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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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Playworld Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Playworld Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the patient and caring staff, strong safety protocols, and positive learning environment. However, one parent reported significant concerns about staff turnover, inconsistent teacher assignments, and alleged discriminatory treatment based on race.

Patient and understanding staffgood learning outcomesstrong safety protocols
Address
7200 Peppermill Lane, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 231-4900
Kids & Fun
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise KIDS & FUN (also referred to as Small Steps Preschool) for its strong curriculum, caring staff, and well-rounded educational approach that prepares children for kindergarten. Reviewers highlight excellent daily communication through the Brightwheel app, diverse learning activities, and a safe, clean facility. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no significant complaints.

Strong curriculumstaff genuinely caresacademic preparation for ki
Address
105 Buechel Terrace, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 491-5437
Chrysalis Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Chrysalis Community Center is a residential treatment program for women with substance use disorders that has received unanimous 5-star ratings. Reviewers consistently report life-changing outcomes including sustained recovery, regained custody of children, stable housing, and employment. The program provides comprehensive support including therapy, housing, job training, and resources for mothers seeking recovery.

Skilled and caring staffcomprehensive therapy serv
Address
1589 Hill Rise Drive, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 977-2524
Kidz Konnection
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kidz Konnection for its caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm about attending and demonstrate growth in speech and social development. The facility maintains strong communication with parents and prioritizes safety and security.

Caring and engaged staffstrong parent communicationchildren happy to attend
Address
1020 Industry Rd, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 255-0136
Smart Start Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Smart Start Child Care in Bowling Green receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of care, attentive staff (particularly Ms. Jade), and strong communication through daily updates. Parents consistently report their children thrive and enjoy attending. One negative review alleges abuse and neglect, contrasting sharply with the majority of feedback.

caring and attentive staffdaily learning reportsexcellent communication
Address
646 Lovers Lane, Bowling Green, KY
Phone
(270) 872-0861
Learning Adventure Child Development Center (The)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Learning Adventure Child Development Center for its warm, caring staff, clean facilities, and educational programming. Reviewers highlight improvements under new management and report that children are happy, confident, and well-prepared for kindergarten. Communication with families and individualized attention to each child are frequently mentioned strengths.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentclean and safe facil
Address
2501 Sandersville Road, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 231-0203
Lexington Baptist Temple Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Lexington Baptist Temple Day Care has received mixed reviews. Long-term families praise the caring teachers, individualized support for children with special needs, and academic instruction. However, serious concerns have been raised about multiple incidents of physical abuse by staff members in 2010 and 2017.

Caring and respectful teachersspecialized support for children with autism and developmental needsteaches academic fundamentals (letters
Address
1100 Armstrong Mill Road, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 273-4635
Allison'S Wonderland
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The reviews provided appear to be for a Kroger grocery store location, not Allison's Wonderland daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available for this facility.

None - reviews are unrelated to daycare services
Address
3101 Richmond Road, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 523-3750
Kidzworld 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

KidzWorld 2 receives highly polarized reviews, with five 5-star ratings praising caring staff, strong communication, educational development, and a welcoming environment, contrasted by two 1-star reviews citing poor child care, unprofessional staff, outdated facilities, and enrollment inconsistencies.

caring and loving staffexcellent communication with parentssafe and welcoming environment
Address
2549 Mt. Victor Lane, Bowling Green, KY
Phone
(270) 842-5500
Stepping Stones Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Stepping Stones Child Care Center is highly regarded by most parents for its caring, family-like environment led by the owner known as 'Nana.' Parents consistently praise the staff's attentiveness, safety measures, communication, and engaging activities. One review was negative without providing specific details.

caring and nurturing stafflong-term trust from multi-generational familiessafety protocols (locked entry system)
Address
52 Harrison Street, New Castle, KY
Phone
(502) 845-5255
Bizzy Bees Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
234 West 1st St., Morehead, KY
Phone
(606) 780-4226
Kids Kingdom
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
360 Highland Park Drive, Richmond, KY
Phone
(859) 626-7771
Fern Creek Baptist Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Fern Creek Baptist Child Development Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and quality of care. However, some parents have reported communication issues with management and concerns about inclusivity based on socioeconomic status.

Kind and family-like staffsafe environmentwelcoming atmosphere
Address
5920 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 239-8952
Cadence Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its exceptionally caring and attentive staff who provide daily updates, individualized attention, and genuine bonds with children. The facility is noted for its diverse atmosphere, structured curriculum, and focus on both academic and social-emotional development, with parents reporting significant improvements in children's learning and confidence.

