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1,890 Daycare Centers in Kentucky

Browse 1,890 daycare centers across Kentucky. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Kentucky

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Kentucky can make the decision-making process smoother.

Kentucky has about 1,890 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Kentucky. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Kentucky

There are 1,890 daycares in Kentucky: 226 headstart facilities, 269 before/after school centers, 185 religious facility daycares, and 1,210 childcare and preschool centers.

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Clarks River Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
10926 State Route 131, Symsonia, KY
Phone
(270) 851-3787
We Love Angels Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
420 Webb Drive, Bowling Green, KY
Phone
(270) 781-5051
Holy Spirit Parkside Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided are for Holy Spirit Catholic Church, not the daycare center. Reviews praise the church building's beauty and architecture, welcoming community atmosphere, and spiritual leadership. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers various parish activities and community outreach programs.

Beautiful and inspiring architecturewheelchair accessiblefriendly and welcoming parishioners
Address
4754 Small House Road, Bowling Green, KY
Phone
(270) 904-4095
Bright Beginnings Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
923 E. 10th Street, Bowling Green, KY
Phone
(270) 393-0065
Christ The King Learning & Growth Center
Church Daycare
4.8

Christ the King Learning & Growth Center is a religious facility in Madisonville with excellent community feedback. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and the kindness of the congregation. The facility is noted for its engaged community, approachable leadership, and active community involvement.

welcoming environmentfamily-friendlygenerous and empathic community
Address
1580 Kingsway Drive, Madisonville, KY
Phone
(270) 821-3954
Georgetown Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Georgetown Child Development Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the exceptional staff, safe environment, and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight long-term staff retention, loving care, and excellent communication through daily updates and classroom cameras. Multiple families report their children thriving developmentally and feeling confident in their child's preparation for kindergarten.

Experienced and stable staff with low turnoverloving and compassionate careclean facility
Address
123 West Clinton Street, Georgetown, KY
Phone
(502) 863-1970
First Baptist Church Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.8

First Baptist Church Learning Center in Richmond, Kentucky receives consistently positive feedback from members. Parents praise the welcoming community atmosphere, religious mission, and various programs including VBS and kids camp. The facility is described as family-friendly with caring staff who make visitors feel welcomed.

welcoming and family-friendly atmospherecaring staff who remember familiesreligious instruction and values
Address
425 Eastern Bypass, Richmond, KY
Phone
(859) 623-4028
Southern Madison Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Southern Madison Childcare Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and welcoming staff, quality activities, and personalized attention to children. The new leadership is credited with significantly improving the center.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentengaging activities and field trips
Address
408 Mini Mall Drive, Berea, KY
Phone
(859) 985-1027
Shively Baptist Church Child'S Day Out
Church Daycare
4.8

Parents praise Shively Baptist Church's daycare and preschool program for exceptional care and dedicated teachers. The facility is described as welcoming, loving, and family-oriented with activities for all ages. The church community is noted as inclusive and supportive.

Caring and dedicated teacherschildren love attendingwelcoming atmosphere
Address
1599 Sadie Lane, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 361-8256
First Kids Early Childhood & School Age Care
Church Daycare
4.8

First Kids Early Childhood & School Age Care in Louisville receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight the facility's cleanliness, well-maintained grounds, engaging curriculum, and strong teacher-child relationships that extend beyond care into children's personal lives.

Caring and experienced staffsmall class sizesclean facilities
Address
7700 U.S. Highway 42, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 228-9455
Ft. Mitchell Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Ft. Mitchell Child Development Center for its caring, patient staff and strong developmental programs. The facility is noted for its bright, spacious rooms and playgrounds, nutritious meals, and balanced faith-based approach. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show good academic and emotional growth.

Patient and caring staffhealthy meals and snacksgood curriculum
Address
45 Orphanage Road, Ft. Mitchell, KY
Phone
(859) 341-6770
Kid'S Academy Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

The reviews provided are for First Church, a religious facility in Burlington, Kentucky, not for Kid's Academy Christian Preschool as a daycare center. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, community programs, and spiritual environment, but do not evaluate preschool or childcare services.

Welcoming and friendly communityquality worship services and music programsdiverse programs and activities (grief support
Address
6080 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington, KY
Phone
(859) 586-5437
Mt Zion Preschool Center INC
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Mt Zion Preschool Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from reviewers who praise the facility as a welcoming, Christian-based environment. Parents highlight the caring staff, strong faith community, and positive atmosphere for children.

welcoming staffChristian valuescaring environment
Address
9701 Blandville Rd, West Paducah, KY
Phone
(270) 217-2796
University Heights Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1300 Academy Drive, Hopkinsville, KY
Phone
(270) 886-0254
Crestwood Child Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Crestwood Child Care and Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, nurturing staff, developmental activities, and strong communication. Parents consistently highlight their children's growth, the facility's cleanliness, safety measures, and special events, with many describing it as a family-oriented 'hidden gem' that exceeds other daycares in the area.

