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Best Daycare Centers in Ruidoso, NM

Compare 10 daycare centers in Ruidoso. Average rating: 3.07/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ruidoso, New Mexico at a glance

Daycares
10
Avg rating
3.07/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Ruidoso offers 10 licensed daycares, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.07/5.The largest concentration is in 88345 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ruidoso

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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    First Christian Church Cdc
    4.26 score
    4.4(9)

    1211 Hull, Ruidoso, NM · Church Daycare · Capacity: 76 children

    First Christian Church CDC in Ruidoso receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the friendly, welcoming atmosphere and describe it as the best daycare facility in the area. The facility is noted for its spiritual environment and warm community.

    Friendly and welcoming staffwarm environmentspiritual focusbest daycare facility in Ruidoso

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Ruidoso

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Ruidoso, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.8avg rating
6 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

1avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ruidoso zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
883459
2.4
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ruidoso (11–116 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ruidoso based on parent reviews

First Christian Church Cdc

4.4(9)

1211 Hull, Ruidoso, NM

First Christian Church CDC in Ruidoso receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the friendly, welcoming atmosphere and describe it as the best daycare facility in the area. The facility is noted for its spiritual environment and warm community.

Friendly and welcoming staffwarm environmentspiritual focus

Imagination Station

3.8(2)

220 Junction Road, Ruidoso, NM

One parent highlights the school's nurturing environment, smooth transitions, and strong communication, noting significant growth in their child's social and academic skills. In contrast, another review alleges unsafe play practices involving roughhousing and unlicensed staff, alongside claims of poor management and retaliatory expulsion attempts.

warm staff welcomesmooth transition processindividualized attention

Region Ix Head Start

1(2)

199 W White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM

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Daycare types in Ruidoso

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 3Church Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Ruidoso, New Mexico

There are 10 daycare centers in Ruidoso, 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 Ruidoso have an average rating of 3.07 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ruidoso, 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 Ruidoso

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First Christian Church Cdc
Church Daycare
4.4

First Christian Church CDC in Ruidoso receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the friendly, welcoming atmosphere and describe it as the best daycare facility in the area. The facility is noted for its spiritual environment and warm community.

Friendly and welcoming staffwarm environmentspiritual focus
Address
1211 Hull, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
(575) 258-1490
Imagination Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

One parent highlights the school's nurturing environment, smooth transitions, and strong communication, noting significant growth in their child's social and academic skills. In contrast, another review alleges unsafe play practices involving roughhousing and unlicensed staff, alongside claims of poor management and retaliatory expulsion attempts.

warm staff welcomesmooth transition processindividualized attention
Address
220 Junction Road, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Region Ix Head Start
Headstart Programs
1
Address
199 W White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
(575) 257-5025
Ruidoso High School Child Care Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
125 Warrior Drive, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Lincoln County Head Start Ruidoso
Headstart Programs
Address
103 Sutton, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sierra Blanca Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
270 Country Club Rd., Ruidoso, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Region Ix Early Head Start - Ruidoso
Headstart Programs
Address
2710 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
(575) 257-5025
Nmprek-C (Fcch) Ruidoso River Raccoons
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
191 Meander, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
(575) 257-0788
Two - Morrow'S Childcare, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
540 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mountain Montessori LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2710 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM
Phone
(575) 937-2822

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10 all daycares in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Ruidoso have an average Google rating of 3.07 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Ruidoso, 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
Ruidoso offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church 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 Ruidoso for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ruidoso 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.