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Recent child care center reviews in Gales Ferry, CT

United Methodist Child Care Center

5.0

UMCCC is a wonderful program that has taken care of my young child since she was an infant. Their staff is caring and nurturing. It is such a comfort to know that while I am at work, my daughter is being taken such good care of. Can't say enough good things about this childcare program!

- Diane F.

THE CENTER: DROP-IN COMMUNITY LRNG & RESOURCE CTR

5.0

The are always clean, the staff is nice with the kids. They are really good at teaching the children to read and learn. Their summer program takes them to the beach and the park, I really like it!

- Jessica I.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS LEARNING ACADEMY

5.0

Our child attends the Pre-K program at First Impressions Learning Academy and has done very well in such a caring and welcoming environment. His teachers encourage independent learning, teamwork, kindness and resilience among the kids. They are learning academic skills in reading, writing, math and...

- Justin S.

Family Tree Ministry

5.0

Family Tree Ministry has been a blessing for my family. My children have learned and developed so much while enrolled. They come home singing song about Jesus and telling us stories about the Bible. They all tell us about all the friends they have made and how much they love their teachers. If...

- Care member

New London Day Nursery

5.0

My daughter has attended since she 4 months old and is now 4! I started my daughter at this center because it was close to my work but I am so glad I found it. I have always felt secure leaving her in the care of the teachers. They have always been receptive to any additional needs my daughter has....

- Rachel G.

Child care centers in Gales Ferry, CT

United Methodist Child Care Center

10 Chapman Ln, Gales Ferry, CT

5.0

(1)

United Methodist Child Care Center is a state-licensed educational childcare facility in Gales Ferry, Connecticut that has been serving children and families for over 40 years. It is open Mondays through Fridays, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, providing children with worthwhile activities that stimulate...
5.0
"UMCCC is a wonderful program that has taken care of my young child since she was an infant. Their staff is caring and nurturing. It is such a comfort to know that while I am at work, my daughter is being taken such good care of. Can't say enough good things about...

Diane F.


Tiny Sprouts Playhouse is a small, privately owned facility located in Gales Ferry, CT. We service children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. The center offers a very diverse and multicultural staff who have a passion for children. If you are looking for somewhere your child can truly blossom come join...

5.0

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5.0
"I think that they make you feel like your kids are staying with family. I've been with them for 11 years and I would recommend them to anyone!"

Pamela L.


FIRST IMPRESSIONS LEARNING ACADEMY

FIRST IMPRESSIONS LEARNING ACADEMY

758R COLONEL LEDYARD HWY, LEDYARD, CT

Starting at $1300/mo

5.0

(1)

We provide building block education to early age children. We pride ourselves in integrating critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning with a nurturing environment and community feel. Our goal is to equip our students with the mindset of learning, exploration, and the ability to...
5.0
"Our child attends the Pre-K program at First Impressions Learning Academy and has done very well in such a caring and welcoming environment. His teachers encourage independent learning, teamwork, kindness and resilience among the kids. They are learning academic...

Justin S.


Family Tree Ministry

Family Tree Ministry

740 Colonel Ledyard Hwy.B1, LEDYARD, CT

Starting at $1460/mo

5.0

(2)

Family Tree Ministry (FTM) is a biblically-based children's ministry center that provides high-quality care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers within a nurturing, faith-centered environment. What sets us apart is our focus on the spiritual, emotional, and educational development of each child,...
5.0
"As the Director of Family Tree Ministry, I can confidently say that this is a truly special place. Not only do I help run the program, but I also have my own children enrolled here. The level of care and attention each child receives is exactly what I would want...

Care member


Pollywogs Child Development Center

Pollywogs Child Development Center

411C Norwich Westerly Rd, North Stonington, CT

Our mission is to enhance life experiences of the children in our care, provide peace of mind to parents and to be the best at what we do. We offer infant, waddler, toddler, preschool, and before/after school care for children ages 6 weeks up to twelve. Developmentally appropriate practice is the...

