Best Daycare Centers in Omaha, NE
Compare 379 daycare centers in Omaha. Average rating: 4.27/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Omaha, Nebraska at a glance
- Daycares
- 379
- Avg rating
- 4.27/5
- Parent reviews
- 2,216
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 93
Omaha has 379 licensed daycares with 2,216 parent reviews averaging 4.27/5.93 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 47% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 68110 (avg 5 stars), while 68135 has the largest selection (19 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Omaha
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 Learning Academy4.8 score5(20)
1502 South 24th St, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
The Learning Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, and strong communication through their app. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving developmentally across all age groups. The center offers flexible hours, nutritious meals, and specialized accommodations for children with diverse needs.
Caring and professional teachersexcellent communication app with photos and updatesclean and secure facilitystrong curriculum with age-appropriate activities - 2Primrose School At Falling Waters4.8 score5(20)
6625 South 193rd Ave, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 197 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School at Falling Waters as an excellent, caring facility where children thrive academically and socially. Staff members are described as dedicated, welcoming, and genuinely invested in each child's well-being, with strong communication and a clean, safe environment. Families report high satisfaction with the curriculum, special events, and overall experience.
Caring and professional staffexcellent communication via Procare apphands-on curriculumclean and safe facility - 3Stonebridge Christian Preschool4.75 score5(15)
13906 S Plaza, Omaha, NE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 45 children
Parents consistently praise Stonebridge Christian Preschool for its caring, trustworthy staff and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is described as well-maintained with a positive learning environment that helps children thrive. Families appreciate the Christian values, genuine relationships, and sense of belonging fostered at the center.
Loving and trustworthy staffwelcoming communitywell-kept facilitiespositive atmosphere - 4Millard Children'Sacademy4.72 score5(13)
6912 South 156th St, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 281 children
Millard Children's Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents who praise the friendly, experienced staff and clean facility. Parents consistently note their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy daily activities including themed learning and field trips, and genuinely love attending.
Friendly and experienced staff with long tenureclean facilitystructured learning with rotating classrooms by subjectweekly themes and art projects - 5Westwood Hearts & Minds Early Childhood Program4.64 score4.8(20)
13056 Atwood Ave, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Parents consistently praise Hearts & Minds for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who genuinely care for children. The faith-based curriculum combined with developmentally appropriate learning prepares children well for kindergarten while building strong social skills and confidence. Families report feeling welcomed into a caring community and express high satisfaction across multiple programs including Mother's Day Out and Preschool.
Loving and patient staff with high tenurefaith-based education approachwarm and welcoming communitydevelopmentally appropriate curriculum - 6Harrison Village Childcare INC4.63 score4.8(19)
16944 Audrey St, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children
Harrison Village Childcare receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the dedicated staff, clean facilities, and child-centered approach to learning and development. Parents highlight the caring teachers, responsive management, and strong communication throughout the day. Multiple long-term families report their children have thrived academically and socially at this center.
Caring and dedicated staffclean and inviting facilityresponsive management and directorsexcellent communication and daily updates - 7Tenderhearts Child Care Center4.59 score4.8(14)
12315 Westwood Ln, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Tenderhearts Child Care Center in Omaha receives consistent 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, bilingual staff, clean facility, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in varied activities, and experience genuine care from teachers who treat them like their own.
Bilingual and sign language instructioncaring and patient staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility - 8Education Express4.58 score5(7)
304 North 168th Cir, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children
Education Express is a highly regarded center-based daycare in Omaha where parents report exceptional staff care and attention to their children. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly atmosphere, age-appropriate curriculum, and the directors' and teachers' genuine commitment to knowing each child's individual needs. Multiple parents recommend the center as a safe, loving, and educational environment.
Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staffpersonalized attention to each child's needs and learning styleage-appropriate curriculum - 9Children'S Express Childcare And Learning4.56 score4.7(20)
2814 South 87th St, Omaha, NE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children
Children's Express Childcare and Learning in Omaha receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and children's genuine happiness and attachment to teachers. First-time parents particularly appreciate the supportive guidance and responsive management from owner Star and director Mayra.
Caring and attentive staff with low turnoverexcellent daily communication via Brightwheel app with photos and videosdetailed tracking of meals and diaper changessupportive guidance for first-time parents - 10King Of Kings Church4.56 score4.7(20)
11615 I St, Omaha, NE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 250 children
Note: Reviews provided are for King of Kings Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews describe a welcoming religious community with strong worship services, engaged pastoral staff, and active family/youth programs including special needs events and community service initiatives.
