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Best Daycare Centers in Ketchikan, AK

Compare 6 daycare centers in Ketchikan. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ketchikan, Alaska at a glance

Daycares
6
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Ketchikan offers 6 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.6/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 99901 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ketchikan

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.

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    First Lutheran Childcare Center
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    1200 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise First Lutheran Childcare Center for its welcoming environment and quality childcare program. Children quickly engage with peers and enjoy the facility. Staff are described as nice and supportive.

    Amazing childcare programwelcoming communitysupportive staffchildren quickly engage with other kids

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Ketchikan

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ketchikan zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
999016
4.6
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ketchikan (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ketchikan based on parent reviews

Clover Pass Christian Preschool&Daycare

5(3)

105 North Point Higgins Road, Ketchikan, AK

One parent highlights the warm and sincere faith-based community, noting the desire to live in a way that pleases Jesus and the presence of a community garden. Another review describes the church as feeling like family, specifically praising Pastor Jake Beaty and his wife Jennifer for their blessing and heart for people.

Warm and friendly communitysincere faithdesire to please Jesus

First Lutheran Childcare Center

4.2(5)

1200 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK

Parents praise First Lutheran Childcare Center for its welcoming environment and quality childcare program. Children quickly engage with peers and enjoy the facility. Staff are described as nice and supportive.

Amazing childcare programwelcoming communitysupportive staff

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Daycare Centers in Ketchikan, Alaska

There are 6 daycare centers in Ketchikan, Alaska. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Ketchikan have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ketchikan, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Ketchikan

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Clover Pass Christian Preschool&Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the warm and sincere faith-based community, noting the desire to live in a way that pleases Jesus and the presence of a community garden. Another review describes the church as feeling like family, specifically praising Pastor Jake Beaty and his wife Jennifer for their blessing and heart for people.

Warm and friendly communitysincere faithdesire to please Jesus
Address
105 North Point Higgins Road, Ketchikan, AK
Phone
(907) 247-2350
First Lutheran Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise First Lutheran Childcare Center for its welcoming environment and quality childcare program. Children quickly engage with peers and enjoy the facility. Staff are described as nice and supportive.

Amazing childcare programwelcoming communitysupportive staff
Address
1200 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK
Phone
(907) 723-1193
Giant Steps Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2408 1st Ave., Ketchikan, AK
Phone
(907) 247-4732
Little Village Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
615 Stedman Street Upper Floor, Ketchikan, AK
Phone
(907) 228-9405
Peacehealth Kmc Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
433 Jackson Street, Ketchikan, AK
Phone
(907) 225-4871
Alphabet Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5191 Borch St., Ketchikan, AK
Phone
(907) 419-0367

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 all daycares in Ketchikan, Alaska. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Ketchikan have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ketchikan, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Alaska's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alaska)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Alaska typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Ketchikan for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ketchikan must be licensed by Alaska's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.