180 Daycare Centers in Lincoln, Nebraska
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lincoln
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.
- 1The Pines Day School4.79 score5(19)
8410 Executive Woods Dr, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
The Pines Day School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the experienced, caring teachers and welcoming environment. Parents consistently report their children are academically prepared for kindergarten while enjoying a balanced mix of learning and play, with many children continuing to speak fondly of their experience years later.
Experienced and caring teacherssafe and welcoming environmentacademic and social-emotional growthkindergarten readiness - 2Knowledge Beginnings4.72 score4.9(20)
6700 South 32nd St, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 170 children
Knowledge Beginnings is highly regarded by parents for its caring staff, strong curriculum, and excellent communication. Children show significant academic and developmental progress, and parents consistently report feeling confident in the quality of care. The center fosters a family-like community atmosphere with engaging activities and special events.
Experienced and caring staffstrong academic curriculumexcellent parent communication via app and daily updateseducational field trips and activities - 3Fingerprints Child Development Center4.72 score4.9(20)
7800 Holdrege St, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 141 children
Parents consistently praise Fingerprints Child Development Center for its nurturing staff, strong communication, and educational environment. All reviewers rate the facility 5/5 stars, highlighting long-term satisfaction with staff consistency, cleanliness, and structured learning activities. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center highly.
Staff warmth and attentivenessStep 5 quality ratinglow staff turnoverdaily communication app with photos and updates - 4Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare4.7 score4.9(17)
7211 Plaza Ct., Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 123 children
Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare in Lincoln receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring, attentive staff, strong communication through apps and photos, and educational activities. Parents highlight their children's happiness, growth, and smooth transitions across age groups from infant to school-age.
Caring and attentive staffstrong communication via app updates and photosfamily-oriented activities and eventssmooth transitions between age groups - 5True Knowledge Preschool4.67 score5(10)
5445 Red Rock Lane, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children
True Knowledge Preschool receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who consistently praise teacher Miss McKenzie's individual attention, patience, and teaching ability. Parents report their children look forward to attending, develop strong friendships, acquire significant academic knowledge including reading skills, and arrive well-prepared for kindergarten.
Individual attention to each childsmall class sizessocial interaction opportunitiespatient and caring teacher - 6Little Learners Preschool And Academy4.64 score5(9)
5521 Shady Creek Court, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Little Learners Preschool and Academy in Lincoln, Nebraska receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, flexible scheduling options (part-time and drop-in care), and high-quality education. Parents highlight low staff turnover, affordable pricing, strong communication, and a nurturing Christian environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.
Flexible scheduling (part-time and drop-in options)low staff turnover with experienced long-term teachersaffordable tuitioncaring and communicative staff - 7North American Martyrs Ext. Care4.64 score4.8(20)
1101 Isaac Dr, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children
Reviews praise North American Martyrs as a welcoming Catholic church community with excellent facilities and programming. Parents highlight the friendly staff, beautiful architecture, and inclusive atmosphere. Note: Most reviews reference the church itself rather than the extended care/daycare program specifically.
welcoming communitynice staffbeautiful buildingreligious instruction - 8Kids First INC4.61 score4.8(16)
6024 L St, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
Kids First Inc in Lincoln receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, kind staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong educational programming and relationship-building focus. Families describe feeling part of a supportive community where children are genuinely loved and well-cared for.
Caring and kind staffsafe environmentchild development and learning (academicssocial skills - 9Nature Center Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
3201 S Coddington, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
Nature Center Preschool is highly rated as a beautiful park and nature preserve with well-maintained trails, diverse habitats, and family-friendly attractions including bison, live and stuffed animals, playgrounds, and scenic walking paths. Visitors consistently praise the peaceful setting, cleanliness, and variety of activities for children and families. The facility offers educational opportunities through nature centers and outdoor recreation in a safe, fenced environment.
Well-maintained trailsdiverse habitats (forestwetlandgrassland) - 10Brandy'S Bunch Early Learning Center4.56 score4.7(20)
1111 Old Cheney Rd, Lincoln, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children
These reviews appear to be for Christ Place Church rather than Brandy's Bunch Early Learning Center. Reviews praise the church's worship services, pastoral staff, and children's programs. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality of sermons, and community environment.
Warm and friendly staffengaging children's programs and Sunday schoolenergetic worship servicesskilled pastoral leadership
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Highest rated daycares in Lincoln based on parent reviews
The Pines Day School
8410 Executive Woods Dr, Lincoln, NE
The Pines Day School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the experienced, caring teachers and welcoming environment. Parents consistently report their children are academically prepared for kindergarten while enjoying a balanced mix of learning and play, with many children continuing to speak fondly of their experience years later.
Knowledge Beginnings
6700 South 32nd St, Lincoln, NE
Knowledge Beginnings is highly regarded by parents for its caring staff, strong curriculum, and excellent communication. Children show significant academic and developmental progress, and parents consistently report feeling confident in the quality of care. The center fosters a family-like community atmosphere with engaging activities and special events.
Fingerprints Child Development Center
7800 Holdrege St, Lincoln, NE
Parents consistently praise Fingerprints Child Development Center for its nurturing staff, strong communication, and educational environment. All reviewers rate the facility 5/5 stars, highlighting long-term satisfaction with staff consistency, cleanliness, and structured learning activities. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center highly.
Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare
7211 Plaza Ct., Lincoln, NE
Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare in Lincoln receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring, attentive staff, strong communication through apps and photos, and educational activities. Parents highlight their children's happiness, growth, and smooth transitions across age groups from infant to school-age.
