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1,209 Daycare Centers in Louisiana

Browse 1,209 daycare centers across Louisiana. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Louisiana

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

Louisiana has about 1,209 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

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

Daycare Breakdown in Louisiana

There are 1,209 daycares in Louisiana: 217 headstart facilities, 18 before/after school centers, 65 religious facility daycares, and 909 childcare and preschool centers.

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Christ Temple Church Day Care
Church Daycare
3

Christ Temple Church Day Care receives mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise the friendly staff, good ratios, and educational programs, others report serious issues including dishonesty, inappropriate care practices, and claims of abuse. The facility has both strong supporters and parents who strongly advise against enrollment.

friendly staffgood staff-to-child ratioseducational programs
Address
1505 Grigsby Street, Shreveport, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Hershey D. Wilson Head Start
Headstart Programs
3

One parent describes the facility as generally acceptable but warns of potential issues with staff behavior. The reviewer notes that some teachers were perceived as cruel and that the environment includes classmates who frequently report peers' actions.

Generally acceptable quality
Address
4055 St. Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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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
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Jeanerette Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3

One parent describes the Jeanerette Head Start Center as a great place, offering a brief positive impression of the facility. There are no specific complaints or negative details provided in the available feedback.

Great place
Address
2006 West Church Street, Jeanerette, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Academy Of Early Childhood Education, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights significant developmental progress and strong kindergarten readiness in the PreK program, while others report serious concerns regarding staff supervision, alleged neglect, and unfair dismissal practices. Specific complaints include allegations of targeting children with challenging behaviors, improper handling of video evidence, and billing disputes after enrollment termination. Additional feedback describes the staff as inattentive and quick to expel children upon parental inquiry.

significant child developmentstrong kindergarten readinesscomprehensive PreK program
Address
9642 East Main Street, Houma, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Kidz Connection Daycare & Youth Camp, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent reports a highly negative experience involving rude staff who hung up on them twice during initial inquiries. The reviewer cites this unprofessional customer service as a primary reason for refusing to enroll their children.

Address
12412 La Highway 696, Abbeville, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Primary Colors Learning Center Of Mandeville, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Primary Colors Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring teachers, educational curriculum, cleanliness, and child development outcomes. However, a small number of parents report concerns about leadership/management decisions, including enrollment termination, billing practices, and perceived lack of flexibility with behavioral or developmental challenges.

Caring and professional teachersno-screen facilitytransparent communication
Address
2250 Seventh Street, Mandeville, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Slu Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
3

One parent reports severe neglect and physical abuse, citing unexplained bruises, marks from being grabbed by the arm, and behavioral regression in their grandson. The reviewer states they filed a report but expects no action, strongly advising against enrollment based on this negative experience.

Address
125 West Tornado Drive, Hammond, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Association For Retarded Citizens/Baton Rouge
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes an excellent experience with the organization's work, while another reports a frustrating administrative failure involving a missed appointment and being ignored by staff upon arrival. The limited feedback highlights a stark contrast between positive outcomes and poor operational responsiveness.

Excellent work quality
Address
3940 Prescott Road, Baton Rouge, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Arc Day School
Before or After School Daycare
3

One parent describes a frustrating experience involving a missed appointment and being ignored by staff after waiting for an hour. Another review offers high praise for the work done at the facility.

Amazing work
Address
3940 Prescott Road, Baton Rouge, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Dawn'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

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.

Address
2110 North University, Lafayette, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Excellent Day Care And Nursery INC. #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
3003 Gayton Street, Monroe, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Miss Muffett Head Start
Headstart Programs
3
Address
1225 Windsor Street, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Precious Beginnings Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
3908 South Macarthur Drive, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Dss Ocs Alexandria Region Region Vi
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

DSS OCS Alexandria Region receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Parents praise the center's availability and community service, though some express serious concerns about the organization's effectiveness in serving families. A few staff members are noted as exceptional and dedicated.

No waiting time on Fridaysalways available for visitsgood community service
Address
900 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Childpros, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes the center positively, stating that "they do great." Conversely, a single reviewer uses the phrase "dope heads working here," which may indicate staff quality concerns or slang usage, though the exact meaning is ambiguous.

