
Browse all 78 child daycare & preschools in Aurora, 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.
6295 S Main St, Ste B113, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children
Denver International Schoolhouse is a highly regarded Spanish immersion daycare in Aurora with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, bilingual education outcomes, clean facilities, and strong parent communication. The center is led by Director Jaime and serves infants through pre-K with flexible hours.
16992 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 127 children
Parents consistently praise iKid Academy for its caring, attentive staff led by owner Olga, clean facilities, and focus on child development and nutrition. Children reportedly transition well to the center and show happiness during drop-offs and pick-ups, with parents receiving regular photo updates and detailed daily reports.
3290 S Tower Rd, Aurora, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
Peace with Christ Early Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the experienced, caring staff, strong academic and social development, and nurturing environment. Children reportedly love attending and show significant progress.
4210 S Chambers Rd, Aurora, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 64 children
Holy Love Preschool in Aurora receives unanimous 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled teachers and warm, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the strong academic preparation combined with Christian values, small class sizes allowing individualized attention, and genuine staff commitment to each child's growth and development.
5950 S Gun Club Rd, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 164 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Saddle Rock for its warm, caring staff, strong leadership, and engaging curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and parents feel confident in their safety and development. The facility is noted for its secure location, professional communication, and enrichment activities.
15500 E Smoky Hill Rd, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children
Cherry Hill Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the caring, experienced staff and safe, clean environment. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and thriving under the center's attentive care, with several noting significant developmental progress and positive experiences after previous daycare challenges.
3290 S Tower Rd, Aurora, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 54 children
Peace With Christ Extended Student in Aurora is a religious facility that parents praise for its welcoming atmosphere and family-friendly environment. Reviews highlight the quality of pastoral leadership, Bible-centered education, and inclusive community that makes families feel at home. Parents consistently report positive experiences with the children's ministry and overall church culture.
5637 S Himalaya St, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children
Parents consistently praise The Nest Schools Smoky Hill location for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Children show strong academic and social development, with most reporting their kids are excited and eager to attend daily. Leadership and communication with parents are highlighted as exceptional.
2035 S Dayton St, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children
Parents consistently praise International Learning Center as a loving, family-like environment where children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, attentive and caring staff, thoughtful curriculum, and strong communication with families. Multiple long-term families express complete trust and recommend the center highly.
1300 S Chambers Cir, Aurora, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Parents consistently praise Village Green Preschool for its caring, engaged staff and safe, nurturing environment. The curriculum effectively prepares children for kindergarten through instruction in academics, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress and appreciate the school's focus on both academic and emotional growth.
Highest rated daycares in Aurora based on parent reviews
6295 S Main St, Ste B113, Aurora, CO
Denver International Schoolhouse is a highly regarded Spanish immersion daycare in Aurora with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, bilingual education outcomes, clean facilities, and strong parent communication. The center is led by Director Jaime and serves infants through pre-K with flexible hours.
5950 S Gun Club Rd, Aurora, CO
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Saddle Rock for its warm, caring staff, strong leadership, and engaging curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and parents feel confident in their safety and development. The facility is noted for its secure location, professional communication, and enrichment activities.
15500 E Smoky Hill Rd, Aurora, CO
Cherry Hill Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the caring, experienced staff and safe, clean environment. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and thriving under the center's attentive care, with several noting significant developmental progress and positive experiences after previous daycare challenges.
5637 S Himalaya St, Aurora, CO
Parents consistently praise The Nest Schools Smoky Hill location for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Children show strong academic and social development, with most reporting their kids are excited and eager to attend daily. Leadership and communication with parents are highlighted as exceptional.
2035 S Dayton St, Aurora, CO
Parents consistently praise International Learning Center as a loving, family-like environment where children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, attentive and caring staff, thoughtful curriculum, and strong communication with families. Multiple long-term families express complete trust and recommend the center highly.
1300 S Chambers Cir, Aurora, CO
Parents consistently praise Village Green Preschool for its caring, engaged staff and safe, nurturing environment. The curriculum effectively prepares children for kindergarten through instruction in academics, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress and appreciate the school's focus on both academic and emotional growth.
