Licensed Daycare in Bristol, Connecticut
137 licensed daycares in Bristol, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Connecticut licensing records.
Bristol listings updated May 2026 from official Connecticut records.
Daycare in Bristol: what parents should know
Families in Bristol can choose from 137 licensed childcare providers. Every provider here holds a current Connecticut license at indexing time, sourced from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood.
For age coverage, 19 centers in Bristol report infant care (roughly 14% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 16 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 16 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.
About 12% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
Together, licensed providers in Bristol report capacity for roughly 9,020 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Bristol childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Bristol
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 Bristol 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 overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:4
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 65 kids
ZIP codes covered
Largest licensed centers in Bristol
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Bristol licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Bristol
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programCare 4 Kids can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(888) 214-5437 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Connecticut Office of Early Childhood.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Bristol, Connecticut are compiled from official Connecticut Office of Early Childhood licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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