Best Daycares in Providence, RI — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 10 daycares and childcare centers in Providence based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Providence

  1. #1 — nickerson community Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Montessori Community School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Brown-Fox Point Early Childhood Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Smith Hill Early Childhood Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Imagine Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Child's Play Cooperative Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Montessori Children's House Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — East Side Nursery School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, School. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Meeting Street Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Disability law, Disability services and support organization, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  10. #10 — The Livingston Center Preschool Score: 11/100

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

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) 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%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Providence?
nickerson community Center is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Providence 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 Providence?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Providence?
Childcare costs in Providence 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.