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233 Daycare Centers in Alaska

Browse 233 daycare centers across Alaska. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Alaska

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Alaska can make the decision-making process smoother.

Alaska has about 233 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Alaska. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Alaska

There are 233 daycares in Alaska: 6 headstart facilities, 10 before/after school centers, 0 religious facility daycares, and 217 childcare and preschool centers.

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Little Peoples Learning World
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
35095 Huntington Drive, Soldotna, AK
Phone
(907) 262-4113
The Next Best Thing Daycare LLC Kenai
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
607 Frontage Road, Kenai, AK
Phone
(907) 252-1925
Gold Creek Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
709 West 9th Street, Federal Building Rm 131 & Rm 142, Juneau, AK
Phone
(907) 586-7529
Soldotna Kids Early Learning Ctr So-Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
35911 Kenai Spur Hwy., #3 & 4, Soldotna, AK
Phone
(907) 262-1071
Eagle River/Chugiak Parks & Rec Summer D
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
17611 South Birchwood Loop Road, Eagle River, AK
Phone
(907) 343-1500
Kids' Corps INC. - Ridgeline Terrace
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3710 East 20th Ave, #2, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 272-0133
Ccs Early Learning- Sutton/Palmer Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11672 Wright Way, Sutton, AK
Phone
(907) 746-4483
Petersburg Children'S Center Eagles Nest
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
404 Dolphin Street, Petersburg, AK
Phone
(907) 772-3419
Little Dippers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2275 Main Street, Skagway, AK
Phone
(907) 983-2667
Clover Pass Christian Preschool&Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
105 North Point Higgins Road, Ketchikan, AK
Phone
(907) 247-2350
Cook Inlet Native Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.9

Cook Inlet Native Head Start receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents commend the friendly and knowledgeable staff, strong cultural emphasis on Alaska Native traditions, and commitment to parental involvement and child development.

Excellent teachers and staffclean and safe environmentstrong cultural curriculum focused on Alaska Native cultures
Address
6901 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 433-1600
Anchor Lutheran School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Anchor Lutheran School receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the Christian-based education, dedicated and caring teachers, and personalized teaching approach. Families highlight strong community involvement, small classroom sizes, and well-rounded curriculum including arts and music. Parents report high satisfaction across multiple grade levels with many families staying long-term.

Caring and dedicated teachersChristian faith-based educationsmall classroom sizes
Address
8100 Arctic Blvd., Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 522-3636
Fire Lake Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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 curriculum
Address
10301 E. Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River, AK
Phone
(907) 694-8911
Ccs Early Learning - Wasilla Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

CCS Early Learning - Wasilla Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the wonderful and caring staff, strong communication, cleanliness, educational quality, and reasonable rates. The facility appears to have built strong relationships with families over multiple years of enrollment.

wonderful staffgreat communication with parentsreasonable rates
Address
2100 E. Foundry Way, Wasilla, AK
Phone
(907) 373-7795
Denali Gymnastics & Fitness INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Denali Gymnastics & Fitness in Wasilla receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its gymnastics programs, childcare services, friendly and professional staff, and accommodating customer service. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making progress both physically and educationally.

Excellent and professional coachesflexible schedule (10:30am start time)small class sizes
Address
300 E Kalli Cir, Wasilla, AK
Phone
(907) 373-3547
Anchorage Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Anchorage Cross and Anchor Church rather than the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's spiritual teaching, welcoming community, and pastor's integrity. One reviewer expressed concerns about COVID-19 safety protocols.

Strong spiritual teachingwelcoming and genuine communityengaging pastor and sermons
Address
6505 Debarr Rd, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 333-5516
Child'S Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
7231 Meadow Street, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 336-3770
Joy Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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
Address
10111 Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River, AK
Phone
(907) 694-2755
Tanaina Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Tanaina Child Development Center for its nurturing, high-quality early childhood education and strong staff. Reviewers highlight excellent communication, caring teachers, and comprehensive developmental support across social, emotional, behavioral, and academic areas. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and children thriving in a family-like, supportive environment.

Dedicated and caring staff with high retention ratesstrong executive leadershipexcellent parent-teacher communication
Address
1200 Airport Heights Drive, Ste 140, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 222-1749
Sheldon Jackson Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

These reviews do not pertain to the daycare center listed. The reviews describe a museum in Sitka featuring Native Alaskan artifacts and history, not Sheldon Jackson Child Care Center's childcare services.

None relevant to daycare services
Address
111 John Brady Dr., Sitka, AK
Phone
(907) 747-5437
Abc Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
8511 Jennifer Drive, Juneau, AK
Phone
(907) 790-6500
Ccs Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

CCS Early Learning in Chugiak receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, quality preschool preparation for kindergarten, and community involvement. One parent expressed concern about educational depth, but the majority highlight strong teacher-student relationships and comprehensive services including enrichment programs.

caring and welcoming staffkindergarten preparationpatient and responsive teachers
Address
18530 Old Glenn Hwy, Chugiak, AK
Phone
(907) 688-2660
Uaf Recreational Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews are extremely positive (all 5-star ratings) but appear to describe recreational facilities and museums rather than daycare services. Visitors praise kid-friendly activities, outdoor recreation like sledding and ice climbing, well-equipped gym facilities, and educational museum exhibits about Alaska Native cultures.

Kid-friendly snow activitiesfriendly and helpful stafffree weekend parking
Address
414 Tanana Loop Student Recreation Center, Fairbanks, AK
Phone
(907) 474-6806
Nikaitchuat Ilisagviat
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews appear to be for a hospital emergency room rather than a daycare center. Patients consistently praise the facility for professional, friendly staff and quality emergency care services in Kotzebue.

Professional and friendly staffquick emergency responsehelpful patient support
Address
600 5th Avenue, Kotzebue, AK
Phone
(907) 442-4160
Carefree Kids LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Carefree Kids LLC in Wasilla receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff praised for being caring, friendly, and maintaining high cleanliness standards. However, one parent reported a significant issue with waitlist management, claiming their reserved spot was given away without notification.

friendly and caring staffexcellent cleanliness standardsengaging activities and special events
Address
3950 E. Carefree Dr, Wasilla, AK
Phone
(907) 373-3950
Rural Cap Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Rural CAP Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, skilled staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents report their children form strong bonds with teachers and show enthusiasm for attending. However, some concerns exist regarding staff turnover and frequent closures.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsresponsive to parent concerns
Address
545 E. 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 278-0068
Sunflower Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Sunflower Preschool in Anchorage receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong academic preparation, consistent communication, and supportive care that has positively impacted their children's development and readiness for kindergarten.

Caring and patient staffwarm and safe environmentstrong academic instruction (reading
Address
2500 Boniface Parkway, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 277-3005
The Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Starbright South as an excellent preschool with caring, communicative leadership and a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and staffed with passionate educators who build strong relationships with children and families. Multiple parents recommend the center and report positive transitions to kindergarten.

Owner Jen's communication and passion for educationfriendly and supportive staffclean and well-organized facility
Address
1130 W Dimond Blvd., Unit E, Anchorage, AK
Phone
(907) 522-1464
Ymca - Eagle River Sac Dev Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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 areas
Address
10900 Old Eagle River Road, Eagle River, AK
Phone
(907) 223-7628
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
3411 Lathrop Street, Suite A, Fairbanks, AK
Phone
(907) 456-2263

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Frequently asked questions

There are 233 all daycares across Alaska. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Alaska are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Alaska's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Alaska, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Alaska sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Alaska vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.