
Compare 249 daycare centers in Pittsburgh. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Pittsburgh has 249 licensed daycares with 1,274 parent reviews averaging 4.22/5.62 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 44% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 15228 (avg 4.9 stars), while 15206 has the largest selection (15 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
1331 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children
A Place to Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, well-organized facility. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, welcoming atmosphere, and strong educational preparation for children. Multiple reviewers report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially.
106 Gamma Dr, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children
A Place to Grow Learning Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility as the best daycare in the Pittsburgh area. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean and well-organized space with excellent facilities, strong communication, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.
336 S Aiken Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children
Arsenal Family & Children's Center is a highly-regarded preschool in Pittsburgh with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the small teacher-to-student ratios, caring and experienced staff, play-based learning approach, and supportive developmental environment.
8075 Saltsburg Rd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children
Sunnyside Daycare Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the family-owned facility's caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment. Parents report their children have made significant developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. Multiple families relocating out of state expressed they would have continued enrollment if possible.
3750 Myrtle Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children
The reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing - most reviews reference library services rather than daycare experiences. The few daycare-related comments praise learning activities and friendly staff.
1240 Washington Rd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 8 children
Mushroom Family Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, strong communication, and focus on child development and social skills. The center is described as welcoming, warm, and a special place that families are grateful to have been part of.
7140 Bennett St, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 129 children
Reviews are not relevant to daycare services. The facility appears to be a YMCA community center offering fitness classes, blood donation services, tax preparation assistance, and childwatch services. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, and welcoming atmosphere.
250 Mount Lebanon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children
Creative Minds Learning Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive teaching staff, excellent communication, and their children's happiness and development at the center. Multiple families report significant improvements after transferring from other daycare facilities.
319 S Lang Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children
Parents consistently praise Milestones Child Care Center for its caring staff, balanced approach to play-based learning with academic skills, and warm educational environment. Multiple parents highlight the quality of communication through the Brightwheel app, staff dedication to special events, and strong kindergarten preparation. All reviewers express satisfaction and would recommend the facility.
4917 Friendship Ave, Pittsburgh, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
Little Tots Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, personal approach and family-like environment. Parents report their children made significant academic progress in reading, spelling, and other skills while forming strong bonds with teachers. The staff is noted for patience, flexibility, and going above and beyond to help children adjust and thrive.
Based on 140 daycares with Google ratings in Pittsburgh
Top qualities mentioned across 1,274 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Pittsburgh, based on parent reviews
Pittsburgh zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15228 | 6 | 4.9 | 1 | |
| 15220 | 10 | 4.6 | 4 | |
| 15236 | 9 | 4.53 | 3 | |
| 15222 | 10 | 4.5 | 2 | |
| 15218 | 6 | 4.5 | 2 | |
| 15234 | 5 | 4.47 | 2 | |
| 15208 | 7 | 4.45 | 3 | |
| 15212 | 12 | 4.42 | 4 | |
| 15229 | 6 | 4.35 | 2 | |
| 15206 | 15 | 4.32 | 3 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Pittsburgh (8–360 children)
Small
up to 30 children
24
Medium
31–75 children
71
Large
76–150 children
51
Very Large
150+ children
27
Highest rated daycares in Pittsburgh based on parent reviews
1331 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
A Place to Grow Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, well-organized facility. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, welcoming atmosphere, and strong educational preparation for children. Multiple reviewers report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially.
106 Gamma Dr, Pittsburgh, PA
A Place to Grow Learning Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility as the best daycare in the Pittsburgh area. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean and well-organized space with excellent facilities, strong communication, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.
336 S Aiken Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Arsenal Family & Children's Center is a highly-regarded preschool in Pittsburgh with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the small teacher-to-student ratios, caring and experienced staff, play-based learning approach, and supportive developmental environment.
8075 Saltsburg Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Sunnyside Daycare Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the family-owned facility's caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment. Parents report their children have made significant developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. Multiple families relocating out of state expressed they would have continued enrollment if possible.
3750 Myrtle Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
The reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing - most reviews reference library services rather than daycare experiences. The few daycare-related comments praise learning activities and friendly staff.
1240 Washington Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Mushroom Family Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, strong communication, and focus on child development and social skills. The center is described as welcoming, warm, and a special place that families are grateful to have been part of.
Pittsburgh offers a robust selection of 249 childcare facilities, ranging from independent home-based programs to larger centers. Parents frequently highlight safe environments, attentive staff, and cleanliness as key factors in their experience. The directory highlights standout areas like zip code 15241, which maintains a perfect average rating across its local options.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Pittsburgh have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 140 rated facilities, with 44% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 1,274 parent reviews. Parents in Pittsburgh most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, welcoming environment, and caring and attentive staff.
When choosing a daycare in Pittsburgh, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent describes the John Heinz Child Development Center as an exceptional facility that offered comprehensive enrichment activities and maintained strict hygiene standards. The reviewer highlights the staff's patience and favorable teacher-to-child ratios, noting that the program effectively prepared their children for gifted elementary classes.
