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Top Daycare Centers in Dover

1

The Goddard School of Dover

Goddard Systems, Inc.

★★★★☆
4.7/5

The Goddard School of Dover offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with creative play. Their curriculum focuses on literacy, STEM, art, and physical development with low student-to-teacher ratios. The facility features bright, modern classrooms, secure entry systems, and age-appropriate playgrounds. All teachers are highly qualified with ongoing professional development, and the school maintains rigorous health and safety protocols including comprehensive background checks and regular safety drills.

Experience:15 years
Reviews:42 parent reviews
1500 South State Street, Dover, DE 19901

Daycare Services:

Infant CareToddler CarePreschoolPre-KBefore & After School CareSummer Camp
2

Kiddie Academy of Dover

Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care

★★★★☆
4.5/5

Kiddie Academy of Dover provides comprehensive educational childcare with their Life Essentials® curriculum that emphasizes character development, social skills, and academic readiness. The academy features purpose-built classrooms, secure keypad entry, and outdoor learning environments. Their program includes technology integration, music and movement, and hands-on learning activities. Staff maintain CPR and First Aid certifications, and the center follows strict health and safety protocols including thorough cleaning procedures and secure check-in/check-out systems.

Experience:12 years
Reviews:38 parent reviews
1114 South State Street, Dover, DE 19901

Daycare Services:

Infant CareToddler CarePreschoolPre-KBefore & After School CareEnrichment Programs
3

Primrose School of Smyrna

Primrose Schools

★★★★☆
4.8/5

Located in nearby Smyrna (serving the Dover area), Primrose School offers the exclusive Balanced Learning® approach that combines purposeful play with nurturing guidance from trained teachers. The curriculum emphasizes literacy, math, science, and social studies while developing character and life skills. The state-of-the-art facility includes secure classrooms, commercial-grade kitchen for nutritious meals, and age-appropriate playgrounds. The school maintains exceptional teacher qualifications with ongoing training and maintains the highest safety standards including secure access control and comprehensive emergency preparedness.

Experience:8 years
Reviews:55 parent reviews
100 Artisan Drive, Smyrna, DE 19977

Daycare Services:

Infant CareToddler CareEarly PreschoolPreschoolPre-KAfter School CareSummer Adventure Club