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Kensington Nursery School
5.0
I love Kensington Nursery School! I have just enrolled my third child to attend in the fall. Children come home with projects, they learn how to write their name, address, phone number along with the basics of ABCs, numbers, shapes, and make friends. The teachers are amazing and truly care about...
- Sylwia Z
Kids Cave Daycare
5.0
Nevi took care of my son from age 7 weeks to almost 3 years old. I cannot say enough positive things about her daycare! Your child receives the love and attention of a home daycare combined with excellent opportunities for learning through structured activities like circle time. The daycare is...
- Jenna S
Pumpkin Patch Preschool
5.0
Being a stay at home mom for the first few years made the thought of preschool terrifying! Having someone else look after my son seemed crazy. After touring a few preschools, we decided on Pumpkin Patch! Ms. Christine (director) and Ms. Ashley were a pleasure to meet and seemed so down to earth, you...
- Rebecca H
Little Hands Big Hearts Childcare, LLC
5.0
My kids started at Little Hands Big Hearts in May of 2017. At that time my daughter was 20 months and my son 4 months shy of his 4th bday. I wasn't happy with my previous daycare for many reasons and we started looking to find a new provider. From the moment I met Jen, I got this warm and...
- Ania M
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
Preschools in Portland, CT
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...
5.0
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Kensington Nursery School is a Family Centered nursery school in Kensington, CT.
We offer two programs; a Tuesday/Thursday class for 3-year-olds, and a Monday/Wednesday/Friday program for 4 year-olds.
Kensington Nursery School's program focuses on hands-on learning in a positive,...
5.0
"I love Kensington Nursery School! I have just enrolled my third child to attend in the fall. Children come home with projects, they learn how to write their name, address, phone number along with the basics of ABCs, numbers, shapes, and make friends. The teachers...
Sylwia Z
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"My son is just under 3 and he LOVES going to Nevi's daycare! I am so grateful to have it in Wethersfield. Ms. Nevi and a team are wonderful caregivers. I have piece of mind that my child will be taken care of when I am at work. The daycare is super-clean, filled...
Liudmila M
3.7
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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...
5.0
"My daughter has been at Pumpkin Patch since her birth in 2015. The staff have changed, but the teachers are very caring. We've never had any problems with any teachers or "friends". Everyone is helpful and I have never seen a teacher behave badly towards a child....
JM83
5.0
(2)
Welcome! Little Hands Big Hearts is a home-based childcare facility located in Newington, CT. Our number one goal is to provide a fun, educational, safe and healthy environment for the children. We will make every effort to provide only the best care possible for your child.
We offer care for...
5.0
"I would strongly recommend this childcare facility for any child/family looking to grow and develop in a nurturing, safe, and fun environment! My child is surpassing his developmental stages and is eager to go to school everyday! The curriculum is very structured...
Kate S
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
5.0
(3)
At Kids Village Learning Center we offer full-time and part-time care for infants through age 5 along with before & after school care for children ages 5 through 12. We will offer a drop in by the hour care for those who need last minute care.
5.0
"We are so happy to have found Kids Village Learning Center. Ms. Jasna is the BEST! She is always so happy to see us every morning and you can see how much she cares for my son. He really enjoys going to Kids Village and I have peace of mind knowing that he's in...
Dineen
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 daughter has had a very successful experience at MCC. The teachers are outwardly loving and patient, helping to ease my child into a new schedule, especially when there were tentative drop-offs at the beginning. Now she rambles on and on about the library...
Angela
Children are like sponges they watch and absorb knowledge, skills and values from everything and everyone around them. At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That s why our child care, afterschool, learning...
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...
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...
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...
KIDCO Child Care Center in Newington, Connecticut is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 280 children from infants to school 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...
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,...
Baby Bee's Play and Learn Preschool will help get your child ready for kindergarten. We even help with potty training!
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...
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...
5.0
(2)
Tiny Tot Nursery School is a childcare and education provider that serves the community of Newington CT. It offers a warm and friendly and provides age-appropriate learning activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergartens. The center has a capacity of 32 children and serves them...
5.0
"Tiny Tot has been the best decision I have made for my family. My husband and I, both educators, visited several day cares before choosing Tiny Tot, which came highly recommended by many of my friends and coworkers who have used them over the last 15 years. Mary...
Stacy
5.0
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Welcome to Gilnack Daycare. Being the oldest of five children I have always had a love of and cared for children. My 30+ year state licensed group home daycare cares for children from the age of 6 weeks to 12 years from 7am-5pm, Monday to Friday. Both my sister and I have an early childhood...
5.0
"Ann and Barbara are great! The daycare is really warm and friendly. Ann always fills us in on what happens during the day and I feel like she gears the projects toward what interests the kids. My son loves animals and puzzles; maybe it's coincidence but it seems...
James K
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Portland, CT
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Portland, CT?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Portland, 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 Portland, CT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Portland, CT?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Portland, 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 Portland, CT.
How can I find a preschool near me in Portland, CT?
When looking for a preschool near you in Portland, 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 Portland, CT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.