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451 Daycare Centers in Denver, Colorado

Browse all 451 daycare centers in Denver, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Denver

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

    3105 W Iowa Ave, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Einstein's Academy for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational focus. The bilingual curriculum, excellent parent communication through daily updates, and family-like atmosphere are frequently highlighted. Children show significant developmental progress and enjoy attending.

    Caring and dedicated staffbilingual Spanish instructionstrong developmental progressexcellent parent communication via app
  2. 2
    Iliff Preschool
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    4140 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children

    Iliff Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and well-rounded curriculum including academics, STEM, Spanish, music, and outdoor play. Parents highlight strong social-emotional development, small class sizes, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted as affordable and offers flexible scheduling with minimal closures compared to other preschools.

    Dedicated and experienced teacherswarm and nurturing environmentcomprehensive curriculum (STEMSpanish
  3. 3
    Plum Hill Preschool
    4.79 score
    5(19)

    3060 South Dahlia St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Plum Hill Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its play-based curriculum, nurturing teachers, and child-centered approach. Parents highlight the clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, strong communication, and safe, caring environment that keeps children excited to attend.

    Play-based learning philosophywarm and nurturing teachersclean and organized facilitiesoutdoor play in all weather
  4. 4

    18613 E 48th Ave, Bldg D, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Lil' Peoples Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong educational focus. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, and confidence. Many describe the center as exceeding expectations and providing a nurturing, welcoming environment.

    Caring and compassionate staffhands-on teachersindividualized educationsafe environment
  5. 5
    Denver Tour Club
    4.75 score
    5(15)

    400 S Williams Street, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Denver Tour Club is a highly-rated summer camp and day program led by founder Sam that specializes in guided tours and activities throughout Denver. Parents consistently praise Sam's organization, kindness, and ability to engage children while exploring local landmarks, museums, outdoor activities, and recreational facilities. The program offers flexible scheduling with individual day sign-ups and maintains small group sizes for personalized attention.

    Knowledgeable and caring instructor (Sam)unique and creative itinerariesexploration of Denver landmarks and attractionssmall group sizes with individual attention
  6. 6

    1080 Kalamath St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

    Parents consistently praise THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE LEARNING CENTER ST. JOHNS (also referred to as 1080 Learning Center) for its caring, communicative staff and clean facility. Reviewers highlight the center's educational curriculum, frequent outdoor activities, and strong teacher-child relationships. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents reporting positive experiences across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms.

    Kind and responsive stafffrequent parent communication and daily updatesclean facilityplanned educational curriculum with crafts and activities
  7. 7

    2817 Zenobia St, Denver, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 129 children

    Children's Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness and excitement about attending, as well as the school's Spanish immersion program and balanced curriculum combining academics with social-emotional learning.

    Loving and compassionate staffclean and organized facilitySpanish immersion programstrong community atmosphere
  8. 8

    2550 Roslyn St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Anchor Center for Blind Children in Denver is a specialized preschool dedicated to serving children with visual impairments and sight-related challenges. Parents consistently praise the center for its highly trained and compassionate staff, expert vision care services, and supportive approach that helps children develop and overcome challenges. The facility is described as a caring, community-supported program that makes a meaningful difference in children's lives.

    Highly trained and experienced staffspecialized vision care and monitoringcompassionate and patient approachbeautiful facility
  9. 9

    3746 Grove St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Steele Cooperative Preschool receives unanimous five-star ratings from parents who praise the small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and strong community atmosphere. Parents consistently report that their children are excited to attend and experience significant developmental growth in a supportive, caring environment. The cooperative model allowing parental involvement is highlighted as a major benefit.

    Small class sizescaring and attentive teachersindividual student attentionstrong parent community
  10. 10
    Larks Preschool
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    730 S Logan St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Larks Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the nurturing, play-based learning environment and experienced teachers led by Ms. Bridget. Parents consistently highlight the low student-to-teacher ratio, individualized attention, and strong community fostered through family events. Children show excitement for school and significant developmental growth across academic, social, and emotional domains.

    Experienced and consistent teacherslow student-to-teacher ratioplay-based and child-led curriculummixed-age interactions

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Denver based on parent reviews

Little Einstein'S Academy

5(20)

3105 W Iowa Ave, Denver, CO

Parents consistently praise Little Einstein's Academy for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational focus. The bilingual curriculum, excellent parent communication through daily updates, and family-like atmosphere are frequently highlighted. Children show significant developmental progress and enjoy attending.

Caring and dedicated staffbilingual Spanish instructionstrong developmental progress

Iliff Preschool

5(20)

4140 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO

Iliff Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and well-rounded curriculum including academics, STEM, Spanish, music, and outdoor play. Parents highlight strong social-emotional development, small class sizes, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted as affordable and offers flexible scheduling with minimal closures compared to other preschools.

