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Best Daycares in Salem, CT — Independent Quality Ratings

Of Salem's 4 daycares, 1 (25%) 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 3.8 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 3 centers.

Listed alphabetically below are some of the highest-rated providers in Salem. 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 Salem

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Mean rating across all displayed daycares in Salem: 3.0 (Sample of 4).

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

Structural rating across all displayed daycares in Salem: 3.8 (Sample of 4).

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Some of the Best Daycares in Salem

Ballestrini's Early Learning Center
Salem, CT
★★★★★ 4 Stars
Quality Care Day Care Before & After School
Salem, CT
★★★★★ 3 Stars
Salem Public Schools Preschool Program
Salem, CT
★★★★★ 3 Stars
Quality Care Day Care & Coop Nursery School
Salem, CT
★★★★★ 2 Stars

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Salem?
There are 4 licensed child care providers in Salem.
What percentage of Salem daycares have high quality ratings?
25% of Salem daycares hold 4 or 5 stars on Childery's composite rating, compared to 32% statewide in Connecticut.
What types of childcare are available in Salem?
3 center-based providers operate in Salem.
How do Salem daycares score on teaching quality compared to the rest of Connecticut?
Salem 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 4 Daycares in Salem