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Daycare Centers in Bridgeport, NY

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BRIGHT GIGGLES LEARNING CENTER ACADEMY
5.011 reviews
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BRIGHT GIGGLES LEARNING CENTER ACADEMY in Bridgeport has 11 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars. License DCCC.70498 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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ST PAUL'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
5.05 reviews
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ST PAUL'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER in Bridgeport has 5 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars. License DCCC.16808 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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LITTLE RAINBOW BRIDGEPORT
5.07 reviews
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LITTLE RAINBOW BRIDGEPORT in Bridgeport has 7 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars. License DCCC.70691 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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LUCILLE JOHNSON CHILD CARE CENTER
5.01 reviews
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LUCILLE JOHNSON CHILD CARE CENTER in Bridgeport has 1 Google review averaging 5.0 stars. License DCCC.15175 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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BRIGHT GIGGLES LEARNING CENTER ACADEMY 2
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BRIGHT GIGGLES LEARNING CENTER ACADEMY 2 in Bridgeport has 11 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars. License DCCC.70469 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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ST. RAPHAEL ACADEMY
ST. RAPHAEL ACADEMYGoogle listing
4.99 reviews
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ST. RAPHAEL ACADEMY in Bridgeport has 9 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars. License DCEX.80536 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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CHILD'S WORLD
CHILD'S WORLDGoogle listing
4.99 reviews
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CHILD'S WORLD in Bridgeport has 9 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars. License DCCC.14307 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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LIL` BLESSINGS ACADEMY DAY CARE
4.84 reviews
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LIL` BLESSINGS ACADEMY DAY CARE in Bridgeport has 4 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars. License DCCC.13939 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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HALL NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
4.684 reviews
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HALL NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE in Bridgeport has 84 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars. License DCCC.70386 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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SUNSHINE DAYCARE CENTER
4.65 reviews
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SUNSHINE DAYCARE CENTER in Bridgeport has 5 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars. License DCCC.70706 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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DAUGHTERS OF CHARITY OF THE MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD in Bridgeport has 9 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars. License DCCC.12941 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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SUNFLOWER LEARNING CENTER
4.517 reviews
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SUNFLOWER LEARNING CENTER in Bridgeport has 17 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars. License DCCC.70528 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE
4.58 reviews
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THREE LITTLE BEARS DAY CARE in Bridgeport has 8 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars. License DCCC.70655 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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DONNA'S LITTLE DOVES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER in Bridgeport has 7 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars. License DCCC.16835 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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BIG DREAMS ELC
BIG DREAMS ELCGoogle listing
4.117 reviews
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BIG DREAMS ELC in Bridgeport has 17 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars. License DCCC.70702 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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ELLE EM IN OH PRE
ELLE EM IN OH PREGoogle listing
4.132 reviews
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ELLE EM IN OH PRE in Bridgeport has 32 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars. License DCCC.70187 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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BRIDGEPORT YMCA/KOLBE EDUCATIONAL CENTER
4.1108 reviews
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BRIDGEPORT YMCA/KOLBE EDUCATIONAL CENTER in Bridgeport has 108 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars. License DCCC.16131 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT @ CESAR BATALLA CCC in Bridgeport has 252 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars. License DCCC.15636 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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LOVEABLE ANGELS CHILDCARE LEARNING CENTER
3.73 reviews
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LOVEABLE ANGELS CHILDCARE LEARNING CENTER in Bridgeport has 3 Google reviews averaging 3.7 stars. License DCCC.16843 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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ST MARK'S DAY CARE
ST MARK'S DAY CAREGoogle listing
2.811 reviews
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ST MARK'S DAY CARE in Bridgeport has 11 Google reviews averaging 2.8 stars. License DCCC.14048 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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MEKOSHA DAYCARE CENTER
1.01 reviews
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MEKOSHA DAYCARE CENTER in Bridgeport has 1 Google review averaging 1.0 stars. License DCCC.70793 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.16497 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.70103 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.13021 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.70430 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.12832 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.13715 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.70795 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.14425 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.70432 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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License DCCC.12676 is on file. Located in Bridgeport.

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YMCA PALS V DAY CARE is a licensed child care center in BRIDGEPORT, CT with a capacity of 136 children. Accepts ages 3 years to 13 years. License verified and active through 2029.

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SIX TO SIX INTERDISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOL is a child care center in BRIDGEPORT, CT. Accepts ages 3 years to 14 years.

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License DCCC.70809 is on file. Focus areas include infant and toddler care. Located in Bridgeport.

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Childcare Licensing in Bridgeport

CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) — Licensing Division
(860) 500-4412|Official Website
Licensing typically required. Most daycare providers in Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport?
Daycare in Bridgeport 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 — NY 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 Bridgeport?
New York state law (enforced by OCFS) sets these minimum ratios for licensed daycare centers: 1 caregiver per 4 infants (6 weeks–18 months), 1 per 5 toddlers (18–36 months), 1 per 7 three-year-olds, 1 per 8 four-year-olds, and 1 per 9 five-year-olds. In Bridgeport, many quality centers exceed these minimums, especially in infant rooms. Always ask about ratios during your tour.
3How do I choose a good daycare in Bridgeport?
Visit in person during operating hours to observe the environment and how staff interact with children. Check that the center is licensed by NY OCFS (ocfs.ny.gov) 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 Bridgeport?
Most Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport?
Search the NY OCFS Child Care Facility database at ocfs.ny.gov to confirm a center is currently licensed and review any inspection history or violations. Licensed Bridgeport daycare centers are required to display their current license on the premises. A valid license confirms the center meets state health, safety, and staffing standards. Call OCFS at 1-800-732-5207 if you have specific compliance questions.

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