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Best Daycare Centers in Los Alamos, NM

Compare 9 daycare centers in Los Alamos. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Los Alamos, New Mexico at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
4.03/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Los Alamos offers 9 licensed daycares, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.03/5.Notable: 5 Montessori programs offer alternative early-learning approaches.The largest concentration is in 87544 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Los Alamos

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 Ark Child Development
    3.52 score
    3.3(11)

    715 Diamond Dr, Los Alamos, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    The Ark Child Development has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's friendliness, facility cleanliness, security measures, and child development outcomes. However, negative reviewers report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, neglectful care practices, physical abuse incidents, and unprofessional staff conduct.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Los Alamos

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Los Alamos, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.03avg rating
8 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Los Alamos zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
875449
4.03
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Los Alamos (49–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Los Alamos based on parent reviews

Sage Cottege, Opk, INC.

5(1)

142 Meadow Lane, Los Alamos, NM

Little Forest Playschool

3.8(3)

3880 Villa Street, Los Alamos, NM

One parent reports that their grandson enjoys the facility, highlighting the caring staff, cleanliness, and expansive outdoor playground. Conversely, a neighbor criticizes the school for noise pollution, alleged teacher misconduct including cursing and phone use, and claims of bullying and inadequate supervision.

caring and loving staffclean environmentlarge outdoor playground

The Ark Child Development

3.3(11)

715 Diamond Dr, Los Alamos, NM

The Ark Child Development has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's friendliness, facility cleanliness, security measures, and child development outcomes. However, negative reviewers report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, neglectful care practices, physical abuse incidents, and unprofessional staff conduct.

Friendly and communicative staffclean and secure facilitystaff professionalism and dedication

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Daycare types in Los Alamos

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 1

Browse by type in Los Alamos

🌱 Montessori 5

Daycare Centers in Los Alamos, New Mexico

There are 9 daycare centers in Los Alamos, New Mexico. 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 Los Alamos have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.03 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Los Alamos, 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 Los Alamos

Showing 9 results

Sage Cottege, Opk, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
142 Meadow Lane, Los Alamos, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Forest Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

One parent reports that their grandson enjoys the facility, highlighting the caring staff, cleanliness, and expansive outdoor playground. Conversely, a neighbor criticizes the school for noise pollution, alleged teacher misconduct including cursing and phone use, and claims of bullying and inadequate supervision.

caring and loving staffclean environmentlarge outdoor playground
Address
3880 Villa Street, Los Alamos, NM
Phone
(505) 662-5895
The Ark Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

The Ark Child Development has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's friendliness, facility cleanliness, security measures, and child development outcomes. However, negative reviewers report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, neglectful care practices, physical abuse incidents, and unprofessional staff conduct.

Friendly and communicative staffclean and secure facilitystaff professionalism and dedication
Address
715 Diamond Dr, Los Alamos, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Canyoncito Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2525 Canyon Rd., Los Alamos, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quemazon Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4600 Esperanza, Los Alamos, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bilingual Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
115 Longview, Los Alamos, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children'S Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1060 Nugget St., Los Alamos, NM
Phone
(505) 661-4018
Ponderosa Montessori INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
304 Rover, Los Alamos, NM
Phone
(505) 672-9211
Nmprek-P Pinon Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
90 Grand Canyon Dr, Los Alamos, NM
Phone
(505) 663-2680

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Los Alamos have an average Google rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Los Alamos, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Mexico's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Mexico)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Los Alamos offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 New Mexico 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 Los Alamos for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Los Alamos must be licensed by New Mexico'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.