New London Day Nursery

7 Vauxhall Street, NEW LONDON, CT

5.0

(1)

5.0
"My daughter has attended since she 4 months old and is now 4! I started my daughter at this center because it was close to my work but I am so glad I found it. I have always felt secure leaving her in the care of the teachers. They have always been receptive to any...

Rachel G.


Happy Time Nursery School

119 High St, Mystic, CT

4.7

(3)

Happy Time Nursery School in Mystic, CT allows the students the freedom in learning through socialization, play, and art in a developmentally appropriate atmosphere. Their programs emphasize discovery and encompass the children's development communicatively, socially, emotionally, and academically....
5.0
"Happy Time Nursery School is a wonderful preschool program that allows my kids to learn though play and develop the social skills they will need in life as well as fundamental skills. The teachers are amazing and so calm and understanding with the kids. I'm so...

Beth H.


GROTON-MYSTIC EARLY CHILDHOOD DEV CENTER

591 POQUONNOCK RD, GROTON, CT


Family Tree Ministry

Family Tree Ministry

740 Colonel Ledyard Hwy, LEDYARD, CT

Starting at $1300/mo

Family Tree Ministry stands as a beacon of nurturing environments, strong community bonds, and Christian values within our vibrant church community. Our commitment to providing a safe and trusting environment is unwavering, with employees meticulously vetted through background checks and equipped...

TVCCA Early Care and Education and Head Start Center

380 Taftville Occum Rd, Taftville, CT

The TVCCA Early Care and Education and Head Start Center in Taftville, Connecticut offers child care and preschool education to children from low-income families, from six weeks old up to five years old. Head Start prepares the children for further education by providing activities that stimulate...

Pollywogs Child Development Center

417 Norwich Westerly Rd, North Stonington, CT

Pollywogs Child Development Center is an educational childcare facility located at 417 Norwich Westerly Road, North Stonington, Connecticut. It provides a theme-based curriculum filled with fun and educational activities that stimulate the children's imagination, curiosity and creativity. Pollywogs...

Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Ct Inc

Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Ct Inc

255 Hempstead St, New London, CT

Daycare services and after school programs

Stepping Stones Discovery & Development Center

177 Pleasant Valley Rd S, Groton, CT

Stepping Stones Discovery & Development Center offers quality childcare and early childhood education programs. It provides learning through a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities in a safe and stimulating environment. The center is located in Groton, Connecticut and has a...

Mary's Day Care

45 Laurel Point Dr, Oakdale, CT

Mary's Day Care is a childcare provider that serves the community of Oakdale CT. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among children. The childcare center promotes balanced learning by integrating child-initiated and...

Pooh Corner Preschool Learning Center, Inc.

55 Otrobando Ave, Norwich, CT

Located in Norwich, Connecticut, Pooh Corner Preschool Learning Center, Inc. is a full-day child care and early education facility for children ages six weeks through five years old. It believes in the philosophy that children learn best by doing. The Center provides an age-appropriate classroom...

DayLilies Daycare

18 Whittle Street, Mystic, CT

I am a licensed daycare provider with the State of CT (19 years) and have 27 years experience. I am also a participant of the Providers Nutrition Network. This program enables me to provide breakfast, lunch and snacks to the children in my care at no extra cost to the parents for as long as the...

Play & Learn Child Development Center

10 Wininger Dr, Preston, CT

Play & Learn Child Development Center based at 10 Wininger Drive, Preston, CT 06365 operates Mondays through Fridays from 6:30 AM to 6 PM and specializes in children ages six weeks to twelve years old. The center offers Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, and School-age programs.

Teddybear Hollow Day Care LLC

517 Norwich New London Tpke, Uncasville, CT

Teddybear Hollow Day Care believes in children developing best in a loving and nurturing environment where active learning is encouraged. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.

Ivy Cottage Children Center

346 Colonel Ledyard Hwy, Ledyard, CT

Ivy Cottage Children’s Center strives to foster a love of learning to last a lifetime. The program fully supports and enhances all areas of a child’s development through a holistic agricultural curriculum. They provide a nurturing learning environment which offers a wealth of experiences to enhance...

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