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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.

Happy Time Nursery School

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 glad my kids are able to have this...

- Beth H.

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

(2)

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

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

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,...

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...

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 was the best experience my sons could have had. We loved every minute of it."

Gretchen N.


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.


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...

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...

Fairview Child Development Center

235 Lestertown Rd Ofc, Groton, CT

Fairview Child Development Center is an educational facility that serves the community of Groton CT. It offers an enriching environment and uses child-centered curriculum that foster self-confidence and sense of freedom among children. The center provides balanced learning by integrating...

GROTON-MYSTIC EARLY CHILDHOOD DEV CENTER

591 POQUONNOCK RD, GROTON, CT


Little Learners

130 Gallup Hill Rd, Ledyard, CT

Little Learners located at 130 Gallup Hill Road, Ledyard, Connecticut, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The center...

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...

Annette's Nest Daycare LLC

43 Larchmont Ter, Mystic, CT

Annette's Nest Daycare LLC is an establishment situated in Mystic, CT that is providing services for the students in the community. This child care organization currently accepts children and is open every week from Mondays to Fridays. This child care center started operating in the year 2008 and is...

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...

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...

Nay-nay's Nest

Nay-nay's Nest

109 Prentice Williams Road, Stonington, CT

I offer a very safe and nurturing environment on a CT family farm where children can explore, play, learn and have fun. My philosophy is to provide young children a natural and balanced rhythm to the day that promotes healthy development. After more than 30 years of experience in caring for...

Susans Family Daycare

28 Hyrock Ter, Groton, CT

Susan’s Family Daycare in Groton, Connecticut is a licensed facility established in 1992. They offer child care services and home preschool program for children of all ages. They provide a variety of activities that each child can enjoy. Both full and part time schedule is available from Mondays...

First Step Inc

649 Buddington Rd, Groton, CT

First Step creates a supportive, nurturing, and safe environment to ensure parents' confidence in their child’s safety, happiness, and well-being. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.

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