Best Daycare Centers in Colorado Springs, CO
Compare 252 daycare centers in Colorado Springs. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Colorado Springs, Colorado at a glance
- Daycares
- 252
- Avg rating
- 4.23/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,662
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 51
Colorado Springs has 252 licensed daycares with 1,662 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.51 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 48% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 80921 (avg 4.73 stars), while 80918 has the largest selection (26 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Colorado Springs
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.
- 1Early Connections @ Court Care4.72 score4.9(20)
270 S Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Early Connections @ Court Care is a court-based childcare facility in Colorado Springs with exceptional ratings. Parents consistently praise the staff's warmth, professionalism, and genuine care, along with the clean, safe, well-stocked facility. The service is free for those attending court and parents report their children were engaged, happy, and well-cared for during jury duty.
Professional and friendly staffclean facilitywell-stocked with toysstrong securi - 2Primrose School Of Cottonwood Creek4.72 score4.9(20)
4110 Dublin Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Cottonwood Creek for its caring, engaged staff who genuinely know and support each child. They highlight the safe, clean facilities, strong communication with parents, quality curriculum, and positive child development outcomes. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction.
Caring and engaged staffsafe and clean facilitiesstrong parent communication through app with daily updates and photosconsistent teacher retention - 3First Class Preschool LLC4.64 score5(9)
631 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children
First Class Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its arts-based curriculum, nurturing teachers led by Nancy Diehl, and individualized attention to each child's developmental needs. Parents report significant growth in their children's academic skills, social development, creativity, and emotional well-being, with many noting their children are eager to attend daily.
Arts-based curriculumexperienced and caring teachersindividualized attenti - 4La Foret Crc4.64 score4.8(20)
6145 Shoup Rd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
La Foret CRC is a center-based facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the beautiful, peaceful location in Black Forest, attentive staff, and well-maintained facilities. The venue is highly recommended for weddings, family reunions, conferences, and camps.
Beautiful natural settingpeaceful atmospherewell-maintained facilitiesresponsive and easy-to-work-with staff - 5Sunrise United Methodist Church Preschool4.64 score4.8(20)
2655 Briargate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 106 children
This facility is primarily reviewed as a church rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere, quality programming, and facility availability for community events.
Friendly and welcoming staff and congregationchildren's programscommunity involvement and outreachmodern and traditional worship options - 6Realm Of Caring Child Development Center4.56 score4.8(12)
3515 N Chestnut St, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Reviews praise Realm of Caring as a caring and knowledgeable organization with dedicated professionals focused on whole-person health. Parents highlight helpful staff, quality products and services, and positive support for families facing health challenges.
Caring and dedicated staffknowledgeable advisorswhole-person health approachhelpful and informative - 7Sidewalk'S End Montessori School4.56 score4.8(12)
3215 Woodland Hills Dr, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children
Sidewalk's End Montessori School in Colorado Springs has an excellent reputation with all 5-star reviews praising the dedicated, highly qualified teaching staff led by Ms. Lynne and the school's authentic implementation of Montessori methods. Parents report significant academic, social, and emotional growth in their children, along with a warm, supportive community environment and well-maintained facilities.
Highly qualified and passionate teachers with advanced degr - 8Primrose School Of Briargate4.56 score4.7(20)
2380 Briar Ridge Pt, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 188 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Briargate for its exceptional staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers who provide personalized attention, daily updates, and genuine care for each child. Children reportedly feel safe, loved, and show strong developmental progress across all age groups.
Dedicated and caring staffexceptional teacher-child relationshipsclean facilitypersonalized daily updates to parents - 9Primrose School Of Springs Ranch4.56 score4.7(20)
3805 Tutt Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Springs Ranch and its Stetson Hills location for exceptional care, engaged teachers, and strong child development outcomes. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured curriculum, excellent communication through apps and daily updates, and responsive leadership. Families report high satisfaction across all age groups, including those with complex medical or developmental needs.
Caring and patient teachersstrong academic curriculumregular communication and photo/video updates via appclean and organized facility - 10Fellowship Of The Rockies Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
1625 S 8th St, Colorado Springs, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children
Fellowship of the Rockies Preschool is a religious facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.7/5 Google rating. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church's welcoming community, children's programs, and pastoral leadership. Parents consistently highlight the loving atmosphere and strong sense of belonging.
welcoming communitychildren's ministry programsAwana and vacation Bible school offeringspastoral leadership
Rating Distribution
Based on 106 daycares with Google ratings in Colorado Springs
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,662 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Colorado Springs, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Colorado Springs zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80921 | 12 | 4.73 | 3 | |
| 80911 | 9 | 4.67 | 5 | |
| 80905 | 8 | 4.6 | 2 | |
| 80907 | 10 | 4.55 | 4 | |
| 80904 | 13 | 4.38 | 5 | |
| 80922 | 15 | 4.33 | 1 | |
| 80919 | 19 | 4.26 | 5 | |
| 80918 | 26 | 4.2 | 4 | |
| 80906 | 15 | 4.2 | 3 | |
| 80920 | 24 | 4.17 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Colorado Springs (12–247 children)
Small
up to 30 children
76
Medium
31–75 children
92
Large
76–150 children
62
Very Large
150+ children
22
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Colorado Springs based on parent reviews
Early Connections @ Court Care
270 S Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO
Early Connections @ Court Care is a court-based childcare facility in Colorado Springs with exceptional ratings. Parents consistently praise the staff's warmth, professionalism, and genuine care, along with the clean, safe, well-stocked facility. The service is free for those attending court and parents report their children were engaged, happy, and well-cared for during jury duty.
