Best Daycares in Hartford, CT — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 8 daycares and childcare centers in Hartford based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Hartford

  1. #1 — Joni's Child Care & Preschool, Hartford Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  2. #2 — CRT Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Women's League Inc Child Development Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Majely’s Early Learning Day Care Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Trinity College Community Child Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Cadence Academy Preschool Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — New Beginnings Early Learning Center Score: 51%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Hyland Early Learning Center Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Hartford?
Joni's Child Care & Preschool, Hartford is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Hartford based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Hartford?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Hartford?
Childcare costs in Hartford vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.