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Susan's Family Daycare

5.0

Miss Sue is excellent! I have used her since my oldest was 18 months(now4) and my youngest started at 6 weeks old(now 23 months). She has always made me feel safe leaving them there. She goes above and beyond to any day care I know. When we had a family emergency with our youngest she kept our...

- Danielle A.

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.

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.

Leaps & Bounds

5.0

We used Miss Jill for our older daughter. Miss Jill is amazing, warm, kind, flexible, and was a joy to work with. She eased many of my fears about leaving my daughter under the care of someone else and was so gentle with our daughter. She has a wonderful space for children to play inside and...

- Fionnuala D.

Preschools in New London, CT

Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Ct Inc

Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Ct Inc

255 Hempstead St, New London, CT

Daycare services and after school programs

I have been licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health since February 1987. I have cared for many children over the years. Some of those children now have their own child who has attended my daycare. I am a mother of 3 grown children and a grandmother of a 2 year old boy who...

Child Works Pre-School

3 Garvin St, New London, CT

Child Works Pre-School provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children three to five years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child...

ST. LUKE GRINS & GIGGLES PRESCHOOL

ST. LUKE GRINS & GIGGLES PRESCHOOL

1830 ROUTE 12, GALES FERRY, CT

Starting at $475/mo

Our traditional nonprofit Christian preschool (NOT A DAYCARE) provides your toilet trained three, four or five year old child with a nurturing, stimulating environment designed to encourage individual growth. We operate M-F from 9-12:00 from September through June. Small class sizes of no more than...

THE GLOBAL CHILD, LEDYARD

THE GLOBAL CHILD, LEDYARD

740 Colonel Ledyard Hwy, LEDYARD, CT

Starting at $1440/mo

The Global Child, LLC is an early childhood school and care center offering second language Spanish exposure daily integrated with our proprietary curriculum that prepares your child for school and life success. Our school offers Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool programs. Our teachers are highly...

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,...

Tiny Sprouts Playhouse

Tiny Sprouts Playhouse

7 HURLBUTT RD UNIT A-2, GALES FERRY, CT

Starting at $1460/mo

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...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS LEARNING ACADEMY

FIRST IMPRESSIONS LEARNING ACADEMY

758R COLONEL LEDYARD HWY, LEDYARD, CT

Starting at $1300/mo

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...

Erica's Affordable Child Care

Erica's Affordable Child Care

26 Florida St, Groton, CT

Stay at home mom looking to make some extra money providing child care for children, ages 1-5, during the day and older children for after school (extended) hours. One month terms and first week paid upfront. Will provide healthy snacks, lunch must be brought. Children will have specified...

Susan's Family Daycare

28 Hyrock Terrace, Groton, CT

5.0

(1)

i am a lic home daycare provider located in Groton. I hold a BA in child development and I am a past preschool teacher. I offer competitive rates and one on one care for your child as well as a nurturing home. I also offer a safe outside area for play and a preschool program. My preschool program is...
5.0
"Miss Sue is excellent! I have used her since my oldest was 18 months(now4) and my youngest started at 6 weeks old(now 23 months). She has always made me feel safe leaving them there. She goes above and beyond to any day care I know. When we had a family emergency...

Danielle A.


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 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...

Beth H.


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.


Leaps & Bounds

213 Black Ash Rd, Oakdale, CT

5.0

(1)

My name is Jill. My Family Day Care Home has been licensed for 11 years. I currently have an opening for age 2 or older. I offer a professional preschool curriculum which includes a daily art project, reading and math readiness as well as fine and gross motor development. References provided upon...
5.0
"We used Miss Jill for our older daughter. Miss Jill is amazing, warm, kind, flexible, and was a joy to work with. She eased many of my fears about leaving my daughter under the care of someone else and was so gentle with our daughter. She has a wonderful space for...

Fionnuala D.


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...

The Creative Playschool Inc

29 Society Rd, Niantic, CT

The Creative Playschool, Inc located at 29 Society Road, Niantic, CT is a non-profit, non-denominational cooperative preschool for children ages three to six years old. The school offers extensive programs and curriculum designed to meet the developmental needs of the children.

Toll Gate Christian Nursery School

66 Toll Gate Rd, Groton, CT

Located in Groton, Connecticut, Toll Gate Christian Nursery School offers developmentally appropriate activities based on children's individual ability and interest to promote each child's success. The School offers programs that promote social skills, physical development, positive self-concepts,...

Kenyon's Home Daycare

8 Poppy Lane, East Lyme, CT

I have been a home daycare provider for 28 years. certified in CPR & first aid. I have also worked with children with disabilities. I am located in the Flanders school district. Meals are included. I love children! caring for them & watching them grow. They are all so unique. We have a large outdoor...

Kirsten's Childcare

73 Stonybrook Road, Gales Ferry, CT

* Kirsten's Childcare is a licensed in-home daycare. * Owned and operated by a experienced early childhood educator. (Kirsten has a Bachelor of Science Degree with a focus in Early Childhood Education & 9 years of early childhood teaching experience - preschool and kindergarten.) * Open 49...

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...

M & M Day Care

M & M Day Care

278 Meridian St 2, Groton, CT

GROTON, CT......CHILD CARE IN MY HOME......***NON-SMOKING***......Easy access to I-95, Route 12, and Route 1......close to Westside Middle School ......children ages 3 to 11....7 days a week, between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm...can also do over-night if needed. I am 47 years old, been married for 25...

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