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69 Daycare Centers in Eugene, Oregon

Browse all 69 daycare centers in Eugene, Oregon. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eugene

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 Little French School
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    1717 City View, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    The Little French School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and high-quality French immersion curriculum. Parents consistently highlight exceptional academics, small class sizes, play-based learning, and strong developmental outcomes across social, emotional, and cognitive areas.

    Caring and dedicated teachersFrench immersion programsmall class sizesplay-focused academics
  2. 2
    Newberry Child Care
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    980 Willamette, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Newberry Child Care for its warm, nurturing environment and highly attentive staff led by Director Ms. Nickie. Children show significant developmental progress including improvements in speech, behavior, confidence, and social skills. Parents report feeling confident and supported in their childcare choice.

    Caring and responsive staffinvolved directorclean and organized facilitybalanced curriculum with play and learning
  3. 3
    Opportunity Center Ypp
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    3411/B Willamette St, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    This appears to be a mismatch - the reviews are for Opportunity Oregon, a job placement and reentry services organization, not a daycare center. Reviewers praise the organization's exceptional support in helping formerly incarcerated individuals secure employment, with particular recognition for staff member Nancy's dedication and personal guidance.

    Staff expertise and dedicationsuccessful job placement outcomespersonalized resume and cover letter assistancecom
  4. 4
    Temple Beth Israel Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1175 E 29th Ave, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Temple Beth Israel Preschool in Eugene receives consistently high praise from parents for its professional staff, nurturing environment, and quality educational programming. Parents highlight excellent communication, inclusive community, and strong focus on social-emotional development alongside academic learning. Multiple families report lasting positive impacts on their children's confidence and social skills.

    Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication with parents (app and weekly emails)high quality careinclusive environment welcoming to non-Jewish families
  5. 5
    The Families With Special Needs Preschool Program Pearl Buck
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    3690 W 1st Ave, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Pearl Buck Center is a special needs preschool program in Eugene, Oregon that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the center's mission-driven approach, caring staff, and positive impact on their children's development and confidence. The program also offers additional support services including parenting classes and nutritional guidance.

    Caring and dedicated staffchildren eager to attendsupports child development and confidenceparenting classes offered
  6. 6
    Fairfield Baptist Childcare Center
    4.31 score
    4.4(17)

    3991 Elmira Rd, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    Parents consistently praise Fairfield Baptist Childcare Center for its welcoming, family-friendly environment and caring community. The facility offers youth programs and is noted for its strong biblical teachings and passionate leadership. Families report feeling part of a supportive church family.

    welcoming environmentfriendly staffyouth programsbiblical teachings
  7. 7
    Unity School
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    580 N Garden Wy, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Unity School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, quality learning environment, and strong child development outcomes. However, one parent reported significant concerns about their child's distress during drop-offs and billing/payment policy communication issues.

    caring and loving staffstrong child development and learning outcomesexcellent communication with parentssafe environment
  8. 8
    New Dream Child Care Center
    4.3 score
    4.4(16)

    1295 W 18th, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    New Dream Child Care Center in Eugene receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, communicative teachers, safe and clean facilities, and well-rounded educational programs including outdoor play, gardening, and language instruction.

    caring and skilled teachersexcellent communicationclean and safe facilitiesoutdoor play and gardening activities
  9. 9
    Eugene Child Development Center
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    888 Goodpasture Island Road, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children

    Tip Tap Grow receives nearly universal praise from parents who highlight the owner Drea's caring nature, personalized attention to children, and safe, loving environment. One recent negative review describes chaotic classrooms, poor behavior management, and disputes over billing and communication. The facility appears to emphasize arts-based learning and child-centered development.

    Caring and loving staffpersonalized attention to childrensafe environmentprofess
  10. 10
    Oak Street Child Development
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    540 Oak St, Eugene, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Oak Street Child Development Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the dedicated staff, educational activities, and caring environment. One parent reported dissatisfaction with management's lack of response to concerns about an employee's social media posts. Most reviewers strongly recommend the center for its quality care and child development focus.

    Caring and dedicated staffhands-on directorongoing teacher professional developmentallergy awareness

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Eugene based on parent reviews

The Little French School

5(20)

1717 City View, Eugene, OR

The Little French School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and high-quality French immersion curriculum. Parents consistently highlight exceptional academics, small class sizes, play-based learning, and strong developmental outcomes across social, emotional, and cognitive areas.

Caring and dedicated teachersFrench immersion programsmall class sizes

Newberry Child Care

5(11)

980 Willamette, Eugene, OR

Parents consistently praise Newberry Child Care for its warm, nurturing environment and highly attentive staff led by Director Ms. Nickie. Children show significant developmental progress including improvements in speech, behavior, confidence, and social skills. Parents report feeling confident and supported in their childcare choice.

Caring and responsive staffinvolved directorclean and organized facility

Opportunity Center Ypp

5(8)

3411/B Willamette St, Eugene, OR

This appears to be a mismatch - the reviews are for Opportunity Oregon, a job placement and reentry services organization, not a daycare center. Reviewers praise the organization's exceptional support in helping formerly incarcerated individuals secure employment, with particular recognition for staff member Nancy's dedication and personal guidance.

Staff expertise and dedicationsuccessful job placement outcomespersonalized resume and cover letter assistance

Temple Beth Israel Preschool

4.7(20)

1175 E 29th Ave, Eugene, OR

Temple Beth Israel Preschool in Eugene receives consistently high praise from parents for its professional staff, nurturing environment, and quality educational programming. Parents highlight excellent communication, inclusive community, and strong focus on social-emotional development alongside academic learning. Multiple families report lasting positive impacts on their children's confidence and social skills.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication with parents (app and weekly emails)high quality care

The Families With Special Needs Preschool Program Pearl Buck

4.5(20)

3690 W 1st Ave, Eugene, OR

Pearl Buck Center is a special needs preschool program in Eugene, Oregon that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the center's mission-driven approach, caring staff, and positive impact on their children's development and confidence. The program also offers additional support services including parenting classes and nutritional guidance.

