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Birch Mountain Day School

My son went for years and it was just the best experience! We loved it there. It's a warm and trusting environment. and we always recommend...

- Heather H.

Willow House Preschool & Early Learning Center

Willow House Review My daughter turned three years old this past March we started Willow House this January when she was 34 months old. As...

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Marlborough Elementary Child Care Association (MECCA)

I haved worked at this place and it felt like a friendly family environment. The staff work really well together. Tons of outside events...

- Donna V.

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Shelley's Family Day Care

66 Johnson Rd Columbia, CT

I run a state licensed family oriented day care out of my home. License number 55540. I am accepting applications for infant to school age. Limited space available. Includes preschool curriculum along with meals and snacks. Always a loving home environment. Feel free to e-mail me for references and any other details
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Jacquelyn Lindsay

13 Hunt Rd Columbia, CT

Child care
In-Home daycare
Jacquelyn Lindsay operates a home-based childcare facility that serves the community of Columbia CT from Mondays through Fridays. It offers a loving and caring environment for six children and provides developmentally appropriate activities that fit infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This home center is an ideal place for...
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Birch Mountain Day School

645 BIRCH MOUNTAIN RD MANCHESTER, CT

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1236/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Birch Mountain Day School, Inc. was founded in 1995 based on the need for quality educational programming for young children. Located in Manchester, CT, we believe that what we offer is the best, balanced combination of education and day care. Our philosophy is that children come first. Serving children from 3 months old to 5...

Heather H. says "My son went for years and it was just the best experience! We loved it there. It's a warm and trusting environment. and we always recommend them to other...

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Willow House Preschool & Early Learning Center

1208 Stafford Road Mansfield Depot, CT

4.0(6)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Cooperative
Academic
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Our warm friendly center personalizes in education and care for babies and children ages 6 weeks up to the age of 9. As a technology free center this allows for more hands-on learning and exploration for the children which is facilitated by early childhood educated and experience staff members. The children who attend our...

Care Member says "Willow House Review My daughter turned three years old this past March we started Willow House this January when she was 34 months old. As a mom who...

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Marlborough Elementary Child Care Association (MECCA)

25 School DR Marlborough, CT

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
The MECCA Philosophy: To provide high quality, developmentally appropriate child care for all families in the community in a safe, warm, caring and educational environment. We focus on the individual child's age and ability to stimulate their social, cognitive, physical and emotional growth. Our program is carefully designed to...

Donna V. says "I haved worked at this place and it felt like a friendly family environment. The staff work really well together. Tons of outside events happen in and out...

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Just Like Home Family Childcare

2943 Main Street Coventry, CT

Just Like Home Family Childcare is an in-home childcare offering a before and after school program for children in kindergarten to grade 5 in Coventry, CT. Just Like Home has been open since 2004, and Leah has cared for children from infancy through 5th grade. The recent change to a focus on before and after school children is...
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Bolton Recreation Department

222 Bolton Center Rd Bolton, CT

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Through the Bolton Recreation Department we offer summer camp care as well as after school care year round for our community and outside community members. Bolton Summer Camp is held at Herrick Memorial park in Bolton. Through out the day campers engage with staff and other campers in games, activities, out door play, water play...
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Educational Playcare

28 Wilbur Cross Way Storrs Mansfield, CT

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
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 programs for children that can be...
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Community Children's Center

797 Mansfield City Rd Storrs, CT

5.0(2)
Child care
Preschool
Community Children's Center located in Storrs CT is childcare center that offers a safe environment for children. It provides developmentally appropriate programs that foster emotional, intellectual, social and physical growth of children. The center also offers variety of activities that enhance children's learning experience.

Veronica H. says "Both of my children went to CCC and had an amazing experience. Nature based, dedicated teachers, kids thrive here!"

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The Hans Christian Andersen Montessori School

212 Bolton Center Rd Bolton, CT

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Hans Christian Andersen Montessori School in Bolton, CT offers opportunities for young students to explore language, geography, math, science, practical/sensorial life, and art. They build a foundation for skills that include communication, language, and expression while encouraging children to discover their unique...
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Honey Bear Child Care

2544 Main St Coventry, CT

Child care
Honey Bear Child Care is a licensed in-home day care facility that offers early care and learning programs for preschool and school-age children. The company serves the Coventry, Connecticut area and admits to kids of up to 12 years old Honey Bear Child Care is open Mondays through Fridays from seven thirty in the morning until...
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Just Like Home Family Childcare

2943 Main St Coventry, CT

Child care
In-Home daycare
Just Like Home Family Childcare in Coventry, Connecticut is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 6 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 development.
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We Care Daycare

26 Alexander Rd Colchester, CT

Child care
We Care Daycare is a child care provider located in the state of Connecticut. It specializes in comprehensive child care programs suited for young children. It accommodates infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. The Daycare operates every Monday through Friday.
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Coventry Early Childhood Center Inc

1171 Main St Coventry, CT

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Coventry Early Childhood Center provides a quality early educational experience for children and parents reflecting a caring atmosphere of mutual respect, individuality, and personal empowerment as a foundation for personal and educational success. The center provides a structured setting encouraging the development of...
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Oak Grove Montessori Elementry & Preschl (inc)

132 Pleasant Valley Rd Mansfield Center, CT

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Providing students with high-quality and nurturing Montessori academic experiences, Oak Grove Montessori Elementary & Preschool in Mansfield Center, CT features an atmosphere where the children realize their full potential. They promote positive self-image and encourage the student's development. They also support sensitivity to...
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Mansfield After School Program

321 Hunting Lodge Rd Storrs Mansfield, CT

Child care
Preschool
Mansfield After School Program 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.
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Marlborough Cooperative Nursery School

35 S Main St Marlborough, CT

Preschool
Marlborough Cooperative Nursery School is a unique learning facility located in Marlborough, CT taking care of young children ages three to five years old. The school offers a wide variety of programs focusing on academic discipline, social development, rules and routines, and parental communication.
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Hebron Center Nursery School

1 Lebanon Rd Hebron, CT

Child care
Preschool
Hebron Center Nursery School in Hebron, CT offers excellent early childhood experience in an age-appropriate, exciting, caring, and supportive atmosphere that retains the flavor of traditional and magic in their preschool programs. They address the increasing educational standards and continually evolve to meet the demands of...
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Sara's Home Childcare

195 E Hampton Rd Marlborough, CT

Child care
Preschool
Sara's Home Childcare provides part-time or full-time daycare in a clean, safe, comfortable, loving environment. This daycare maintains a calm and peaceful atmosphere where infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children can be comfortable to learn and play. It is located at 195 East Hampton Road, Marlborough, Connecticut...
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Mansfield's Holiday Hill Day Camp

41 Chaffeeville Rd Mansfield Center, CT

Summer never felt so good! At Holiday Hill Day Camp our superlative and totally dedicated staff joins campers in becoming a true summer family, and camp becomes nothing less than a special summer lifestyle. Campers leave school behind to reinvent themselves in a spirit of safety, comfort, acceptance and SERIOUS FUN! We have...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Columbia, CT

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Columbia, 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 Columbia, CT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Columbia, 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 Columbia, CT.

When looking for a preschool near you in Columbia, 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 Columbia, CT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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