
Compare 22 daycare centers in Shelbyville. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Shelbyville has 22 licensed daycares with 69 parent reviews averaging 4.15/5.The largest concentration is in 40065 with 22 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
1516 Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Shelbyville First Baptist Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 average rating across recent reviews. Parents praise the welcoming church community, biblical-centered teachings, and caring staff. The facility is noted for its clean environment, friendly atmosphere, and community involvement.
821 College Street, Shelbyville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise Northside Early Learning Academy for its caring, supportive staff who make children feel special and help them develop academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' patience, dedication, and genuine concern for each child's well-being, with several noting significant developmental progress in their children.
116 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
The Discovery Gym receives mixed reviews. Supporters praise small class sizes, individual attention, engaged teachers, low homework, and no standardized testing. However, some parents report the school removes children for age-appropriate behavioral issues and failed to address bullying.
1940 Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 232 children
Child Town receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents regarding staff quality, child care, and communication. Parents praise the caring and hardworking teachers, effective use of technology for parent-teacher communication, and children's academic progress. One negative review concerns employment practices and staff termination procedures.
520 Mt. Eden Road, Shelbyville, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Shelbyville Community Day Care has highly polarized reviews. While one parent praises the center's values and strongly recommends it, multiple parents report serious concerns including children being dismissed for normal developmental behaviors like climbing, staff appearing disengaged, inconsistent hours, and alleged inappropriate staff behavior toward children.
Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Shelbyville
Average ratings by facility type in Shelbyville, based on parent reviews
Shelbyville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40065 | 22 | 4.15 | 4 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Shelbyville (12–232 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
11
Large
76–150 children
7
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Shelbyville based on parent reviews
1516 Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY
Shelbyville First Baptist Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 average rating across recent reviews. Parents praise the welcoming church community, biblical-centered teachings, and caring staff. The facility is noted for its clean environment, friendly atmosphere, and community involvement.
821 College Street, Shelbyville, KY
Parents consistently praise Northside Early Learning Academy for its caring, supportive staff who make children feel special and help them develop academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' patience, dedication, and genuine concern for each child's well-being, with several noting significant developmental progress in their children.
250 Haven Hill Road, Shelbyville, KY
Parents highlight exceptional communication through a dedicated app and daily updates, noting that staff treat families like family and provide a safe, nurturing environment. Reviewers appreciate the strong educational outcomes and inclusive atmosphere, with one family noting they would choose this center over private nanny care despite location changes.
116 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY
The Discovery Gym receives mixed reviews. Supporters praise small class sizes, individual attention, engaged teachers, low homework, and no standardized testing. However, some parents report the school removes children for age-appropriate behavioral issues and failed to address bullying.
54 Old Seven Mile Pike, Shelbyville, KY
One parent describes a five-year tenure with high satisfaction, highlighting strong teacher-child bonds and staff attentiveness, while another reports a negative experience involving staff negligence and distraction. A separate review cites incompetent care, noting workers prioritizing phones over crying infants.
719 Burks Branch Road, Shelbyville, KY
There are 22 daycare centers in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 69 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Shelbyville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents consistently praise Northside Early Learning Academy for its caring, supportive staff who make children feel special and help them develop academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' patience, dedication, and genuine concern for each child's well-being, with several noting significant developmental progress in their children.
Parents highlight exceptional communication through a dedicated app and daily updates, noting that staff treat families like family and provide a safe, nurturing environment. Reviewers appreciate the strong educational outcomes and inclusive atmosphere, with one family noting they would choose this center over private nanny care despite location changes.
Shelbyville First Baptist Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 average rating across recent reviews. Parents praise the welcoming church community, biblical-centered teachings, and caring staff. The facility is noted for its clean environment, friendly atmosphere, and community involvement.
The Discovery Gym receives mixed reviews. Supporters praise small class sizes, individual attention, engaged teachers, low homework, and no standardized testing. However, some parents report the school removes children for age-appropriate behavioral issues and failed to address bullying.
One parent describes a five-year tenure with high satisfaction, highlighting strong teacher-child bonds and staff attentiveness, while another reports a negative experience involving staff negligence and distraction. A separate review cites incompetent care, noting workers prioritizing phones over crying infants.
Child Town receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents regarding staff quality, child care, and communication. Parents praise the caring and hardworking teachers, effective use of technology for parent-teacher communication, and children's academic progress. One negative review concerns employment practices and staff termination procedures.
A few parents highlight exceptional care, noting their children have thrived in a loving environment over several years. Specific staff members, including director Tammy, are praised for their dedication and quality. No negative feedback has been reported in the available reviews.
Shelbyville Community Day Care has highly polarized reviews. While one parent praises the center's values and strongly recommends it, multiple parents report serious concerns including children being dismissed for normal developmental behaviors like climbing, staff appearing disengaged, inconsistent hours, and alleged inappropriate staff behavior toward children.
Associates in Pediatric Therapy is a therapy center (not a traditional daycare) that provides occupational, speech, and ABA therapy services across multiple Kentucky locations. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the quality of care, therapist expertise, and positive outcomes for children. Parents consistently highlight strong therapeutic relationships and noticeable progress in their children's development.
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