Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Denver, CO
Compare 193 child daycare & preschools in Denver. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Denver, Colorado at a glance
- Programs
- 193
- Avg rating
- 4.45/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,920
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 80
Denver has 193 licensed child daycare & preschools with 1,920 parent reviews averaging 4.45/5.80 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 54% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 80223 (avg 4.8 stars), while 80219 has the largest selection (35 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Denver
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 Einstein'S Academy4.8 score5(20)
3105 W Iowa Ave, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children
Parents consistently praise Little Einstein's Academy for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational focus. The bilingual curriculum, excellent parent communication through daily updates, and family-like atmosphere are frequently highlighted. Children show significant developmental progress and enjoy attending.
Caring and dedicated staffbilingual Spanish instructionstrong developmental progressexcellent parent communication via app - 2Iliff Preschool4.8 score5(20)
4140 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children
Iliff Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and well-rounded curriculum including academics, STEM, Spanish, music, and outdoor play. Parents highlight strong social-emotional development, small class sizes, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted as affordable and offers flexible scheduling with minimal closures compared to other preschools.
Dedicated and experienced teacherswarm and nurturing environmentcomprehensive curriculum (STEMSpanish - 3Plum Hill Preschool4.79 score5(19)
3060 South Dahlia St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Plum Hill Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its play-based curriculum, nurturing teachers, and child-centered approach. Parents highlight the clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, strong communication, and safe, caring environment that keeps children excited to attend.
Play-based learning philosophywarm and nurturing teachersclean and organized facilitiesoutdoor play in all weather - 4Lil' Peoples Learning Center4.77 score5(17)
18613 E 48th Ave, Bldg D, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Lil' Peoples Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong educational focus. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, and confidence. Many describe the center as exceeding expectations and providing a nurturing, welcoming environment.
Caring and compassionate staffhands-on teachersindividualized educationsafe environment - 5Denver Tour Club4.75 score5(15)
400 S Williams Street, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Denver Tour Club is a highly-rated summer camp and day program led by founder Sam that specializes in guided tours and activities throughout Denver. Parents consistently praise Sam's organization, kindness, and ability to engage children while exploring local landmarks, museums, outdoor activities, and recreational facilities. The program offers flexible scheduling with individual day sign-ups and maintains small group sizes for personalized attention.
Knowledgeable and caring instructor (Sam)unique and creative itinerariesexploration of Denver landmarks and attractionssmall group sizes with individual attention - 6The Golden Triangle Learning Center St. Johns4.72 score4.9(20)
1080 Kalamath St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Parents consistently praise THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE LEARNING CENTER ST. JOHNS (also referred to as 1080 Learning Center) for its caring, communicative staff and clean facility. Reviewers highlight the center's educational curriculum, frequent outdoor activities, and strong teacher-child relationships. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents reporting positive experiences across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms.
Kind and responsive stafffrequent parent communication and daily updatesclean facilityplanned educational curriculum with crafts and activities - 7Children'S Learning Center4.72 score4.9(20)
2817 Zenobia St, Denver, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 129 children
Children's Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness and excitement about attending, as well as the school's Spanish immersion program and balanced curriculum combining academics with social-emotional learning.
Loving and compassionate staffclean and organized facilitySpanish immersion programstrong community atmosphere - 8Anchor Center For Blind Children4.72 score4.9(20)
2550 Roslyn St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Anchor Center for Blind Children in Denver is a specialized preschool dedicated to serving children with visual impairments and sight-related challenges. Parents consistently praise the center for its highly trained and compassionate staff, expert vision care services, and supportive approach that helps children develop and overcome challenges. The facility is described as a caring, community-supported program that makes a meaningful difference in children's lives.
Highly trained and experienced staffspecialized vision care and monitoringcompassionate and patient approachbeautiful facility - 9Steele Cooperative Preschool4.69 score5(11)
3746 Grove St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Steele Cooperative Preschool receives unanimous five-star ratings from parents who praise the small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and strong community atmosphere. Parents consistently report that their children are excited to attend and experience significant developmental growth in a supportive, caring environment. The cooperative model allowing parental involvement is highlighted as a major benefit.
