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Building Blocks Hamden
5.0
My daughter has really enjoyed the infant room. She has reached so many milestones and her teachers have great communication. We love her school and all the friends she is making.
- Kyle W.
Catbells Home Daycare
5.0
Diana provided outstanding childcare for my two children, both at her in-home daycare and at a childcare facility in our town. I first met Diana when my oldest was not quite two years old, and Diana was in charge of the babysitting area at Xanadu Family Center in Hamden CT. I had never left my...
- Alison H
Educare Learning Academy
5.0
Educare provided my child with above and beyond care at a time where other daycares were unwilling to take on a child with a feeding tube. They worked with me as a team to provide my child with everything she needed to thrive and even went so far as to re-organize the classroom and create...
- Kathryn E
Educare Learning Academy, LLC
5.0
We have been with Educare for 18 months. The experience has exceeded our expectations. Our child was Spanish speaking and within 6 months was bilingual based solely on interventions done at Educare. His mother and I were caught by surprise when he simply started speaking English one day. Their...
- David D
Noah's Ark Day Care
4.0
Noahs ark in a great place the staff are professional and very loving towards the children. No child is a number. They are very flexible. And work with parents when problems or emergencies arise in our day to day.
- Mother
Preschools in Hamden, CT
Building Blocks Hamden
40 London Dr, HAMDEN, CT
5.0
(3)
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.
Catbells Home Daycare
932 Dunbar Hill Road, Hamden, CT
5.0
(1)
Catbells is a flexible program, focused on creating a nurturing environment that will enrich the lives of young children. Owned and operated by Diana Theriault, it is fully licensed as a home daycare. Diana began working with children when her daughter was about a year old. She started as a...
5.0
"Diana provided outstanding childcare for my two children, both at her in-home daycare and at a childcare facility in our town. I first met Diana when my oldest was not quite two years old, and Diana was in charge of the babysitting area at Xanadu Family Center in...
Alison H
Educare Learning Academy
1911 State Street, Hamden, CT
5.0
(4)
We Care for your Child's Education
We promote in children self-confidence and the love for learning, by providing a safe and nurturing environment where children reach their full potential.
We regard families as a child's first and most important educator. We wish to support parent's efforts in...
5.0
"Incredibly kind, professional staff that work to make sure each kid feels special. Maya (the owner) is super hands on and gets to know each parent and child well. Honestly sad to move away from this place - it's gonna be hard finding something of the caliber."
Adry S.
Educare Learning Academy, LLC
1909 State Street, Hamden, CT
5.0
(2)
Infant and Toddler learning center, encouraging children to be amazing individuals and learn, play, grow to their full potential!
5.0
"We have been with Educare for 18 months. The experience has exceeded our expectations. Our child was Spanish speaking and within 6 months was bilingual based solely on interventions done at Educare. His mother and I were caught by surprise when he simply started...
David D
Noah's Ark Day Care
206 Lane St, Hamden, CT
4.0
(1)
Noah’s Ark Day Care, Hamden, CT, is a child care center established in 2008. It is a state certified preschool and daycare center. They provide an age-appropriate programs for children ages 3 to 12 years of age. They have a certified CPR and first aid trained staff.
4.0
"Noahs ark in a great place the staff are professional and very loving towards the children. No child is a number. They are very flexible. And work with parents when problems or emergencies arise in our day to day."
Mother
Sunshine Preschool
20 Augur Street, Hamden, CT
5.0
(1)
5.0
"I highly recommend this school. If you want to prepare your child for elementary school then this is the place for it. The staff is caring and the kids love them. Reading, sight words and math are just a few of the things that they will learn. Look no further, they...
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The Nest Schools Hamden
1315 Dixwell Ave, HAMDEN, CT
At The Nest Schools, each day holds a promise to our families. We create a culture of kindness, build the foundations for wellness for life, make learning fun, and continually take our best and make it better. Everything we do is intended to foster a love of learning and set our children up for a...
