349 Daycare Centers in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Albuquerque
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.
- 1Children Of Faith Preschool4.78 score5(18)
10000 Spain N.E., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children
Children of Faith Preschool in Albuquerque receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and director Jennifer. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially in a clean, well-equipped facility with small class sizes.
Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachersstrong director leadershipsmall class sizes - 2Hoffmantown Kids Express4.75 score5(15)
8888 Harper Drive Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 228 children
Hoffmantown Kids Express receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, strong academic curriculum, and Christian foundation. Parents consistently report that their children love attending, develop strong foundational skills, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The program is noted for its small class sizes, engaging community events, and caring leadership.
Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic preparationsmall class sizesChristian/spiritual foundation - 3Noah'S Ark East Childrens Center4.72 score4.9(20)
4525 Morris N.E., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children
Noah's Ark East Children's Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and welcoming staff, clean facility, strong kindergarten preparation, and their children's happiness and improved social skills. The center's video monitoring, parental involvement opportunities, and thoughtful approach to separation anxiety are also frequently mentioned as key strengths.
Caring and welcoming staffClean facilityKindergarten preparationVideo monitoring for safety - 4Children'S Choice Preschool4.72 score4.9(20)
6501 Lomas Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice Academy for its warm, caring, and safe environment with highly attentive staff. Children show genuine enthusiasm for school and developmental progress. Multiple parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the teachers' care.
Loving and caring teacherssafe environmentage-appropriate activities and learning plansexcellent communication with parents - 5Children'S Promise Centers4.72 score4.9(20)
12855 Eastridge Ave. Nw, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Promise Centers for its clean facility, caring and dedicated staff, and strong communication through daily app updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers (Ms. Crystal, Selena, Nora, Missy, and others) for their patience, compassion, and commitment to child development. Parents report feeling reassured and comfortable leaving their children in this center's care.
Clean facilityfriendly and patient teachershealthy food optionsdaily app updates - 6Happy Feet Child Care4.68 score4.9(15)
1133 Dakota St. Se, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Happy Feet Child Care receives consistently perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, warm demeanor, and attention to individual child needs, along with excellent parent communication and age-appropriate educational activities.
Warm and caring staffprofessional teachersexcellent parent communicationphoto updates - 7Albuquerque Pre-School Co4.64 score5(9)
606 Candelaria N.W., Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children
Albuquerque Preschool Co-op is a highly-regarded play-based preschool with engaged, caring teachers and a strong community focus. Parents praise the curriculum variety, emphasis on child development, and hands-on parent involvement through required volunteer participation. Multiple families report significant developmental gains and describe the school as exceeding their expectations.
Play-based curriculumengaged and caring teachersstrong emphasis on artSpanish lessons - 8Eastern Hills Baptist Pre4.64 score4.8(20)
3100 Morris Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children
Reviews praise Eastern Hills Baptist Pre-K for its welcoming staff, warm community atmosphere, and strong leadership. Parents consistently highlight the caring nature of the pastor and staff, as well as the church's biblical teaching and fellowship opportunities. The facility is noted for its beautiful building and excellent acoustics.
Welcoming and kind staffwarm and loving environmentcaring pastor and leadershipstrong biblical teaching - 9Precious Moments Child Care4.64 score4.8(20)
6711 Churchill Sw, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children
Precious Moments Child Care in Albuquerque receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and ability to meet children's individual needs including those with sensory processing disorder and autism. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and thriving at the center.
Caring and attentive staffprofessional teachersexcellent communicationclean facilities - 10Milestone Montessori Preschool LLC4.64 score4.8(20)
8022 Chico Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Milestone Montessori Preschool receives outstanding feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff led by owners Laura and Ivan. Parents consistently report excellent communication, safety practices, fresh daily meals, and strong child development outcomes. The facility is described as family-oriented with competitive rates and willingness to accommodate individual family needs.
Professional and caring staffstrong communication with parentssafety prioritizationfresh daily meals
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Highest rated daycares in Albuquerque based on parent reviews
Children Of Faith Preschool
10000 Spain N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Children of Faith Preschool in Albuquerque receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and director Jennifer. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially in a clean, well-equipped facility with small class sizes.
