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Best Daycares in Durham, CT — Independent Quality Ratings

Of Durham's 5 daycares, 2 (40%) hold a 4 or 5 star rating from Childery, compared with Connecticut's statewide rate of 32%. Locally, providers average 2.8 stars on Process inputs (state QRIS, NAEYC and other accreditation, federal Head Start CLASS scores) and 4.2 stars on Structural inputs (state regulatory baseline plus provider-level licensing data), compared with Connecticut averages of 2.6 on Process and 3.5 on Structural.

The local market includes 2 centers and 1 group child care home.

Listed alphabetically below are some of the highest-rated providers in Durham. Childery ranks providers using publicly auditable inputs: state QRIS scores, NAEYC-aligned ratios and group sizes, and federal CCDBG training coverage. See the Connecticut methodology page for the full breakdown.

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Rating Distribution in Durham

2(40%)
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1(20%)
2(40%)
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Mean rating across all displayed daycares in Durham: 3.4 (Sample of 5).

Process rating across all displayed daycares in Durham: 2.8 (Sample of 4).

Structural rating across all displayed daycares in Durham: 4.2 (Sample of 5).

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Some of the Best Daycares in Durham

A Second Chance: Cpr And First Aid Training, Llc
Durham, CT
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Congregation Givos Olam
Durham, CT
★★★★★ 5 Stars
Pro Aktive Kidz
Durham, CT
★★★★★ 3 Stars
Dolphin Days Learning Center
Durham, CT
★★★★★ 2 Stars
Kid's Korner at Brewster School
Durham, CT
★★★★★ 2 Stars

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Durham?
There are 5 licensed child care providers in Durham.
What percentage of Durham daycares have high quality ratings?
40% of Durham daycares hold 4 or 5 stars on Childery's composite rating, compared to 32% statewide in Connecticut.
What types of childcare are available in Durham?
2 center-based, 1 home-based providers operate in Durham.
How do Durham daycares score on teaching quality compared to the rest of Connecticut?
Durham daycares average 2.8 out of 5 stars on Childery's Process score (teaching quality, QRIS ratings, and accreditations), compared to a Connecticut statewide average of 2.6.
Is there financial help for childcare in Connecticut?
Connecticut offers childcare subsidies and assistance programs for income-eligible families. See income limits, waitlist status, and how to apply.Childcare subsidies in Connecticut

All 5 Daycares in Durham