Small class sizescaring and attentive teachersindividual student attentionstrong parent community - 10Larks Preschool4.69 score5(11)
730 S Logan St, Denver, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Larks Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the nurturing, play-based learning environment and experienced teachers led by Ms. Bridget. Parents consistently highlight the low student-to-teacher ratio, individualized attention, and strong community fostered through family events. Children show excitement for school and significant developmental growth across academic, social, and emotional domains.
Experienced and consistent teacherslow student-to-teacher ratioplay-based and child-led curriculummixed-age interactions
Rating Distribution
Based on 148 daycares with Google ratings in Denver
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,920 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Denver, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Denver zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80223 | 11 | 4.8 | 1 | |
| 80210 | 29 | 4.76 | 6 | |
| 80229 | 5 | 4.7 | 1 | |
| 80224 | 10 | 4.7 | 2 | |
| 80207 | 16 | 4.7 | 4 | |
| 80219 | 35 | 4.67 | 8 | |
| 80220 | 27 | 4.59 | 5 | |
| 80212 | 8 | 4.58 | 2 | |
| 80246 | 5 | 4.57 | 2 | |
| 80209 | 16 | 4.54 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Denver (8–400 children)
Small
up to 30 children
76
Medium
31–75 children
179
Large
76–150 children
149
Very Large
150+ children
45
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Denver based on parent reviews
Little Einstein'S Academy
3105 W Iowa Ave, Denver, CO
Parents consistently praise Little Einstein's Academy for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational focus. The bilingual curriculum, excellent parent communication through daily updates, and family-like atmosphere are frequently highlighted. Children show significant developmental progress and enjoy attending.
Iliff Preschool
4140 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO
Iliff Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and well-rounded curriculum including academics, STEM, Spanish, music, and outdoor play. Parents highlight strong social-emotional development, small class sizes, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted as affordable and offers flexible scheduling with minimal closures compared to other preschools.
Plum Hill Preschool
3060 South Dahlia St, Denver, CO
Plum Hill Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its play-based curriculum, nurturing teachers, and child-centered approach. Parents highlight the clean facilities, outdoor play opportunities, strong communication, and safe, caring environment that keeps children excited to attend.
Lil' Peoples Learning Center
18613 E 48th Ave, Bldg D, Denver, CO
Lil' Peoples Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong educational focus. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, and confidence. Many describe the center as exceeding expectations and providing a nurturing, welcoming environment.
Denver Tour Club
400 S Williams Street, Denver, CO
Denver Tour Club is a highly-rated summer camp and day program led by founder Sam that specializes in guided tours and activities throughout Denver. Parents consistently praise Sam's organization, kindness, and ability to engage children while exploring local landmarks, museums, outdoor activities, and recreational facilities. The program offers flexible scheduling with individual day sign-ups and maintains small group sizes for personalized attention.
The Golden Triangle Learning Center St. Johns
1080 Kalamath St, Denver, CO
Parents consistently praise THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE LEARNING CENTER ST. JOHNS (also referred to as 1080 Learning Center) for its caring, communicative staff and clean facility. Reviewers highlight the center's educational curriculum, frequent outdoor activities, and strong teacher-child relationships. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents reporting positive experiences across infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Denver, Colorado
Denver offers a diverse mix of childcare options, from community centers to specialized academies, catering to various family needs and schedules. Parents consistently highlight clean facilities, safe environments, and affordable pricing as key priorities when making their choice. For those seeking the highest-rated options, the 80223 zip code stands out with an impressive average rating of 4.8/5 across its local facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Denver have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 148 rated facilities, with 54% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.47 stars. Our analysis covers 1,920 parent reviews. Parents in Denver most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring staff.
