195 Daycare Centers in Little Rock, Arkansas
Browse all 195 daycare centers in Little Rock, Arkansas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Little Rock
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.
- 1Little Rock Racquet Club4.72 score4.9(20)
1 Huntington Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Little Rock Racquet Club is highly praised for its excellent staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness classes, and equipment. Members consistently highlight the friendly and helpful customer service from front desk staff to instructors. The facility is described as accommodating, well-run, and a welcoming community space.
Excellent staff and customer serviceclean facilitieswell-maintained groundsquality pools with safety features - 2Pleasant Valley Day School4.72 score4.9(20)
10900 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and quality worship experience, though they do not address childcare services or educational programs.
Friendly and welcoming communityquality pastoral leadershipbeautiful facilitiesconvenient service times - 3Little Rock Athletic Club Kid'S Down Under Center4.64 score4.8(20)
4610 Sam Peck Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children
Little Rock Athletic Club Kid's Down Under Center receives consistently high ratings from members who praise the facility's amenities, welcoming atmosphere, and family-friendly environment. Parents appreciate the convenience of working out while their children have a safe place to play, and highlight the quality of staff and equipment maintenance. The club is noted as an important community resource that supports active, healthy family lifestyles.
welcoming and positive atmospheremultiple poolsvariety of fitness classes and equipmentquality staff - 4Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist Cdc INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
324 West 8th Street, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 379 children
Parents consistently praise Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist CDC for its loving, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Multiple families report their children have thrived emotionally and academically at the center, with many citing specific teachers who have made significant positive impacts. The facility is noted for convenient location, cleanliness, and strong communication with parents.
Caring and loving teachersnurturing environmentstaff dedicationconvenient downtown location with ample parking - 5Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K4.63 score4.8(18)
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the nature-based preschool program, well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and beautiful facilities with wooded grounds. The center offers diverse programming including camps, conferences, and family activities.
Nature-based outdoor educationwell-trained and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities with lake viewscomfortable rooms - 6Ferncliff Camp And Conference Center Summer Program4.63 score4.8(18)
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 234 children
Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center is a highly-regarded facility in Little Rock offering summer camps, nature preschool programs, and conference services. Parents consistently praise the well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality facilities including wooded grounds and lake views. Multiple families report their children have attended for years and love the experience.
Well-trained counselorswelcoming staffbeautiful facilitieswooded grounds with nature-based learning - 7Bundle Of Joy4.59 score4.8(14)
7515 Geyer Springs, Suite 15, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Bundle of Joy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving. However, one family noted significant concerns about staff turnover, declined care quality, and a safety incident involving unsupervised children.
Caring and attentive staffclean facilitystrong communication via appoutdoor play space - 8Pulaski Heights Umc-Clc4.56 score4.7(20)
4823 Woodlawn, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 677 children
These reviews are not for the daycare program but rather for Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church. The reviews consistently praise the church's sermons, welcoming community, and service opportunities, with visitors appreciating both in-person and online worship options.
Excellent sermons and spiritual leadershipwelcoming and friendly atmosphereclean facilitiesmultiple worship formats (in-person - 9St James United Methodist Church Elementary4.56 score4.7(20)
320 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR · Church Daycare · Capacity: 92 children
St. James United Methodist Church Elementary in Little Rock receives universal 5/5 ratings from reviewers. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong youth and children's programs, and the church's commitment to Christian values and community service across multiple generations of families.
welcoming congregationstrong youth ministry programsactivities for all agesChristian education and worship - 10Making A Difference Learning Centers4.55 score5(6)
8923 Sunset Lane, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 213 children
The reviews provided do not relate to the daycare center listed. Instead, they are reviews for a church (FCC) discussing worship services, Pastor Kelly, and the spiritual community. No actual parent reviews about MAKING A DIFFERENCE LEARNING CENTERS daycare services, child care quality, or educational programs are present.
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Highest rated daycares in Little Rock based on parent reviews
Little Rock Racquet Club
1 Huntington Road, Little Rock, AR
Little Rock Racquet Club is highly praised for its excellent staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness classes, and equipment. Members consistently highlight the friendly and helpful customer service from front desk staff to instructors. The facility is described as accommodating, well-run, and a welcoming community space.
Pleasant Valley Day School
10900 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR
This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and quality worship experience, though they do not address childcare services or educational programs.
Little Rock Athletic Club Kid'S Down Under Center
4610 Sam Peck Road, Little Rock, AR
Little Rock Athletic Club Kid's Down Under Center receives consistently high ratings from members who praise the facility's amenities, welcoming atmosphere, and family-friendly environment. Parents appreciate the convenience of working out while their children have a safe place to play, and highlight the quality of staff and equipment maintenance. The club is noted as an important community resource that supports active, healthy family lifestyles.
Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist Cdc INC.
324 West 8th Street, Little Rock, AR
Parents consistently praise Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist CDC for its loving, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Multiple families report their children have thrived emotionally and academically at the center, with many citing specific teachers who have made significant positive impacts. The facility is noted for convenient location, cleanliness, and strong communication with parents.
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the nature-based preschool program, well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and beautiful facilities with wooded grounds. The center offers diverse programming including camps, conferences, and family activities.
Ferncliff Camp And Conference Center Summer Program
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR
Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center is a highly-regarded facility in Little Rock offering summer camps, nature preschool programs, and conference services. Parents consistently praise the well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality facilities including wooded grounds and lake views. Multiple families report their children have attended for years and love the experience.
