Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairbanks, AK
Compare 19 child daycare & preschools in Fairbanks. Average rating: 4.32/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Fairbanks, Alaska at a glance
- Programs
- 19
- Avg rating
- 4.32/5
- Parent reviews
- 96
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 9
Fairbanks has 19 licensed child daycare & preschools with 96 parent reviews averaging 4.32/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 64% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 99701 zip code, averaging 4.63 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairbanks
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.
- 1Uaf Recreational Camp4.48 score4.6(20)
414 Tanana Loop Student Recreation Center, Fairbanks, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews are extremely positive (all 5-star ratings) but appear to describe recreational facilities and museums rather than daycare services. Visitors praise kid-friendly activities, outdoor recreation like sledding and ice climbing, well-equipped gym facilities, and educational museum exhibits about Alaska Native cultures.
Kid-friendly snow activitiesfriendly and helpful stafffree weekend parkingfully equipped gym with cardio and weightlifting equipment - 2The Learning Center - Dc Infants4.38 score4.5(15)
1510 19th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews consistently praise the facility's caring and compassionate staff. Parents highlight the kindness, understanding, and genuine care provided by employees. The facility is described as a welcoming environment with good lighting and aesthetic appeal.
Compassionate and caring staffkind and sincere treatmenthelpful and friendly employeesgood facility design with natural light and artistic elements - 3Thrivalaska School Age Program3.88 score3.8(7)
700 Auburn Dr, Fairbanks, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
ThrivAlaska School Age Program receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring staff, child development, and emotional support. However, some parents report serious concerns about safety, supervision, and hygiene practices with younger children.
Loving and caring teachersstrong child development and learningsupportive communication with parentschildren form meaningful relationships - 4Thrivalaska Head Start Birth To 5 -Fbks3.88 score3.8(7)
1949 Gillam Way, Fairbanks, AK · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children
ThrivAlaska Head Start receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff and child development, with parents noting strong teacher-child relationships and supportive communication. However, some parents report serious concerns about child safety, including unreported injuries, inadequate diaper changes, and insufficient supervision.
Caring and loving teachersstrong emotional support for familieschild development and learningsafe environment - 5Open Arms Child Development Center3.88 score3.8(8)
2980 Davis Road, Fairbanks, AK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Open Arms receives mostly positive reviews with parents praising the quality of care, staff professionalism, cleanliness, and educational activities. However, there are serious allegations of child abuse and management issues from a minority of reviewers, though investigations by child protective services did not substantiate these claims. Parents note the facility is expensive but many feel the quality justifies the cost.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in Fairbanks
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Fairbanks, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Fairbanks zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99701 | 12 | 4.63 | 5 | |
| 99709 | 9 | 4.01 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairbanks (– children)
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up to 30 children
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31–75 children
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76–150 children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Fairbanks based on parent reviews
Uaf Recreational Camp
414 Tanana Loop Student Recreation Center, Fairbanks, AK
Reviews are extremely positive (all 5-star ratings) but appear to describe recreational facilities and museums rather than daycare services. Visitors praise kid-friendly activities, outdoor recreation like sledding and ice climbing, well-equipped gym facilities, and educational museum exhibits about Alaska Native cultures.
The Learning Center - Dc Infants
1510 19th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK
Reviews consistently praise the facility's caring and compassionate staff. Parents highlight the kindness, understanding, and genuine care provided by employees. The facility is described as a welcoming environment with good lighting and aesthetic appeal.
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
3411 Lathrop Street, Suite A, Fairbanks, AK
One parent highlights exceptional care and academic preparation, noting their children were ahead in Kindergarten, while another criticizes administrative handling of an injury incident and poor customer service. A third review praises the combined school and gymnastics program, expressing a desire to continue enrollment beyond preschool.
Imagine That Childcare
1007 Evergreen Street, Fairbanks, AK
One parent highlights the facility's convenient 7am-6pm hours and caring staff, while another single mother praises the director's engagement. Conversely, a separate review details severe safety negligence, including a child injured by a staple, unattended infants, and poor hygiene practices.
The Learning Center
1404 20th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK
Room To Grow Preschool LLC
3283 Adams Drive, Fairbanks, AK
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Daycare types in Fairbanks
Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairbanks, Alaska
There are 19 child daycare & preschools in Fairbanks, Alaska, making up 83% of the 23 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Fairbanks have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 64% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.36 stars. Our analysis covers 96 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Fairbanks, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairbanks
Showing 19 results
- Address
- 1404 20th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Address
- 3283 Adams Drive, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 451-7475
- Address
- 1414 23rd Ave, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 458-6464
- Address
- 1949 South Gilliam Way, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 458-6434
Reviews are extremely positive (all 5-star ratings) but appear to describe recreational facilities and museums rather than daycare services. Visitors praise kid-friendly activities, outdoor recreation like sledding and ice climbing, well-equipped gym facilities, and educational museum exhibits about Alaska Native cultures.
- Address
- 414 Tanana Loop Student Recreation Center, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 474-6806
One parent highlights exceptional care and academic preparation, noting their children were ahead in Kindergarten, while another criticizes administrative handling of an injury incident and poor customer service. A third review praises the combined school and gymnastics program, expressing a desire to continue enrollment beyond preschool.
- Address
- 3411 Lathrop Street, Suite A, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 456-2263
One parent highlights the facility's convenient 7am-6pm hours and caring staff, while another single mother praises the director's engagement. Conversely, a separate review details severe safety negligence, including a child injured by a staple, unattended infants, and poor hygiene practices.
- Address
- 1007 Evergreen Street, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 456-5478
Reviews consistently praise the facility's caring and compassionate staff. Parents highlight the kindness, understanding, and genuine care provided by employees. The facility is described as a welcoming environment with good lighting and aesthetic appeal.
- Address
- 1510 19th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 458-3564
- Address
- 1890 Marika Road, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 452-2621
Open Arms receives mostly positive reviews with parents praising the quality of care, staff professionalism, cleanliness, and educational activities. However, there are serious allegations of child abuse and management issues from a minority of reviewers, though investigations by child protective services did not substantiate these claims. Parents note the facility is expensive but many feel the quality justifies the cost.
- Address
- 2980 Davis Road, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 455-9466
ThrivAlaska School Age Program receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring staff, child development, and emotional support. However, some parents report serious concerns about safety, supervision, and hygiene practices with younger children.
- Address
- 700 Auburn Dr, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 479-5437
One parent describes a successful experience with the facility's support for mothers, while others report significant administrative delays and high costs for village residents. Another review cites unprofessional conduct, bias, and alleged HIPAA violations, advising against using the center.
- Address
- 1027 Evergreen St., Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 451-8164
One parent describes the staff as exceptional, friendly, and dedicated to providing a safe and outstanding learning environment. However, another review cites a serious safety concern involving a staff member with a history of negligence at a previous facility.
- Address
- 1112 Hess Avenue, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 479-6844
- Address
- 615 Monroe St, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 456-4574
- Address
- 65 Trinidad Dr., Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 450-9991
- Address
- 5000 Palo Verde Avenue, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 455-9466
- Address
- 2404 S. Barnette St, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 452-2621
The Alaska Club Summer Fun Camp in Fairbanks receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, engaging activities including swimming and trampoline jumping, and convenient hours that accommodate working parents. Children are reported to be excited about attending and well-supervised throughout the day.
- Address
- 747 Old Richardson Hwy, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 458-1758
- Address
- 526 Gaffney Road, Fairbanks, AK
- Phone
- (907) 451-0982
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Alaska's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alaska)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities