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Middlefield Children's Center

MCC is a delightful play based preschool. We love the regular field trips to the local library and nature walks and hearing which centers...

- Katy

Bounces & Giggles

We have been using this daycare for the past 5 years. I have loved knowing that my girls were at a second home. They were always treated as...

- Lauren

Jayden's Family Daycare

Amazing daughter left Maria the owner . A year ahead entering kindergarten. Truly a blessing to have had my child with her .

- Manny A

Centers Near Durham!

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BASREP INC.

144 Pickett Ln Durham, CT

Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
Basrep is organized to provide quality activities for children in grades K-6, before and after school hours and certain full days, that school is closed but we remain open (Professional Days, Vacation Days, Summer). We are a parent-run program, designed to encourage childrens' cognitive, social, physical, and emotional groth,...
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Child care
Irene's Child Care aims to assist the families in Durham, CT and its neighboring area by providing different assistance programs that will help raise their quality of life. It's early childhood program provides opportunities for children to develop their individual skills by participating in the variety of center-initiated...
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Linda's Home Day Care

410 Powder Hill Rd Durham, CT

Child care
Linda's Home Day Care provides a childcare program in Durham, 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. Linda's Home Day Care is a registered child care home with...
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Durham Co Op Nursery School

16 Main St Bldg 3307 Durham, CT

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Located in Connecticut, the Durham Cooperative Nursery provides child care and quality education. It was established in 1956 to serve children ages 3 to 4. They offer programs that are designed to develop self-esteem, respect and independence. The Co-op is open on weekdays from 9:00AM till 2:00PM.
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Dolphin Days LLC

9 Ozick Dr Durham, CT

Child care
Preschool
Dolphin Days LLC is a childcare and learning facility located at 9 Ozick Drive, Durham, Connecticut. It is open Mondays through Fridays, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM, providing children with a safe, secure, fun and stimulating educational environment where they can explore, discover and learn.
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Middlefield Children's Center

390 Main Street Middlefield, CT

4.0(14)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Preschool
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 and small motor development....

Katy says "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...

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Bounces & Giggles

11 Autumn Court Northford, CT

5.0(6)
Experienced, caring daycare provider with 10 years of in-home child care experience and 2 years' prior daycare center experience. I am licensed by the State of CT, have one employee (with 16+ years' experience) and we are both CPR and First Aid certified. I have raised three of my own children, ages 24, 22 & 12. I have a...

Lauren says "We have been using this daycare for the past 5 years. I have loved knowing that my girls were at a second home. They were always treated as family and were...

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KLA Schools of Wallingford

3 Technology Drive WALLINGFORD, CT

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
KLA Schools of Wallingford is a vibrant, multicultural community of families and educators dedicated to delivering exceptional early childhood education. Our innovative approach lays the foundation for strong academics and a lifelong love of learning. Our school is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach, and we cater to...
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Building Blocks Middletown

800 EAST ST MIDDLETOWN, CT

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
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 offer families the ideal care...
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Educational Playcare

563 Durham Road Madison, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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 programs for children that can be...
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Educational Playcare

15 North Plains Industrial Road Wallingford, CT

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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 programs for children that can be...
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Women and Families Center

169 Colony Street Lower Level Meriden, CT

Child care
Preschool
The WFC Dooley Child Development Center is a School Readiness Preschool Program. We have been accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for over 10 years. Our professional, trained teachers focus on every aspect of children's learning and development (social-emotional, language,...
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-Building Blocks Middletown

800 EAST ST MIDDLETOWN, CT

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
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 offer families the ideal care...
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The Nest Schools Wallingford

7 RESEARCH PKWY WALLINGFORD, CT

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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 lifetime of happiness and...
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The Nest Wallingford

7 Research Pkwy WALLINGFORD, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We have a state-of-the-art facility. We offer over 40,000sq. ft of outdoor play space.
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Bright Beginnings Family Child Care

44 Newberry Way Middletown, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Full-service family child care development facility that cares for infants, toddlers, preschool and elementary students (ages 3 months - 12 years). Bright Beginnings is more than a simple babysitting facility. It's a loving and fun program that offers socialization skills, arts and crafts, music, physical education, colors,...
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Educational Playcare

563 Durham Road Madison, CT

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Today, the importance of positive childhood experiences, starting from infancy, and their relation to future success in life is universally understood. It wasn't so when we began in 1986. When we originally selected the name "Educational Playcare", it was because of our understanding of the importance of play in order for...
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HK Cubs Childcare Center

57 Little City Road Higganum, CT

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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. Trained. *Playground & Gym.
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Little Blessings Christian Childcare

503 Old Toll Road Madison, CT

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Little Blessings Christian Childcare Center was established in 2020, however our dedicated staff has been working with children for generations! We welcome children of all faiths and backgrounds between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old. Our facility is open from 7:00am - 6:00 pm. We offer full-time and part-time...
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Jayden's Family Daycare

18 W Silver St Middletown, CT

5.0(1)
Child care

Manny A says "Amazing daughter left Maria the owner . A year ahead entering kindergarten. Truly a blessing to have had my child with her ."

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Child care centers near you in Durham, CT provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Durham, CT have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Durham, CT. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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