When choosing a daycare in Denver, 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 Denver
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- Address
- 4176 E Florida Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 201-3929
- Quality
Sunflower Hill Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, play-based Waldorf approach and strong community building. Parents highlight the caring leadership of Kathy, patient staff, extensive outdoor time, and magical seasonal celebrations. Children are reported to thrive emotionally and socially in this environment.
- Address
- 1520 S Glencoe St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 489-2985
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- 3545 Pecos St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 839-1236
Primrose School at Stapleton receives consistently high marks from parents who praise the dedicated, nurturing staff and welcoming family atmosphere. Parents report their children are well-prepared academically and socially for school, and appreciate the daily photo/video updates and strong communication from administration. Multiple families mention low teacher turnover and a genuine sense of community.
- Address
- 2501 Syracuse St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 322-2720
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- Address
- 2040 S York St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 871-1298
- Quality
- Address
- 25 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 524-2734
- Address
- 990 Alcott, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 534-5121
Parents consistently praise Catholic Charities Early Childhood @ Mariposa for its welcoming and professional staff who genuinely care about children's development and well-being. The facility is well-regarded for its programs and services, with families noting their children are happy and thriving. One parent noted some inconsistency in teacher quality but still recommended the center overall.
- Address
- 1240 W 10th Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 799-9275
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- 2270 Humboldt, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 478-3708
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- 3155 Elizabeth St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 377-7529
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- Address
- 2940 Curtis, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 295-7711
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- Address
- 1475 E 33rd Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 273-7733
- Address
- 2820 Harrison St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 273-7733
Note: These reviews are for the Denver Botanic Gardens attraction, not a summer camp program. Reviews describe the gardens as a beautiful urban oasis with stunning architecture, well-maintained exhibits, seasonal events like Blossoms of Light, and diverse programming. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and highly recommend the facility.
- Address
- 1005 York St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 370-8042
- Address
- 2201 E Asbury, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 871-3908
- Address
- 2626 W Evans Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 424-0000
- Quality
Parents highlight the nurturing environment, experienced and low-turnover staff, and strong communication that support children's social, emotional, and academic growth. Families report high satisfaction with the Montessori approach, noting significant improvements in independence and readiness for kindergarten.
- Address
- 1467 Birch St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 322-8324
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- Address
- 1463 Ivy St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 333-1457
- Address
- 1700 S Holly St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 810-7313
This facility receives consistently positive feedback from members praising the staff's friendliness, cleanliness, and variety of programs. Parents specifically highlight the Adventure Zone, swim classes, and Parents Night Out services, noting their children are happy and safe. The YMCA offers excellent value with reasonable membership costs and flexible hours.
- Address
- 2625 S Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 524-2734
- Address
- 1345 W Dakota Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 733-5806
- Address
- 7100 Cherry Creek Dr, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 524-2700
- Address
- 144 N Rampart Way, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 523-7590
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- Address
- 7808 Cherry Creek S. Dr, # 3-300, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 863-8920
- Quality
Parents consistently praise THE GODDARD SCHOOL STAPLETON for its caring staff, engaged owner Lance, and nurturing environment. Children show notable developmental progress and enthusiasm about attending. Parents appreciate strong communication, daily reports, and age-appropriate activities.
- Address
- 4901 N Wabash St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 943-0672
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Knowledge Beginnings for exceptional care, teaching quality, and strong community atmosphere. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and engaged with children across all age groups from infants through pre-K. The center is noted for cleanliness, safety, extended hours, nutritious meals, and enrichment programs that prepare children well for kindergarten.
- Address
- 10325 E 31st Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 329-4405
- Quality
Reviewers highlight a supportive environment where children develop emotional, social, and academic skills through hands-on Montessori materials at their own pace. Parents appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, well-structured curriculum, and dedicated teaching staff who foster respect and community.
- Address
- 2211 Xanthia Way, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 322-8324
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- 13399 E Albrook Dr, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (720) 424-5660
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- 4895 Peoria St, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (970) 699-0471
- Address
- 12000 E 47th Ave, Denver, CO
- Phone
- (303) 574-1360
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