Hoffmantown Kids Express
8888 Harper Drive Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Hoffmantown Kids Express receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional teachers, strong academic curriculum, and Christian foundation. Parents consistently report that their children love attending, develop strong foundational skills, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The program is noted for its small class sizes, engaging community events, and caring leadership.
Noah'S Ark East Childrens Center
4525 Morris N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Noah's Ark East Children's Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and welcoming staff, clean facility, strong kindergarten preparation, and their children's happiness and improved social skills. The center's video monitoring, parental involvement opportunities, and thoughtful approach to separation anxiety are also frequently mentioned as key strengths.
Children'S Choice Preschool
6501 Lomas Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Parents consistently praise Children's Choice Academy for its warm, caring, and safe environment with highly attentive staff. Children show genuine enthusiasm for school and developmental progress. Multiple parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the teachers' care.
Children'S Promise Centers
12855 Eastridge Ave. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Parents consistently praise Children's Promise Centers for its clean facility, caring and dedicated staff, and strong communication through daily app updates. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers (Ms. Crystal, Selena, Nora, Missy, and others) for their patience, compassion, and commitment to child development. Parents report feeling reassured and comfortable leaving their children in this center's care.
Happy Feet Child Care
1133 Dakota St. Se, Albuquerque, NM
Happy Feet Child Care receives consistently perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, warm demeanor, and attention to individual child needs, along with excellent parent communication and age-appropriate educational activities.
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There are 349 daycare centers in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Albuquerque, 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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Sunflower Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Families with enrolled children praise the family-owned atmosphere, teaching quality, and trustworthiness of staff. However, prospective parents report difficulty reaching the center by phone, and current parents cite concerns about staff supervision and incident documentation.
- Address
- 2912 Corona Dr. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 835-5031
Parents consistently praise Parkside Child Development Center for its engaged and caring staff, educational curriculum, and strong communication. Children show enthusiasm for attending, and parents report feeling confident their kids are safe and thriving. The facility maintains clean classrooms, provides quality meals, and treats children with genuine affection.
- Address
- 3248 A Isleta Sw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 873-3426
Learning Tree Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, welcoming staff and strong communication throughout the day. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed, and comfortable in a clean facility with engaging activities appropriate to each age group. The daycare appears effective at helping children adjust and thrive, including those with special needs.
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- 3615 Candelaria Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 888-1668
Ms. Kelli's House is a highly-regarded small daycare center in Albuquerque where parents consistently praise the caring staff, safe environment, and educational focus. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy learning, and parents appreciate the personalized attention and clear communication. The center operates separate age-appropriate buildings close together, making it convenient for families with multiple young children.
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- 4615 Greene Ave. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Ms. Kelli's House Too is a highly-regarded small daycare center in Albuquerque where parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally. Staff members are described as caring, attentive, and committed to child development, with parents consistently noting smooth transitions, strong communication, and a safe, home-like environment. The center's multi-building setup for different age groups and reasonable pricing are additional advantages cited by families.
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- 4623 Greene St. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 890-1811
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- 314 Lead Sw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 247-2404
Reviews are mixed with mostly positive feedback highlighting friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere. However, there is one very negative review with no explanation provided. Most reviewers praise the facility and people, though limited detail is given about actual daycare services.
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- 4701 Montano Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Reviews are mixed and appear to focus primarily on the church aspect rather than daycare services. Most positive reviews praise the pastoral staff and spiritual community, while one negative review raises serious allegations about financial misconduct.
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- 8701 Golf Course Rd., Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
ABC Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the attentive and caring staff, strong communication, cleanliness, and leadership of Director Reyna. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and parents feel confident leaving their kids in the center's hands.
- Address
- 801 98th Street Sw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Busy Bees Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, attentive teachers, and a welcoming environment. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about the facility's handling of children with autism, alleging discrimination and unwillingness to accommodate special needs without additional paid services.
- Address
- 222 La Veta Dr. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
ABQ Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented educational program with caring staff and engaged children. Parents highlight the school's focus on both academic learning and child development, with children reportedly excited about attending and showing visible growth.
- Address
- 9924 Menaul Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 296-8656
Busy Bees Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, attentive care, and welcoming environment. However, two reviews raise serious concerns about discriminatory treatment of a child with autism, with staff allegedly requesting removal without proper accommodations.
