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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Eaton, CO

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Eaton. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Eaton, Colorado at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.23/5
Parent reviews
24
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Eaton has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 24 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eaton

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.

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    Eaton Area Community Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1675 3rd Street, Eaton, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Parents consistently praise the Eaton Area Community Center as a well-maintained, family-friendly facility with excellent staff. The center offers diverse amenities including a gym, aquatic facilities with pool and water slide, recreation classes, and community programming that serves all ages.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffmodern equipmentvariety of amenities (gym

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Eaton

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Eaton, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

4avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.35avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Eaton (26–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Eaton based on parent reviews

Eaton Area Community Center

4.7(20)

1675 3rd Street, Eaton, CO

Parents consistently praise the Eaton Area Community Center as a well-maintained, family-friendly facility with excellent staff. The center offers diverse amenities including a gym, aquatic facilities with pool and water slide, recreation classes, and community programming that serves all ages.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffmodern equipment

Eaton Early Learning Center

4(2)

25 S Cottonwood, Eaton, CO

One parent enthusiastically describes the staff as great and notes their son's excitement for school, while another criticizes the center for poor communication, lack of parent involvement opportunities, and unprofessional handling of incidents.

Supportive staffenthusiastic childrenhighly recommended for preschool readiness

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Daycare types in Eaton

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Eaton, Colorado

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Eaton, Colorado, making up 50% of the 4 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Eaton have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.35 stars. Our analysis covers 24 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Eaton, 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 Eaton

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Eaton Area Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise the Eaton Area Community Center as a well-maintained, family-friendly facility with excellent staff. The center offers diverse amenities including a gym, aquatic facilities with pool and water slide, recreation classes, and community programming that serves all ages.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffmodern equipment
Address
1675 3rd Street, Eaton, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Eaton Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent enthusiastically describes the staff as great and notes their son's excitement for school, while another criticizes the center for poor communication, lack of parent involvement opportunities, and unprofessional handling of incidents.

Supportive staffenthusiastic childrenhighly recommended for preschool readiness
Address
25 S Cottonwood, Eaton, CO
Phone
(970) 454-9400
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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Eaton, Colorado, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Eaton have an average Google rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Eaton, 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
Eaton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Eaton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Eaton 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.