Dedicated and experienced teacherswarm and nurturing environmentcomprehensive curriculum (STEM

Plum Hill Preschool

5(19)

3060 South Dahlia St, Denver, CO

Plum Hill Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its play-based curriculum, nurturing teachers, and child-centered approach. Parents highlight the clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, strong communication, and safe, caring environment that keeps children excited to attend.

Play-based learning philosophywarm and nurturing teachersclean and organized facilities

Lil' Peoples Learning Center

5(17)

18613 E 48th Ave, Bldg D, Denver, CO

Lil' Peoples Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong educational focus. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, and confidence. Many describe the center as exceeding expectations and providing a nurturing, welcoming environment.

Caring and compassionate staffhands-on teachersindividualized education

Denver Tour Club

5(15)

400 S Williams Street, Denver, CO

Denver Tour Club is a highly-rated summer camp and day program led by founder Sam that specializes in guided tours and activities throughout Denver. Parents consistently praise Sam's organization, kindness, and ability to engage children while exploring local landmarks, museums, outdoor activities, and recreational facilities. The program offers flexible scheduling with individual day sign-ups and maintains small group sizes for personalized attention.

Knowledgeable and caring instructor (Sam)unique and creative itinerariesexploration of Denver landmarks and attractions

The Golden Triangle Learning Center St. Johns

4.9(20)

1080 Kalamath St, Denver, CO

Parents consistently praise THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE LEARNING CENTER ST. JOHNS (also referred to as 1080 Learning Center) for its caring, communicative staff and clean facility. Reviewers highlight the center's educational curriculum, frequent outdoor activities, and strong teacher-child relationships. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents reporting positive experiences across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms.

Kind and responsive stafffrequent parent communication and daily updatesclean facility

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Daycare Centers in Denver, Colorado

There are 451 daycare centers in Denver, Colorado. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Denver, 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 Denver

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Dps Ece Escalante Biggs Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5300 Crown Blvd, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 423-2676
Quality
Dps Ece Maxwell Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
14390 E Bolling Dr, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-5874
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Summer Scholars @ Oakland
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4580 Dearborn, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 318-3738
Dps Ece John H Amesse Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5440 Scranton St, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-9988
Quality
Dps Discovery Link @ Isabella Bird Cs
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2701 N Lima St, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 423-1781
Kce Champions LLC @ Monarch Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4895 Peoria St, Denver, CO
Phone
(970) 699-0471
Dps Ece High Tech Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8499 E Stoll Pl, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-2100
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Dps Ece Dcis @ Ford Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
14500 Maxwell Pl, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-7300
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Academy 360
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12000 E 47th Ave, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 574-1360
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Dps Ece Oakland Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4580 Dearborn St, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 423-2676
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Dps Ece Farrell B. Howell School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
14250 E Albrook Ave, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-2740
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Monarch Montessori Of Denver
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4895 Peoria St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 712-2001
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Dps Ece Mcmeen Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1000 S Holly St, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-5520
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Ganeinu
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
428 S Forest St, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 224-8484
Ymca @ Omar D. Blair
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4905 Cathay St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 656-8465
Gvr Youth Camp @ Green Valley
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4100 Jericho, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 307-3243
Dps Ece Marrama Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
19100 E 40th Ave, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-5820
Quality
Rocky Mountain Kids @ Highline Ne
Before or After School Daycare
Address
19451 E Maxwell Place, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 870-9798
Highline Academy Northeast
Before or After School Daycare
Address
19451 E Maxwell Pl, Denver, CO
Phone
(180) 485-5172
Quality
Summer Scholars @ Pitt Waller Elementary Sch
Before or After School Daycare
Address
21601 E 51st Pl, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 381-3738
Dps Ece Florida Pitt Waller K-8 School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
21601 E 51st Pl, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-2840
Quality
Gvr Summer Camp @ Marrama
Before or After School Daycare
Address
19100 E 40th Ave, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 307-3243
Dps Ece Green Valley Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4100 Jericho St, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 424-6710
Quality
Sewall At Highline
Before or After School Daycare
Address
19451 E Maxwell Pl, Denver, CO
Phone
(720) 454-2706
Quality
Little Friends Preschool And Child Ctr
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4595 Eliot St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 458-8740
Kidoodles Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1170 S Logan St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 733-3823
Child Care Partners
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
721 19th St, Unit B65, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 844-4651
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Catholic Charities Garfield Chld Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
872 S Knox Ct, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 922-2989
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Open Door Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1567 Marion St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 813-3088
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Inner City Christian School Partnership
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3560 Josephine St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 316-6453

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Frequently asked questions

There are 451 all daycares in Denver, Colorado. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Denver, 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
Denver offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 193 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 34 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 222 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 Denver for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Denver 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.