TOP 10 Preschools in Darien, CT

Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Darien, CT?

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

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Darien, CT?

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

Q: How can I find a preschool near me in Darien, CT?

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

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Recent preschool reviews in Darien, CT

Building Blocks Stamford High Ridge

5.0

I am so grateful for the exceptional care my child receives at Building Blocks! From the moment we enrolled, the staff has been warm, professional, and genuinely passionate about their work. The teachers create a nurturing environment where my child feels safe, loved, and excited to learn each day....

- Alison G.

Edgewood Academy

5.0

The Edgewood Academy is the perfect setting for anyone who wants a friendly and loving environment for their kids. My son attended for two years and thrived. He blossomed into an empathetic boy who loves to play with other kids and is gentle with babies. Prior to joining the Academy, he was not as...

- Care member

GRACE DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER

5.0

My daughter has been enrolled at Grace Daycare since she was 2 months old. She is now 4. I have been fortunate to witness the positive impact that the new administrative team has brought to the center. The environment alone is welcoming, supportive, and inspiring to the children. My daughter truly...

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Beginner Steps Daycare Llc

5.0

Beginner Steps has been a great daycare choice for our family. Our son started at 3 months old and although going back to work was hard, I have never doubted that he is in great hands. Strong focus on developmental milestones and having fun which is important to us!

- Toni P.

Brum Brum Learning Preschool

5.0

As a new parents, we had no experience with Daycares.We wanted a place that would be safe educational and close home. We found what we were looking for and more with Brum, Brum Daycare. Our son is being cared for by Rafaela. We love to hear daily about things he is experiencing and learning. Highly...

- Kasia

Preschools in Darien, CT

Methodist Family Center Preschool Inc

345 Middlesex Rd, Darien, CT

Methodist Family Center Preschool 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...

First Congregational Church Nursery School

14 Brookside Rd, Darien, CT

First Congregational Church Nursery School located in Darien, CT provides a rich preschool experience for more than 100 children ages three to five years old. The school offers a high-quality early childhood education program focusing on children's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and...

St John Preschool

1986 Post Rd, Darien, CT

St. John Preschool is committed to teaching Christian morals and values. They create a caring and safe environment fostering curiosity and love for learning. The program is designed to promote the emotional, social, spiritual, cognitive, and physical development of each child.

Evrika Learning Center

69 Noroton Ave, Darien, CT

Evrika Learning Center in Darien, Connecticut, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from two to seventeen years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program...

Building Blocks Stamford High Ridge

816 High Ridge Road, STAMFORD, CT

5.0

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Building Blocks offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether it’s a trusted preschool program or nurturing infant and toddler classrooms that are more than just “daycare,” our full-time and part-time options offer families the ideal care solution that fits their...

5.0

"I am so grateful for the exceptional care my child receives at Building Blocks! From the moment we enrolled, the staff has been warm, professional, and genuinely passionate about their work. The teachers create a nurturing environment where my child feels safe,...

Alison G.

Edgewood Academy

18 Edgewood Ave, Stamford, CT

4.8

(16)

Nestled in a beautiful botanical setting our small home-based daycare center offers top of the line child care service and unique nature-oriented program that fosters children's natural sense of wonder and joy of discovery, nurtures their imagination and stimulates them towards learning in general....

5.0

"The Edgewood Academy is the perfect setting for anyone who wants a friendly and loving environment for their kids. My son attended for two years and thrived. He blossomed into an empathetic boy who loves to play with other kids and is gentle with babies. Prior to...

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GRACE DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER

369 WASHINGTON BLVD, STAMFORD, CT

Starting at $2250/mo

5.0

(7)

Grace Daycare & Learning Center is a childcare provider serving the Stamford and Greenwich, CT areas. We offer care and early education programs for children ranging from 3 months to 6 years old, fostering growth and development in a nurturing, safe, and supportive environment. Our programs are...

5.0

"Grace Daycare & Learning Center has the absolute best learning program for the children. My daughter recently graduated, and is currently in kindergarten .. during my conference with her current teachers, it’s confirmed that my daughter is well beyond a...

