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1,153 Daycare Centers in New Mexico

Browse 1,153 daycare centers across New Mexico. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in New Mexico

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in New Mexico can make the decision-making process smoother.

New Mexico has about 1,153 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in New Mexico. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in New Mexico

There are 1,153 daycares in New Mexico: 165 headstart facilities, 168 before/after school centers, 42 religious facility daycares, and 778 childcare and preschool centers.

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Children'S Promise Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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 options
Address
12855 Eastridge Ave. Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 554-1206
Lil Soldiers For Christ
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the pastors and church teachings rather than evaluating daycare services. Reviews focus on biblical education, preaching quality, and online ministry content with no mention of actual childcare operations, facilities, or child-related services.

Biblical teachingspastor leadershiponline accessibility
Address
1009 N. 5th Street, Artesia, NM
Phone
(575) 748-8790
Happy Feet Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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 communication
Address
1133 Dakota St. Se, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 508-5409
The Learning Circle Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Learning Circle Day is highly regarded by parents, with consistent praise for its caring and attentive staff, particularly manager Carrie. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed with nutritious meals, and developing academically while the center maintains strong communication with families. The facility is noted as clean and safe with a welcoming atmosphere.

Caring and engaged staffexcellent manager (Carrie)strong parent-teacher communication
Address
Cr 6405, # 22, Kirtland, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
A Gold Star Academy And Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

A Gold Star Academy and CDC in Farmington receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, individual teachers by name, safe and fun learning environment, and their children's academic growth and enjoyment. The facility is highly recommended for quality childcare.

Caring and attentive staffpassionate and patient teacherssafe environment
Address
1115 N Auburn Ave, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 324-8697
First Baptist Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Note: The reviews provided are for First Baptist Church, not the daycare center. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, quality sermons, and community events like the live nativity, but do not evaluate the Children's Center specifically.

Welcoming and friendly congregationstrong biblical teachingcommunity involvement
Address
1605 Old Pecos Trail, Santa Fe, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Small World Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
2520 Cactus Ln. Yucca Road, Santa Fe, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Primero Los Ninos Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.8
Address
4101 Sam Steele Way, Bldg 400, Las Cruces, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
When The Bell Rings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews praise the facility for its welcoming, caring atmosphere and faith-based environment. Parents highlight the loving staff, warm community, and spiritual focus as key strengths. The center appears to foster an inclusive, family-oriented setting.

caring and loving staffwelcoming atmospherefaith-based environment
Address
1720 W 21st Street, Clovis, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Eastern Hills Baptist Pre
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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 leadership
Address
3100 Morris Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Family Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews for Family Cooperative Preschool are not available. The Google rating of 4.8/5 reflects zero verified parent reviews. The ratings shown appear to be for a church facility rather than the daycare center.

None mentioned for daycare
Address
7171 Tennyson Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Shandiin Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
522 Juan Tabo, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ydi, La Mariposa Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.8
Address
801 Mountain Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Paradise Hills Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Paradise Hills Community Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teachers, director Ms. Angie, and strong sense of community involvement. One parent noted good aspects but withdrew their child due to concerns about communication regarding developmental screening and classroom behavior management practices.

Amazing teachers and directorstrong parental involvement opportunitiescute facility
Address
5976 Avenida La Barranca N.W., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Precious Moments Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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 communication
Address
6711 Churchill Sw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 836-4151
Coronado Child Development Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Coronado Child Development Pre-K for its exceptional, compassionate staff who genuinely care for children's development and wellbeing. The center is noted for its clean, thoughtfully designed environment, strong communication, and ability to meet individual needs including allergies and learning disabilities. Multiple long-term families report this as the best childcare experience they've had across multiple states.

Compassionate and patient staffprofessional communicationclean and thoughtfully decorated facility
Address
601 4th Street, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Wee Kids Kountry Klub
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Wee Kids Kountry Klub for its caring, family-like staff atmosphere and clean facility. Children of all ages—from infants to school-age—thrive in the program and show happiness, learning progress, and strong attachments to teachers. Parents appreciate the reliability and peace of mind the center provides.

