Daycare Centers in Norwalk, CT

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Find trusted daycare providers in Norwalk, Fairfield County. Browse 25 verified daycare centers, compare ratings, and read parent reviews.

Daycare Market in Norwalk

Typical Range
$1200-$2400 per month
Avg Project
$1,800
Contractors
25

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

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ODYSSEY LEARNING
5.034 reviews
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ODYSSEY LEARNING is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 227 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 13 years. License verified and active through 2029. Highly rated with 5 stars from 34 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

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MARVIN CHILDREN'S CENTER
5.05 reviews
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MARVIN CHILDREN'S CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 40 children. Accepts ages 3 years to 5 years. License verified and active through 2029. Rated 5 stars based on 5 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

THE CHILDREN'S PLAYHOUSE
5.07 reviews
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THE CHILDREN'S PLAYHOUSE is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 41 children. Accepts ages 3 years to 5 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.

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SMART START LEARNING CENTER
5.08 reviews
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SMART START LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 63 children. Accepts ages 3 months to 5 years. License verified and active through 2029. Rated 5 stars based on 8 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

Infant and toddler care

SAFE AND SOUND DAYCARE 2
5.02 reviews
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SAFE AND SOUND DAYCARE 2 is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 30 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 5 years. License verified and active through 2028. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

Infant and toddler care

A KID'S PLACE
4.712 reviews
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A KID'S PLACE is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 21 children. Accepts ages 3 months to 5 years. License verified and active through 2030. Highly rated with 4.7 stars from 12 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

Infant and toddler care

CARVER ATB AT BROOKSIDE
4.630 reviews
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CARVER ATB AT BROOKSIDE is a child care center in NORWALK, CT. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. License verified and active through 2026. Highly rated with 4.6 stars from 30 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

CARVER ATB AT CRANBURY
4.630 reviews
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CARVER ATB AT CRANBURY is a child care center in NORWALK, CT. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. Highly rated with 4.6 stars from 30 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

CARVER ATB @ CMS
4.630 reviews
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CARVER ATB @ CMS is a child care center in NORWALK, CT. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. Highly rated with 4.6 stars from 30 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

THE CARVER CENTER
4.630 reviews
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THE CARVER CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 74 children. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. License verified and active through 2030. Highly rated with 4.6 stars from 30 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

CARVER ATB NARAMAKE
4.630 reviews
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CARVER ATB NARAMAKE is a child care center in NORWALK, CT. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. Highly rated with 4.6 stars from 30 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

CARVER ATB AT MARVIN
4.630 reviews
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CARVER ATB AT MARVIN is a child care center in NORWALK, CT. Accepts ages 5 years to 12 years. Highly rated with 4.6 stars from 30 parent reviews on Google. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

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GROWING SEEDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 38 children. Accepts ages 18 months to 10 years. License verified and active through 2030. Rated 4.2 stars based on 5 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

Infant and toddler care

COLONIAL VILLAGE LEARNING CENTER
3.98 reviews
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COLONIAL VILLAGE LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 40 children. Accepts ages 5 years to 11 years. License verified and active through 2027. Rated 3.9 stars based on 8 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

THE CHILDREN'S PLAYHOUSE TOO
3.04 reviews
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THE CHILDREN'S PLAYHOUSE TOO is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 31 children. Accepts ages 3 years to 5 years. License verified and active through 2030. Rated 3 stars based on 4 Google reviews. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

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ALL ABOUT KIDS OF NORWALK is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 33 children. Accepts ages 12 months to 5 years. License verified and active through 2028. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

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0.00 reviews
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LYNN SAWYER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 53 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

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NORWALK COMM CHILD DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY SCHOOL is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 52 children. Accepts ages 3 months to 5 years. License verified and active through 2026. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

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RYAN'S LITTLE CUBS LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 42 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 6 years. License verified and active through 2026. This center-based childcare program offers nutritious meals and snacks.

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GROWING SEEDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER BEN FRANKLIN is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 65 children. Accepts ages 12 months to 5 years. License verified and active through 2028. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

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20 WEST LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 50 children. Accepts ages 5 years to 13 years. License verified and active through 2027. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

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TUTOR TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTERS - NORWALK is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 128 children. Accepts ages 6 weeks to 12 years. License verified and active through 2027. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

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ROOM TO GROW- NORWALK is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 143 children. Accepts ages 3 years to 15 years. License verified and active through 2030. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

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ROODNER COURT LEARNING CENTER is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 32 children. Accepts ages 5 years to 11 years. License verified and active through 2027. This center-based childcare program offers supervised outdoor play.

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0.00 reviews
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LIVITY is a licensed child care center in NORWALK, CT with a capacity of 15 children. Accepts ages 5 years to 13 years. License verified and active through 2028. This center-based childcare program offers structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.

Childcare Licensing in Norwalk

CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) — Licensing Division
(860) 500-4412|Official Website
Licensing typically required. Most daycare providers in Norwalk 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 Norwalk?
Daycare in Norwalk 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 Norwalk?
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 Norwalk center for their actual staffing levels — ratios directly affect the quality of care your child receives.
3How do I choose a good daycare in Norwalk?
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 Norwalk?
Most Norwalk 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 Norwalk?
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 Norwalk 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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