True Knowledge Preschool
5445 Red Rock Lane, Lincoln, NE
True Knowledge Preschool receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who consistently praise teacher Miss McKenzie's individual attention, patience, and teaching ability. Parents report their children look forward to attending, develop strong friendships, acquire significant academic knowledge including reading skills, and arrive well-prepared for kindergarten.
Little Learners Preschool And Academy
5521 Shady Creek Court, Lincoln, NE
Little Learners Preschool and Academy in Lincoln, Nebraska receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, flexible scheduling options (part-time and drop-in care), and high-quality education. Parents highlight low staff turnover, affordable pricing, strong communication, and a nurturing Christian environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.
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Daycare Centers in Lincoln, Nebraska
There are 180 daycare centers in Lincoln, Nebraska. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln
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- Address
- 4001 South 17th St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 423-5557
Loving Hearts Child Development Center, operated by Ms. Jill Thompson, receives universal praise from parents for providing a clean, safe, and educationally enriching environment. Parents report their children made significant academic progress and developed strong social skills while receiving compassionate, attentive care. Multiple parents note their children were ahead of peers when entering school and describe the experience as an extension of family care.
- Address
- 4710 North 10th St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 434-2824
- Address
- 8320 Elizabeth Dr, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 486-1414
- Address
- 3341 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 484-8277
- Address
- 1135 Eastridge Drive, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 488-7844
- Address
- 4325 Sumner, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 483-7774 EXT 110
- Address
- 4401 O Street, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 261-9997
- Address
- 5304 Normal Blvd, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 413-4701
- Address
- 3600 Village Dr, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 261-8519
- Address
- 5100 Old Cheney Rd, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 423-8600
- Address
- 630 N. Cotner Blvd., Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 465-0304
True Knowledge Preschool receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who consistently praise teacher Miss McKenzie's individual attention, patience, and teaching ability. Parents report their children look forward to attending, develop strong friendships, acquire significant academic knowledge including reading skills, and arrive well-prepared for kindergarten.
- Address
- 5445 Red Rock Lane, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 423-8838
Little Learners Preschool and Academy in Lincoln, Nebraska receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, flexible scheduling options (part-time and drop-in care), and high-quality education. Parents highlight low staff turnover, affordable pricing, strong communication, and a nurturing Christian environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.
- Address
- 5521 Shady Creek Court, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 840-1196
- Address
- 4848 Calvert Street, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 261-5121
- Address
- 1821 K Street, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (531) 289-6640
- Address
- 1338 South St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 475-0300
- Address
- 1320 South St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 475-0300
- Address
- 3500 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 489-1641
- Address
- 4727 A St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 489-4366
The Pines Day School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the experienced, caring teachers and welcoming environment. Parents consistently report their children are academically prepared for kindergarten while enjoying a balanced mix of learning and play, with many children continuing to speak fondly of their experience years later.
- Address
- 8410 Executive Woods Dr, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 421-1510
Knowledge Beginnings is highly regarded by parents for its caring staff, strong curriculum, and excellent communication. Children show significant academic and developmental progress, and parents consistently report feeling confident in the quality of care. The center fosters a family-like community atmosphere with engaging activities and special events.
- Address
- 6700 South 32nd St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 423-1188
Westminster Child Care/Preschool in Lincoln, Nebraska receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, caring teachers, and faith-based programming. The facility offers valuable services like free parent night out events on Wednesday evenings.
- Address
- 2110 Sheridan Blvd, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 475-6702
Parents consistently praise Fingerprints Child Development Center for its nurturing staff, strong communication, and educational environment. All reviewers rate the facility 5/5 stars, highlighting long-term satisfaction with staff consistency, cleanliness, and structured learning activities. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center highly.
- Address
- 7800 Holdrege St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 467-4503
Immanuel Lutheran Preschool is a highly regarded faith-based facility in Lincoln, Nebraska, with overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its welcoming community and religious instruction. Parents appreciate the preschool's focus on Christian values and report excellent experiences with staff and leadership. The facility is consistently described as a friendly, supportive environment for young children.
- Address
- 2001 South 11th St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 474-6275
Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare in Lincoln receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring, attentive staff, strong communication through apps and photos, and educational activities. Parents highlight their children's happiness, growth, and smooth transitions across age groups from infant to school-age.
- Address
- 7211 Plaza Ct., Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 380-8465
Willard Community Center is a long-established community organization offering affordable, quality early childhood education and care to southwest Lincoln families. Parents appreciate the attentive staff, safe environment, and the center's commitment to serving economically diverse neighborhoods. The facility is currently undergoing renovations to expand capacity and improve services.
- Address
- 1030 West Q Street, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 525-1556
Kids First Inc in Lincoln receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, kind staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong educational programming and relationship-building focus. Families describe feeling part of a supportive community where children are genuinely loved and well-cared for.
- Address
- 6024 L St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 489-8866
Willard Community Center is a nonprofit organization serving southwest Lincoln's diverse community with early childhood education and care. Parents praise the attentive staff, safe environment, and affordable quality programs. The facility is undergoing renovation and expansion to serve more children and offer additional programs.
- Address
- 1245 S Folsom St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 475-0805
- Address
- 8400 Cody Drive, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 975-8237
Parents consistently praise Trinity Infant and Child Care Center for its exceptional, long-tenured staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing and development. The center offers enriching activities, fresh homemade meals, outdoor play, and a welcoming family atmosphere that produces kindergarten-ready children. Multiple families have used the center for 7-10+ years, citing it as the best childcare investment they make.
- Address
- 1345 South 16th St, Lincoln, NE
- Phone
- (402) 475-9731
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