Positive overall experience
Address
137 Aspen Square Avenue, Denham Springs, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kangaroo'S Pouch Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights the center's excellent staff and strong preparation for pre-K, while another reports significant issues with a staff member's inappropriate interference in family dynamics and rudeness toward a stepmother.

excellent staffcare like familydaily communication
Address
615 East C Street, Rayne, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Nay'S Childcare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
599 Schexnyder Road, Mansura, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Christian Acres
Church Daycare
2.9

Christian Acres, a religious facility in Tallulah, Louisiana, has received overwhelmingly negative reviews citing serious safety concerns and staff misconduct. Multiple reviewers report physical abuse, inadequate supervision, violence among residents, and alleged cover-ups of serious incidents. A few reviewers acknowledged some positive staff interactions or personal growth, but these were outweighed by accounts of a harmful environment.

Staff taught valuable lessons
Address
200 Bailey Street, Tallulah, LA
Phone
(318) 574-3146
Star Point Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Star Point Child Development Center receives highly polarized reviews. Two parents praise the facility, teachers, and director, while five parents report serious concerns including health/safety issues, unprofessional staff behavior, billing problems, poor hygiene, inadequate supervision, and unresponsive management.

Friendly and caring teacherschildren enjoy attendingpride in facility maintenance
Address
1433 Airline Drive, Bossier City, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Lisa'S Angels INC Dba The Pumpkin Patch
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

One parent reports a highly negative experience, stating an urgent need to speak with each staff member involved in their situation. The feedback highlights significant dissatisfaction with how the center handles parent concerns or incidents.

Address
150 North Ninth Street, Eunice, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Tiny Tots Day Care And Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

One parent describes Tiny Tots Day Care and Pre-School as an awesome place, highlighting a positive experience. The single review provided offers strong approval of the center's quality.

awesome place
Address
180 Claudia, Natchitoches, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Froggie'S Child Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Froggie's Child Care has extremely polarized reviews. Long-term families praise the owner Dana's care and educational foundation, but recent parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, safety violations with infant bottle feeding, unprofessional behavior from the owner, and sudden dismissals of children following parent complaints.

Owner Dana known for long-term relationships with familieschildren learn academic skills before kindergartencar
Address
606 Good News Avenue, Belle Chasse, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Toddler Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Toddler Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied long-term families but serious concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight caring staff, educational programming, and children's enthusiasm, while negative reviews cite safety issues, health/hygiene concerns, financial disputes, and inadequate special needs support.

Caring and loving teacherseducational focus rather than screen timechildren excited to attend
Address
4760 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Lapetite Day Care # 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

One parent reports a negative experience, citing disrespectful behavior from the owner and staff who discouraged questions about their child. The reviewer expresses concern about operational practices and suggests state oversight is needed.

Address
300 Betin Avenue, Monroe, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kastles For Kids L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Feedback for this Pineville center is sharply divided, with one parent calling it an excellent place while others report serious neglect and unprofessional conduct. Critics highlight issues with hygiene, excessive costs, and a lack of transparency regarding camera access and staff communication.

Excellent environment for children
Address
7788 Highway 28 East, Pineville, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Noah'S Ark Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

One parent highlights a loving environment that supports their child's development and social growth, while another reports a significant decline in quality after the owner took over, citing administrative issues like double billing.

loving environmentsupportive of growth and learningpositive impact on development
Address
77 Wade Street, Luling, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Cathy'S Day Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.5

Cathy's Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise professional staff, excellent communication, and caring treatment of children. Negative reviews cite discriminatory hair policies and alleged refusal of service based on race.

Professional staffcommunicativecaring treatment of children
Address
1601 East Admiral Doyle Drive, New Iberia, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Paul E. Slaton Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
2.3

One parent reports that graduation pictures for their daughter were never received despite claims they were published in the newspaper. Another reviewer expresses suspicion regarding the center's policies on parent visits, stating they intend to check on their child personally.

Address
1400 Oakdale Street, Ruston, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Country Day Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent describes a highly positive experience with Country Day Nursery School, highlighting the Director's warmth and the staff's pleasant demeanor. The reviewer notes that the facility is well-organized and reports that their child is happy to attend.

happy childpleasant workerssweet director
Address
1248 St. Mary Street, Eunice, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,209 all daycares across Louisiana. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Louisiana are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Louisiana'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 Louisiana, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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.