144 Daycare Centers in Wilmington, Delaware
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wilmington
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.
- 1Small Wonder Daycare INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
100a Greenhill Avenue, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children
Small Wonder Daycare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and child-centered educational approach. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, strong development, and the clean, organized facility that balances learning with play.
Attentive and nurturing staffstrong early childhood education focusclean and well-organized facilityengaging and educational daily activities - 2Tender Care Learning Academy4.62 score5(8)
120 Stroud Street, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Tender Care Learning Academy receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, smooth transitions, and the center's focus on education balanced with fun. Daily communication about activities and progress is also appreciated.
Caring and loving staffpatient with transitionsfamily-like atmospherechildren appear happy and content - 3Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care4.61 score4.8(16)
606 New Road, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children
Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and quality educational programs. Parents report smooth transitions, individualized attention to children's needs, and a welcoming environment across all age groups from infants through preschool.
Caring and loving staff with good longevitysmooth transition back to workquality learning activities and fun eventsaccommodates special needs (food allergies - 4Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy4.56 score4.7(20)
705 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy (CCAC) in Wilmington is highly praised for its quality arts education programs, affordable pricing, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the vibrant community atmosphere, diverse offerings including dance, music, and preschool classes, and the center's commitment to accessible arts experiences. The facility is described as family-oriented with staff who are engaged in students' overall development.
High-quality arts educationaffordable pricingkind and welcoming stafffamily-oriented environment - 5Ministry Of Caring Guardian Angel Child Care4.5 score5(5)
1000 Wilson Street, Wilmington, DE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 83 children
Ministry of Caring Guardian Angel Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, strong communication with teachers, and safe environment for children. The facility is described as well-structured with children looking forward to attending daily.
Caring and loving staffexcellent communication with teacherssafe environmentstructured program - 6Concordia Preschool4.5 score5(5)
3003 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children
Concordia Preschool receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and well-rounded curriculum that balances structured learning with free play. Parents highlight the school's strong preparation for kindergarten, beautiful facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere.
caring and nurturing teachersexcellent curriculumbalance of free play and structured learningschool readiness preparation - 7Marshallton United Methodist School4.5 score5(5)
1105 Stanton Road, Wilmington, DE · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 42 children
Parents consistently praise Marshallton United Methodist School for its caring, patient staff who treat children like family. First-time parents report feeling at ease leaving their children in this small, church-based setting, and children are described as excited and happy to attend daily. The center is noted for strong communication, developmental support, and engaging activities.
Loving and caring staffsmall close-knit environmentminimal staff turnoverexperienced teachers - 8Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center4.49 score4.7(12)
1018 West 6th Street, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children
Parents consistently praise Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and quality programs. The facility is noted for providing Head Start and after-school services with well-educated staff members who prioritize children's health, safety, and development.
Friendly and loving stafffamily-like treatmentwell-educated staffgood care for children - 9Tutor Time Child Care Brandywine4.48 score4.6(20)
2001 Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 183 children
Tutor Time Child Care Brandywine receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean facility, transparent communication, and comprehensive included services that make it a trusted choice for families.
Loving and caring teachersclean facilitydaily photo and video updates24/7 camera access for parents - 10Precious Little Hands Childcare Center LLC.4.43 score4.7(8)
702b Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children
Precious Little Hands Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, clean environment, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing social and language skills. One parent cited poor communication as a concern.
Professional and qualified staffclean and calm environmentexcellent communication with daily updates and photosloving and caring teachers
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Wilmington based on parent reviews
Small Wonder Daycare INC.
100a Greenhill Avenue, Wilmington, DE
Small Wonder Daycare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and child-centered educational approach. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, strong development, and the clean, organized facility that balances learning with play.
Tender Care Learning Academy
120 Stroud Street, Wilmington, DE
Tender Care Learning Academy receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, smooth transitions, and the center's focus on education balanced with fun. Daily communication about activities and progress is also appreciated.
Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care
606 New Road, Wilmington, DE
Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and quality educational programs. Parents report smooth transitions, individualized attention to children's needs, and a welcoming environment across all age groups from infants through preschool.
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy
705 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy (CCAC) in Wilmington is highly praised for its quality arts education programs, affordable pricing, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the vibrant community atmosphere, diverse offerings including dance, music, and preschool classes, and the center's commitment to accessible arts experiences. The facility is described as family-oriented with staff who are engaged in students' overall development.
Ministry Of Caring Guardian Angel Child Care
1000 Wilson Street, Wilmington, DE
Ministry of Caring Guardian Angel Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, strong communication with teachers, and safe environment for children. The facility is described as well-structured with children looking forward to attending daily.
Concordia Preschool
3003 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE
Concordia Preschool receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and well-rounded curriculum that balances structured learning with free play. Parents highlight the school's strong preparation for kindergarten, beautiful facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere.
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There are 144 daycare centers in Wilmington, Delaware. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
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Precious Little Hands Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, clean environment, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing social and language skills. One parent cited poor communication as a concern.
- Address
- 702b Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 510-8825
Tutor Time Child Care Brandywine receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean facility, transparent communication, and comprehensive included services that make it a trusted choice for families.
- Address
- 2001 Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 478-7366
These reviews are not about the daycare program but rather about the YMCA gym facility and its fitness classes and trainers. The reviews cannot be used to assess the quality of the Children's Corner daycare center.
