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180 Daycare Centers in Lincoln, Nebraska

Browse all 180 daycare centers in Lincoln, Nebraska. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1
    The Pines Day School
    4.79 score
    5(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
  2. 2
    Knowledge Beginnings
    4.72 score
    4.9(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
  3. 3

    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
  4. 4

    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
  5. 5

    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
  6. 6

    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
  7. 7

    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
  8. 8
    Kids First INC
    4.61 score
    4.8(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
  9. 9
    Nature Center Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.7(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)
  10. 10

    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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lincoln based on parent reviews

The Pines Day School

5(19)

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.

Experienced and caring teacherssafe and welcoming environmentacademic and social-emotional growth

Knowledge Beginnings

4.9(20)

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.

Experienced and caring staffstrong academic curriculumexcellent parent communication via app and daily updates

Fingerprints Child Development Center

4.9(20)

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.

Staff warmth and attentivenessStep 5 quality ratinglow staff turnover

Inspiring Minds Preschool & Childcare

4.9(17)

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.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication via app updates and photosfamily-oriented activities and events

True Knowledge Preschool

5(10)

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.

Individual attention to each childsmall class sizessocial interaction opportunities

Little Learners Preschool And Academy

5(9)

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.

Flexible scheduling (part-time and drop-in options)low staff turnover with experienced long-term teachersaffordable tuition

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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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Family Service - West Lincoln
Before or After School Daycare
4

Family Service - West Lincoln receives consistently positive feedback from parents and families. Reviewers praise the organization's professionalism, empathy, and helpful services, with particular recognition for staff members like Deb Threats and Kim Cline. Parents appreciate both the daycare programs and the broader family support services offered.

Professional and compassionate staffeasy application processresponsive communication
Address
630 West Dawes, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 441-7949
Super Starts Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Super Starts Child Development Center in Lincoln receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and engaging staff, safe environment, varied activities, and strong bonds children form with teachers. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend and learning significantly.

Caring and kind staffstrong teacher-child relationshipssafe environment
Address
5925 Adams Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(531) 500-9705 EXT 2
Copple Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Copple Family YMCA is a highly-rated facility in Lincoln, Nebraska featuring excellent pools with toddler-friendly shallow areas, modern gym equipment, and a well-regarded Child Watch childcare program. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, attentive staff, and variety of programs for families. One negative experience was reported regarding a lifeguard's enforcement of rules.

toddler-friendly pool with 1.5-foot shallow entrygradual depth progressionsp
Address
8700 Yankee Woods Dr., Lincoln, NE
Phone
(531) 289-7864
Little Lambs Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little Lambs Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the cleanliness, caring staff, and educational quality. However, two recent reviews raise serious safety concerns including an Easter egg craft incident with metal nails and a child being locked outside during school.

clean facilityinvested and friendly staffaffordable pricing
Address
8300 East Pointe Road, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 484-8844
Rosemont Day Care & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Rosemont Day Care & Preschool receives highly polarized reviews. Most recent parents praise the caring staff, structured learning environment, and kindergarten readiness, with many giving 5-star ratings. However, some former attendees report serious concerns including inadequate special needs handling, safety issues, and unprofessional staff behavior.

caring and knowledgeable staffstructured environmentoutdoor time
Address
2600 N 70th St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 466-2523
Adventure Academy - Site 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
4622 W Huntington Avenue, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 438-0491
Cedars Northbridge Early Childhood Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1533 North 27th St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 437-8994
Growing Hearts Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
4400 N 1st St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 474-7035
Little Brookland Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Little Brookland Daycare in Lincoln, Nebraska receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who have used the center for extended periods. Parents praise the caring staff, quality programming, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. The center is closing, but departing families express deep satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and attentive staffminimal staff turnoverstrong preschool program
Address
130 Fallbrook Blvd, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 742-0363
Busy Feet Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Busy Feet Incorporated has polarized reviews, with some parents praising the director, staff kindness, and activities, while others report serious safety concerns including injuries, inadequate supervision, and poor communication about incidents. The facility shows a stark divide between positive long-term experiences and negative accounts of child welfare issues.

Caring director (Miss Christine)friendly and reliable staffgood summer activities
Address
2811 Sw 6th St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 435-7002
Cedars Clinton Before And After School Care (Clc)
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
1520 North 29th Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 770-8606
Southeast Community College Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
8800 O St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 437-2450
Future Stars INC Dba Little Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
4805 S 16th St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 328-8998
Zac'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
4849 Old Cheney Rd, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 421-7788
Behave'N Day Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

BEHAVE'N DAY CENTER INC receives highly polarized reviews with significant praise from some families but serious safety and ethical concerns from others. Positive reviewers commend the staff's dedication, behavioral therapy effectiveness, and supportive approach. However, negative reviews document serious issues including child injuries, lack of injury notification, billing fraud, facility cleanliness problems, and allegations of physical abuse.

Caring and passionate
Address
1145 High St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 423-6464
Little Munchkinland
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Little Munchkinland receives highly polarized reviews with strong praise for certain staff members and teaching quality, but serious concerns about management, facility cleanliness, health protocols, and safety practices. Positive reviewers highlight dedicated teachers like Mrs. Sam and Mrs. Hoff, while negative reviewers report inadequate responses to bullying, pest infestations, unaddressed contagious illness outbreaks, and management issues.

