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Mccormick Lane Daycare
5.0
Miss Katy is a wonderful teacher who brings love and creativity to her teaching. She is so patient, thoughtful, and kind. My daughter loved being taught by Miss Katy! Katy is well educated and has the maternal instinct. She treats your child as her own and we loved our experience with her!
- Bailey
Middlefield Children's Center
4.0
MCC is a delightful play based preschool. We love the regular field trips to the local library and nature walks and hearing which centers our son chooses to play in each day. In addition to developmentally appropriate crafts, there are literacy based activities that the children simply think of as...
- Katy
Women and Families Center
5.0
Tengo Una Hija de dos añitos Necesito Cuido
- Francheska R
Twin Lake Childrens Center Inc
3.0
Our daughter never got used to the staff ( generally she is friendly and able to let go of mom and dad within half an hour or so) We also had some issues with policies and procedures at the center.
- Mukund N
Guilford Center For Children
5.0
Great preschool program that incorporates a lot of creativity and fun activities. Amazing teachers, staff and volunteers. Regular classes include Spanish, soccer, music, art. Wholesome hot lunches provided that is cooked in the on-site kitchen lets children expand their palate. Nice playground and...
- Chitra R
Preschools in Durham, CT
Dolphin Days LLC is a childcare and learning facility located at 9 Ozick Drive, Durham, Connecticut. It is open Mondays through Fridays, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM, providing children with a safe, secure, fun and stimulating educational environment where they can explore, discover and learn.
Basrep is organized to provide quality activities for children in grades K-6, before and after school hours and certain full days, that school is closed but we remain open (Professional Days, Vacation Days, Summer). We are a parent-run program, designed to encourage childrens' cognitive, social,...
Located in Connecticut, the Durham Cooperative Nursery provides child care and quality education. It was established in 1956 to serve children ages 3 to 4. They offer programs that are designed to develop self-esteem, respect and independence. The Co-op is open on weekdays from 9:00AM till 2:00PM.
5.0
(1)
Hello Families! My name is Kate Fairbrother and I run a family home day care with a capacity of 6 children with no more then 2 under the age of 2. I'm a mom, wife, daughter, and teacher. I'm extremely passionate about providing a positive learning environment and believe to do so it takes setting...
5.0
"Miss Katy is a wonderful teacher who brings love and creativity to her teaching. She is so patient, thoughtful, and kind. My daughter loved being taught by Miss Katy! Katy is well educated and has the maternal instinct. She treats your child as her own and we loved...
Bailey
4.9
(14)
Our program is child-centered and based upon the belief that play is the best way for children to learn. Our approach is individualized to meet each child's needs and interests. Each classroom is organized with centers for creative art, literature, science and pre-math, dramatic play, and cognitive...
5.0
"My 4 yr old son has attended this preschool for 6 months now and we are so happy with the care that he has received under the new management. We moved him from another preschool because his behavior had deteriorated and we were concerned that their manner of...
Jennifer K
I except infants from 6 weeks and up. Toddlers 2 and up also i except before and after school age. I also have a bus stop right in front of my house for transportation ! I am open in the summer also and would except grade school children . I am CPR and first aid certified and licensed with the...
The WFC Dooley Child Development Center is a School Readiness Preschool Program. We have been accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for over 10 years. Our professional, trained teachers focus on every aspect of children's learning and development...
5.0
"Tengo Una Hija de dos añitos Necesito Cuido"
Francheska R
Teachers, parents and the school community share in an effort to create an exciting and challenging place for children to learn and grow.
*Open year round, 7:00am to 5:00pm.
*Infants through Preschool.
*Experienced and loving staff.
*CPR/First Aid/Medication Admin....
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...
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...
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,...
Temple Beth Tikvah Preschool - where creativity, love of learning and joy combine to make a wonderful day for your child. Temple Beth Tikvah Preschool serves children from Madison, Guilford, Clinton and other neighboring communities and of varied religious and cultural backgrounds. We are located...
Welcome to Home Away From Home Day Care. It is our goal to promote children's happy, healthy, growth and development while in my care. At Home Away From Home, each child is given careful attention and affectionate care, in a calm home environment and are treated with RESPECT and LOVE. Your...
Today, the importance of positive childhood experiences, starting from infancy, and their relation to future success in life is universally understood. It wasn't so when we began in 1986. When we originally selected the name "Educational Playcare", it was because of our understanding of the...
Whitney Loomis is the owner and operator of The Little City Kids home daycare located in Killingworth, CT. She graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in education and began exploring her career options. After having her first son in August of 2017, she decided to look into starting her own business....
Little Blessings Christian Childcare Center was established in 2020, however our
dedicated staff has been working with children for generations!
We welcome children of all faiths and backgrounds between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old.
Our facility is open from 7:00am - 6:00 pm.
We offer...
3.0
(1)
Twin Lake Childrens Center Inc in North Branford, Connecticut, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant, toddler, preschool that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The...
3.0
"Our daughter never got used to the staff ( generally she is friendly and able to let go of mom and dad within half an hour or so) We also had some issues with policies and procedures at the center."
Mukund N
5.0
(1)
Guilford Center For Children in Connecticut is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 80 children from three years to five years of 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...
5.0
"Great preschool program that incorporates a lot of creativity and fun activities. Amazing teachers, staff and volunteers. Regular classes include Spanish, soccer, music, art. Wholesome hot lunches provided that is cooked in the on-site kitchen lets children expand...
Chitra R
5.0
(1)
Davis Laurie Child Care is a child care facility located at 323 Copse Rd. Madison, CT. They offer services for children from infants up to 5 years of age. They provide a place where children can boost their social, intellectual, social, physical and mental abilities.
5.0
"Fantastic, I am so pleased and so happy that my child had such a wonderful experience at Laurie's. He learned so much and thrived with such confidence at an early age. He is now in first grade and reading at 3 rd grade level, He loves books and learning and I...
Susan B
KinderCare #1810
110 Miles Drive, Wallingford, CT
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Durham, CT
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Durham, CT?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Durham, 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 Durham, CT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Durham, CT?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Durham, 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 Durham, CT.
How can I find a preschool near me in Durham, CT?
When looking for a preschool near you in Durham, 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 Durham, CT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.