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Best Daycare Centers in Murray, KY

Compare 18 daycare centers in Murray. Average rating: 3.84/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Murray, Kentucky at a glance

Daycares
18
Avg rating
3.84/5
Parent reviews
62
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Murray has 18 licensed daycares with 62 parent reviews averaging 3.84/5.The largest concentration is in 42071 with 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Murray

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
    First Baptist Church Mother'S Day Out & Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    203 South Fourth Street, Murray, KY · Church Daycare · Capacity: 73 children

    First Baptist Church Mother's Day Out & Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong biblical teaching, and compassionate staff. Parents appreciate the spiritual environment and opportunities for worship across all ages.

    Welcoming and friendly staffstrong biblical teachingcompassionate caregiversspiritual atmosphere
  2. 2
    Milestones Learning Center
    3.84 score
    3.7(6)

    310 Cc Lowry Dr., Murray, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    Milestones Learning Center receives mixed reviews with an average rating of 3.5/5. Positive reviews praise the educational focus, responsive staff, clean facility, and communication app, while negative reviews cite rigidity, poor communication, privacy concerns, and hygiene issues.

    Educational-centered learning programsresponsive and attentive staffclean and well-organized facilitycommunication app for daily updates
  3. 3
    Christian Childcare Center
    3.66 score
    3.5(11)

    810 Whitnell Avenue, Murray, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Christian Childcare Center in Murray, Kentucky has mixed reviews with significant polarization. Most reviews (7/10) are highly positive, praising the caring staff, attentive director, educational focus, and children's enthusiasm. However, three negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate care practices, poor handling of children with special needs, and unprofessional director behavior.

    Caring and loving staffattentive directorchildren eager to attendeducational approach beyond basic childcare
  4. 4
    Lily Pad Learning Center
    3.65 score
    3.5(12)

    701 South 4th Street, Murray, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Lily Pad Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise caring staff, educational quality, spacious facilities, and security features. Negative reviews cite poor handling of children with special needs, unprofessional management, staff rudeness, enrollment issues, and concerns about retaliation and CPS involvement.

    Caring and nurturing staffquality education and learning environmentspacious play areascomprehensive secur

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Murray

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
8
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.84avg rating
13 daycares · 9 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.7avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Murray zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4207117
3.87
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Murray (16–225 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Murray based on parent reviews

First Baptist Church Mother'S Day Out & Preschool

4.8(20)

203 South Fourth Street, Murray, KY

First Baptist Church Mother's Day Out & Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong biblical teaching, and compassionate staff. Parents appreciate the spiritual environment and opportunities for worship across all ages.

Welcoming and friendly staffstrong biblical teachingcompassionate caregivers

Busy Bee'S Child Care

5(2)

350 Utterback Road, Murray, KY

Kingdom Kids Learning Center

5(1)

207 Robertson Road South, Murray, KY

Shining Stars Daycare

4.2(2)

309 Chestnut Street, Murray, KY

Little Laker Harbour

3.7(2)

2106 A College Farm Road, Murray, KY

Creative Beginnings Early Learning School

3.7(2)

905 Poplar St, Murray, KY

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Daycare types in Murray

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

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🎒 After School Programs 3

Daycare Centers in Murray, Kentucky

There are 18 daycare centers in Murray, 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 Murray have an average rating of 3.84 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 62 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Murray, 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 Murray

Showing 18 results

Busy Bee'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
350 Utterback Road, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 293-9900
Kingdom Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
207 Robertson Road South, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-8698
First Baptist Church Mother'S Day Out & Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

First Baptist Church Mother's Day Out & Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong biblical teaching, and compassionate staff. Parents appreciate the spiritual environment and opportunities for worship across all ages.

Welcoming and friendly staffstrong biblical teachingcompassionate caregivers
Address
203 South Fourth Street, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-3711
Shining Stars Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
309 Chestnut Street, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 759-0010
Little Laker Harbour
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
2106 A College Farm Road, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-5843
Creative Beginnings Early Learning School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
905 Poplar St, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-2077
Milestones Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Milestones Learning Center receives mixed reviews with an average rating of 3.5/5. Positive reviews praise the educational focus, responsive staff, clean facility, and communication app, while negative reviews cite rigidity, poor communication, privacy concerns, and hygiene issues.

Educational-centered learning programsresponsive and attentive staffclean and well-organized facility
Address
310 Cc Lowry Dr., Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 917-5000
Christian Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Christian Childcare Center in Murray, Kentucky has mixed reviews with significant polarization. Most reviews (7/10) are highly positive, praising the caring staff, attentive director, educational focus, and children's enthusiasm. However, three negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate care practices, poor handling of children with special needs, and unprofessional director behavior.

Caring and loving staffattentive directorchildren eager to attend
Address
810 Whitnell Avenue, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 767-1177
Lily Pad Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Lily Pad Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise caring staff, educational quality, spacious facilities, and security features. Negative reviews cite poor handling of children with special needs, unprofessional management, staff rudeness, enrollment issues, and concerns about retaliation and CPS involvement.

Caring and nurturing staffquality education and learning environmentspacious play areas
Address
701 South 4th Street, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 761-5459
Murray Early Head Start-Murray State University
Headstart Programs
3

One parent highlights that their daughter enjoys her teacher and values positive communication with staff. Conversely, another parent reports a serious safety concern involving a bus driver who performed an illegal U-turn, raising questions about driver oversight.

Teacher appreciationpositive staff communication
Address
110 Alexander Hall, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 809-3262
Room To Grow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
109 South 13th Street, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-6578
Apple Tree School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1503 Stadium View Drive, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-9356
Laker After School Educational Resource-North Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2928 Brinn Road, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 762-7410
Laker After School Educational Resource-Southwest
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3426 Wiswell Road West, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 762-7345
Mms Kid'S Company
Before or After School Daycare
Address
801 Main Street, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-5125
Kidz Korner Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4185 Wiswell Road, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 753-3289
Laker After School Educational Resource-East
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1169 Pottertown Road, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 762-7345
Kids' Company
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
111 Broach Avenue, Murray, KY
Phone
(270) 759-9526

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Frequently asked questions

There are 18 all daycares in Murray, Kentucky. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Murray have an average Google rating of 3.84 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Murray, 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
Murray offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Murray for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Murray 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.