Welcoming and inviting atmosphereengaging pastors and staffstrong sense of communityexcellent children's and youth ministry programs
Rating Distribution
Based on 200 daycares with Google ratings in Omaha
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 2,216 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Omaha, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Omaha zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68110 | 8 | 5 | 4 | |
| 68144 | 18 | 4.64 | 5 | |
| 68136 | 12 | 4.57 | 4 | |
| 68105 | 6 | 4.55 | 3 | |
| 68114 | 15 | 4.52 | 6 | |
| 68130 | 12 | 4.51 | 3 | |
| 68131 | 9 | 4.47 | 2 | |
| 68135 | 19 | 4.46 | 5 | |
| 68102 | 9 | 4.41 | 2 | |
| 68164 | 17 | 4.4 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Omaha (15–412 children)
Small
up to 30 children
22
Medium
31–75 children
91
Large
76–150 children
187
Very Large
150+ children
79
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Omaha based on parent reviews
The Learning Academy
1502 South 24th St, Omaha, NE
The Learning Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, and strong communication through their app. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving developmentally across all age groups. The center offers flexible hours, nutritious meals, and specialized accommodations for children with diverse needs.
Primrose School At Falling Waters
6625 South 193rd Ave, Omaha, NE
Parents consistently praise Primrose School at Falling Waters as an excellent, caring facility where children thrive academically and socially. Staff members are described as dedicated, welcoming, and genuinely invested in each child's well-being, with strong communication and a clean, safe environment. Families report high satisfaction with the curriculum, special events, and overall experience.
Stonebridge Christian Preschool
13906 S Plaza, Omaha, NE
Parents consistently praise Stonebridge Christian Preschool for its caring, trustworthy staff and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is described as well-maintained with a positive learning environment that helps children thrive. Families appreciate the Christian values, genuine relationships, and sense of belonging fostered at the center.
Millard Children'Sacademy
6912 South 156th St, Omaha, NE
Millard Children's Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents who praise the friendly, experienced staff and clean facility. Parents consistently note their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy daily activities including themed learning and field trips, and genuinely love attending.
Westwood Hearts & Minds Early Childhood Program
13056 Atwood Ave, Omaha, NE
Parents consistently praise Hearts & Minds for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who genuinely care for children. The faith-based curriculum combined with developmentally appropriate learning prepares children well for kindergarten while building strong social skills and confidence. Families report feeling welcomed into a caring community and express high satisfaction across multiple programs including Mother's Day Out and Preschool.
Harrison Village Childcare INC
16944 Audrey St, Omaha, NE
Harrison Village Childcare receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the dedicated staff, clean facilities, and child-centered approach to learning and development. Parents highlight the caring teachers, responsive management, and strong communication throughout the day. Multiple long-term families report their children have thrived academically and socially at this center.
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Daycare Centers in Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha offers a robust selection of 379 childcare facilities, ranging from large centers to intimate home-based options, ensuring families can find a setting that fits their specific needs. Parents consistently highlight clean facilities, safe environments, and caring staff as the defining features of these centers. For those seeking high performance, the 68110 zip code stands out with an average rating of 5 stars across its eight locations.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Omaha have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 across 200 rated facilities, with 47% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.59 stars. Our analysis covers 2,216 parent reviews. Parents in Omaha most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring and attentive staff.
When choosing a daycare in Omaha, 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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Little Lambs has received 9 five-star reviews praising the caring teachers, Christian and educational focus, and structured environment, with parents reporting significant child development and positive daily experiences. However, two one-star reviews cite serious concerns including safety protocols, illness management, inconsistent communication about child behavior, and facility maintenance issues.
- Address
- 4408 Capitol Ave, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 554-1171
Parents consistently praise Diapers 2 Diplomas for exceptional care, with owner April and her staff treating children with genuine love, patience, and respect. Families report their children are happy, safe, and engaged in activities like field trips and themed events, with many staying for years. The center maintains high standards including CDA-accredited teachers, Step Up to Quality Level 4 certification, and quality meals.
- Address
- 5310 South 52nd St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 731-7929
HSLC Ames Ave LLC received mixed reviews with significant concerns about staff conduct and management practices. While some reviewers praised the facility and program quality, multiple negative reviews reported issues with staff professionalism, perceived discrimination, and allegations of controlling or bullying behavior toward clients.
- Address
- 4847 Sahler St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 991-2980
Daybreak specializes in behavioral intervention and receives high praise from parents whose children benefit from their programs, with staff described as dedicated and experienced. However, significant concerns emerge regarding billing practices, customer service responsiveness, treatment of children with autism and other special needs, and questionable clinical outcomes for some families.