- Address
- 501 West 11th Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 571-6970
- Address
- 1218 B Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 658-5404
Parents consistently praise the JCC of Wilmington's Early Childhood Center as part of a comprehensive community facility. Reviews highlight excellent staff who are caring and attentive, along with well-maintained facilities including pools, fitness centers, and diverse programming for children, adults, and seniors.
- Address
- 101 Garden Of Eden Road, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 478-5660
- Address
- 503 Duncan Road, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 764-8503
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Wilmington for its caring, educated staff and nurturing learning environment. The director Ashley and teachers are noted for their professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine investment in child development. Children reportedly enjoy school and benefit from educational activities, events, and daily communication with parents.
- Address
- 5305 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 235-5701
Parents praise JCC of Wilmington/KidsPlace as an excellent community center with outstanding facilities and staff. The Early Childhood Center receives high marks, along with fitness amenities, pools, and diverse programming for children, adults, and seniors. Reviewers consistently highlight the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong sense of community.
- Address
- 101 Garden Of Eden Road, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 478-5660
Parents praise Ezion Fair Community Academy for its warm, nurturing environment with a strong focus on child safety and well-being. The facility is noted for its small student-to-teacher ratio, caring staff, and welcoming community atmosphere where children are happy and engaged in learning.
- Address
- 1400 B Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 652-9114
- Address
- 30 West 31st Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 518-5398
Kingswood Community Center in Wilmington, Delaware receives consistently high ratings (5/5) from reviewers. Parents and community members praise the facility for its accommodating and friendly staff, community involvement, and welcoming atmosphere. The center is noted as a valuable resource for children and families in the neighborhood.
- Address
- 2300 Bowers Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 764-9022
Ministry of Caring Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring staff, strong leadership under Administrator Ms. Wendy, clean and safe environment, and meaningful academic and social-emotional learning. Children reportedly attend happily and show genuine enthusiasm for learning.
- Address
- 221 North Jackson Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 652-5523
The University of Delaware Early Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the educational quality and specific teachers like Jaime, Vilde, and Ms. Charlene. One parent reported a negative experience with phone reception during a waitlist inquiry call.
- Address
- 1218 B Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 654-1420
Christ Church Episcopal Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising its nurturing, faith-based environment, outdoor spaces, and caring teachers. However, one detailed negative review highlights concerns about administrative changes, placement decisions, and communication with new leadership.
- Address
- 505 East Buck Road, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 472-0021
- Address
- 1315 North Union Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 437-4376
SEEDS OF JESUS DAYCARE LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the bilingual education, caring staff, Christian environment, and strong child development outcomes. However, two parents reported negative experiences involving staff behavior, communication issues, and concerns about cultural inclusivity and professionalism.
- Address
- 12 Mary Ella Drive Apt# F, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 993-1234
Parents consistently praise the YMCA Walnut Street Children's Corner for its professional and caring staff, engaging activities, and safe environment. The center receives high marks for communication with parents through daily reports and photos, and for teaching children values and respect. Multiple reviewers highlight their children's happiness and enthusiasm about attending.
- Address
- 1000 North Walnut Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 571-6970
- Address
- 903 North Madison Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 594-9449
- Address
- 1411 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 477-9190
- Address
- 1021 West 3rd Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 691-3764
- Address
- 1021 West 3rd Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 691-3584
LA FIESTA is a center-based daycare in Wilmington, Delaware with consistently positive parent feedback. Parents praise the caring and friendly staff, clean facilities, involved management, and Spanish language instruction. The facility is described as trustworthy and responsive to parent concerns.
- Address
- 403 North Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 655-7338
Smalls Stepping Stone Daycare receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the owner Ms. Smalls and staff for their caring nature, cleanliness, and quality care over many years. However, a minority of parents report serious concerns including lack of daily communication, inadequate allergy documentation, poor facility cleanliness, insufficient snacks, and mishandling of a physical discipline allegation.
- Address
- 1408 Clifford Brown Walk, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 652-3011
This appears to be Delaware Technical Community College rather than a child development center. Reviews are from college alumni and students praising the institution's academic quality, faculty, campus facilities, and affordability. No actual daycare parent reviews are present.
- Address
- 300 North Orange Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
LA FIESTA II receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring and friendly staff, clean facilities, and strong management. Parents particularly appreciate the Spanish language instruction and community programs, with several noting their children have attended for multiple years.
- Address
- 402 North Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 655-7338
Parents consistently praise LACC Learning Center for its caring staff, clean facilities, and strong management. The center is highlighted for its Spanish language instruction, community programs, and responsive approach to parent concerns. Multiple long-term families express high satisfaction and trust in the care provided.
- Address
- 403 North Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 655-7338
Tiny Tots Childcare receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, warm family-like environment, and developmental support for children. However, one negative review raises concerns about the owner's professionalism and workplace conduct.
- Address
- 1014 West 24th Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 651-9060
Parents consistently praise Little Hearts Childcare for its clean, safe, and caring environment with excellent staff who treat children like family. The center is noted for strong educational support, developmental milestones (potty training, academics), wholesome nutrition, and reliable communication with families.
- Address
- 111 West 22nd Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 656-5393
Bright Beginnings Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents and guardians. Reviewers highlight the caring, welcoming staff, strong educational curriculum, and supportive approach to individual child development. Multiple families have remained enrolled for several years, citing the clean facility, engaging activities, and family-centered atmosphere.
- Address
- 111 North Cleveland Avenue, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 655-1346
- Address
- 2010 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 655-8962
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