There are 78 child daycare & preschools in Aurora, Colorado, making up 39% of the 199 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 Aurora, 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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Little Steps Learning Center in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong developmental focus, clean facility, and family-like atmosphere. Children reportedly arrive excited and leave happy, with noticeable growth in learning and development.
Parker Learning Center in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight dedicated staff, personalized attention, clean facilities, strong academics, and excellent communication with families. Children show significant developmental growth and parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.
Fitzsimons Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current and former parents, with particular praise for individual teachers and their attentive, caring approach to child development. However, some prospective parents have experienced confusion with the enrollment process and eligibility restrictions, as the center prioritizes employees of affiliated healthcare institutions.
Little Ones Learning Center in Aurora receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for genuinely caring for children and treating them like their own. Parents report their children are excited to attend, develop normally, and form strong bonds with teachers. Long-term enrollment is common, with families staying 5+ years.
Parker Learning Center in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff (particularly mentioning Ms. Monica), clean facility, personalized attention to each child's development, and strong educational curriculum aligned with Colorado early childhood standards. The center has earned a Level 4 rating through Colorado Shines with no state violations.
Cribs 2 Crayons in Aurora receives consistent praise from parents for exceptional staff care, strong leadership, and a family-like environment. Parents report their children thrive in the structured setting and form meaningful bonds with teachers. Multiple families cite the center as superior to other daycares they evaluated.
Parents consistently praise this Montessori-based daycare for caring, attentive staff and a nurturing learning environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, gaining confidence and independence through hands-on learning. Families appreciate daily communication, Spanish immersion, life skills instruction, and the welcoming atmosphere.
Parents consistently praise Orchard Valley Learning Center as an exceptional facility with caring, attentive staff who create a home-like environment. Children show strong academic growth and genuine enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting the well-maintained facility, engaging activities, and reasonable pricing.
Rising Stars Daycare in Aurora receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff who create a nurturing environment, provide educational activities, and treat children with genuine kindness and support.
Bright Stars Child Care and Preschool in Aurora receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, owners who are flexible and responsive to family needs, and a clean, structured environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.
Parents overwhelmingly praise A Plus Learning Center for exceptional care, attentive staff, and genuine developmental focus. Multiple reviewers highlight the cleanliness, safety protocols, and educational support including specialized services like speech therapy. The center has earned strong loyalty with some families spanning multiple generations.
Bright Academy receives highly polarized reviews with parents either very satisfied or very dissatisfied. Positive reviewers praise the staff's kindness, educational programs, and facility improvements, while negative reviewers cite serious concerns about hygiene, sanitation, staff conduct, and educational quality.
Restoration Christian Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, quality care, and Christian education. However, a few parents report concerns about billing practices for CCAP participants, lack of professional communication regarding incidents, and staff training issues.
Parents consistently praise Children's Chalet Inc for its caring, professional staff and family-like environment. The facility receives universal five-star ratings, with parents highlighting strong communication, quality care, and reasonable pricing. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and would recommend it highly to other families.
Parents praise the multilingual immersion programs, particularly French and Spanish instruction, with students achieving strong language proficiency. However, reviews highlight significant concerns about administrative organization, inconsistent management across campuses, and infrastructure limitations. Overall experiences vary considerably depending on campus location and grade level.
Little Star Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Many parents praise the caring staff, cultural diversity, and their children's happiness and development, while others report serious concerns including staff insensitivity, inadequate supervision, poor cleanliness, and inappropriate teacher behavior.
THE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY & CHILDCARE CENTER receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviewers praise communication, teaching quality, and child development, while negative reviewers express frustration with nutritional guidelines, drop-off procedures, staff interactions, and perceived overreach into parenting decisions.
Global Village International Preschool in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is commended for its warm, caring staff, strong leadership under Director Ms. Judy, bilingual education approach, and safe, clean environment that makes children feel loved and at home.
The Goddard School Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, experienced staff who create a nurturing learning environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents appreciate the school's safety, communication, engaging curriculum, and sense of community.
No parent reviews specific to the daycare center were found. The reviews appear to be for The Salvation Army's broader community services including food assistance, youth programs, and social services rather than their daycare operations.
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