- Address
- 9239 W Center Rd, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 614-2242
BEHAVE'N DAY CENTER INC receives mixed reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Many parents praise the staff's dedication, therapeutic approach, and supportive community, particularly for children with developmental needs. However, some parents report recent declines in management quality, supervision concerns, and safety issues.
- Address
- 8922 Cuming St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 926-4373
Rosewood Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising its curriculum, cleanliness, staff care, and communication with parents. However, two negative reviews cite strict discipline practices, parental micromanagement, staff attitude issues, and disputed contract enforcement policies.
- Address
- 3830 North 176th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 932-3545
One parent reports severe issues with transportation safety and administrative honesty, including billing discrepancies with DHS and the use of untagged personal vehicles. The reviewer also highlights significant communication failures, such as unexplained delays and unprofessional conduct by the owner.
- Address
- 2014 North 66th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 884-0089
One parent describes the facility as filthy and disgusting, strongly advising against attending. Another review cites poor communication skills as a significant concern.
- Address
- 2537 North 62nd St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 933-9772
Feedback for this center is mixed, with one long-term parent expressing satisfaction while others report serious concerns regarding staff conduct and food safety. Critics allege that employees yell at drop-offs, engage in verbal altercations, and serve food containing foreign objects like eggshells. Additionally, one parent reported their child experienced bullying during attendance.
- Address
- 3223 North 45th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 457-7818
- Address
- 6304 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 455-2355
- Address
- 3706 Lake St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 451-1300
Adventures on Discovery Drive receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1/5 to 5/5. Positive reviews praise flexibility with schedules and educational support, while negative reviews cite serious health and safety concerns, including a hospitalizing infection, inconsistent communication about incidents, and management issues.
- Address
- 5352 South 136th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 884-7224
KIDS COUNT 2 has received mixed reviews with significant safety and communication concerns. While some parents praise the caring staff, professional atmosphere, and home-cooked meals, multiple parents reported injuries (bite marks, bruises, scratches) with inadequate explanation or documentation from staff.
- Address
- 4902 Hamilton St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 614-3260
Honey Creek Childcare in Ralston receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring, experienced staff, strong communication, stability, and educational quality. However, multiple serious concerns have been raised about health/safety protocols, staff supervision, and handling of behavioral issues.
- Address
- 5200 South 88th Plz, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 331-7161
Corazoncitos Learning Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring, long-tenured staff and comprehensive activities, while a small number cite concerns about special needs training and pandemic protocols. Three detailed five-star reviews highlight long-term satisfaction, strong staff relationships, and child development outcomes, contrasted with two one-star reviews questioning qualifications and safety practices.
- Address
- 2702 South 20th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 916-4920
Feedback for this center-based daycare is mixed, with one parent highlighting the new management and facility under positive light. Conversely, other parents cite unprofessionalism, irreponsibility, and poor staff conduct as significant concerns.
- Address
- 5624 South 96th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 933-2536
One parent reports a positive experience under new management, highlighting the facility and owner. However, other reviewers strongly criticize the center, citing unprofessional and irresponsible staff, constant yelling, bullying by workers, and a lack of supervision where children were allowed to do whatever they wanted.
- Address
- 13030 W Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 614-6006
Academic Adventures Inc receives mixed reviews. One parent reports highly positive experiences with quality education, Spanish language instruction, and caring staff over 3 years. However, multiple parents cite serious concerns about business ethics, including systematic overbooking practices that displaced part-time students, poor communication, and a second location previously placed on probation by Nebraska DHHS.
- Address
- 16909 Blondo St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 884-0888
One parent describes a distressing experience involving a strong urine odor in the nursery, unaddressed diaper rash, and staff gossip about families, while another criticizes the center as unprofessional and lacking compassion for special needs children.
- Address
- 7230 Florence Blvd, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 812-9415
- Address
- 4215 South 20th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (531) 301-4275
- Address
- 1110 South 90th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 391-2288
- Address
- 7430 Haskall St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 393-2289
- Address
- 8787 Pacific St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 391-0350
- Address
- 6905 Blondo St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 551-6667
- Address
- 4830 Ames Ave, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 884-9990
- Address
- 3604 North 65th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 556-4161
The Armbrust YMCA Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the caring staff, variety of programs including swimming and youth sports, clean facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. Children benefit from patient instruction and enjoyable summer camp experiences.
- Address
- 5404 South 168th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 896-4200
- Address
- 8686 South 165th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 991-6789
Bright Minds Learning Center in Omaha receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and family-oriented staff, strong educational programs, excellent communication, and secure facilities. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents report feeling confident and comfortable with the care provided.
- Address
- 14245 Q St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 934-5566
- Address
- 5717 South 112th St, Omaha, NE
- Phone
- (402) 991-6730
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