THE LEARNING CURVE DAYCARE CENTER
60 CONNOLLY PKWY BLDG 18, HAMDEN, CT
The Learning Curve is a daycare with child-centered classrooms created for responsiveness to the children’s needs where they are likely to flourish.
A child-centered classroom differs from a teacher-directed in the materials, questions, and activities introduced by the teacher are...
Friendly Forest Daycare
100 Knob Hill Dr., Hamden, CT
At home daycare in a family friendly neighborhood owned and operated by a caring, well qualified professional.
Open Monday through Friday 7:30am-5:30 pm. We have a variety of programs to suit many schedules. Please call or email for additional information and available openings.
Friendly...
Leamsy's Nest
30 Taft St, Hamden, CT
Leamsy's Nest
(203)-717-2460
Are you looking a home day care that will provide your children with a structured routine, a jump start to educational activities such as arts & crafts, storytelling, Puzzles and critical thinking? Do you want your children to gain...
Kabs 4 Kidz
105 Sanford Street, Hamden, CT
Kabs 4 Kidz is a transportation service exclusively created to transport children, up to 21 years of age. We provide transportation to and from school, before/after school programs, boarding schools, centers/daycare facilities, emergency child sick pick up, field trips, and extra curricula activity,...
Duck Pond Day Care Inc
84 Washington Avenue, Hamden, CT
Duck Pond Day Care offers care for Infants, Toddlers and Preschool age children.
Carrot Patch Early Learning Center
235 Johnson Road, Hamden, CT
The Carrot Patch is a warm, community school providing a full-day nature-based program for children from 6 weeks of age til they begin their journey to kindergarten. We build on children's innate connection to the natural world as a way to integrate literacy, science, music and movement, arts,...
St Stephen School
412 Ridge Rd, Hamden, CT
St. Stephen School provides an after-school childcare program in Hamden, Connecticut. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination in a Catholic...
Zulma's Home Daycare
67 Jesswig Dr, Hamden, CT
Zulma's Home Daycare is a licensed childcare facility and early education provider that can accommodate up to six children and located at 67 Jesswig Drive, Hamden, Connecticut. The facility is open form Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. It...
Hamden Youth Services Bureau Child Care
11 Pine St, Hamden, CT
Hamden Youth Services Bureau Child Care is a childcare facility that accepts young children three to twelve years of age throughout the Hamden community of Connecticut. The center can accommodate up to 56 children and seeks to provide a wide array of early childhood education programs for...
Harris & Tucker School Inc
412 Newhall Street, Hamden, CT
Harris & Tucker School is the oldest family owned and operated child care programs based on the New Haven, Hamden border. We are a faith based program that focuses on the whole child and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Preschool culinary arts with a farm to table program and a security...
Babysitter
31 First St., Hamden, CT
I'm a student at Hamden High School. I'm a senior and I love taking care of kids. I like spending time with children such as playing games,tutoring, etc. I'm really caring and responsible and is willing to babysit after school. around 1:30 p.m. the latest 2p.m.
Thanks,
Lucero
The Smart Start Preschool and Learning Center
4133 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT
The Smart Start Preschool and Learning Center is a state licensed preschool and child care center. It currently has PT and FT openings for children ages three to 5 years old.
Located near the Hamden/Cheshire town lines.
Certified Staff is trained in CPR and First Aid.
Preschool program is...
Cat Bells Daycare
932 Dunbar Hill Rd, Hamden, CT
Creating a nurturing atmosphere, Cat Bells Daycare in Hamden, CT enriches young children's lives. They provide a loving and consistent environment that is rich in developmental activities that will allow for individual play and discoveries. They adapt to the student's needs while providing attention...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Hamden, CT
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Hamden, CT?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Hamden, 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 Hamden, CT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Hamden, CT?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Hamden, 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 Hamden, CT.
How can I find a preschool near me in Hamden, CT?
When looking for a preschool near you in Hamden, 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 Hamden, CT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Hamden, CT preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Preschools in Hamden, CT are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.