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All About Kids
5.0
My children have been attending All About Kids for about 3 years now. The curriculum is really good. My oldest son just graduated preschool from here and is now in Kindergarten. He knows so much of what they are teaching since he got such a great start with All About Kids. The staff is great! My...
- Vanessa R.
Back Country Kidz Korner
5.0
She is such a skilled professional who can work with both staff and kids. She has such a great mindset to run a program.
- Nancy N.
Shining Stars Daycare, LLC
5.0
My daughter has been with Dawn since she was a 5 month old baby and she really enjoyed going to daycare. If you are looking for a smaller group setting, a lot of interactions and have a consistent teacher/care giver that your young children can learn to trust, I'd highly recommend this place. The...
- Cherry T.
KIDDY CARE - PLAY SCHOOL
5.0
Amazing place. Real caretakers.
- Sarah F.
Saugatuck Nursery School, Inc
5.0
Our daughter just started her second year at SNS and we couldn't be happier. The school is play-based which was important to us and all of the teachers have been warm and nurturing. I have been thrilled with our experience so far and look forward to having our second child start school there next...
- Elizabeth B.
Preschools in New Canaan, CT
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...
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,...
Janets Child Care
3 Daphne Dr, Norwalk, CT
I have a family child care in my home. I'm licensed for 6 children full time and 3 before and after school. I live in the Cranbury/Wolfpit area of Norwalk.
We have been here for 50 years and have a happy loving home for the children. We have a large outdoor play area and a large indoor playroom. I...
Play Smart LLC
4 Ledgebrook Court, Weston, CT
Play Smart is an educational, family-based child care facility serving families with children from young toddlers through preschool age. Our family based child care offers both a nurturing home atmosphere and stimulating environment with opportunities to explore, learn and grow.
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...
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...
The Long Ridge School
478 Erskine Road, Stamford, CT
Grace Daycare & Learning Center
369 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT
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...
All About Kids
115 WATERBURY AVE, STAMFORD, CT
5.0
(1)
All About Kids specializes in encouraging intellectual, physical, and social development of children, ages one to five years old, through music, art, and much more. We are a locally and family-owned and operated school serving the community since 1989. We accept enrollments all year round and offer...
5.0
"My children have been attending All About Kids for about 3 years now. The curriculum is really good. My oldest son just graduated preschool from here and is now in Kindergarten. He knows so much of what they are teaching since he got such a great start with All...
Vanessa R.
Back Country Kidz Korner
12 BANKSVILLE RD, GREENWICH, CT
5.0
(2)
*WE ARE PART TIME ONLY*
We are a small nursery school located in the back country of Greenwich, Conn. Our focus is on the interests and abilities of each child and to help connect with nature and the world around them. Toni Natale, the director, brings with her over 40 years of experience in the...
5.0
"She was my sons teacher for 2 years in 84 and 85. She is an excellent teacher and director. Very loving, attentive and knowledgeable. Very safe and clean environment. "
Mary Ann M.
Shining Stars Daycare, LLC
7 Gordon St, Norwalk, CT
5.0
(1)
The Shining Stars Daycare provides a preschool program in Norwalk, Connecticut. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities and aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Shining Stars Daycare...
5.0
"My daughter has been with Dawn since she was a 5 month old baby and she really enjoyed going to daycare. If you are looking for a smaller group setting, a lot of interactions and have a consistent teacher/care giver that your young children can learn to trust, I'd...
Cherry T.
Janet's Child Care
3 Daphne Dr, Norwalk, CT
5.0
(1)
Janet's Child Care is a home-based childcare provider that serves the community of Norwalk CT since 2005. It offers a warm and loving environment and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. The home center...
Learning Center At Piper's Hill Inc
17 Roxbury Rd, Stamford, CT
5.0
(1)
The Learning Center at Piper's Hill(TLCPH) is a not for profit early childhood development center that has been serving the Stamford and surrounding communities for over 40 years.
KIDDY CARE - PLAY SCHOOL
68 Hartswood Road, Stamford, CT
5.0
(1)
Welcome to the world of Kiddy Care Playschool. We have been established in the area of the Ridges of Stamford for 32 years!
We provide learning experiences for children from infants to five years old. We offer a curriculum and learning opportunities appropriate to your child's age and needs. We...
5.0
"Amazing place. Real caretakers."
Sarah F.
Saugatuck Nursery School, Inc
245 Post Rd E, Westport, CT
3.0
(2)
Saugatuck Nursery School, Inc in Westport, CT is a culturally-diverse school where they learn social skills in a safe and happy atmosphere. They offer the students individualized attention in a caring and warm environment. This child care organization base their lessons on the Preschool Curriculum...
5.0
"Our daughter just started her second year at SNS and we couldn't be happier. The school is play-based which was important to us and all of the teachers have been warm and nurturing. I have been thrilled with our experience so far and look forward to having our...
Elizabeth B.
Family Home Child Care
8 Yankee Doodle Court, Norwalk, CT
5.0
(1)
Family Home Child Care is a state licensed center, which provides a loving, caring, and nurturing environment, while focusing on learning and play! Well-established local business, centered loosely around a constructive style of learning. All children aged newborn through elementary school are...
5.0
"The best child care you can ask for the children are well taken care of i couldn't ask for a better daycare the best"
Mildred D.
Norfield Children's Center
64 Norfield Rd, Weston, CT
5.0
(2)
Norfield Children’s Center is a licensed learning community that is strategically located at 64 Norfield Rd, Weston, CT that has been in the child care business for more than 50 years. Their center offers a welcoming and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow.
5.0
"We absolutely love Norfield! They have wonderful, caring teachers that are very attentive. It is a lovely play based environment with a great location (right by the library, schools and town center). This is the 2nd year my daughter has been attending Norfield and...
Laura
All About Kids Early Learning Center Of Norwalk
131 Strawberry Hill Ave, NORWALK, CT
All About Kids specializes in encouraging intellectual, physical, and social development of children, ages one to five years old, through music, art, and much more. We are a locally and family-owned and operated school serving the community since 1989. We accept enrollments all year round and offer...
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...
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
303 Mathews Park, Norwalk, CT
Preschool for children ages 3 to 5, The ELLI Lab School at Stepping Stones Museum for Children offers engaging, play-based experiences in a sensory- and language-rich environment. Nurturing educators and an exciting curriculum are focused on building the skills, knowledge and attitudes in...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in New Canaan, CT
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in New Canaan, CT?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in New Canaan, CT?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT.
How can I find a preschool near me in New Canaan, CT?
When looking for a preschool near you in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.