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Best Daycare Centers in Barbourville, KY

Compare 10 daycare centers in Barbourville. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Barbourville, Kentucky at a glance

Daycares
10
Avg rating
4.22/5
Parent reviews
14
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Barbourville offers 10 licensed daycares, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.22/5.The largest concentration is in 40906 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Barbourville

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
    Totally Kids Learning Center
    3.73 score
    3.6(10)

    902 North Main St., Barbourville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

    Totally Kids Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff, curriculum, and cleanliness. The majority of parents report their children thrive in the small classroom settings with supportive educators. However, two recent one-star reviews cite unprofessional interactions and concerns about staff behavior toward children and parents.

    Supportive and caring staffhigh-quality curriculumsmall class sizesclean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Barbourville

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.53avg rating
7 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Barbourville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4090610
4.22
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Barbourville (12–85 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Barbourville based on parent reviews

Kids Being Kids INC.

4.5(4)

202 25 East, Barbourville, KY

Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere and the staff's dedication to making children feel loved and excited about attending. Reviewers appreciate the positive learning environment and the politeness of the workers, with some noting multi-generational loyalty to the center.

welcoming and loving atmospherestaff are nice and politeengaging activities like learning and playing

Henson Hollow Child Development Center

3

188 Henson Hollow Road, Barbourville, KY

Jack-N-Jill Daycare

5

401 Cumberland Avenue, Barbourville, KY

Rosenwald Child Development Center

5

Whitesburg Hollow - Boone Heights, Barbourville, KY

Totally Kids Learning Center

3.6(10)

902 North Main St., Barbourville, KY

Totally Kids Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff, curriculum, and cleanliness. The majority of parents report their children thrive in the small classroom settings with supportive educators. However, two recent one-star reviews cite unprofessional interactions and concerns about staff behavior toward children and parents.

Supportive and caring staffhigh-quality curriculumsmall class sizes

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Daycare types in Barbourville

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 3

Daycare Centers in Barbourville, Kentucky

There are 10 daycare centers in Barbourville, Kentucky. 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 Barbourville have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.53 stars. Our analysis covers 14 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Barbourville, 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 Barbourville

Showing 10 results

Jack-N-Jill Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 Cumberland Avenue, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-5422
Rosenwald Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
Whitesburg Hollow - Boone Heights, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-6783
Kids Being Kids INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere and the staff's dedication to making children feel loved and excited about attending. Reviewers appreciate the positive learning environment and the politeness of the workers, with some noting multi-generational loyalty to the center.

welcoming and loving atmospherestaff are nice and politeengaging activities like learning and playing
Address
202 25 East, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-0055
Totally Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Totally Kids Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff, curriculum, and cleanliness. The majority of parents report their children thrive in the small classroom settings with supportive educators. However, two recent one-star reviews cite unprofessional interactions and concerns about staff behavior toward children and parents.

Supportive and caring staffhigh-quality curriculumsmall class sizes
Address
902 North Main St., Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 622-3898
Henson Hollow Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
3
Address
188 Henson Hollow Road, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-5045
Dovie Thompson Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
Address
207 2nd Street, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-0301
Kids First Learning Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
103 Winchester Street, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-8033
Heavenly Rainbow Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
808 North Main Street, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 622-0451
Kceoc St. Gregory Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
329 Sycamore Street, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-5494
Tarry-Here Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2047 Ky 459, Barbourville, KY
Phone
(606) 546-5823

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10 all daycares in Barbourville, Kentucky. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Barbourville have an average Google rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Barbourville, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Kentucky's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kentucky)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Barbourville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Kentucky 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 Barbourville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Barbourville must be licensed by Kentucky'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.