Caring and welcoming staffclean facilitychildren are happy and well-cared for
Address
201 West Taos St, Hobbs, NM
Phone
(575) 392-3115
A Gold Star Academy & Cdc - East
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

A Gold Star Academy & CDC - East receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, quality of instruction, safe learning environment, and visible child development. Multiple parents highlight specific teachers by name and recommend the facility highly to others.

Caring and attentive staffQuality instruction and learning outcomesSafe and fun environment
Address
4301 Largo Street, Ste. H, Farmington, NM
Phone
(505) 258-4282
Coronado Children'S Cente
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Coronado Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising the staff's compassion, professionalism, and genuine care for children. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's development, confidence, and academic skills, along with excellent allergy management and specialized support for children with learning disabilities and speech delays.

Compassionate and patient staffstrong communication with parentsclean and thoughtfully decorated facility
Address
7106 Menaul Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 883-1177
Milestone Montessori Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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 prioritization
Address
8022 Chico Rd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 266-6954
The Learning Circle Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Learning Circle Daycare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, particularly manager Carrie, and the welcoming atmosphere. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged in varied activities, and well-communicated with throughout the day. The facility is noted for healthy meals, cleanliness, and flexibility with scheduling needs.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent manager (Carrie)children enjoy activities and are happy
Address
22 Rd 6405, Kirtland, NM
Phone
(505) 598-9283
St. Luke Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

St. Luke Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the school's strong security measures, small class sizes, and clean, well-organized facility as key strengths that create a nurturing environment where children thrive.

Compassionate and attentive staffplay-based learning approachsmall student-to-teacher ratio
Address
9100 Menaul Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 292-8812
Precious Moments Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Precious Moments Child Care Center for its safe, clean environment and caring, dedicated staff who treat children like family. Multiple long-term families (3-7 years) report children are happy, engaged in learning, and comfortable at drop-off. The facility offers strong communication through a daily app with updates and photos, plus convenient school pickup/drop-off services.

Safe and clean facilitycaring and patient staffstrong communication app with daily updates and photos
Address
4011 Ladera Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 836-9592
Precious Moments Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Precious Moments Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents consistently report smooth transitions for infants, strong developmental progress, and excellent communication. Children are described as happy, engaged, and excited to attend.

Loving and attentive staffsmooth transitions for infantsstrong developmental support
Address
9555 Osuna N.E., Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 323-9800
Little Rays Of Hope
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
7001 San Antonio N.E., Suite A, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Faith Kids Preschool And Christian Childcare Center
Church Daycare
4.8

Faith Kids Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, safe and clean facility, strong academic and faith-based curriculum, and the genuine love teachers show for each child.

Loving and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean and safe facility
Address
4601 Avocet Road Nw, Albuquerque, NM
Phone
(505) 890-8885
Carc INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
902 W Cherry Ln, Carlsbad, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Karrousal Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Karrousal Pre-School receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and emotional support provided to children. The facility offers parenting classes and is noted as a great investment in children's development. One parent reported communication lapses regarding extended absences, though this appears to be an isolated concern.

Dedicated and sweet staffengaging activitiesemotional support for children
Address
301 Texas, Alamogordo, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bethel Baptist Tots School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Bethel Baptist Tots School receives consistently high ratings for its caring, sweet staff and educational environment where children learn and socialize well. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and kind teachers. However, one parent noted significant administrative issues including disorganization, late check deposits, and poor phone responsiveness.

caring and sweet staffeducational curriculumearly socialization and skill development
Address
1316 Scenic Drive, Alamogordo, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Conjunto Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise CONJUNTO PRE-SCHOOL for excellent childcare, with children showing academic and developmental progress. The facility is recognized for supportive, caring staff and comprehensive family support services including parenting classes and therapy resources.

Caring and helpful staffchild development and learningteacher dedication
Address
404 Hunter Street, Espanola, NM
Phone
(505) 753-4123

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,153 all daycares across New Mexico. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in New Mexico are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through New Mexico's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in New Mexico, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (New Mexico sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in New Mexico vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.