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Best Daycare Centers in Basalt, CO

Compare 8 daycare centers in Basalt. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Basalt, Colorado at a glance

Daycares
8
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Basalt has 8 licensed daycares with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 81621 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Basalt

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
    Christ Community Church Dba Cornerstone Class
    4 score
    4(20)

    20449 Highway 82, Basalt, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Reviews focus primarily on the church community rather than daycare operations. Parents praise the welcoming, faith-based environment and pastoral leadership. No specific feedback about daycare services, curriculum, or childcare quality is provided.

    Welcoming and loving communitybiblically-centered teachingsstrong pastoral leadershipsafe faith-based environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Basalt

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Basalt, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Basalt zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
816218
4.5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Basalt (15–90 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Basalt based on parent reviews

Camp Chip A Tooth

5(2)

151 Cottonwood Dr, Basalt, CO

Reviewers highlight staff members, particularly Deb and her team, as exceptional and enthusiastic about their work with children. Parents note that kids enjoy the program and have a great time.

incredible staffenthusiastic counselorsloving environment

Christ Community Church Dba Cornerstone Class

4(20)

20449 Highway 82, Basalt, CO

Reviews focus primarily on the church community rather than daycare operations. Parents praise the welcoming, faith-based environment and pastoral leadership. No specific feedback about daycare services, curriculum, or childcare quality is provided.

Welcoming and loving communitybiblically-centered teachingsstrong pastoral leadership

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Daycare types in Basalt

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 3

Daycare Centers in Basalt, Colorado

There are 8 daycare centers in Basalt, Colorado. 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 Basalt have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Basalt, 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 Basalt

Showing 8 results

Camp Chip A Tooth
Before or After School Daycare
5

Reviewers highlight staff members, particularly Deb and her team, as exceptional and enthusiastic about their work with children. Parents note that kids enjoy the program and have a great time.

incredible staffenthusiastic counselorsloving environment
Address
151 Cottonwood Dr, Basalt, CO
Phone
(970) 927-0169
Christ Community Church Dba Cornerstone Class
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Reviews focus primarily on the church community rather than daycare operations. Parents praise the welcoming, faith-based environment and pastoral leadership. No specific feedback about daycare services, curriculum, or childcare quality is provided.

Welcoming and loving communitybiblically-centered teachingsstrong pastoral leadership
Address
20449 Highway 82, Basalt, CO
Phone
(970) 309-7757
Njs Kinder Cottage LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 Alexander Ln, Basalt, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Growing Years Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
151 School St, Basalt, CO
Phone
(970) 927-7801
Growing Years Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
151 Cottonwood Dr, Basalt, CO
Phone
(970) 927-8008
Quality
Roaring Fork School Dist Prs Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
151 Cottonwood Dr, Basalt, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Njs Hobby Farm LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
258 Basalt Ave, Basalt, CO
Phone
(970) 379-6510
Springboard At Basalt Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
151 E Cottonwood Dr, Basalt, CO
Phone
(970) 384-5800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in Basalt, Colorado. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Basalt have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Basalt, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Colorado's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Colorado)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Basalt offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Colorado 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 Basalt for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Basalt must be licensed by Colorado'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.