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Recent preschool reviews in Portland, CT

Little Hands Big Hearts Childcare, LLC

5.0

My kids started at Little Hands Big Hearts in May of 2017. At that time my daughter was 20 months and my son 4 months shy of his 4th bday. I wasn't happy with my previous daycare for many reasons and we started looking to find a new provider. From the moment I met Jen, I got this warm and...

- Ania M.

Middlefield Children's Center

4.0

MCC is a delightful play based preschool. We love the regular field trips to the local library and nature walks and hearing which centers our son chooses to play in each day. In addition to developmentally appropriate crafts, there are literacy based activities that the children simply think of as...

- Katy

Baby Shack

5.0

We love Samka! She has cared for my daughter since she was only 3 months old. Going back to work was difficult, but it was such a relief to know that Samka would be caring for her, when I couldn't. She is super flexible and reliable... and, she absolutely adores my daughter!

- Jessica S

Preschools in Portland, CT

Portland Youth Services Child Care

5 Lower Main St, Portland, CT

Portland Youth Services Child Care is an early childhood center that offers day care services geared for preschool and school-age children. The company is based in Portland, Connecticut and enrolls kids between the ages of zero to eighteen years old. Portland Youth Services Child Care also provides...

5.0

(2)

Welcome! Little Hands Big Hearts is a home-based childcare facility located in Newington, CT. Our number one goal is to provide a fun, educational, safe and healthy environment for the children. We will make every effort to provide only the best care possible for your child. We offer care for...
5.0
"I would strongly recommend this childcare facility for any child/family looking to grow and develop in a nurturing, safe, and fun environment! My child is surpassing his developmental stages and is eager to go to school everyday! The curriculum is very structured...

Kate S.


Middlefield Children's Center

Middlefield Children's Center

390 Main Street, Middlefield, CT

4.9

(14)

Our program is child-centered and based upon the belief that play is the best way for children to learn. Our approach is individualized to meet each child's needs and interests. Each classroom is organized with centers for creative art, literature, science and pre-math, dramatic play, and cognitive...
5.0
"I could not have chosen a better place for my children to be. My son is a preschooler and can't wait to go to school every day! The teachers are warm and welcoming. My daughter attends before and after school and she loves it. The activities that they have for...

Lindsey D


Baby Shack

Baby Shack

5 Isabelle Ter, Newington, CT

5.0

(4)

We offer full time care for infants AND toddlers. We also offer after school care for Children up to 12 Years old. For more info please e-mail... You can use care.com or babyshackdaycare@gmail.com
5.0
"My daughter loves being here. The daycare is very clean and I feel 100% comfortable leaving my child here. This is my daughters first daycare and it was a great choice! Highly recommend this daycare."

Amber B.


YMCA Childcare and Program Center

YMCA Childcare and Program Center

10 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin, CT

Children are like sponges they watch and absorb knowledge, skills and values from everything and everyone around them. At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That s why our child care, afterschool, learning...

MY SCHOOL

MY SCHOOL

1 SINCO PL, EAST HAMPTON, CT

My School!: Philosophy We believe that a high quality children’s program provides a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of young children while responding to the needs of their families. All of our programs will be developmentally...

HK Cubs Childcare Center

HK Cubs Childcare Center

57 Little City Road, Higganum, CT

Teachers, parents and the school community share in an effort to create an exciting and challenging place for children to learn and grow. *Open year round, 7:00am to 5:00pm. *Infants through Preschool. *Experienced and loving staff. *CPR/First Aid/Medication Admin....

Kiddie Academy of Rocky Hill

Kiddie Academy of Rocky Hill

158 New Britain Avenue, ROCKY HILL, CT

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Kids Village Daycare

Kids Village Daycare

36 Hewitt St, Wethersfield, CT

At Kids Village Learning Center we offer full-time and part-time care for infants through age 5 years old along with before & after school care for children ages 5 years old through 12 years old. We will offer drop-in by the hour care for those who need last minute care. We are very flexible with...

Building Blocks Middletown

Building Blocks Middletown

800 East Street, MIDDLETOWN, CT

Welcome to Building Blocks Early Learning Center in Middletown, CT 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...

Kids Cave Daycare

Kids Cave Daycare

27 Judd RD., Wethersfield, CT

Dear Families, We are open when you need us! Finding the right care for your child should give you a sense of comfort and confidence in knowing your child's well-being and development is our priority!! We truly believe children learn best through play and socialization with others. We have a...

Little Scholars Preschool

Little Scholars Preschool

805 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, CT

Little Scholars Preschool offers an enriched child-centered curriculum that creates a stimulating environment for growth in five fundamental areas of development: social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical. We provide quality play experiences and school readiness for preschool children...

Pumpkin Patch Preschool

Pumpkin Patch Preschool

11 Kirby Road, Cromwell, CT

Pumpkin Patch Preschool & Child Care Centers is a family owned business that has been in the business of serving families for over 30 years. We provide children with quality childcare in a safe, nurturing and stimulating atmosphere. Our centers are state licensed and conveniently located with an...

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...

Learn & Play Home Daycare

Learn & Play Home Daycare

416 Nott Street Wethersfield CT 06109, Wethersfield, CT

We provide an innovative, nurturing and stimulating environment where children develop independence, confidence and a positive sense of self and the world around them. Our curriculum is designed to involve children in experiences that enhance language, literacy, music, movement, art and...

Robie's Learning Corner

Robie's Learning Corner

226 Nott St, Wethersfield, CT

We are a new in Home Daycare ready to serve you and your children. We provide excellent care for your child. Our goal is to make sure you are comfortable and confident knowing your child is well cared for. Growth is one of our priorities. Children learn best from social interaction with kids their...

KIDCO Child Care Center

KIDCO Child Care Center

2175 Berlin Tpke, Newington, CT

KIDCO Child Care Center in Newington, Connecticut is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 280 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...

Kensington Nursery School

Kensington Nursery School

185 Sheldon Street, Kensington, CT

Kensington Nursery School is a Family Centered nursery school in Kensington, CT. We offer two programs; a Tuesday/Thursday class for 3-year-olds, and a Monday/Wednesday/Friday program for 4 year-olds. Kensington Nursery School's program focuses on hands-on learning in a positive,...

The Learning Experience, Wethersfield

The Learning Experience, Wethersfield

88 Executive Square, WETHERSFIELD, CT

From Infant through preschool, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Educational Playcare

Educational Playcare

9 High Road, Berlin, CT

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...

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