Best Daycare Centers in Lafayette, LA
Compare 71 daycare centers in Lafayette. Average rating: 4.26/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lafayette, Louisiana at a glance
- Daycares
- 71
- Avg rating
- 4.26/5
- Parent reviews
- 339
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 21
Lafayette has 71 licensed daycares with 339 parent reviews averaging 4.26/5.21 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 49% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 70503 (avg 4.8 stars), while 70501 has the largest selection (28 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lafayette
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.
- 1U L Lafayette Nursery School Laboratory4.64 score5(9)
102 Coliseum Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children
Lafayette Nursery School is a co-op preschool with consistently excellent ratings where parents praise the warm, nurturing environment and experienced teachers. Parents value the strong community aspect, parental involvement opportunities, and play-based learning philosophy that benefits both children and parents.
Warm and caring teachersnurturing environmentplay-based learning approachstrong sense of community - 2Close To Home4.64 score5(9)
631 East Vermilion Street, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Close to Home is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Lafayette with consistently excellent reviews from long-term families. Parents praise the loving and professional staff, strong owner leadership, and comprehensive learning programs that prepare children for school success. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report feeling confident leaving their kids in the center's care.
Caring and compassionate staffstrong owner leadership (Mrs. Rory)loving family environmentexcellent communication with parents - 3Guchereau Early Childhood Development Center, INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
609 South College Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children
Parents consistently praise Guchereau Early Childhood Development Center for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated staff who genuinely care for children. Multiple reviewers highlight staff longevity, child development outcomes, and the family-like atmosphere as key strengths. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and recommending the facility to other families.
Caring and dedicated staff with high retention rateswarm and nurturing environmentchildren's happiness and enthusiasm about attendingstrong early childhood development focus - 4Scott Head Start Center4.64 score4.8(20)
211 J. B. Road, Lafayette, LA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 149 children
The reviews provided are for a church, not the Scott Head Start Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare center itself.
None mentioned for the daycare - 5Katy Anna Daycare, INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
215 Rue Louis Xiv, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Parents consistently praise Little Blessings Daycare for its caring and nurturing staff, particularly directors Ms. Lindsey and Ms. Jaci. The facility is noted for exceptional cleanliness, strong communication, and ability to work with children of varying needs including those on the autism spectrum. All reviewers report their children are happy and well-adjusted.
Caring and patient staffAttentive directorsExcellent cleanliness and organizationStrong parent communication - 6Sugar 'N Spice Acadiana'S Preschool, INC.4.56 score4.7(20)
162 & 166 South Beadle Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 238 children
Parents consistently praise Sugar 'n Spice Acadiana's Preschool for its caring, loving staff who treat children as family members. The facility is noted for its clean environment, engaging activities, field trips, and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this nurturing setting.
Caring and loving staffclean facilitychildren feel safe and valuedpersonalized attention and daily updates - 7Mary Ann Smith'S Day Care4.54 score4.7(17)
2845 Verot School Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Parents consistently praise this dog daycare for exceptional staff care, clean facilities, and strong communication. Dogs show genuine excitement about attending and leave tired and happy. The owner and team are described as passionate and caring.
Passionate and friendly staffclean facilitiesexcellent communication with parentsreasonable pricing - 8St. Christopher Daycare And Training Center, INC., LLC4.48 score4.6(20)
104 Fourpark Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children
Parents consistently praise Little Blessings (note: reviews reference the Carencro location, not the Lafayette location listed) as an exceptional daycare with caring, responsive staff who treat children like family. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and emotionally, with parents noting improved speech, social skills, potty training, and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and security measures.
Caring and attentive staffclean and hygienic facilityeducational activities and learning programssecurity measures (keypads) - 9Je'Nissi Academy4.47 score4.6(18)
871 East Gloria Switch Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Je'Nissi Academy is an after-school program in Lafayette that parents consistently praise for its caring, professional staff and well-organized curriculum. Children show measurable growth in academics, confidence, and social skills, with parents appreciating the combination of educational support and enrichment activities. The owners and teachers are noted for their attentiveness, communication with parents, and genuine care for each child.
Caring and patient teacherswell-organized programsacademic progress and tutoring supportenrichment activities (STEAM - 10Kid City Daycare And Preschool4.25 score4.5(5)
420 Foreman Drive, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children
Kid City Daycare and Preschool in Lafayette receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the owner Mrs. Kim and her staff as caring, friendly, and effective educators who provide excellent care from infancy through preschool. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with multiple generations of families attending and children showing strong academic development.
Caring and friendly staffOwner Mrs. Kim highly praisedQuality care for infants and young childrenLong-term family loyalty
Rating Distribution
Based on 43 daycares with Google ratings in Lafayette
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 339 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Lafayette, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Lafayette zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70503 | 7 | 4.8 | 3 | |
| 70507 | 9 | 4.34 | 4 | |
| 70501 | 28 | 4.3 | 8 | |
| 70506 | 13 | 4.26 | 3 | |
| 70508 | 13 | 3.87 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lafayette (8–238 children)
Small
up to 30 children
19
Medium
31–75 children
25
Large
76–150 children
14
Very Large
150+ children
8
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Lafayette based on parent reviews
U L Lafayette Nursery School Laboratory
102 Coliseum Road, Lafayette, LA
Lafayette Nursery School is a co-op preschool with consistently excellent ratings where parents praise the warm, nurturing environment and experienced teachers. Parents value the strong community aspect, parental involvement opportunities, and play-based learning philosophy that benefits both children and parents.
Close To Home
631 East Vermilion Street, Lafayette, LA
Close to Home is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Lafayette with consistently excellent reviews from long-term families. Parents praise the loving and professional staff, strong owner leadership, and comprehensive learning programs that prepare children for school success. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report feeling confident leaving their kids in the center's care.
Guchereau Early Childhood Development Center, INC.
609 South College Road, Lafayette, LA
Parents consistently praise Guchereau Early Childhood Development Center for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated staff who genuinely care for children. Multiple reviewers highlight staff longevity, child development outcomes, and the family-like atmosphere as key strengths. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and recommending the facility to other families.
Scott Head Start Center
211 J. B. Road, Lafayette, LA
The reviews provided are for a church, not the Scott Head Start Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare center itself.
Katy Anna Daycare, INC.
215 Rue Louis Xiv, Lafayette, LA
Parents consistently praise Little Blessings Daycare for its caring and nurturing staff, particularly directors Ms. Lindsey and Ms. Jaci. The facility is noted for exceptional cleanliness, strong communication, and ability to work with children of varying needs including those on the autism spectrum. All reviewers report their children are happy and well-adjusted.
Sugar 'N Spice Acadiana'S Preschool, INC.
162 & 166 South Beadle Road, Lafayette, LA
Parents consistently praise Sugar 'n Spice Acadiana's Preschool for its caring, loving staff who treat children as family members. The facility is noted for its clean environment, engaging activities, field trips, and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this nurturing setting.
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Daycare Centers in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette offers a robust selection of 71 childcare facilities, ranging from independent centers to church-based programs, ensuring options for diverse family needs. Parents frequently highlight the caring staff and clean environments that create a welcoming, family-like atmosphere across these locations. This directory highlights standout neighborhoods like the 70503 zip code, which consistently earns high praise for its quality of care.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Lafayette have an average rating of 4.26 out of 5 across 43 rated facilities, with 49% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.77 stars. Our analysis covers 339 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Lafayette, 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 Little Oaks Learning Center for its caring, patient staff and family-like environment. The facility is noted for effective potty training, developmental growth, and engaging activities that keep children excited to attend. Many families have remained for multiple years or traveled significant distances because of their positive experiences.
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- 1805 Eraste Landry Road, Lafayette, LA
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Parents praise the welcoming and nice staff at this early intervention program. However, some families report significant frustration with the waitlist process, citing long delays without communication and slow responsiveness.
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- 160 Industrial Parkway, Lafayette, LA
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Butterflies and Beyond receives mostly positive reviews praising the friendly, educated staff, clean facilities, engaging summer programs with field trips and swimming, and observation capabilities. One negative review raises concerns about professionalism, staff turnover, communication, and rapid dismissal policies.
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- 214 Rue Louis Xiv, Lafayette, LA
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- 4011 Moss Street, Lafayette, LA
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Parents highlight helpful staff and significant improvements in their grandchildren's speech and happiness, though one former parent reports favoritism and a lack of interest in some children.
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- 801 Pandora Street, Lafayette, LA
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Parents consistently praise Adventures in Learning Preschool for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. The center is noted for accommodating children with special needs, providing daily communication with parents, and creating a balance between learning and play. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety and forming meaningful connections with the staff.
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- 208 South Sterling Street, Lafayette, LA
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Creative Learning Preschool receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring teachers, educational quality, and children's enjoyment, though some cite management and billing issues as serious concerns.
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- 201 Perard Drive, Lafayette, LA
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Feedback for Stepping Stones is mixed, with one parent praising staff member Ms. Daphine for her support over several years, while another criticizes the facility's operational system as flawed. A separate complaint highlights significant accessibility issues, noting that phone calls go unanswered and the facility is difficult to contact during urgent situations.
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- 1000 East Willow, Lafayette, LA
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Feedback for this center is mixed, with one parent reporting a positive experience regarding staff and child progress, while others describe severe issues including physical abuse, poor supervision, and health hazards like insect bites.
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- 700 Laneuville Road, Lafayette, LA
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One parent describes a significant improvement in their child's health after switching to this center, noting they are reluctant to leave as their child approaches kindergarten. However, other reviewers strongly advise against attending, citing that the facility is dirty and causes children to stay sick constantly.
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- 109 Jane Drive, Lafayette, LA
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One parent reports experiencing unspeakable incidents and states that staff dismissed their concerns, leading to their departure. The reviewer claims that even worse events occurred subsequently and argues the facility should be shut down.
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- 2110 North University, Lafayette, LA
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This facility appears to be a government child support/family services office rather than a daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly negative, with parents expressing frustration about administrative failures, payment delays, and poor customer service. Only two positive or neutral reviews were submitted.
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- 825 Kaliste Saloom Road, Brandywine 1, Suite 218, Lafayette, LA
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- 800 East Vermillion Street, Lafayette, LA
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- 105 Dolphin Street, Lafayette, LA
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- 932 1/2 Saint Charles, Lafayette, LA
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- 300 Gauthier Road, Lafayette, LA
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- 105 Peter Street, Lafayette, LA
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- 503 North University Avenue, Lafayette, LA
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- 1408 Carmel Avenue, Lafayette, LA
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- 108 Feu Follet Road, Lafayette, LA
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- 512 Thoroughbred Drive, Lafayette, LA
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- 520 St. John Street, Lafayette, LA
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Fisher Early Childhood Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring, experienced staff and quality curriculum. Parents appreciate the family-oriented approach and strong communication from management. One review raised a security concern about the gate.
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- 204 East Farrell, Lafayette, LA
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- 412 Westgate Road, Lafayette, LA
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- 115 South College Road, Lafayette, LA
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- 1005 Dugas Road, Lafayette, LA
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- 2107 North University Avenue, Lafayette, LA
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- 2111 North University Avenue, Lafayette, LA
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- 610 E. Butcher Switch Road, Lafayette, LA
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- 305 East Willow Street, Lafayette, LA
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