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Beginner Steps Daycare Llc

54 Hirsch Road, Stamford, CT

5.0

(2)

A childcare provider that assumes responsibility for the care, growth, and development of children in their parent's absence. A daycare that meets the needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and more. Infants need continuity of caregivers to form strong loving relationships that help them feel...

5.0

"Beginner Steps has been a great daycare choice for our family. Our son started at 3 months old and although going back to work was hard, I have never doubted that he is in great hands. Strong focus on developmental milestones and having fun which is important to...

Toni P.

Brum Brum Learning Preschool

536 Stillwater Rd, Stamford, CT

5.0

(2)

I had been a licensed family daycare for thirteen years in Florida, and am now licensed in Connecticut. I have my National Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, National Association for Family Childcare Accreditation. And I continually update my education in this profession. Your child...

5.0

"What an amazing and loving place! You can drop your kids off and know that they're not just being watched? They're learning so much!"

Rafaela A.

Otter Tots Play And Learn

11 Carol Drive, Norwalk, CT

5.0

(1)

Otter Tots Play and Learn childcare is located in a quaint, clean family home right near Norwalk City Hall. We may be small in size, but we are mighty strong in learning! We follow all state guidelines for learning pillars; THE CT ELDS AND AGES TO STAGES development standards. Your child will be...

5.0

"Our son loves Otter tots. He is always excited to walk in the door and really loves his time there. He really likes both his friends and caretakers at Otter tots. As parents we also appreciate how informative and responsive Patti is and also knowing he is safe...

Melissa P.

Mother Goose Day Care

8 Park Lane, Westport, CT

5.0

(15)

Mother Goose Day Care is a state licensed family child care center, which provides a loving, caring, and nurturing environment, while focusing on learning and play! Well-established local business, centered loosely around a play based style of learning. All children aged newborn through elementary...

5.0

"We feel so incredibly lucky to have found Ms. Kim. We are deeply satisfied with and grateful for the outstanding care that she provides to our son and he couldn't be happier and more secure there. She provides the perfect mix of a nurturing atmosphere and...

Jennie O.

Building Blocks Wilton

59 Danbury Road, WILTON, CT

THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF STAMFORD

225 HIGH RIDGE RD STE 100W, STAMFORD, CT

The Goddard School of Stamford is a nurturing place that provides safe, loving and consistent care and celebrates meaningful learning experiences for young children. From the education and professionalism of our teachers, to the strong Creative Curriculum, we nurture innate preschool curiosity and...

Whitby School

969 Lake Avenue, Greenwich, CT

Whitby School is an independent, coeducational private day school for students ages 18 months through eighth grade located in Greenwich, Connecticut. Whitby School's Children s House is dedicated to educating our youngest learners. The motto here is Follow the Child . In well-ordered,...

Building Blocks Stamford Camp Ave

72 Camp Avenue, STAMFORD, CT

Creative Child's Play

31 Cascade Rd, Stamford, CT

CREATE, PLAY, LEARN. Our Pre School art classes are geared towards the enrichment of our students fine motor skills,language,cognitive skills as well as the development of peer socialization skills. ~Art Enrichment Play Groups ~Age Groups 2-4Years Old ~2 Hour Drop Off Classes ~1 Hour Art/1...

Round Hill Nursery School

466 Round Hill Road, Greenwich, CT

Round Hill Nursery School was founded in 1946 to provide a quality first learning experience for three and four-year-old children in the back country of Greenwich. In 1984, recognizing and responding to the changing needs of families in Greenwich and the surrounding communities, the First Step...

The Long Ridge School

478 Erskine Road, Stamford, CT

GRACE DAYCARE AND LEARNING CENTER

369 WASHINGTON BLVD, STAMFORD, CT

Starting at $2150/mo

The academic program at Grace Daycare & Learning Center places an emphasis on every aspect of our student's growth and development. We take advantage of the natural curiosity students possess by having our teachers present new information in creative ways and teach through exploratory...

Union Memorial Preschool

58 Church St., Stamford, CT

We are an independent preschool located in Stamford, CT. We are proud to provide a high quality play based curriculum by utilizing the British model of Early Learning. Union Memorial Preschool offers a safe and caring space for little ones to grow, learn and be themselves! We enroll children, 18...