Daycare Centers in Danbury, CT

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Daycare Market in Danbury

Typical Range

$1200-$2400 per month

Avg Project

$1,800

Contractors

Infant care costs 20-40% more than toddler/preschool rates.

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SANDBOX TOO!Verified

5.0★2 reviews

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SANDBOX TOO! is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 30 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 7 years. License verified and active through 2026. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 791-2161

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LITTLE PEOPLE LEARNING CENTERVerified

5.0★10 reviews

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LITTLE PEOPLE LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 72 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 8 years. License verified and active through 2029. Highly rated with 5 stars from 10 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 798-1981

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TWINKLE LITTLE STAR LEARNING CENTERVerified

5.0★37 reviews

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TWINKLE LITTLE STAR LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 196 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. License verified and active through 2026. Highly rated with 5 stars from 37 parent reviews on Google.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 205-7840

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THE GODDARD SCHOOL - DANBURYVerified

4.5★34 reviews

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THE GODDARD SCHOOL - DANBURY is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 147 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. License verified and active through 2029. Highly rated with 4.5 stars from 34 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 628-2000

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JERICHO PARTNERSHIP - AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING PROGRAM - SPRING STVerified

4.3★14 reviews

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JERICHO PARTNERSHIP - AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING PROGRAM - SPRING ST is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 86 children. Accepts ages 5 years to 11 years. License verified and active through 2029. Rated 4.3 stars based on 14 Google reviews.

(203) 791-1180

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SANDBOX DAY CARE CENTERVerified

3.9★20 reviews

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SANDBOX DAY CARE CENTER is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 42 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. License verified and active through 2029. Rated 3.9 stars based on 20 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 791-9000

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NEW ENGLAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOLVerified

3.7★15 reviews

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NEW ENGLAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 88 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. License verified and active through 2028. Rated 3.7 stars based on 15 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 798-1964

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RIGHT PLACEVerified

0.0★0 reviews

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RIGHT PLACE is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 34 children. Accepts ages 3 years to 5 years. License verified and active through 2029. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

(203) 794-1472

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DANBURY PUBLIC SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM 2

0.0★0 reviews

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DANBURY PUBLIC SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM 2 is a licensed child care center in DANBURY, CT with a capacity of 60 children. Accepts ages 3 years to 5 years. License verified and active through 2026. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

(203) 470-0229

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Childcare Licensing in Danbury

CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) — Licensing Division

(860) 500-4412|Official Website

Licensing typically required. Most daycare providers in Danbury must be licensed by the state. Verify that any provider you consider holds a current, valid license before enrolling your child.

All childcare providers in Fairfield County must be licensed by the CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC). Licensing types include Child Care Center, Group Child Care Home, and Family Child Care Home. Requirements include OEC licensing application, background checks (state and federal), health inspection, fire marshal approval, CPR/First Aid certification, and compliance with CT Early Learning and Development Standards. Verify any provider's license at elicense.ct.gov. Nanny agencies and private tutors are not required to hold state licenses in Connecticut.

Frequently Asked Questions

1How much does daycare cost in Danbury?

Daycare in Danbury typically costs $1200-$2400 per month. Infant care costs 20-40% more than toddler/preschool rates. Many centers offer sibling discounts of 10-15% and multi-day discounts for full-week enrollment. Infant rooms cost 20-40% more than toddler or preschool rooms because state ratios require more staff — CT requires 1 caregiver for every 4 infants, compared to 1:7 for preschool-age children.

2What are the staff-to-child ratios at daycare centers in Danbury?

Connecticut's Office of Early Childhood (OEC) sets these ratios for licensed daycare centers: 1 caregiver per 4 infants (under 12 months), 1 per 4 one-year-olds, 1 per 5 two-year-olds (updated October 2024), 1 per 10 preschoolers (3–5 years), and 1 per 10 school-age children. Ask your Danbury center for their actual staffing levels — ratios directly affect the quality of care your child receives.

3How do I choose a good daycare in Danbury?

Visit in person during operating hours to observe the environment and how staff interact with children. Check that the center is licensed by CT OEC (portal.ct.gov/oec) and ask to see the current license posted at the entrance. Confirm actual staff-to-child ratios, ask about staff turnover and training requirements, and request references from current parents. Look for age-appropriate activities, clean facilities, and a structured daily schedule.

4What age can my child start daycare in Danbury?

Most Danbury daycare centers accept infants starting at 6 weeks old, though some begin at 3 months. Infant rooms have the lowest ratios and highest costs. Many parents find that starting between 3-6 months works well for their family's schedule and the child's developmental readiness.

5How do I verify a daycare's license in Danbury?

Use the CT Office of Early Childhood licensing lookup at portal.ct.gov/oec to verify a center is currently licensed and check its inspection history. Licensed Danbury centers must post their OEC license prominently. Connecticut also publishes Quality Counts ratings, which go beyond basic licensing to assess curriculum, staff qualifications, and family engagement — look for Care4Kids-accepted providers if you need subsidy assistance.

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