14 Daycare Centers in Eagle River, Alaska

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eagle River

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

1. 1

   Fire Lake Preschool INC.

   4.61 score

   4.8(16)

   10301 E. Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Fire Lake Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the experienced, caring teachers and nurturing learning environment. The program emphasizes play-based learning with nature and science themes, including regular field trips, and maintains strong teacher-to-student ratios. Parents report their children are excited to attend and develop strong social, academic, and musical skills.

   Experienced and caring teachersplay-based learning approachnature and science curriculumregular field trips to nature center
2. 2

   Joan'S Preschool Center

   4.5 score

   5(5)

   11925 Old Glenn Highway, #202, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Joan's Preschool Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on caring, engaged teachers, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and a play-based learning environment. Parents appreciate the owner Joan's involvement, military-friendly approach, and daily communication. The facility is noted as clean with good outdoor spaces and minimal screen time.

   caring and enthusiastic teachersstrong kindergarten preparationdaily reports to parentsabundant art and craft projects
3. 3

   Joy Child Development Center

   4.48 score

   4.7(11)

   10111 Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Joy Child Development Center in Eagle River receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, developmental focus, balanced learning and play, and a nurturing environment where children thrive and look forward to attending. The center is noted as rare in the area for offering full-time care with meals included.

   Caring and attentive staffdevelopmental expertisesafe and nurturing environment
4. 4

   Ymca - Eagle River Sac Dev Site

   4.4 score

   4.5(20)

   10900 Old Eagle River Road, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   These reviews do not pertain to the daycare facility itself. The reviews appear to be for Lions Park in Eagle River, covering community events, recreation facilities, and park amenities rather than childcare services. No actual daycare parent feedback was found.

   Community-oriented organizationwell-maintained park facilitiesspacious open areaspeaceful location
5. 5

   Focus Early Learning Program

   4.29 score

   4.4(14)

   16123 Artillery Road, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   The reviews provided are for Community Covenant Church, not FOCUS EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for this facility.

   None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center
6. 6

   Camp Fire Alaska - Alpenglow Sap

   4 score

   4(11)

   19201 Driftwood Bay, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Camp Fire Alaska receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the summer and before/after school programs for engaging activities, well-trained staff, and positive learning environments. However, serious concerns have been raised about supervision quality, inadequate bullying response, and staff accountability at certain locations.

   engaging summer programswell-trained staffstructured learning activitiespositive influence
7. 7

   Camp Fire Alaska - Homestead Sap

   4 score

   4(11)

   18001 Baranof Street, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Camp Fire Alaska receives mixed reviews with most parents praising summer and before/after school programs as well-structured, engaging, and staffed by trained professionals. However, several serious concerns have been raised regarding supervision quality, safety incidents, bullying, and staff accountability at certain locations.

   Learning-focused curriculumteam building activitiesoutdoor experienceswell-trained staff
8. 8

   Camp Fire Alaska - Ravenwood Sap

   4 score

   4(11)

   9500 Wren Lane, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Camp Fire Alaska receives mixed reviews with strong praise for summer programs, before/after school care, outdoor activities, and staff friendliness. However, serious concerns are raised about supervision quality, bullying incidents, lack of incident documentation, staff using phones instead of monitoring children, and administrative failures to address safety issues.

   Well-structured learning programsteam-building activitiestrained staffpositive environment
9. 9

   Bright Beginnings Elc - Eagle River

   3.92 score

   3.9(20)

   12228 Lake Street, Eagle River, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Bright Beginnings Eagle River receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the professional, caring, and communicative staff who create a nurturing environment where children are happy and engaged. The center is noted for its compassionate approach to childcare and strong parent-staff relationships.

   Professional and caring staffcompassionate approach to teachingfrequent daily updates on child carewelcoming environment

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