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26 Child Daycare & Preschools in Arvada, Colorado

Browse all 26 child daycare & preschools in Arvada, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arvada

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

    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.

    Caring and patient teachersstrong academic instructionsignificant student advancementanimals integrated into daily activities
  2. 2

    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.

    Caring and loving staffexceptional leadership (Ms. AmyMs. KristaMs. Lana)
  3. 3

    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.

    Warm and caring teachersdaily gymnastics integrated into curriculumcreative and artistic activitiesplay-based learning approach
  4. 4
    Team 7-12
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    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.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly and welcoming staffheated indoor pool for therapy/wellnessoutdoor pool for recreation
  5. 5

    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.

    clean facilitiesfriendly staffaffordable pricingdual pools with lifeguards
  6. 6
    Fitzmorris Preschool
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    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.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful stafftwo pools with lifeguardsaffordable pricing
  7. 7

    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.

  8. 8
    Apex Park & Recreation
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    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.

    Multiple pools with water slides and hot tubsrock climbing classes with patient coachesice skating and hockey rinksfree indoor playground
  9. 9

    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.

    attentive and kind staffstructured learning environmentcurriculum qualitychild progress and development
  10. 10
    Lake Arbor Center
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    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.

    friendly and attentive staffclean facilitynice pool areawell-maintained playground

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Arvada based on parent reviews

Happy Valley Children'S Ranch

4.8(20)

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.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic instructionsignificant student advancement

Steele School For Early Learning

4.9(11)

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.

Caring and loving staffexceptional leadership (Ms. AmyMs. Krista

Learn Play Move Preschool @Dsg

5(8)

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.

Warm and caring teachersdaily gymnastics integrated into curriculumcreative and artistic activities

Team 7-12

4.6(20)

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.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and welcoming staffheated indoor pool for therapy/wellness

Little Loves Early Learning Center LLC

4.6(15)

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.

Apex Park & Recreation

4.5(20)

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.

Multiple pools with water slides and hot tubsrock climbing classes with patient coachesice skating and hockey rinks

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Arvada, Colorado

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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Arvada

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Learn Play Move Preschool @Dsg
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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.

Warm and caring teachersdaily gymnastics integrated into curriculumcreative and artistic activities
Address
5840 Lamar St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 424-2910
Quality
Kids Adventures LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6250 Independence Way, Arvada, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Steele School For Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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.

Caring and loving staffexceptional leadership (Ms. AmyMs. Krista
Address
5030 Carr St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 431-5653
Quality
Happy Valley Children'S Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic instructionsignificant student advancement
Address
7762 Quaker St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(720) 839-5023
Quality
Team 7-12
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and welcoming staffheated indoor pool for therapy/wellness
Address
6820 W 66th Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 403-2555
Little Loves Early Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Address
6454 Simms St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 431-1346
Quality
Primrose School Of West Woods
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

attentive and kind staffstructured learning environmentcurriculum quality
Address
16395 W 64th Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 431-1544
Quality
Apex Park & Recreation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Multiple pools with water slides and hot tubsrock climbing classes with patient coachesice skating and hockey rinks
Address
13150 W 72nd Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Lake Arbor Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

friendly and attentive staffclean facilitynice pool area
Address
7451 W 83rd Pl, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 403-2570
Quality
Little Seeds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Caring and nurturing staffconsistent primary caregiversSpanish immersion program
Address
5939 W 64th Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 886-9797
Quality
Foundations Ece
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

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.

Caring and attentive staffindividualized attentionstrong developmental outcomes
Address
12401 W 58th Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 456-7999
Dotties Day Care And Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

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.

Experienced and caring staffflexible operating hours for working familiesreasonable pricing
Address
6422 Vrain St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 426-6906
Quality
Oak Street Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

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.

Well-run learning centergood learning-to-cost ratiopartial JeffCo funding
Address
6711 Grandview Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 274-0519
Susan M Duncan Family Ymca Sierra
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

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.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staff (especially VeronicaLisa
Address
7751 Oak St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 422-4977
Little People Landing Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

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.

Caring and invested staffexcellent teacher-parent communicationsafe and nurturing environment
Address
7885 Allison Way, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 422-2916
Quality
Lincoln Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7180 Oak St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 467-5363
Quality
Champions
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7180 Oak St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(970) 699-0471
Campbell Cottage #5
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10425 W 64th Pl, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 421-1119
Quality
The Goddard School Of Arvada
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Responsive and proactive staffcaring and patient teachersclean and well-stocked classrooms
Address
14679 W 87th Pkwy, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 423-1869
Quality
The Academy Ece Of Arvada
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Caring and wonderful staffpositive and welcoming environmentwell-rounded teaching approach balancing exploration and focus time
Address
6412 Fig St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 424-4025
Quality
Kindercare Learning Centers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Caring and patient staffexperienced management (TammySherry
Address
6255 Simms St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 422-2923
Quality
Kindercare Learning Centers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Responsive and caring staff with low turnoverexcellent teacher-child relationshipsstrong leadership and family support
Address
14449 W 63rd Pl, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 432-2945
Quality
Prestige Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Professional staffstrong curriculumacademic preparation
Address
14659 West 86 Parkway, Arvada, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6055 W 68th Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Stars Kid Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6875 West 64th Avenue, Arvada, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5611 Zephyr Street, Arvada, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 26 child daycare & preschools daycares in Arvada, Colorado, out of 69 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Arvada, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Colorado's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Colorado)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Arvada offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 26 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 37 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 Colorado 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 Arvada for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Arvada must be licensed by Colorado'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.