Warm and caring staff with low turnoverchild development focusreal-time app updates with photos
Address
7018 Hughes Avenue, Crestwood, KY
Phone
(502) 241-5071
First Christian Church Enrichment Center
Church Daycare
4.8

First Christian Church Enrichment Center in Elizabethtown receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming community, quality worship services, and strong children's programs. Families report feeling a genuine sense of belonging and appreciate the church's emphasis on faith, service, and community connection.

welcoming and kind staffexcellent children's programs (Kidtown)engaging worship services
Address
1811 North Miles St, Elizabethtown, KY
Phone
(270) 765-4247
Model City Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Model City Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff and quality educational preparation. Parents highlight their children's academic development, social growth, and school readiness. Multiple families across generations have used and recommended the facility.

caring and nice staffschool preparation and academic skills developmentsocial development
Address
152 Bank Street, Pikeville, KY
Phone
(606) 432-5427
Amos House Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Amos House Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, professionalism, caring staff, and safe environment as key strengths. Multiple reviewers describe it as a welcoming 'home away from home' where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and loving staffsafe environment with controlled access
Address
100 Vineland Center Drive, Vine Grove, KY
Phone
(270) 877-6161
Ymca - St. Leonard Afterschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

St. Leonard Afterschool Program is a closed school-based facility in Louisville that held significant meaning for families over decades. Reviews reflect nostalgia and appreciation for the school and community, though most comments appear to reference its operation as a school and church rather than the afterschool program specifically.

Strong sense of communityfriendly staffeasy access and parking
Address
440 Zorn Avenue, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 637-1575
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff who help children transition smoothly into daycare. The facility is highlighted for its safety, cleanliness, organization, and excellent communication through a parent app with daily photos and updates. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning activities, and forming strong bonds with familiar teachers.

Caring and experienced staffconsistent teacher assignmentsdaily photos and videos
Address
1515 Sleepy Hollow Road, Ft. Wright, KY
Phone
(859) 261-5437
The Growing Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
6367 Taylor Mill Road, Covington, KY
Phone
(859) 359-3318
Heavenly Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Heavenly Day Care Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff, particularly Mailinda and Sy. Parents consistently highlight the clean facility, daily photo updates, developmental activities, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report feeling confident leaving their kids in this provider's care.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitydaily photo/video updates
Address
401 East 20th Street, Covington, KY
Phone
(859) 491-5683
Boyd County Little Friends
Before or After School Daycare
4.7
Address
12300 Midland Trail Road, Ashland, KY
Phone
(606) 928-7118
The Children'S House Of Hebron
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HEBRON (also referred to as Bright Paths) for its caring, attentive staff, Montessori-based curriculum, and strong communication with families through daily photos and app updates. The facility is described as clean, secure, and providing hands-on, educational learning experiences across all age groups from infants through pre-K.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsMontessori-based curriculum
Address
2151 North Bend Road, Hebron, KY
Phone
(859) 586-4085
R. C. Durr Ymca Y-Kids Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

RC Durr YMCA Y-Kids Child Care in Burlington, Kentucky receives consistently high praise from users. Reviews highlight the clean facility, friendly and knowledgeable staff, quality fitness classes, and well-maintained outdoor pool that operates daily through Labor Day. The center is noted for its affordability and welcoming community atmosphere.

Clean facilityfriendly and welcoming staffknowledgeable instructors
Address
5874 Veterans Way, Burlington, KY
Phone
(859) 534-5700
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff and strong leadership under Director Rachel and Assistant Director Brevan. Children show excitement about attending, thrive developmentally, and build meaningful friendships. The facility offers structured curriculum, clean environments, and excellent communication with parents through apps and regular updates.

Caring and attentive staffstrong leadershipclean facilities
Address
2092 Medical Arts Drive, Hebron, KY
Phone
(859) 586-1904
First Baptist Church Mt. Washington-Mother'S Day Out
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents praise First Baptist Church MT. Washington's Mother's Day Out program for its welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and friendly staff. The facility is well-maintained with engaging activities for children and strong community involvement. Reviews highlight the church's inclusive environment and genuine care for both members and families.

Welcoming and friendly staffengaging activities for childrenwell-maintained facility
Address
320 North Bardstown Road, Mt. Washington, KY
Phone
(502) 538-3633
Immanuel Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Immanuel Preschool is a religious facility in Paducah, Kentucky with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the welcoming church community, faith-based education emphasizing Bible study and music, and caring staff. Parents consistently praise the inclusive atmosphere and quality of school programs.

Welcoming and kind communityfaith-based curriculum with Bible study and musiccaring and loving staff
Address
3465 Buckner Lane, Paducah, KY
Phone
(270) 443-5306
Shepherd'S Little Lambs Day Care
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents consistently praise Shepherd's Little Lambs for exceptional staff care, professionalism, and creating a nurturing environment where children thrive. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting staff reliability, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Parents report high satisfaction and trust in the facility's ability to meet individual child needs.

Caring and professional staffsafe and nurturing environmentsensory and outdoor activities
Address
212 Sanderson Drive, Hopkinsville, KY
Phone
(270) 885-2707
Stanton Christian Church Training His Treasures
Church Daycare
4.7

Stanton Christian Church Training His Treasures receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming community, strong youth programs, and quality preaching. One negative review involves a dispute over individuals seeking shelter at the facility. The facility is described as well-structured with friendly, kind staff and pastor.

friendly and kind peoplewelcoming communitystrong youth programs
Address
100 West Church St., Stanton, KY
Phone
(606) 663-2458

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,890 all daycares across Kentucky. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Kentucky are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Kentucky's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Kentucky, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Kentucky sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Kentucky vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.