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There are 195 daycare centers in Little Rock, Arkansas. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Little Rock, 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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- Address
- 6323 Colonel Glenn Road, #109, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 414-8892
Most recent reviews are highly positive, with parents praising the caring staff, small class sizes, and Christian family environment. However, one former employee from 2014 raised serious concerns about racism, understaffing, cleanliness issues, and staff inattentiveness that were never addressed.
- Address
- 923 West Bingham Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 888-2541
Marvelous Kids Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring, family-oriented environment and the Bells' professionalism and dedication. However, one negative review raises concerns about inadequate feeding, unexplained injuries, and unprofessional staff conduct.
- Address
- 5804 Young Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 615-8523
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of West Little Rock for its caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly adjust well and enjoy attending daily, with parents appreciating the secure environment, provided meals, and developmental progress.
- Address
- 1601 Kirk Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 821-2200
Scholastic Academy Inc receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term parents who praise the quality of education, caring staff, and professional management. However, recent applicants report significant frustration with unresponsive enrollment communication and unprofessional phone interactions.
- Address
- 415 E 17th St, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 372-7735
- Address
- 8501 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 565-2800
Darnall School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the attentive and caring staff, particularly Ms. Francis and Ms. Judy. Parents highlight strong child development, clean facilities, good communication, and low classroom ratios. Children consistently show happiness and enthusiasm about attending.
- Address
- 1816 Hinson Loop Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 225-4462
- Address
- 9420 Chicot Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 570-0057
Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with 10 five-star and 1 four-star review. Parents highlight caring, attentive teachers who treat children like family, good communication, cleanliness, and engaging activities. One parent noted minor issues were resolved promptly.
- Address
- 18401 Cantrell, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 868-7774
Agape Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising small class sizes, strong academic curriculum, spiritual enrichment, and engaged teachers. Parents highlight excellent communication, afterschool programs with diverse activities, and holistic child development. Two negative reviews cite serious concerns about administration conduct and enrollment fairness.
- Address
- 701 Napa Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 225-0068
Small Blessings Nurturing Childcare receives mixed reviews. Three parents praise the clean facility, caring owner, and positive learning environment where children are excited to attend. Two parents report significant concerns about staff quality and frequent closures that disrupt working parents' schedules.
- Address
- 13001 Stacy Lane, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 221-1102
- Address
- 18240 Lawson Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 821-8770
Centers for Youth & Families Inc. receives mixed reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Outpatient clients praise compassionate staff and therapeutic support, while former residential/day treatment patients report serious concerns about facility conditions, staff professionalism, food quality, and treatment approaches. Current experiences appear to vary significantly based on program type and individual staff interactions.
- Address
- 6601 West 12th, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 666-8686
Tweety's Lil Academy receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise cleanliness, professional staff, family-oriented atmosphere, and documented activities. However, negative reviews allege physical discipline issues, inadequate supervision, poor feeding practices, and unprofessional staff behavior.
- Address
- 3821 Baseline Rd, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 562-7191
The Children Center has received mixed reviews with a significant divide between experiences. Recent reviews under new management are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the staff, environment, and care quality. However, older reviews document serious safety incidents including injuries and inadequate incident reporting.
- Address
- 11502 Mabelvale West, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 455-2690
- Address
- 1701 North Mississippi Street, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 349-5310
MS BERTHA'S CHILD CARE CENTER receives highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the clean facility, friendly staff, structured learning programs, and caring environment. However, several parents report serious concerns including allegations of physical discipline and unprofessional conduct.
- Address
- 8215 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 562-8191
- Address
- 8319 Geyer Springs Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 562-9132
- Address
- 6701 Geyer Springs, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 565-1705
- Address
- 299 East Lawson Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 794-2376
- Address
- 9720 Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 228-3830
The Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the caring staff, good teacher-to-student ratios, competitive pricing, and family-like atmosphere. However, four parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, inappropriate discipline practices, poor communication about health/safety issues, and allegations of physical abuse.
- Address
- 11610 Huron Lane, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 224-2003
Youth Home is an in-patient mental health facility for struggling teens, not a traditional daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive from current and former patients and parents, praising therapeutic care, trauma-informed staff, and life-changing outcomes. A small number of negative reviews cite concerns about isolation protocols during restricted status, staff qualification variability, and past experiences with rigid approaches to socialization.
- Address
- 20400 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 821-5500
Ms. Carries Day School receives mixed reviews. Five parents gave 5-star ratings praising staff care, flexibility, and children's happiness, while five parents gave 1-star ratings citing safety concerns, lack of supervision, favoritism, poor incident response, and unprofessional staff behavior.
- Address
- 1824 North Mississippi, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 225-4800
- Address
- 333 Executive Court, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 526-8770
- Address
- 315 South Hughes, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 663-5212
Parents consistently praise Full Potential Child Development Center for its caring, welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff who treat children like family. Multiple reviewers highlight significant child development and learning progress. One reviewer noted improvement in staff quality over time.
- Address
- 8109 Interstate 30, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 374-0360
Reviews are highly polarized. Recent positive reviews praise attentive staff, educational curriculum, daily communication via app, clean facilities, and fair pricing. However, older reviews report serious safety incidents including a broken arm, injuries to children, DHS involvement, police calls, and concerns about staff conduct and director responsiveness.
- Address
- 1410 West Daisy L Gatson Bates Dr, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 313-5339
- Address
- 6401 W 32nd St, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 568-2651
- Address
- 8508 Kanis Road, Suite A, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 223-3344
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