Primrose School Of Cottonwood Creek
4110 Dublin Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Cottonwood Creek for its caring, engaged staff who genuinely know and support each child. They highlight the safe, clean facilities, strong communication with parents, quality curriculum, and positive child development outcomes. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction.
First Class Preschool LLC
631 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO
First Class Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its arts-based curriculum, nurturing teachers led by Nancy Diehl, and individualized attention to each child's developmental needs. Parents report significant growth in their children's academic skills, social development, creativity, and emotional well-being, with many noting their children are eager to attend daily.
La Foret Crc
6145 Shoup Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
La Foret CRC is a center-based facility in Colorado Springs with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the beautiful, peaceful location in Black Forest, attentive staff, and well-maintained facilities. The venue is highly recommended for weddings, family reunions, conferences, and camps.
Sunrise United Methodist Church Preschool
2655 Briargate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
This facility is primarily reviewed as a church rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere, quality programming, and facility availability for community events.
Realm Of Caring Child Development Center
3515 N Chestnut St, Colorado Springs, CO
Reviews praise Realm of Caring as a caring and knowledgeable organization with dedicated professionals focused on whole-person health. Parents highlight helpful staff, quality products and services, and positive support for families facing health challenges.
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Daycare Centers in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs offers a diverse landscape of childcare options, ranging from church-affiliated programs to summer camps and independent centers. Parents consistently highlight clean facilities, safe environments, and attentive staff as the defining characteristics of these programs. The directory covers 252 facilities, providing a clear view of the local childcare ecosystem.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Colorado Springs have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 106 rated facilities, with 48% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.76 stars. Our analysis covers 1,662 parent reviews. Parents in Colorado Springs most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring and attentive staff.
When choosing a daycare in Colorado Springs, 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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Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for excellent staff care, strong communication, and engaging activities. Children show developmental progress and enthusiasm about attending. Multiple families with multiple children have had long-term positive experiences.
- Address
- 6610 Flying W Ranch Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 536-6037
- Quality
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with parents appreciating the curriculum, daily communication, and clean facilities. The center is noted for being particularly accommodating to children with special needs.
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- 1004 Middle Creek Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 481-1212
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- 1520 Verde Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 635-5154
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- 1409 Dereamer Cir, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 635-5154
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- 4285 Walker Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 488-8470
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- 2410 N Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 634-4370
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La Petite Academy in Colorado Springs receives unanimously positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and quality of care their children receive. Parents report significant improvements in their children's development, confidence, and enthusiasm for attending, along with excellent communication through the facility's app and video features. The director Amanda and assistant director Dee are frequently highlighted for their management and parent engagement.
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- 3615 Rio Vista Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 597-7132
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- 4125 Constitution Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 596-6439
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- 2015 Wickes Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 329-7289
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- 1023 N 31st St, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 520-2538
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- 2110 W Broadway St, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 329-7289
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- 2904 W Kiowa St, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (303) 656-7071
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- 1605 S Corona Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (303) 656-7071
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- 1832 S Whasatch Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (303) 656-7071
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- 200 Loomis Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 635-1536
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- 1601 Mesa Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 632-1846
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Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool in Colorado Springs receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the caring teachers, individualized attention, and child development. Parents report their children are happy, thriving, and excited to attend.
- Address
- 1245 Tenderfoot Hill Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (808) 721-6876
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This YMCA facility receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the fitness classes, equipment, pool, and supportive staff. The facility offers a wide variety of amenities and services in a spacious, well-maintained environment. One serious concern was raised regarding a gymnasium floor injury.
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- 6205 Farthing Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 329-7289
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- 3333 Oak Creek Dr W, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 635-1536
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- 1805 Preserve Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 329-7289
Parents consistently praise the Boys & Girls Club of the PPR @ Otero for its attentive, kind, and patient staff. Multiple reviewers highlight positive experiences with specific staff members and commend the overall quality of care provided to children.
- Address
- 1650 Charmwood Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 570-7077
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- 610 Brookshire Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 635-1536
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- 4340 Edwinstowe Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 520-2538
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One parent reports a severe billing dispute where they were charged over $600 and sent to collections despite being told their account was settled, leading to threatened legal action and credit damage. The reviewer describes the business as corrupt and incompetent due to the lack of verification and unreturned calls.
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- 2460 Paseo Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 272-9070
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- 2510 N Chestnut St, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 329-7289
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- 13710 Blackforest Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 329-7289
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- 13710 Black Forest Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 234-1328
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- 2400 E Van Buren St, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (719) 329-7289
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- 2577 N Chelton Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
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- (303) 656-7071
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- 4120 Constitution Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
- Phone
- (719) 520-2538
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