
Browse all 26 child daycare & preschools in Arvada, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
7762 Quaker St, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children
Parents consistently praise Happy Valley Children's Ranch for its nurturing, family-like environment and exceptional staff. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with many advancing ahead of grade level. The integration of animals, outdoor play, and low-tech curriculum creates an engaging learning experience that children genuinely enjoy attending.
5030 Carr St, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children
Steele School for Early Learning receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional, caring staff, strong leadership, and warm, loving environment where children feel special and excited to attend. The center is noted for its small class sizes, effective communication, competitive pricing, and focus on learning through encouragement.
5840 Lamar St, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Learn Play Move Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, patient teachers and well-balanced curriculum combining academics with daily physical activity including gymnastics. Families consistently report their children enjoyed attending, developed strong foundational skills, and were well-prepared for kindergarten.
6820 W 66th Ave, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
TEAM 7-12 appears to be a recreational facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, gym, and basketball court. Parents appreciate the family-friendly atmosphere and summer day camp programs.
6250 Independence St, Arvada, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children
This facility is consistently praised across all reviews with a 5/5 rating. Parents highlight the clean, well-maintained pools, gym equipment, and friendly staff. The reasonable pricing and accessible amenities make it a popular choice for families and individuals seeking recreation and wellness services.
6250 Independence St, Arvada, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 64 children
Reviews are consistently positive with a 5/5 rating across all submissions. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and well-maintained equipment. The center is noted as not being crowded and offering good value for families.
6454 Simms St, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Little Loves Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, family-like environment, responsive staff, and child-focused approach as key strengths. Multiple parents report their children transitioned from unhappy experiences at other daycares to thriving at Little Loves, with improved attitudes toward attending and strong academic and social-emotional preparation for kindergarten.
13150 W 72nd Ave, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
APEX Park & Recreation is a highly-rated recreation center in Arvada offering diverse amenities including pools, ice skating, rock climbing, hockey, and gym facilities. Parents praise the clean facility, friendly staff, attentive lifeguards, and variety of activities for children. The center is noted as wheelchair accessible and offers competitive pricing for non-members.
16395 W 64th Ave, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 177 children
Primrose School of West Woods receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 10 reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the nurturing environment, qualified staff, structured curriculum, and visible child development. Two negative reviews cite concerns about teacher behavior during park outings and speeding by the school bus, though one parent who witnessed the field trip disputed the accuracy of the behavioral allegations.
7451 W 83rd Pl, Arvada, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Lake Arbor Center is a neighborhood facility in Arvada with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, cleanliness, and amenities including a pool and playground. The facility offers flexible enrollment and quality preschool programming through Apex.
Highest rated daycares in Arvada based on parent reviews
7762 Quaker St, Arvada, CO
Parents consistently praise Happy Valley Children's Ranch for its nurturing, family-like environment and exceptional staff. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with many advancing ahead of grade level. The integration of animals, outdoor play, and low-tech curriculum creates an engaging learning experience that children genuinely enjoy attending.
5030 Carr St, Arvada, CO
Steele School for Early Learning receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional, caring staff, strong leadership, and warm, loving environment where children feel special and excited to attend. The center is noted for its small class sizes, effective communication, competitive pricing, and focus on learning through encouragement.
5840 Lamar St, Arvada, CO
Learn Play Move Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, patient teachers and well-balanced curriculum combining academics with daily physical activity including gymnastics. Families consistently report their children enjoyed attending, developed strong foundational skills, and were well-prepared for kindergarten.
6820 W 66th Ave, Arvada, CO
TEAM 7-12 appears to be a recreational facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, gym, and basketball court. Parents appreciate the family-friendly atmosphere and summer day camp programs.
6454 Simms St, Arvada, CO
Little Loves Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, family-like environment, responsive staff, and child-focused approach as key strengths. Multiple parents report their children transitioned from unhappy experiences at other daycares to thriving at Little Loves, with improved attitudes toward attending and strong academic and social-emotional preparation for kindergarten.
13150 W 72nd Ave, Arvada, CO
APEX Park & Recreation is a highly-rated recreation center in Arvada offering diverse amenities including pools, ice skating, rock climbing, hockey, and gym facilities. Parents praise the clean facility, friendly staff, attentive lifeguards, and variety of activities for children. The center is noted as wheelchair accessible and offers competitive pricing for non-members.
