessings Daycare, LLC

138 Hubinger St New Haven, CT

4.0(4)
Child care
Tiny Blessings Daycare, LLC is an educational childcare provider located at 138 Hubinger Street, New Haven, Connecticut. It is open from Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, serving infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children and providing them a safe, comfortable learning environment. This daycare facility...

Vanessa S. says "I recently went to visit this daycare & was highly impressed with not only the owner but with her daycare as a whole as well. I will not only be...

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Myrian's Family Daycare

8 Stoddard St Seymour, CT

5.0(2)
Are you looking for a like home environment daycare? Affordable, reliable,clean,smoke free, and a loving place for your most precious little one? *Licensed Family Home Daycare *First Aid/CPR certified *Preschool Curriculum *Large Playroom *Indoor/Outdoor activities *Reasonable Rates *Excellent References (by...

Erica says "My daughter went to myrian's family daycare for 2 years and Myrian was fantastic. Great hours and availability. My daughter always asked when she was going...

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Noah's Ark Day Care

206 Lane St Hamden, CT

4.0(1)
Child care
Noah’s Ark Day Care, Hamden, CT, is a child care center established in 2008. It is a state certified preschool and daycare center. They provide an age-appropriate programs for children ages 3 to 12 years of age. They have a certified CPR and first aid trained staff.

Mother says "Noahs ark in a great place the staff are professional and very loving towards the children. No child is a number. They are very flexible. And work with...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Derby, CT

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Derby, CT. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Derby, CT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Derby, CT, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Derby, CT.

When looking for a preschool near you in Derby, CT on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Derby, CT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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