Daycare Centers in Newtown, CT

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Daycare Market in Newtown

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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KIDS CASTLE CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTERVerified

5.0★3 reviews

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KIDS CASTLE CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in NEWTOWN, CT with a capacity of 96 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. License verified and active through 2029. Rated 5 stars based on 3 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

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(203) 270-6771

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MERRYHILL CHILD CARE CENTERVerified

5.0★7 reviews

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MERRYHILL CHILD CARE CENTER is a licensed child care center in NEWTOWN, CT with a capacity of 32 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 7 years. License verified and active through 2029. Rated 5 stars based on 7 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 426-9847

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TRINITY DAY SCHOOL OF NEWTOWNVerified

5.0★7 reviews

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TRINITY DAY SCHOOL OF NEWTOWN is a licensed child care center in NEWTOWN, CT with a capacity of 55 children. Accepts ages 18 months to 5 years. License verified and active through 2029. Rated 5 stars based on 7 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 426-8429

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BRIGHTPATH - NEWTOWNVerified

4.9★83 reviews

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BRIGHTPATH - NEWTOWN is a licensed child care center in NEWTOWN, CT with a capacity of 277 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. License verified and active through 2026. Highly rated with 4.9 stars from 83 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

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(203) 304-2277

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EDADVANCE BASES MIDDLE GATE ELEMENTARY

0.0★0 reviews

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EDADVANCE BASES MIDDLE GATE ELEMENTARY is a child care center in NEWTOWN, CT. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

(203) 206-8931

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EDADVANCE BASES @ HEAD O'MEADOW

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EDADVANCE BASES @ HEAD O'MEADOW is a child care center in NEWTOWN, CT. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

(203) 426-1289

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EDADVANCE BASES HAWLEY ELEMENTARY

0.0★0 reviews

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EDADVANCE BASES HAWLEY ELEMENTARY is a licensed child care center in NEWTOWN, CT with a capacity of 37 children. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. License verified and active through 2026. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

(203) 482-0330

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Childcare Licensing in Newtown

CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) — Licensing Division

(860) 500-4412|Official Website

Licensing typically required. Most daycare providers in Newtown 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 Newtown?

Daycare in Newtown 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 Newtown?

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 Newtown center for their actual staffing levels — ratios directly affect the quality of care your child receives.

3How do I choose a good daycare in Newtown?

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 Newtown?

Most Newtown 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 Newtown?

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 Newtown 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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