Dedicated and caring t
Address
4440 N 24th, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 742-4776
Northeast Ymca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

The Northeast YMCA Child Care Center has received consistently positive reviews praising the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and well-maintained amenities including a lap pool and weight room. Members appreciate the sense of community and personal attention from staff. Some note the facility is older and smaller compared to other Lincoln YMCA locations, though recent improvements have been made.

Helpful and friendly front desk staffclean facilitiesw
Address
2601 North 70th St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 434-9262
Northeast Ymca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Reviews praise the Northeast YMCA's friendly and helpful staff, well-maintained facilities including a clean pool and equipped weight room, and strong community atmosphere. However, reviewers note the facility is older and smaller compared to other Lincoln YMCA locations, with some concerns about equipment choices and maintenance decisions.

Friendly and helpful front desk staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesprofessional lifeguarding
Address
2601 North 70th Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 434-9252
North Creek Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

North Creek has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, engaging curriculum, daily communication, and educational activities. However, some parents report serious concerns about food quality, facility cleanliness, safety hazards, management inconsistency, and staff conduct.

Caring and attentive staffdaily app updates with photos and videosengaging curriculum with learning activities
Address
2070 Fletcher Ave, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 477-5440
Crdub Dba Little Wonderland
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Parents consistently praise Little Wonderland for its caring, well-trained staff and welcoming environment. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and strong leadership from the owner and director. Multiple reviews specifically highlight preschool teacher Katlyn Beu as exceptional.

Friendly and well-trained staffclean facilitywarm and welcoming environment
Address
2615 W. Timberlake Dr., Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 904-0483
Noah'S Ark Christian Daycare And Preschool
Church Daycare
3.2

Noah's Ark Christian Daycare has received mixed reviews following recent ownership changes. While many parents praise the staff's care, experience, and communication, others express serious concerns about new management, inadequate incident reporting, reduced employee benefits, overcrowding, and insufficient supervision.

Staff caring and experiencedknowledgeable about individual childrenfun activities
Address
1901 South 70th St, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 486-1930
Building Blocks Learning Center INC. Dba Krayon
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Krayon Campus receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between positive and negative experiences. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, structured activities, cleanliness, and child development outcomes. Negative reviewers report safety concerns including injuries, inadequate supervision, unprofessional management, facility maintenance issues, and discriminatory treatment of children with special needs.

Kind and loving staffstructured enriching activitiesoutdoor time twice daily
Address
6001 Normal Blvd, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 486-4847
Superior Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Superior Child Development Center receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the staff's warmth, personal attention, and nurturing environment, with many reporting long-term loyalty to the facility. However, two detailed negative reviews cite concerning issues including staff conflicts, lack of engagement with children, inadequate emotional support, and inappropriate behavior.

Caring and friendly staffpersonal attention to childrennurturing environment
Address
4645 N 26th, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 476-8600
Adventure Academy Site 3
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
301 South 48th Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 805-4224
Kid'S Kourt 2 Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2900 N 14th, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 435-3756
Hug-A-Bunch Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Hug-A-Bunch Child Care receives mostly positive feedback, with four 5-star reviews praising the staff's kindness, patience, and educational impact. However, one 1-star review describes serious concerns about staff inattentiveness, safety issues, and poor management response to complaints.

Kind and patient staffreliable and helpfulchildren enjoy attending
Address
6333 Apples Way, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 328-0040
Young Voices Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Young Voices Child Development Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and attentive communication. However, three one-star reviews report serious safety concerns including a child left at school, children locked in dark rooms as punishment, and meal withholding.

Warm and trustworthy staffattentive communication with parentsengaging crafts and activities
Address
8080 O Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 484-8342
Lincoln Parks & Recreation-Everett
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

The reviews provided do not relate to daycare services at this facility. The ratings appear to be about Lincoln Parks & Recreation's general operations, including parks, facilities, and sports programs rather than childcare. Most recent reviews are negative complaints about specific incidents unrelated to daycare services.

Well-maintained city parks and amenitiesdiverse programs and activities for various age groups
Address
1123 C Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 560-2569
Lincoln Parks & Recreation Before & After School
Before or After School Daycare
2.6

Reviews for Lincoln Parks & Recreation are mixed and largely off-topic. One positive review praises the organization's extensive amenities and programs for the city. However, most reviews address unrelated complaints about parking incidents, sports refereeing, and staff friendliness rather than the before and after school program specifically.

Extensive city amenitieswide variety of programs and activities for all age groupswell-maintained parks and trails
Address
1234 Judson Street, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 441-6789
4 Views Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.9

4 Views Academy in Lincoln has highly polarized reviews. While one parent praised staff care and communication, the majority of reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate supervision, safety protocol failures, poor staff training, high turnover, unprofessional behavior, and lack of accountability.

Staff appear caring and engaged with childrendaily pictures and reports providedone positive staff member (Allison) mentioned
Address
4330 Cornhusker Hwy, Lincoln, NE
Phone
(402) 464-0174

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Frequently asked questions

There are 180 all daycares in Lincoln, Nebraska. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Lincoln, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Nebraska's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Nebraska)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Lincoln offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 124 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 17 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 38 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 Nebraska 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 Lincoln for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lincoln must be licensed by Nebraska'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.