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Recent child care center reviews in Chester, CT

Red Barn Children's Center Inc

5.0

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Red Barn, and we'd recommend them to anyone. The teachers are loving, nurturing, and always seem to have interesting art and activities planned. A big bonus is that the kids get a lot of outside time - which is something that was important to us and we...

- Jillian W.

Clinton Child Care Service Inc

5.0

Clinton Childcare Center has an excellent program. After one year my daughter was completely prepared for kindergarten. They have a fantastic and highly qualified staff, summer activities that include many field trips, and a well maintained facility and grounds. I highly recommend Clinton Childcare...

- Daniel

The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

5.0

This is a well rounded education that you won't find in any traditional or public school setting. It's such a nurturing environment for toddlers all the way through the elementary year. The kids are given respect not seen in any other school or daycare I've seen.

- Mara

Davis Laurie Child Care

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 owe it all to Laurie! I highly...

- Susan B

Cde Co-Op Nursery School

5.0

Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school and love being creative. The environment is bright, inviting and its refreshing to see so many projects being created by the children. I could not be happier...

- LE

Child care centers in Chester, CT

CAMP HAZEN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED

204 W Main St, Chester, CT

Camp Hazen YMCA is a summer camp and outdoor education center located in Chester, Connecticut. It has been providing quality camping experiences for more than 90 years. The center offers programs that develop valuable life skills. Its camping programs enable children to have healthy bodies, awakened...

Paulette's Home Daycare

22 Butter Jones Road, Chester, CT

I offer creative play and crafts, imaginative playtime, nature time (as much outdoor play as possible), cooking, and quiet time for reading or napping. I have a small nature trail in the backyard and a medium sized yard for outdoor play. We go on small local field trips to parks, nature centers, and...

3.0

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Red Barn Children's Center preschool includes two classroom areas the Little Barn and the Gray Barn. In the classrooms, children will find a variety of toys, games, books, art materials and educational aids. A play area provides the setting for dramatic and block play, while an area with tables...
5.0
"The Red Barn is a wonderful place focused on play-based learning with outstanding teachers and an emphasis on outdoors and nature. Our children have had such a great experience in this preschool. The summer program is terrific as well! It's a little "off the...

Kara S.


Clinton Child Care Service Inc

Clinton Child Care Service Inc

160 E Main St, Clinton, CT

4.8

(6)

Clinton Child Care Service, Inc. is a full-service, private, non-profit child development center founded in 1978. We serve children from 6 weeks of age to 12 years of age. We utilize a number of philosophies, taking into consideration both the latest research of early childhood development, as...
5.0
"Clinton Childcare Center has an excellent program. After one year my daughter was completely prepared for kindergarten. They have a fantastic and highly qualified staff, summer activities that include many field trips, and a well maintained facility and grounds. I...

Daniel


The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

96 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook, CT

3.0

(8)

The Children's Tree Montessori School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering full and part time classes for toddler 18-36 months, preschool and kindergarten children ages 3-6 years and elementary school for children in K-6th grade from 6-12 yrs old, with plans to open a middle school in the near future....
5.0
"This is a well rounded education that you won't find in any traditional or public school setting. It's such a nurturing environment for toddlers all the way through the elementary year. The kids are given respect not seen in any other school or daycare I've seen."

Mara


Wholehearted Early Learning Center

Wholehearted Early Learning Center

37 Morgan Park, Clinton, CT

Whole Hearted Early Learning Center (WHELC) is a licensed play-based and community focused at home center located in Clinton. WHELC emphasizes the importance of viewing each child as an individual. We serve families with children between the ages of 2.9-4 years old. The Head Teacher for our PreK...

Educational Playcare

Educational Playcare

563 Durham Road, Madison, CT

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...

Rainbow Hill Special Needs Program

Rainbow Hill Special Needs Program

P.O.Box 383, East Haddam, CT

We provide early child-hood day services as well as an after-school program. We specialize in helping children with special needs but all children are welcome.

Educational Playcare

Educational Playcare

563 Durham Road, Madison, CT

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...

HK Cubs Childcare Center

HK Cubs Childcare Center

57 Little City Road, Higganum, CT

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....

Little Blessings Christian Childcare

Little Blessings Christian Childcare

503 Old Toll Road, Madison, CT

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...

CDE Co-Op PreSchool

CDE Co-Op PreSchool

24 River St, Deep River, CT

OUR MISSION: Our mission is to provide children with a developmentally appropriate preschool experience in a safe and nurturing environment. This tradition of creating life long learners is a mission to which Chester, Deep River, Essex Co-Operative Nursery School has remained true for 70 years....

Davis Laurie Child Care

323 Copse Rd, Madison, CT

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


Cde Co-Op Nursery School

24 River St, Deep River, CT

5.0

(1)

Cde Co-Op Nursery School is a cooperative, non-profit, non-sectarian, inclusive preschool with a staff and membership of families who are dedicated to providing the very best in preschool education to children ages 2, 3, 4 and 5. The school appreciates and respects the uniqueness of every child....
5.0
"Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school and love being creative. The environment is bright, inviting and its refreshing to see so many projects being created by the...

LE


Madison Day Care & Learning Center

563 Durham Rd, Madison, CT

Madison Day Care & Learning Center in Connecticut is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 95 children from six weeks to twelve 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...

Bushy Hill Day Camp

PO Box 577, Ivoryton, CT

Bushy Hill Day Camp in Ivoryton, CT is a childcare and a summer camp from six through fifteen years old by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable child care. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as team building, sports, hiking, tracking, swimming,...

Pansy Patch Daycare, LLC

256 N Parker Hill Rd, Killingworth, CT

Pansy Patch Daycare, LLC based in Killingworth, CT is a family daycare provider serving exceptional care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The center offers full-time, part-time, and hourly care including before and after school programs. They also take pride in their secure indoor and...

Young Horizons Day Care Center

120 Saybrook Rd, Higganum, CT

Offering young students with a warm, safe, and nurturing atmosphere, Young Horizons Day Care Center in Higganum, CT features a place where learning and play are fun. They collaborate with local teachers and prepare the children for new challenges. They work together in providing the students with a...

Incarnation Center Inc

253 Bushy Hill Rd, Ivoryton, CT

The Incarnation Center, Inc. is a ministry of the Episcopal Church located in Ivoryton, Connecticut. It operates the Bushy Hill Nature Center, which is a perfect setting for school programs, summer camp, team building and workshops. The center provides guests opportunities to enhance their...

Smallplanet Childcare Home Daycare

18 Ridge Rd, East Haddam, CT

Smallplanet Childcare is a CT licensed family daycare located on a quiet cul de sac centrally located in East Haddam, It is close to Moodus center and the East Haddam Swing Bridge. I have been caring for the children of East Haddam and Moodus for over 15 years. I am married for over 20 years and...

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