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11 Daycare Centers in Portales, New Mexico

Browse all 11 daycare centers in Portales, New Mexico. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Portales

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.

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    Eastern N.M. University
    3.76 score
    3.7(20)

    1500 S Ave K Station 25, Portales, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    This is not a daycare center but a university. Reviews praise the institution as an affordable regional university with knowledgeable faculty, particularly in STEM, education, science, and anthropology programs. However, some reviewers noted issues with advising services and financial aid departments.

    Affordable tuitionknowledgeable and qualified facultystrong STEM programsisolated campus reduces distractions

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Portales based on parent reviews

Little Buckaroos Daycare And Preschool LLC

5(4)

829 E. 2nd Street, Portales, NM

Neicys

5(3)

404 E 7th, Portales, NM

Portales High School Childcare Cen

5

201 S. Knoxville, Portales, NM

Portales Early Head Start

4.5

1400 S. Avenue D, Suite B, Portales, NM

Portales Head Start

5

501 E. 1st Street, Portales, NM

Wild 'Bout Kids Child Care Center

3.7(3)

1900 S Avenue I, Portales, NM

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Daycare types in Portales

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 2

Daycare Centers in Portales, New Mexico

There are 11 daycare centers in Portales, 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 Portales, 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 Portales

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Neicys
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
404 E 7th, Portales, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Portales High School Childcare Cen
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
201 S. Knoxville, Portales, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Portales Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
501 E. 1st Street, Portales, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Buckaroos Daycare And Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
829 E. 2nd Street, Portales, NM
Phone
(575) 226-3730
Portales Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.5
Address
1400 S. Avenue D, Suite B, Portales, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Eastern N.M. University
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

This is not a daycare center but a university. Reviews praise the institution as an affordable regional university with knowledgeable faculty, particularly in STEM, education, science, and anthropology programs. However, some reviewers noted issues with advising services and financial aid departments.

Affordable tuitionknowledgeable and qualified facultystrong STEM programs
Address
1500 S Ave K Station 25, Portales, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Wild 'Bout Kids Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1900 S Avenue I, Portales, NM
Phone
(575) 359-1922
Wild Bout Kids Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
522 S. Avenue C, Portales, NM
Phone
(575) 226-7788
Wild 'Bout Kids Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
522 S. Avenue C, Portales, NM
Phone
(575) 226-7788
Kings Kid'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1500 North Abilene Place, Portales, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Nmprek-P Brown Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
520 West 5th, Portales, NM
Phone
(575) 356-7075

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 all daycares in Portales, New Mexico. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Portales, 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
Portales offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Portales for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Portales 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.