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Best Daycare Centers in Gretna, LA

Compare 5 daycare centers in Gretna. Average rating: 3.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gretna, Louisiana at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
3.83/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Gretna has 5 licensed daycares with 23 parent reviews averaging 3.83/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gretna

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
    Terry Parkway Learning Center
    3.65 score
    3.5(12)

    559 Terry Parkway, Gretna, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 151 children

    Terry Parkway Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents highlighting excellent communication, attentive staff, affordability, and convenient hours, but serious concerns from other parents regarding cleanliness, hygiene, supervision, and classroom management. The facility appears to perform well for some families while others report significant health and safety issues.

    Open communication with parentscaring and attentive staffaffordable pricingflexible payment options
  2. 2
    Precious Angels Math And Reading Academy
    3.5 score
    3(5)

    126 Terry Parkway, Gretna, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 149 children

    Precious Angels Math and Reading Academy receives mixed reviews. Two parents praised the patient staff and good quality, while three parents raised serious concerns about inadequate teacher-to-child ratios, lack of educational instruction, uncertified staff, and poor facility conditions.

    Patient staffgood quality care mentioned by some parentslong-term experienced teacher (Ms. Delores)

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Gretna

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gretna (39–151 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gretna based on parent reviews

Kennedy'S Child Care Academy II

4.8(2)

715 Franklin Street, Gretna, LA

One parent highlights the center's family setting and notes their son enjoyed attending daily, while another praises the staff for being amazing and professional.

family settingenthusiastic attendanceamazing teachers

Mary'S Child Care And Pre-School

4(4)

2100 Carol Sue Avenue, Gretna, LA

Feedback for Mary's Child Care and Pre-School is mixed, with one parent expressing strong satisfaction and others noting positive staff interactions alongside a single severe complaint. While some families report their children were well cared for and loved attending, another parent described the experience as terrible.

loved by kidswell taken care ofgreat staff

Terry Parkway Learning Center

3.5(12)

559 Terry Parkway, Gretna, LA

Terry Parkway Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents highlighting excellent communication, attentive staff, affordability, and convenient hours, but serious concerns from other parents regarding cleanliness, hygiene, supervision, and classroom management. The facility appears to perform well for some families while others report significant health and safety issues.

Open communication with parentscaring and attentive staffaffordable pricing

Precious Angels Math And Reading Academy

3(5)

126 Terry Parkway, Gretna, LA

Precious Angels Math and Reading Academy receives mixed reviews. Two parents praised the patient staff and good quality, while three parents raised serious concerns about inadequate teacher-to-child ratios, lack of educational instruction, uncertified staff, and poor facility conditions.

Patient staffgood quality care mentioned by some parentslong-term experienced teacher (Ms. Delores)

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Daycare Centers in Gretna, Louisiana

There are 5 daycare centers in Gretna, Louisiana. 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 Gretna have an average rating of 3.83 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.83 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gretna, 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 Gretna

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Kennedy'S Child Care Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent highlights the center's family setting and notes their son enjoyed attending daily, while another praises the staff for being amazing and professional.

family settingenthusiastic attendanceamazing teachers
Address
715 Franklin Street, Gretna, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Mary'S Child Care And Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Feedback for Mary's Child Care and Pre-School is mixed, with one parent expressing strong satisfaction and others noting positive staff interactions alongside a single severe complaint. While some families report their children were well cared for and loved attending, another parent described the experience as terrible.

loved by kidswell taken care ofgreat staff
Address
2100 Carol Sue Avenue, Gretna, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Terry Parkway Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Terry Parkway Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents highlighting excellent communication, attentive staff, affordability, and convenient hours, but serious concerns from other parents regarding cleanliness, hygiene, supervision, and classroom management. The facility appears to perform well for some families while others report significant health and safety issues.

Open communication with parentscaring and attentive staffaffordable pricing
Address
559 Terry Parkway, Gretna, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Precious Angels Math And Reading Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Precious Angels Math and Reading Academy receives mixed reviews. Two parents praised the patient staff and good quality, while three parents raised serious concerns about inadequate teacher-to-child ratios, lack of educational instruction, uncertified staff, and poor facility conditions.

Patient staffgood quality care mentioned by some parentslong-term experienced teacher (Ms. Delores)
Address
126 Terry Parkway, Gretna, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Kangaroo Pouch 24 Hour Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1600 Franklin Street, Gretna, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Gretna, Louisiana. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Gretna have an average Google rating of 3.83 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gretna, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Louisiana's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Louisiana)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Louisiana 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 Gretna for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gretna must be licensed by Louisiana'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.