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Licensed Daycare in New Britain, Connecticut

Q: What's the average daycare cost in New Britain?

Statewide averages in Connecticut run roughly $1620/month for infants and $1200/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in New Britain?

Connecticut families can apply for Care 4 Kids (intake: (888) 214-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,620/mo

Connecticut avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in New Britain

ChildCare Aware reports the Connecticut average full-time cost at $1,620/month for infant care and $1,200/month for preschool. City-level prices in New Britain vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Connecticut families may also qualify for Care 4 Kids (intake: (888) 214-5437).

Full Connecticut licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:4
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 64 kids

ZIP codes covered

06051 26 06052 25 06053 24

Program types in New Britain

Before & After School Care

10 centers

Montessori School

9 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

9 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

9 centers

All New Britain licensed centers

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A Before/After School

ABC Academy New Britain #109

New Britain

School Age (5+) Cap 116

A Infant Care

Active Kids New Britain #126

New Britain

Preschool (2-5) Cap 77

A Head Start

Active Kids New Britain #84

New Britain

2 years - 12 years Cap 74

B Licensed Center

Bridgeport Generations Daycare #264

New Britain

Infants & Toddlers Cap 82

B Family Daycare

Bridgeport KinderSmile #265

New Britain

School Age (5+) Cap 29

E Montessori

Explorer Kids Bridgeport #263

New Britain

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 21

E Preschool

Explorer Kids New Britain #123

New Britain

Preschool (2-5) Cap 32

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids New Britain #81

New Britain

School Age (5+) Cap 59

F Group Care

First Steps New Britain #106

New Britain

School Age (5+) Cap 30

F Head Start

First Steps Stamford #8

New Britain

2 years - 12 years Cap 45

G Group Care

Growing Minds New Britain #98

New Britain

School Age (5+) Cap 18

H Head Start

Happy Days New Britain Daycare #100

New Britain

2 years - 12 years Cap 66

J Group Care

Jumping Jacks New Britain #114

New Britain

School Age (5+) Cap 101

K Licensed Center

Kids R Us New Britain #112

New Britain

Infants & Toddlers Cap 29

K Head Start

Kids R Us New Britain #28

New Britain

2 years - 12 years Cap 40

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in New Britain, Connecticut?

Our directory lists 71 licensed childcare centers in New Britain, Connecticut, sourced from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in New Britain?

Statewide averages in Connecticut run roughly $1620/month for infants and $1200/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in New Britain daycares?

All licensed Connecticut centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in New Britain typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in New Britain?

Connecticut families can apply for Care 4 Kids (intake: (888) 214-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a New Britain daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Connecticut Office of Early Childhood search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.