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Best Daycare Centers in Independence, KY

Compare 16 daycare centers in Independence. Average rating: 4.13/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Independence, Kentucky at a glance

Daycares
16
Avg rating
4.13/5
Parent reviews
55
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Independence has 16 licensed daycares with 55 parent reviews averaging 4.13/5.The largest concentration is in 41051 with 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Independence

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
    Rainbow Child Care Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    5049 Madison Pike, Independence, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children

    Rainbow Child Care Center in Independence receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular recognition for its educational programs, caring staff, and leadership under Director Meghan. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academics and social skills, and appreciate the responsive communication and daily updates provided through the KinderCare app.

    Excellent educational outcomes and academic focuscaring and engaged teachersresponsive leadership and administrationdaily app updates with photos
  2. 2
    Independence Learning Center
    3.15 score
    2.3(5)

    155 Court House Crossing, Independence, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children

    Independence Learning Center has received mostly negative reviews citing serious safety and management concerns. While one parent praised the facility for resolving biting issues and assisting with potty training, multiple parents reported severe incidents including a scalding burn, inadequate staff training, unprofessional handling of behavioral issues, rough physical treatment of children, and security/contract violations.

    Resolved biting problems from previous facilityassisted with potty trainingreasonable costs compared to alternatives

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Independence

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
11 daycares · 7 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Independence zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4105116
4.13
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Independence (12–162 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Independence based on parent reviews

Rainbow Child Care Center

4.7(20)

5049 Madison Pike, Independence, KY

Rainbow Child Care Center in Independence receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular recognition for its educational programs, caring staff, and leadership under Director Meghan. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academics and social skills, and appreciate the responsive communication and daily updates provided through the KinderCare app.

Excellent educational outcomes and academic focuscaring and engaged teachersresponsive leadership and administration

Kingdom'S Kids

5(2)

1709 Shaw Pike, Independence, KY

Hickory Grove Baptist Daycare

5(1)

11969 Taylor Mill Road, Independence, KY

Wee Bee Tots Child Care

4.3(2)

4703 Madison Pike, Independence, KY

Littlest Angels Learning Center

4(2)

146 Mccullum Pike, Independence, KY

Kenton Child Development Center

4

11096 Madison Pike, Independence, KY

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Daycare types in Independence

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 2

Daycare Centers in Independence, Kentucky

There are 16 daycare centers in Independence, 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 Independence have an average rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 55 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Independence, 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 Independence

Showing 16 results

Hickory Grove Baptist Daycare
Church Daycare
5
Address
11969 Taylor Mill Road, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 363-4512
Kingdom'S Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1709 Shaw Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 322-1753
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Rainbow Child Care Center in Independence receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular recognition for its educational programs, caring staff, and leadership under Director Meghan. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academics and social skills, and appreciate the responsive communication and daily updates provided through the KinderCare app.

Excellent educational outcomes and academic focuscaring and engaged teachersresponsive leadership and administration
Address
5049 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 363-1100
Wee Bee Tots Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
4703 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 356-7993
Kenton Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
11096 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 431-2075
Littlest Angels Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
146 Mccullum Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 363-1313
Taylor Mill Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes an amazing staff, fantastic ownership, and a super clean environment where children feel loved, while another review highlights great staff but reports that the owner refused enrollment for a child with a rare food allergy (FPIES) despite the parent offering to supply all food. The few reviews so far mention highly positive interactions with teachers and the center's cleanliness, contrasted with a serious concern regarding safety protocols for children with severe dietary restrictions.

Amazing stafffantastic ownersuper clean center
Address
6455 Taylor Mill Rd., Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 356-0217
Independence Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

Independence Learning Center has received mostly negative reviews citing serious safety and management concerns. While one parent praised the facility for resolving biting issues and assisting with potty training, multiple parents reported severe incidents including a scalding burn, inadequate staff training, unprofessional handling of behavioral issues, rough physical treatment of children, and security/contract violations.

Resolved biting problems from previous facilityassisted with potty trainingreasonable costs compared to alternatives
Address
155 Court House Crossing, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 356-1323
Children INC. Early Learning Center At Summit View Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5006 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 431-2075
Saint Cecilia Day Care & After Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5313 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 363-4314
Community Christian Day Care Center
Church Daycare
Address
11875 Taylor Mill Road, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 363-4578
Kinder Care Learning Center #512
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #512 in Independence for excellent staff engagement, strong academic and developmental progress, and responsive leadership. Director Meghan and the teaching team are frequently highlighted for their caring approach and individualized attention to children. Families express high satisfaction with communication tools like the KinderCare app and report feeling their children are safe and thriving.

Caring and engaged
Address
4225 Richardson Road, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 525-8662
Alphabest @ Beechgrove Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1029 Bristow Rd, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 940-1962
St. Cecilia Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
5313 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 363-4314
Summit View Academy Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5006 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 431-2075
Jodie'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
786 Ackerly Drive, Independence, KY
Phone
(859) 282-0122

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Frequently asked questions

There are 16 all daycares in Independence, Kentucky. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Independence have an average Google rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 38% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Independence, 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
Independence offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Independence for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Independence 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.