
Compare 23 daycare centers in Columbus. Average rating: 4.28/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Columbus has 23 licensed daycares with 59 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 58% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 68601 with 23 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
3921 20th Street, Columbus, NE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children
Note: The reviews provided are for St. Isidore Catholic Church, not the after-school program. Reviews praise the church building's modern design, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere, with particular mention of architectural details and the priest's kindness.
3970 Health Parkway, Columbus, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 155 children
These reviews are for Columbus Community Hospital, not a daycare center. The reviews discuss hospital care experiences including emergency services, surgical procedures, obstetrics, and diagnostic services. All reviewers praised staff professionalism, kindness, and quality of care.
Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Columbus
Average ratings by facility type in Columbus, based on parent reviews
Columbus zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68601 | 23 | 4.28 | 7 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Columbus (15–200 children)
Small
up to 30 children
5
Medium
31–75 children
8
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
7
Highest rated daycares in Columbus based on parent reviews
3921 20th Street, Columbus, NE
Note: The reviews provided are for St. Isidore Catholic Church, not the after-school program. Reviews praise the church building's modern design, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere, with particular mention of architectural details and the priest's kindness.
2720 28th St, Columbus, NE
One parent highlights that the staff, including Lisa, are responsive and maintain contact even after children leave, while another notes their son flourished starting at 18 months. However, this same parent warns that waiting lists can be long depending on the desired age group.
3772 33rd Avenue, Columbus, NE
One parent highlights the program as a strong option for future families. The single review provided is highly positive, noting the program's suitability for children.
4100 Adamy Street, Columbus, NE
One parent highlights the program as a positive option for future children, noting its potential value for families. The feedback is limited to a single positive endorsement without specific operational details. No negative experiences are reported in the available comments.
500 Centennial Street, Columbus, NE
One parent highlights the program as a great option for future children. The feedback is currently limited to this single positive experience.
2200 31st Street, Columbus, NE
One parent describes the program as a great option for future children. The single review highlights positive aspects without noting any drawbacks.
There are 23 daycare centers in Columbus, Nebraska. 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 Columbus have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 58% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Columbus, 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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One parent highlights the program as a strong option for future families. The single review provided is highly positive, noting the program's suitability for children.
One parent highlights that the staff, including Lisa, are responsive and maintain contact even after children leave, while another notes their son flourished starting at 18 months. However, this same parent warns that waiting lists can be long depending on the desired age group.
One parent highlights the program as a positive option for future children, noting its potential value for families. The feedback is limited to a single positive endorsement without specific operational details. No negative experiences are reported in the available comments.
One parent highlights the program as a great option for future children. The feedback is currently limited to this single positive experience.
One parent describes the program as a great option for future children. The single review highlights positive aspects without noting any drawbacks.
Note: The reviews provided are for St. Isidore Catholic Church, not the after-school program. Reviews praise the church building's modern design, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere, with particular mention of architectural details and the priest's kindness.
The sole review highlights the absence of television as a positive feature of the center. No negative feedback regarding care quality or operations was provided.
One parent describes a positive experience with consistent care and responsive leadership, while other reviewers report severe safety failures including unsupervised access, unauthorized pickups, and neglect. Additional complaints highlight physical injuries to children, staff shortages, and a lack of provided supplies.
One parent reports a highly positive experience with consistent care and responsive management, while three other accounts describe severe neglect, safety failures, and potential abuse. These critical reviews cite issues including unsupervised access, unauthorized pickups, inadequate hygiene, and staff hostility toward concerned parents.
These reviews are for Columbus Community Hospital, not a daycare center. The reviews discuss hospital care experiences including emergency services, surgical procedures, obstetrics, and diagnostic services. All reviewers praised staff professionalism, kindness, and quality of care.
One parent highlights the center's loving staff and well-maintained facilities, noting they would recommend it despite the longer drive. However, another review describes a negative experience involving a food delivery transaction, citing financial loss and a subsequent bad review from the provider.
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