- Address
- 300 Panorama Pl Ne, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 266-0225
This appears to be a community center rather than a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the modern, clean facility with state-of-the-art equipment, friendly and professional staff, and diverse programming including fitness classes, arts programs, and community events.
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- 13001 Singing Arrow Ave Se, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 767-6500
Children's Choice at Bandelier receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's genuine care, educational activities, field trips, and safe environment. One parent raised concerns about the curriculum content, specifically activities related to world religions and Harry Potter themes.
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- 3309 Pershing Se, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Children's Choice at Zuni Elementary receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff engagement, safety, activities, and value. Nine of ten reviewers gave 5-star ratings, highlighting the caring environment and child development focus. One parent raised concerns about curriculum content including religious teachings and Harry Potter-themed activities not disclosed during enrollment.
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- 6300 Claremont Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Children's Choice at Manzano Mesa receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational activities, field trips, and safe environment where children are happy and engaged. One parent raised concerns about specific curriculum choices including mythology lessons and Harry Potter-themed activities, expressing disagreement with the content and lack of transparency about these offerings.
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- 801 Elizabeth Se, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Children's Choice at Arroyo del Oso receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, educational activities, field trips, and safe environment. One parent raised concerns about specific curriculum choices including mythology lessons and Harry Potter-themed activities, feeling they conflict with religious values.
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- 6504 Harper Dr. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Building Bridges Child Development receives mixed reviews. Most recent parents praise the clean facility, respectful treatment, and quality care. However, some parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, poor incident reporting, improper item management, and harsh disciplinary practices.
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- 2400 Bridge S.W, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 243-6639
Kid's World Coors LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, skilled staff, responsive communication, convenient services like school pickup, and personalized attention to each child's needs and development.
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- 3501 Coors Blvd. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Busy Bees Child Care has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the staff's care and professionalism, with parents highlighting the owner Jennifer and staff members like Jenn, Carissa, and Mrs. Kasey as dedicated and family-oriented. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious concerns including inappropriate discipline, physical harm to children, poor communication, and inflexible refund policies.
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- 10201 Montgomery Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 294-1907
Children's Choice at Georgia O'Keeffe receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising caring staff, engaging activities, field trips, and safe environment. One parent expressed concerns about curriculum content, specifically activities involving deities and Harry Potter-themed lessons that they felt conflicted with their religious values.
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- 11701 San Victorio Ave. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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- (505) 296-2880
Children's Choice at North Star receives nearly universal praise from parents for staff quality, engagement, and comprehensive activities. Nine of ten reviews rate the center 5 stars, highlighting safety, care, and enrichment. One parent expressed concerns about specific curriculum choices including mythology teachings and Harry Potter-themed activities.
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- 9301 Ventura St. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 296-2880
UNM Children's Campus receives mostly positive reviews (6 five-star ratings) praising the educational programming, small class sizes, qualified teachers, and comprehensive activities. However, two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about child safety, inadequate responses to bullying and physical altercations, and staff conduct issues.
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- 1210 University Ne, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 277-3365
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- 2401 Isleta Blvd. Sw, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 873-3701
Joyas Del Futuro receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication, curriculum quality, low teacher turnover, and flexible hours. However, a few parents reported serious concerns including health and safety issues, alleged child mistreatment, and unprofessional handling of complaints.
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- 128 Jackson St Se, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- (505) 315-3767
Parents consistently praise Albuquerque Nursery School for its cleanliness, caring staff, and safe environment. Multiple reviewers highlight staff attentiveness, educational programming, and before/aftercare services. The facility is frequently recommended by parents who feel confident leaving their children there.
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- 1423 Wyoming Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 215 Locust Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
NOTE: These reviews are for the church facility, not the daycare center. No parent reviews of the daycare program were found. The Google rating shows 0 reviews for the daycare specifically.
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- 201 University Blvd. Ne, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 2525 Los Padillas Rd Sw, Albuquerque, NM
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Altamonte Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Families report their children learn and thrive in a welcoming environment with caring, professional staff. Parents particularly highlight the director Jeanette's responsiveness and the center's ability to accommodate special needs and dietary requirements.
- Address
- 3305 Alta Monte Ne, Albuquerque, NM
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
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