137 Child Daycare & Preschools in Little Rock, Arkansas
Browse all 137 child daycare & preschools in Little Rock, Arkansas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Little Rock
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.
- 1Little Rock Racquet Club4.72 score4.9(20)
1 Huntington Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Little Rock Racquet Club is highly praised for its excellent staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness classes, and equipment. Members consistently highlight the friendly and helpful customer service from front desk staff to instructors. The facility is described as accommodating, well-run, and a welcoming community space.
Excellent staff and customer serviceclean facilitieswell-maintained groundsquality pools with safety features - 2Pleasant Valley Day School4.72 score4.9(20)
10900 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and quality worship experience, though they do not address childcare services or educational programs.
Friendly and welcoming communityquality pastoral leadershipbeautiful facilitiesconvenient service times - 3Little Rock Athletic Club Kid'S Down Under Center4.64 score4.8(20)
4610 Sam Peck Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children
Little Rock Athletic Club Kid's Down Under Center receives consistently high ratings from members who praise the facility's amenities, welcoming atmosphere, and family-friendly environment. Parents appreciate the convenience of working out while their children have a safe place to play, and highlight the quality of staff and equipment maintenance. The club is noted as an important community resource that supports active, healthy family lifestyles.
welcoming and positive atmospheremultiple poolsvariety of fitness classes and equipmentquality staff - 4Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist Cdc INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
324 West 8th Street, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 379 children
Parents consistently praise Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist CDC for its loving, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Multiple families report their children have thrived emotionally and academically at the center, with many citing specific teachers who have made significant positive impacts. The facility is noted for convenient location, cleanliness, and strong communication with parents.
Caring and loving teachersnurturing environmentstaff dedicationconvenient downtown location with ample parking - 5Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K4.63 score4.8(18)
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the nature-based preschool program, well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and beautiful facilities with wooded grounds. The center offers diverse programming including camps, conferences, and family activities.
Nature-based outdoor educationwell-trained and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities with lake viewscomfortable rooms - 6Ferncliff Camp And Conference Center Summer Program4.63 score4.8(18)
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 234 children
Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center is a highly-regarded facility in Little Rock offering summer camps, nature preschool programs, and conference services. Parents consistently praise the well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality facilities including wooded grounds and lake views. Multiple families report their children have attended for years and love the experience.
Well-trained counselorswelcoming staffbeautiful facilitieswooded grounds with nature-based learning - 7Bundle Of Joy4.59 score4.8(14)
7515 Geyer Springs, Suite 15, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Bundle of Joy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving. However, one family noted significant concerns about staff turnover, declined care quality, and a safety incident involving unsupervised children.
Caring and attentive staffclean facilitystrong communication via appoutdoor play space - 8Pulaski Heights Umc-Clc4.56 score4.7(20)
4823 Woodlawn, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 677 children
These reviews are not for the daycare program but rather for Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church. The reviews consistently praise the church's sermons, welcoming community, and service opportunities, with visitors appreciating both in-person and online worship options.
Excellent sermons and spiritual leadershipwelcoming and friendly atmosphereclean facilitiesmultiple worship formats (in-person - 9St James United Methodist Church Elementary4.56 score4.7(20)
320 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR · Church Daycare · Capacity: 92 children
St. James United Methodist Church Elementary in Little Rock receives universal 5/5 ratings from reviewers. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong youth and children's programs, and the church's commitment to Christian values and community service across multiple generations of families.
welcoming congregationstrong youth ministry programsactivities for all agesChristian education and worship - 10Making A Difference Learning Centers4.55 score5(6)
8923 Sunset Lane, Little Rock, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 213 children
The reviews provided do not relate to the daycare center listed. Instead, they are reviews for a church (FCC) discussing worship services, Pastor Kelly, and the spiritual community. No actual parent reviews about MAKING A DIFFERENCE LEARNING CENTERS daycare services, child care quality, or educational programs are present.
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Highest rated daycares in Little Rock based on parent reviews
Little Rock Racquet Club
1 Huntington Road, Little Rock, AR
Little Rock Racquet Club is highly praised for its excellent staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness classes, and equipment. Members consistently highlight the friendly and helpful customer service from front desk staff to instructors. The facility is described as accommodating, well-run, and a welcoming community space.
Pleasant Valley Day School
10900 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR
This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and quality worship experience, though they do not address childcare services or educational programs.
Little Rock Athletic Club Kid'S Down Under Center
4610 Sam Peck Road, Little Rock, AR
Little Rock Athletic Club Kid's Down Under Center receives consistently high ratings from members who praise the facility's amenities, welcoming atmosphere, and family-friendly environment. Parents appreciate the convenience of working out while their children have a safe place to play, and highlight the quality of staff and equipment maintenance. The club is noted as an important community resource that supports active, healthy family lifestyles.
Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist Cdc INC.
