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Best Daycare Centers in New Orleans, LA

Compare 7 daycare centers in New Orleans. Average rating: 4.13/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

New Orleans, Louisiana at a glance

Daycares
7
Avg rating
4.13/5
Parent reviews
25
Top rated (4.5+)
1

New Orleans has 7 licensed daycares with 25 parent reviews averaging 4.13/5.71% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in New Orleans.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Orleans

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
    Children'S College Of Academics
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    4614 General Meyer, New Orleans, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's College of Academics for exceptional childcare quality and staff professionalism. The director Ms. Kendra and her team are noted for treating children with genuine care, maintaining cleanliness, and helping children feel safe and comfortable. The curriculum includes music education and Spanish language learning alongside developmental milestone support.

    caring and loving staffdirector Ms. Kendra's leadershipchildren feel safe and comfortablegood student-teacher ratio
  2. 2
    Clara'S Little Lambs Preschool Academy, INC #4
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    1871 Farragut Street, New Orleans, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 281 children

    Clara's Little Lambs receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff as caring, loving, and professional. However, there are serious safety concerns raised about food allergy management and lunch handling, with one parent reporting their allergic child was given unlabeled shared food without parental notification.

    Caring and loving staffprofessional environmentpositive long-term experiencesfriendly atmosphere
  3. 3
    Shelia'S Kiddie Cottage
    3.53 score
    3.2(7)

    4349 Gen. Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children

    Shelia's Kiddie Cottage receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the cleanliness, educational curriculum, and caring staff, but several parents report negative experiences with the owner's demeanor and inclusion practices. Long-term families express satisfaction with learning outcomes and accessibility, while others describe dismissive treatment and concerns about how children with disabilities or behavioral differences are handled.

    Clean facilityeducational curriculum aligned with school board standardscaring and responsive staffowner accessible to parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in New Orleans

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in New Orleans, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in New Orleans (25–281 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New Orleans based on parent reviews

Children'S College Of Academics

4.9(6)

4614 General Meyer, New Orleans, LA

Parents consistently praise Children's College of Academics for exceptional childcare quality and staff professionalism. The director Ms. Kendra and her team are noted for treating children with genuine care, maintaining cleanliness, and helping children feel safe and comfortable. The curriculum includes music education and Spanish language learning alongside developmental milestone support.

caring and loving staffdirector Ms. Kendra's leadershipchildren feel safe and comfortable

Clara'S Little Lambs Preschool Academy, INC #4

4.3(6)

1871 Farragut Street, New Orleans, LA

Clara's Little Lambs receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff as caring, loving, and professional. However, there are serious safety concerns raised about food allergy management and lunch handling, with one parent reporting their allergic child was given unlabeled shared food without parental notification.

Caring and loving staffprofessional environmentpositive long-term experiences

Shelia'S Kiddie Cottage

3.2(7)

4349 Gen. Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA

Shelia's Kiddie Cottage receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the cleanliness, educational curriculum, and caring staff, but several parents report negative experiences with the owner's demeanor and inclusion practices. Long-term families express satisfaction with learning outcomes and accessibility, while others describe dismissive treatment and concerns about how children with disabilities or behavioral differences are handled.

Clean facilityeducational curriculum aligned with school board standardscaring and responsive staff

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Daycare types in New Orleans

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2

Daycare Centers in New Orleans, Louisiana

There are 7 daycare centers in New Orleans, 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 New Orleans have an average rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.13 stars. Our analysis covers 25 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in New Orleans, 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 New Orleans

Showing 7 results

Children'S College Of Academics
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Children's College of Academics for exceptional childcare quality and staff professionalism. The director Ms. Kendra and her team are noted for treating children with genuine care, maintaining cleanliness, and helping children feel safe and comfortable. The curriculum includes music education and Spanish language learning alongside developmental milestone support.

caring and loving staffdirector Ms. Kendra's leadershipchildren feel safe and comfortable
Address
4614 General Meyer, New Orleans, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Clara'S Little Lambs Preschool Academy, INC #4
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Clara's Little Lambs receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff as caring, loving, and professional. However, there are serious safety concerns raised about food allergy management and lunch handling, with one parent reporting their allergic child was given unlabeled shared food without parental notification.

Caring and loving staffprofessional environmentpositive long-term experiences
Address
1871 Farragut Street, New Orleans, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Shelia'S Kiddie Cottage
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Shelia's Kiddie Cottage receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the cleanliness, educational curriculum, and caring staff, but several parents report negative experiences with the owner's demeanor and inclusion practices. Long-term families express satisfaction with learning outcomes and accessibility, while others describe dismissive treatment and concerns about how children with disabilities or behavioral differences are handled.

Clean facilityeducational curriculum aligned with school board standardscaring and responsive staff
Address
4349 Gen. Meyer Ave, New Orleans, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Uptown Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1771 Nashville Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Arc Of Greater New Orleans Early Intervention Program
Child Daycare & Preschools

ARC of Greater New Orleans Early Intervention Program receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with reviewers praising the staff, community service, and overall atmosphere. The facility appears to be well-regarded by families who use the center, though feedback is limited.

friendly staffserves the communitywelcoming environment
Address
1771 Nashville Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Clear Head Learning Center No. 2
Headstart Programs
Address
1820 Newton Street, New Orleans, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Clear Head Learning Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1820 Newton Street, New Orleans, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in New Orleans, Louisiana. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in New Orleans have an average Google rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in New Orleans, 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
New Orleans offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 New Orleans for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New Orleans 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.