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Preschools in Fairfield, CT

Compare 12 preschools in Fairfield, Fairfield County. Use licensing context, Google reviews where available, and provider details to decide which programs to contact.

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HARBOR LIGHT PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
HARBOR LIGHT PRESCHOOL ACADEMYGoogle listing
5.0★5 reviews
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This Fairfield preschool has 5 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars. State records list license DCCC.70352. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at harborlightpreschoolacademy.org.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 319-8276
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HILL FARM PRESCHOOLGoogle listing
5.0★1 reviews
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This Fairfield preschool has 1 Google review averaging 5.0 stars. State records list license DCCC.16797. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at hillfarmpreschool.com.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 292-9533
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PRESBYTERIAN NURSERY SCHOOL
PRESBYTERIAN NURSERY SCHOOLGoogle listing
5.0★5 reviews
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This Fairfield preschool has 5 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars. State records list license DCCC.12479. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at presbykids.org.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 372-0855
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ST PAUL'S NURSERY SCHOOL- FAIRFIELD
ST PAUL'S NURSERY SCHOOL- FAIRFIELDGoogle listing
5.0★4 reviews
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This Fairfield preschool has 4 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars. State records list license DCCC.12418. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at stpaulsnurseryschool.net.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 255-1902
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BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM - FAIRFIELD
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM - FAIRFIELDGoogle listing
4.5★30 reviews
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This Fairfield preschool has 30 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars. State records list license DCCC.70278. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at bbecp.com.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 870-8300
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PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL
PUMPKIN PRESCHOOLGoogle listing
4.0★4 reviews
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This Fairfield preschool has 4 Google reviews averaging 4.0 stars. State records list license DCCC.12381. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at pumpkinpreschool.com.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 255-7505
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CREATIVE MINDS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
CREATIVE MINDS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERGoogle listing
3.6★9 reviews
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This Fairfield preschool has 9 Google reviews averaging 3.6 stars. State records list license DCCC.70116. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at creativemindecc.com.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 330-0790
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GREENFIELD HILL CHURCH NURSERY SCHOOL
GREENFIELD HILL CHURCH NURSERY SCHOOLGoogle listing
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State records list license DCCC.16539. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at greenfieldhillchurch.com.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 259-7597
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GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL
GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOLGoogle listing
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State records list license DCCC.14475. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at greatmontessori.com.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 254-8208
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METHODIST NURSERY SCHOOL
METHODIST NURSERY SCHOOLGoogle listing
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State records list license DCCC.13108. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at methodist-ns.com.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 374-6548
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HUNT RIDGE MONTESSORIGoogle listing
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State records list license DCCC.16280. A public website is listed at huntridgemontessori.com.

(203) 254-1159
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K'TANIM PRESCHOOL AT OR HADASH-THE NEW SHUL
K'TANIM PRESCHOOL AT OR HADASH-THE NEW SHULGoogle listing
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State records list license DCCC.16435. Listed focus areas include infant and toddler care. A public website is listed at orhadashct.org.

Infant and toddler care

(203) 374-5544
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Childcare Licensing in Fairfield

CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) — Licensing Division
(860) 500-4412|Official Website
Licensing typically required. Most preschool providers in Fairfield 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 preschool cost in Fairfield?
Preschool in Fairfield costs $800-$1800 per month. Half-day programs cost roughly half of full-day. Montessori programs run higher. Some programs offer financial aid or sliding-scale tuition based on family income. Half-day programs (typically 8am-12pm) cost roughly half of full-day tuition.
2What age should my child start preschool?
Most preschools in Fairfield and Fairfield County accept children ages 3-5. Some offer pre-K programs starting at age 2.5 if the child is potty-trained. The ideal age depends on your child's social readiness and developmental milestones — many parents find age 3 is a good starting point. Kindergarten readiness is the primary goal of preschool programs in this area.
3What is the difference between preschool and daycare in Fairfield?
Preschools focus on structured early education with curriculum, learning goals, and kindergarten readiness. Daycare centers provide full-day care with some educational activities but prioritize supervision and routine. Many Fairfield programs blend both approaches. Preschools typically run shorter hours (8am-12pm or 8am-3pm) while daycare offers full-day coverage until 5:30-6pm.
4Are there financial assistance programs for preschool in Fairfield?
Connecticut's Care4Kids program (care4kids.ct.gov) provides subsidized childcare for income-eligible families on a sliding-scale basis. Many Fairfield preschools accept Care4Kids payments. Applications are processed through Connecticut's Office of Early Childhood — eligibility is based on income, family size, and work or school status. Call 1-888-214-5437 for Care4Kids assistance.
5What accreditation should I look for in Fairfield preschools?
NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accreditation is the gold standard — it requires programs to meet rigorous standards for curriculum, teacher qualifications, and family engagement, and fewer than 10% of programs nationally earn it. In CT, all preschools must be licensed by CT OEC (portal.ct.gov/oec). Beyond licensing, look for NAEYC accreditation, state quality rating designations, and staff with early childhood education degrees. Ask about teacher credentials during your visit.

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