There are 26 child daycare & preschools in Arvada, Colorado, making up 38% of the 69 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 Arvada, 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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Learn Play Move Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, patient teachers and well-balanced curriculum combining academics with daily physical activity including gymnastics. Families consistently report their children enjoyed attending, developed strong foundational skills, and were well-prepared for kindergarten.
Steele School for Early Learning receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the exceptional, caring staff, strong leadership, and warm, loving environment where children feel special and excited to attend. The center is noted for its small class sizes, effective communication, competitive pricing, and focus on learning through encouragement.
Parents consistently praise Happy Valley Children's Ranch for its nurturing, family-like environment and exceptional staff. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with many advancing ahead of grade level. The integration of animals, outdoor play, and low-tech curriculum creates an engaging learning experience that children genuinely enjoy attending.
TEAM 7-12 appears to be a recreational facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, gym, and basketball court. Parents appreciate the family-friendly atmosphere and summer day camp programs.
Little Loves Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, family-like environment, responsive staff, and child-focused approach as key strengths. Multiple parents report their children transitioned from unhappy experiences at other daycares to thriving at Little Loves, with improved attitudes toward attending and strong academic and social-emotional preparation for kindergarten.
Primrose School of West Woods receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 10 reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the nurturing environment, qualified staff, structured curriculum, and visible child development. Two negative reviews cite concerns about teacher behavior during park outings and speeding by the school bus, though one parent who witnessed the field trip disputed the accuracy of the behavioral allegations.
APEX Park & Recreation is a highly-rated recreation center in Arvada offering diverse amenities including pools, ice skating, rock climbing, hockey, and gym facilities. Parents praise the clean facility, friendly staff, attentive lifeguards, and variety of activities for children. The center is noted as wheelchair accessible and offers competitive pricing for non-members.
Lake Arbor Center is a neighborhood facility in Arvada with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, cleanliness, and amenities including a pool and playground. The facility offers flexible enrollment and quality preschool programming through Apex.
Little Seeds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight warm, caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, clean facilities, Spanish immersion programming, and engaging activities including outdoor play and arts/crafts.
Parents consistently praise Foundations ECE for its caring, attentive staff and individualized approach to early childhood education. Multiple reviewers highlight significant developmental progress in their children, including improvements in communication, social skills, and academic readiness. The owner and teachers are described as loving and dedicated, with parents expressing high confidence in their children's safety and well-being.
Dotties Day Care and Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising the experienced, caring staff, reasonable pricing, flexible hours, and educational programs across all age groups. However, there are serious allegations from one parent regarding child abuse and file destruction, along with complaints about poor customer service and information security practices.
Oak Street Child Development Center has a divided reputation with highly positive reviews praising the learning program, staff warmth, and value, but serious safety and management concerns raised by multiple parents regarding high teacher turnover, inadequate staffing ratios, insufficient supervision of infants, and alleged inappropriate handling of children.
This facility receives consistently high praise for cleanliness, friendly and helpful staff, and well-maintained equipment. Members highlight the less-crowded atmosphere compared to other Denver gyms and appreciate management's commitment to customer service. The center offers good value and a welcoming community environment.
Little People's Landing receives consistently high praise from parents, with most reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, excellent communication, safe learning environment, and strong developmental progress their children make. The center is described as a supportive community that goes above and beyond with activities, field trips, and special events.
The Goddard School of Arvada receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the responsive, caring staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' patience and dedication to whole-child development, as well as the cleanliness and quality of the facilities. The owner and leadership are noted for their passion and personal involvement in creating a supportive community for families.
The Academy ECE of Arvada receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight caring and wonderful teachers, a well-rounded curriculum with engaging activities, and excellent facilities including a gym and movement room. Children are reported to be thriving and genuinely enjoying attendance.
Parents consistently praise Arvada West KinderCare for its caring, experienced staff and strong communication through daily updates, photos, and videos. The center is noted for being clean, well-organized, and offering a well-rounded curriculum with creative activities and projects. Multiple parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and express sadness about having to transition their children to kindergarten.
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for its caring, experienced staff and strong leadership under Director Diane Case. Children show measurable learning and development across all age groups, from infants through preschool, and families report their kids enjoy attending daily. Communication through the app and regular updates help parents feel confident and connected to their child's experience.
Prestige Preschool Academy receives mixed reviews. Three parents praise the professional staff, strong curriculum, safety measures, and flexibility, while three parents report significant issues with staff communication, classroom ratios, unprofessional management, and poor parent interactions.
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