324 West 8th Street, Little Rock, AR
Parents consistently praise Gertrude Remmel Butler Methodist CDC for its loving, dedicated staff and warm, nurturing environment. Multiple families report their children have thrived emotionally and academically at the center, with many citing specific teachers who have made significant positive impacts. The facility is noted for convenient location, cleanliness, and strong communication with parents.
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center Pre-K receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the nature-based preschool program, well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and beautiful facilities with wooded grounds. The center offers diverse programming including camps, conferences, and family activities.
Ferncliff Camp And Conference Center Summer Program
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR
Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center is a highly-regarded facility in Little Rock offering summer camps, nature preschool programs, and conference services. Parents consistently praise the well-trained staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality facilities including wooded grounds and lake views. Multiple families report their children have attended for years and love the experience.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Little Rock, Arkansas
There are 137 child daycare & preschools in Little Rock, Arkansas, making up 70% of the 195 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.
When choosing a daycare in Little Rock, 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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- Address
- 9720 Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 228-3830
The Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the caring staff, good teacher-to-student ratios, competitive pricing, and family-like atmosphere. However, four parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, inappropriate discipline practices, poor communication about health/safety issues, and allegations of physical abuse.
- Address
- 11610 Huron Lane, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 224-2003
Youth Home is an in-patient mental health facility for struggling teens, not a traditional daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive from current and former patients and parents, praising therapeutic care, trauma-informed staff, and life-changing outcomes. A small number of negative reviews cite concerns about isolation protocols during restricted status, staff qualification variability, and past experiences with rigid approaches to socialization.
- Address
- 20400 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 821-5500
Ms. Carries Day School receives mixed reviews. Five parents gave 5-star ratings praising staff care, flexibility, and children's happiness, while five parents gave 1-star ratings citing safety concerns, lack of supervision, favoritism, poor incident response, and unprofessional staff behavior.
- Address
- 1824 North Mississippi, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 225-4800
- Address
- 333 Executive Court, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 526-8770
- Address
- 315 South Hughes, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 663-5212
Parents consistently praise Full Potential Child Development Center for its caring, welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff who treat children like family. Multiple reviewers highlight significant child development and learning progress. One reviewer noted improvement in staff quality over time.
- Address
- 8109 Interstate 30, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 374-0360
Reviews are highly polarized. Recent positive reviews praise attentive staff, educational curriculum, daily communication via app, clean facilities, and fair pricing. However, older reviews report serious safety incidents including a broken arm, injuries to children, DHS involvement, police calls, and concerns about staff conduct and director responsiveness.
- Address
- 1410 West Daisy L Gatson Bates Dr, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 313-5339
- Address
- 6401 W 32nd St, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 568-2651
- Address
- 8508 Kanis Road, Suite A, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 223-3344
This facility has highly polarized reviews. Two 5-star reviews praise supportive staff members by name, while six 1-star reviews from former residents describe serious safety, cleanliness, and care concerns including alleged abuse, inadequate mental health support, poor food quality, and pest infestations.
- Address
- 2002 South Fillmore, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 570-5002
- Address
- 6800 Baseline Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 661-9291
- Address
- 3105 W 12th St, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 664-6707
- Address
- 3221 Anna Street, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 565-3555
- Address
- 16712 Arch Street Pike, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 888-8790
Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #191 for providing a nurturing, educational environment where children feel safe and loved. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and communicative, with strong leadership from directors who are responsive to parent concerns. Multiple parents emphasize the facility's educational approach and child development outcomes.
- Address
- 10700 Kanis Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 223-3337
Childcare Network #190 in Little Rock receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and strong curriculum that supports children's developmental growth. Parents report their children are excited to attend daily, form lasting friendships, and benefit from individualized attention and communication with teachers. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and led by supportive directors.
- Address
- 800 Kirk Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 821-0006
- Address
- 10800 Mara Lynn Rd, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 447-6500
- Address
- 824 North Tyler, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 664-2961
- Address
- 700 East 17th Street, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 447-1887
- Address
- 10324 Kanis Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 202-1945
- Address
- 4124 West 11th Street, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 603-9588
- Address
- 3200 South Bryant Street, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 562-3600
- Address
- 6500 Mabelvale Pike, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 747-1181
Childcare Network #205 in Little Rock receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and developmental progress of their children. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere, engaging activities, and exceptional care provided by the director Ms. Nicole and her team. Children show measurable gains in speech, potty training, academics, and social-emotional skills.
- Address
- 306 North Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 224-0978
- Address
- 7915 West Markham, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 447-3326
- Address
- 10900 Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 227-4963
- Address
- 12015 Hinson, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 225-2428
Pediatrics Plus Development Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviews praising the center's developmental approach, therapeutic services, and compassionate staff. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children across speech, social skills, potty training, and various therapies. One parent noted inconsistent front desk professionalism between staff members.
- Address
- 1900 Aldersgate Road, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 821-5459
- Address
- 3309 Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR
- Phone
- (501) 312-2229
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