
Compare 39 daycare centers in Conway. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Conway has 39 licensed daycares with 306 parent reviews averaging 4.45/5.16 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 62% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 72034 zip code, averaging 4.67 stars across 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
364 Dennison, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Parents consistently praise Sugar Bear Child Care for its warm, nurturing environment and exceptional care provided by Mrs. Patricia. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, included meals, competitive pricing, educational curriculum, and strong communication with parents. Children show significant developmental progress and parents report feeling completely confident leaving their children in Mrs. Patricia's care.
2600 Dave Ward Drive, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children
Reviews consistently praise 2BC as a welcoming church community with strong spiritual leadership, quality children's ministry programs, and a family-oriented atmosphere. Parents highlight the supportive small groups, excellent staff, and meaningful worship experiences that keep families engaged long-term.
501 Hwy 64 E, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Parents consistently praise Lollipop Kids Academy for its caring, loving staff who treat children as their own. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's welcoming environment, regular photo updates throughout the day, educational activities, and the strong bonds children form with teachers. Families report feeling confident and comfortable leaving their children in the center's care.
818 4th Street, Conway, AR · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 84 children
St. Joseph Preschool is a faith-based school highly praised by parents for its strong academic curriculum, nurturing environment, and caring staff who treat children like family. Parents consistently report their children thrive both academically and spiritually, with excellent preparation for future education and personal growth. The close-knit community atmosphere and individualized attention are frequently highlighted as key strengths.
2690 Meadowlake Road, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children
Meadowlake Day School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Parents consistently highlight their peace of mind while working and their children's happiness and development at the center.
2415 Donaghey, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children
Sonshine Academy is highly rated by parents for its dance, gymnastics, and swim programs. Parents consistently praise the caring and skilled coaching staff, age-appropriate instruction, and the facility's emphasis on modest values and character development. Children show significant skill progression and form lasting friendships within the Sonshine community.
1050 Holiday Park Dr, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children
Parents consistently praise Kids World Childcare Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and engaging activities. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, cleanliness, and long-term satisfaction with the facility. The center is noted for convenience services like school transportation.
633 South Country Club, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children
Parents consistently praise Little Life Academy Conway for its nurturing, Christ-centered environment and exceptional staff who demonstrate genuine care for each child. The facility offers structured learning, hands-on activities, and excellent communication with parents through real-time updates. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and have experienced both academic and spiritual growth.
1250 Hogan Ln, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children
Little Scholars Christian Academy of Conway receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring staff, safe environment, educational programs, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for cleanliness, responsiveness to parent concerns, and creative teaching methods.
1629 South Boulevard, Conway, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 260 children
Sallie Cone Preschool receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring teachers and safety features, but two recent reviews describe serious concerns about teacher conduct, including inadequate support for children with ADHD and discriminatory treatment of a child.
Based on 26 daycares with Google ratings in Conway
Top qualities mentioned across 306 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Conway, based on parent reviews
Conway zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72034 | 20 | 4.67 | 8 | |
| 72032 | 18 | 4.18 | 7 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Conway (20–338 children)
Small
up to 30 children
4
Medium
31–75 children
10
Large
76–150 children
15
Very Large
150+ children
10
Highest rated daycares in Conway based on parent reviews
364 Dennison, Conway, AR
Parents consistently praise Sugar Bear Child Care for its warm, nurturing environment and exceptional care provided by Mrs. Patricia. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, included meals, competitive pricing, educational curriculum, and strong communication with parents. Children show significant developmental progress and parents report feeling completely confident leaving their children in Mrs. Patricia's care.
2600 Dave Ward Drive, Conway, AR
Reviews consistently praise 2BC as a welcoming church community with strong spiritual leadership, quality children's ministry programs, and a family-oriented atmosphere. Parents highlight the supportive small groups, excellent staff, and meaningful worship experiences that keep families engaged long-term.
501 Hwy 64 E, Conway, AR
Parents consistently praise Lollipop Kids Academy for its caring, loving staff who treat children as their own. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's welcoming environment, regular photo updates throughout the day, educational activities, and the strong bonds children form with teachers. Families report feeling confident and comfortable leaving their children in the center's care.
818 4th Street, Conway, AR
St. Joseph Preschool is a faith-based school highly praised by parents for its strong academic curriculum, nurturing environment, and caring staff who treat children like family. Parents consistently report their children thrive both academically and spiritually, with excellent preparation for future education and personal growth. The close-knit community atmosphere and individualized attention are frequently highlighted as key strengths.
2690 Meadowlake Road, Conway, AR
Meadowlake Day School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Parents consistently highlight their peace of mind while working and their children's happiness and development at the center.
2415 Donaghey, Conway, AR
Sonshine Academy is highly rated by parents for its dance, gymnastics, and swim programs. Parents consistently praise the caring and skilled coaching staff, age-appropriate instruction, and the facility's emphasis on modest values and character development. Children show significant skill progression and form lasting friendships within the Sonshine community.
There are 39 daycare centers in Conway, Arkansas. 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 Conway have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 26 rated facilities, with 62% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 306 parent reviews. Parents in Conway most frequently praise daycares for caring and loving staff, clean facility, and strong teacher-child relationships.
When choosing a daycare in Conway, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent describes Smart Start Academy as a phenomenal facility that provides a fun, loving, and nourishing environment for their children. Another review praises the staff for being wonderful with their son.
Parents consistently praise Sugar Bear Child Care for its warm, nurturing environment and exceptional care provided by Mrs. Patricia. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, included meals, competitive pricing, educational curriculum, and strong communication with parents. Children show significant developmental progress and parents report feeling completely confident leaving their children in Mrs. Patricia's care.
One parent describes the center as the best option in Conway, noting that their son loves the program. Another reviewer highlights it as the best pre-K program in the area.
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One parent describes the experience as highly engaging and enjoyable. Specific positive aspects mentioned include ice and pleasant weather for meetings.
Parents highlight the loving and caring staff, noting that their young children have thrived academically and socially. Reviewers appreciate the strong communication, including daily photos and updates, which helps them feel at ease with their child's care.
Parents consistently praise Lollipop Kids Academy for its caring, loving staff who treat children as their own. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's welcoming environment, regular photo updates throughout the day, educational activities, and the strong bonds children form with teachers. Families report feeling confident and comfortable leaving their children in the center's care.
Reviewers highlight the center's high organizational standards and rigorous security protocols for drop-off and pick-up. Parents also appreciate the effective staff communication facilitated by a shared app and the facility's cleanliness.
One parent describes the teaching and care at this center as awesome, noting that staff members have at least five years of experience working with babies.
Reviews consistently praise 2BC as a welcoming church community with strong spiritual leadership, quality children's ministry programs, and a family-oriented atmosphere. Parents highlight the supportive small groups, excellent staff, and meaningful worship experiences that keep families engaged long-term.
St. Joseph Preschool is a faith-based school highly praised by parents for its strong academic curriculum, nurturing environment, and caring staff who treat children like family. Parents consistently report their children thrive both academically and spiritually, with excellent preparation for future education and personal growth. The close-knit community atmosphere and individualized attention are frequently highlighted as key strengths.
Parents consistently praise Kids World Childcare Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and engaging activities. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming environment, cleanliness, and long-term satisfaction with the facility. The center is noted for convenience services like school transportation.
Parents consistently praise Little Life Academy Conway for its nurturing, Christ-centered environment and exceptional staff who demonstrate genuine care for each child. The facility offers structured learning, hands-on activities, and excellent communication with parents through real-time updates. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and have experienced both academic and spiritual growth.
Meadowlake Day School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Parents consistently highlight their peace of mind while working and their children's happiness and development at the center.
Sonshine Academy is highly rated by parents for its dance, gymnastics, and swim programs. Parents consistently praise the caring and skilled coaching staff, age-appropriate instruction, and the facility's emphasis on modest values and character development. Children show significant skill progression and form lasting friendships within the Sonshine community.
Little Scholars Christian Academy of Conway receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring staff, safe environment, educational programs, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for cleanliness, responsiveness to parent concerns, and creative teaching methods.
Sallie Cone Preschool receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring teachers and safety features, but two recent reviews describe serious concerns about teacher conduct, including inadequate support for children with ADHD and discriminatory treatment of a child.
One parent describes ABUNDANT BLESSINGS CHRISTIAN CHILD CARE as an awesome childcare experience. The limited feedback highlights a positive impression of the center's services.
One parent highlights the school's positive impact on their child's scholastic and personal development, praising the staff's reliability and warmth. Conversely, a second parent describes a cold environment and a cranky head teacher, noting that their child's negative reaction led them to discontinue attendance.
ARCH FORD CONWAY ABC PROGRAM receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the staff, facilities, and developmental support. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about disciplinary procedures, lack of documentation provided to parents, and allegations of discriminatory treatment.
Milestones is a nonprofit center-based daycare in Conway, Arkansas with mostly very positive reviews praising the staff, facilities, and developmental support. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about disciplinary procedures, lack of documentation, and allegations of discriminatory treatment.
Parents describe the staff as professional, courteous, and genuinely invested in children's learning and growth, with one family noting they would return if after-school pickup were available. A specific complaint highlights that the center does not offer after-school pickup, forcing families to find alternative care for kindergarten-aged children.
Caring Hands receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Five parents praise the staff's care, dedication, and family-like atmosphere, with children thriving academically and emotionally. Three parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, lack of communication about illness, unauthorized discipline, and the director imposing personal religious/political views.
Little Dumplings has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's communication, support, and care for children over several years. Negative reviews raise serious concerns about safety protocols, physical handling of children, and driving incidents.
One parent describes their experience at Conway Christian Learning Academy as awful. The single review provides no specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or facility conditions.
Childcare Network #192 in Conway, Arkansas receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews give 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and professional management. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and the center is responsive to family concerns.
Quality Child Care in Conway receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, strong adherence to safety standards, and welcoming environment where children thrive and enjoy attending.
Reviews describe FUMC Summer Adventure Camp as a welcoming and caring religious facility in Conway, Arkansas. Visitors consistently praise the friendly staff, well-maintained building, and community involvement including food pantry services and various programs.
First United Methodist in Conway is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and community programs, though most reviewers mention the church and its community services rather than daycare-specific experiences.
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