Caring and dedicated staffchildren eager to attendsupports child development and confidence

Parkside Community Preschool

5(3)

117 Thomason Ln, Eugene, OR

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Daycare Centers in Eugene, Oregon

There are 69 daycare centers in Eugene, Oregon. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Eugene, 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 Eugene

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Eugene Family Ymca - Corridor/Yg
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise the Eugene Family YMCA facility as modern, clean, and well-maintained with excellent staff. The daycare services receive specific commendation for caring, professional childcare providers and generous operating hours that support working families. Overall, reviewers highlight the positive community atmosphere and value for membership cost.

Clean and well-maintained facilityprofessional and caring staffexcellent fitness instructors
Address
250 Silver Ln, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Allison Park Christian Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Allison Park Christian Day Care Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and positive learning environment, reporting their children are excited to attend. However, a small number of parents reported serious concerns including unprofessional behavior from staff, financial mishandling, and inadequate care for children with special needs.

caring and friendly staffstrong curriculumchild development and mental growth
Address
1520 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Adventure Club INC
Before or After School Daycare
3.8
Address
4646 Barger Dr, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Sprouts Early Learning And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Little Sprouts receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Multiple parents praise the dedicated and caring staff, good communication, and positive child experiences. However, one detailed review describes a serious safety incident where a child choked and required the Heimlich maneuver, with no parental notification or emergency services called, and the owner allegedly refused to address the concern.

Dedicated and caring staffgood parent communication from di
Address
1250 W 28th Ave, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The After School Club - Awbrey Park
Before or After School Daycare
3.5
Address
158 Spring Creek Dr, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Creative Care River Road
Before or After School Daycare
3.4

Creative Care River Road receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Five-star reviews praise excellent communication, caring staff, planned activities, and affordable pricing options including donor-funded care. One-star reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate supervision, medication errors, poor conflict resolution, staff disrespect toward children, and unresponsive management.

Excellent parent communication with daily photos and updates via appcaring and attentive staffwell-planned activities and summer outings
Address
120 W Hilliard Ave, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Arc Of Lane County -Howard
Before or After School Daycare
2.3

Arc of Lane County - Howard has received predominantly negative reviews with serious concerns about management, client care, and responsiveness. A few positive comments highlight individual staff members like Daniel Dickens and Sarah Whitmire, but the majority of reviewers report neglect, poor communication, unresponsive case management, and inadequate complaint handling.

Individual staff members (Daniel DickensSarah Whitmire)campus office facilities
Address
700 Howard, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Head Start - Ross Lane Full Day
Headstart Programs
Address
2648 Ross Ln, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Twin Oaks Creative Care Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
85916 Bailey Hill Rd, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Little French School - Oak Hill School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
86397 Eldon Schafer Dr, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Big Little Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1250 W 18th Ave, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Spring Creek Fun Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
560 Irvington Drive, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Creative Care O'Hara
Before or After School Daycare
Address
715 W 18th Ave, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Eugene Waldorf After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1350 Mclean Blvd, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
O'Hara Catholic School Pre-Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
715 W 18th Avenue, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Churchill Child Development Center
Church Daycare
Address
1850 Bailey Hill Rd, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Relief Nursery INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Relief Nursery Inc. in Eugene receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the friendly and skilled staff, quality early childhood education, and comprehensive family support services. Parents highlight the center's role as a valuable resource for low-income families, offering parenting classes, emergency food boxes, and clothing closets alongside childcare. The organization is described as supportive and impactful for the Eugene-Springfield community.

friendly and helpful staffchildren enjoy attendingexcellent teachers
Address
1720 W 25th Avenue, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kindercare #1036
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare #1036 for its warm, attentive staff and supportive management, particularly highlighting directors McKenzie and Amber. The facility is commended for smooth transitions, excellent communication via their app with daily updates and photos, and safe, nurturing care across infant through toddler classrooms. Multiple parents note their children have grown socially and emotionally, and feel confident leaving their children in this facility's care.

Welcoming and caring staffresponsive managementexcellent parent communication app with photos and daily updates
Address
2506 Oakmont Way, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Far Horizons Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2490 Hilyard, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Crow'S Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
85955 Territorial Rd, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The After School Club- Irving
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3200 Hyacinth St, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Family Housing Program-Shelter Care
Child Daycare & Preschools

ShelterCare is a homeless services and housing assistance organization, not a daycare center. Reviews praise their case management, housing support programs, and commitment to helping people achieve stability and independence. However, some reviewers report inconsistent staff quality, communication issues, and concerns about consent and privacy.

Excellent case managerseffective housing assistance programsfederal grant support
Address
969 Hwy 99 N, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Preschool And Fun Club (Eugene Family Ymca Preschool)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2055 Patterson, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Mccornack Fun Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1968 Brittany Ave, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Creative Care Meadowview
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1855 Legacy, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Creative Care Malabon
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1300 Tanney, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Edgewood/Evergreen Fun Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
577 E 46th, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Creative Care Willagillespie
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1125 Willagillespie, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Life! Lutheran School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
710 E 17th Ave, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Willamette High School Infant Toddler Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1801 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 69 all daycares in Eugene, Oregon. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Eugene, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Oregon's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Oregon)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Eugene offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 49 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 16 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 Oregon 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 Eugene for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Eugene must be licensed by Oregon'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.