Kind and patient staffdaily communication and photo updates via KidsReport appsmooth transition support
Address
8106 Old Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 365-4690
Leaps And Bounds Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Leaps and Bounds receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff's attentiveness, child development support, and positive environment. However, two recent one-star reviews raise serious concerns about inadequate supervision, hygiene practices, and safety protocols.

Friendly and engaging environmenthands-on and involved staffearly academic instruction
Address
4610 South Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 491-5181
Fresh Anointing Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Fresh Anointing Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the loving staff, organization, and school readiness programs. However, one parent reported serious concerns about child mistreatment, including physical abuse by staff members that allegedly went unpunished.

Loving and caring staffexcellent facilitystrong organization
Address
1563 Clara Avenue, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 367-6013
Love My Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for an African shopping mall and marketplace in Louisville that includes restaurants, tailoring services, and retail shops. The reviews praise the friendly atmosphere, authentic African experience, and quality of food and services offered.

Friendly and helpful shop ownersauthentic African cultural experienceexcellent food quality
Address
737 S 8th St, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 919-8680
Mary Anita Nursery & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2301 Lower Hunters Trace, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 447-1276
Gingerbread Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Gingerbread Learning Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the teachers, learning environment, and cleanliness. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about the owner's professionalism, treatment of children and staff, and alleged physical discipline practices.

Friendly and caring teachersclean facilitygood learning outcomes
Address
3809 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 459-5971
Solid Rock - Wee Rock Daycare
Church Daycare
4.2

Wee Rock Daycare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the loving, family-like environment and strong developmental progress of their children. However, one parent reported concerns about facility cleanliness, unprofessional staff behavior, and inadequate supervision.

Kind and engaged teachersfrequent daily updatesstrong social/physical/mental development
Address
6800 Beulah Church Road, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 239-3434
Small Steps Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Small Steps Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents for its structured curriculum, engaging activities, and caring staff. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, excited to attend daily, and experience significant developmental growth. The center is noted for safety measures, cleanliness, and strong communication with families through the Brightwheel app.

Strong curriculum and kindergarten preparationengaging hands-on activities (craftsmusic
Address
7406 Fegenbush Lane, Louisville, KY
Phone
(502) 231-0024
Precious Sight Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
7611 Dixie Highway, Florence, KY
Phone
(859) 869-1042
Discover Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Discover Zone receives overwhelmingly positive reviews with parents praising the attentive and caring staff, welcoming environment, and quality care across age groups. Most parents report their children are happy, safe, and well-cared for, with several families having multi-year or generational enrollment. One parent expressed concerns about biting incidents in the toddler room and limited operating hours.

Attentive and caring staffwelcoming environmentlong-term staff retention
Address
300 Main Street, Florence, KY
Phone
(859) 647-5000
Watch Me Grow Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
219 Reynolds Road, Glasgow, KY
Phone
(270) 261-5465
Hopkinsville Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
686 North Drive-Brickyard Plaza, Hopkinsville, KY
Phone
(270) 885-5559
A Treasure Chest
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

A Treasure Chest receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents who praise the caring staff, educational programs, and developmental support. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about child treatment, nutrition, facility management, and lack of communication.

Loving and caring staffacademic and life skills instructionoutdoor play and farm animals
Address
2872 Valley Creek Road, Elizabethtown, KY
Phone
(270) 300-8229
Taylor Tots Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Taylor Tots Children's Center in Rineyville, Kentucky receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the staff's care, cleanliness, educational activities, and ability to accommodate special needs. Families report feeling comfortable and confident leaving their children in the center's care.

Clean facilitywelcoming and friendly staffcaring and loving environment
Address
4550 Rineyville-Big Springs Road, Rineyville, KY
Phone
(270) 360-8687
Milk And Honey Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2700 Old Todds Road, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 269-5498
Kids Unlimited Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kids Unlimited Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational approach, and child development. However, one parent reported a negative experience with a specific teacher, citing behavioral changes in their child and an allegation of physical discipline.

caring and attentive staffeducational focus and child growthchildren enjoy attending
Address
1527 North Limestone, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 231-9262
Kidz Konnection II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kidz Konnection II for its caring and attentive staff, positive environment, and strong communication with families. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress, with parents expressing confidence in their child's safety and well-being. The daycare is noted for its long-standing reputation and professional approach to policies and procedures.

Caring and engaged staffstrong parent communicationchild safety and security prioritized
Address
1020 Industry Road, Lexington, KY
Phone
(859) 255-0136

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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.