Childcare Resources and Links

Choosing the Right Daycare

Munoz-Najar It is important that you spend time researching and touring daycares to find the right program for you and your child. Although the process is time-consuming, the health, happiness, and education of your child is a great investment. This page provides information to help guide your decision.

Daycare In Providence

Most daycare centers in the Providence area operate on a first-come first-serve basis depending on availability. It is recommended that you apply for a waitlist as soon as possible. Waitlist times can vary, but it is recommended that you tour daycare centers and apply for a waitlist as soon as you become pregnant.

We have gathered information on daycares, pre-schools, and nursery schools in Providence in the vicinity of Brown University. We apologize that we cannot list all daycares in the greater-Providence area or all of the public and private elementary, middle, and high schools. Please refer to the Schools webpage section for information on local elementary through high schools.

You may also consult the parent listserv group listed on our home page for opinions and further information.

National Association for Education of Young Children Links

Disclaimer: We do not endorse particular daycare facilities. The list of resources and links provided at the right are for informational purposes only. We strongly encourage all parents to research and tour potential daycare facilities, schools, playgroups, etc.