Parents highlight Angels Academy as a nurturing, faith-based environment where staff members like Ms. Tiffany and Ms. Tamara provide exceptional care and personalized attention. Reviewers appreciate the strong academic and social growth of their children, noting the center's small size and the deep, family-like bonds formed between staff and families. The experience is described as emotional and supportive, with parents valuing the ongoing connection and resources offered beyond standard childcare.
Parents highlight the center's loving, patient, and friendly staff, noting that teachers genuinely care for the children. Reviewers appreciate the use of the Hi Mama app for daily updates and report high satisfaction with their children's experience.
Parents of young children highlight the center's flexible scheduling, diverse arts and crafts activities, and engaging parent events. Reviewers appreciate the nutritious meals, outdoor summer activities, and the kind, accommodating nature of the staff and directors. One parent notes their child's strong enjoyment and eagerness to attend daily, despite only attending two days a week.
One parent highlights that the center is great with their children. The feedback expresses strong affection and satisfaction with the care provided.
The reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing - most reviews reference library services rather than daycare experiences. The few daycare-related comments praise learning activities and friendly staff.
Mushroom Family Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, strong communication, and focus on child development and social skills. The center is described as welcoming, warm, and a special place that families are grateful to have been part of.
One parent describes the facility as a wonderful place that feels like home, while another offers a brief positive assessment using the word 'Great'.
Reviews are not relevant to daycare services. The facility appears to be a YMCA community center offering fitness classes, blood donation services, tax preparation assistance, and childwatch services. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, and welcoming atmosphere.
Creative Minds Learning Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive teaching staff, excellent communication, and their children's happiness and development at the center. Multiple families report significant improvements after transferring from other daycare facilities.
Parents praise Small Wonders for its warm, welcoming environment and professional staff who treat children as individuals. The curriculum is noted as quality and engaging. One concern raised is overcrowding.
Elizabeth Seton Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and focus on child development. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, lack of classroom technology, and use of the Brightwheel app for communication. The center serves multiple age groups and is led by management that parents describe as supportive and dedicated.
ABC's for Children receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the quality of care, education, and teacher dedication across all age groups from infants through school-age. Parents report significant developmental progress, strong communication from staff, and a welcoming environment where children are treated like family. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained enrolled for many years.
Rainbow's End Child Academy receives universally positive feedback from parents. The center is praised for its caring, dedicated staff, engaging educational activities, and family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently report their children thriving developmentally and academically while forming strong relationships with teachers.
Parents praise Homewood-Brushton YWCA's staff for developing strong bonds with children and providing excellent early learning instruction. The facility is noted for offering valuable community resources and support services to families beyond childcare.
Reviews are not actually about the daycare center but rather about Rodman Street Missionary Baptist Church itself. The reviews praise the church's pastor, spiritual community, music ministry, and welcoming family environment. No specific feedback about the child care services is provided.
The reviews provided are not about the daycare program but rather about Mount Ararat Baptist Church's worship services and spiritual community. No parents reviewed the Early Childhood Development Center Program. The center's Google Rating shows 0 reviews.
Mount Alvernia Day Care and Learning Center in Pittsburgh receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the caring, loving staff who treat children as their own, engaging curriculum with music and art activities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Many families have enrolled multiple children and remained loyal for years.
Sonshine Christian Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight a welcoming, clean facility with caring staff, quality childcare, and strong community involvement including educational field trips and special events.
Hosanna House receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight caring staff, quality educational experiences, and a clean, secure facility that serves the broader community beyond childcare.
Hilltop Community Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and well-developed curriculum. One parent raised concerns about poor communication, facility conditions, and receptionist responsiveness. The majority of reviews highlight happy children, professional leadership, and strong staff retention.
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Parents overwhelmingly praise Munchkin University for its warm, nurturing staff and smooth transitions for children of all ages. Children reportedly look forward to attending daily and form strong bonds with teachers. One parent noted difficulty reaching the facility by phone.
Small World Early Learning and Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations in Pittsburgh. Parents highlight caring and attentive staff, strong developmental progress, regular communication with photo updates, clean facilities, and nutritious meals. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents report feeling confident leaving their kids in the center's care.
Small World Early Learning and Development Center 2 in Pittsburgh receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong developmental and social growth in children, and effective daily communication with families. The center is described as clean, secure, and engaging with nutritious meals and quality educational programming.
One parent describes the center as a calm, friendly, and patient 'hidden gem' with excellent care from staff member Miss Max, noting a respectful, play-based environment. The only other feedback provided is administrative, specifying infant care costs and scheduling requirements without offering an opinion on quality.
The Jewish Community Center in Pittsburgh is highly rated as a comprehensive wellness and community facility. Parents praise its well-maintained gym, pool, and recreational amenities, along with friendly staff and inclusive programming for families, seniors, and people with special needs. The center is noted for promoting cultural diversity and offering convenient afterschool and summer care options.
A CHILD'S VIEW receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and loving staff. However, one reviewer expressed serious concerns about administration and treatment. The facility offers indoor and outdoor play areas.
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