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4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Estes Park, Colorado

Browse all 4 child daycare & preschools in Estes Park, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Estes Park

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
    Ymca Summer Day Camp
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    2515 Tunnel Rd, Estes Park, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 300 children

    Parents consistently praise YMCA of the Rockies as an excellent family vacation destination with abundant activities and amenities. The facility offers scenic mountain views, comfortable accommodations, friendly staff, and numerous complimentary and paid activities suitable for all ages. Guests frequently return year after year and highly recommend the location.

    scenic location near RMNPvariety of free activities (swimming poolmini golfroller skating
  2. 2
    Bennett Childrens Program
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    0 Ymca Of The Rockies, Estes Park, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    These reviews appear to be for the YMCA of the Rockies resort/vacation facility, not a daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the family-friendly environment, abundant activities, scenic location, and friendly staff. Most reviewers describe multi-day vacation stays rather than childcare services.

    Variety of onsite activities (swimmingmini golfroller skatingarchery

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Estes Park based on parent reviews

Ymca Summer Day Camp

4.1(20)

2515 Tunnel Rd, Estes Park, CO

Parents consistently praise YMCA of the Rockies as an excellent family vacation destination with abundant activities and amenities. The facility offers scenic mountain views, comfortable accommodations, friendly staff, and numerous complimentary and paid activities suitable for all ages. Guests frequently return year after year and highly recommend the location.

scenic location near RMNPvariety of free activities (swimming poolmini golf

Bennett Childrens Program

4.1(20)

0 Ymca Of The Rockies, Estes Park, CO

These reviews appear to be for the YMCA of the Rockies resort/vacation facility, not a daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the family-friendly environment, abundant activities, scenic location, and friendly staff. Most reviewers describe multi-day vacation stays rather than childcare services.

Variety of onsite activities (swimmingmini golfroller skating

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Daycare types in Estes Park

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Estes Park, Colorado

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Estes Park, Colorado, making up 67% of the 6 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 Estes Park, 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 Estes Park

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Ymca Summer Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise YMCA of the Rockies as an excellent family vacation destination with abundant activities and amenities. The facility offers scenic mountain views, comfortable accommodations, friendly staff, and numerous complimentary and paid activities suitable for all ages. Guests frequently return year after year and highly recommend the location.

scenic location near RMNPvariety of free activities (swimming poolmini golf
Address
2515 Tunnel Rd, Estes Park, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bennett Childrens Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

These reviews appear to be for the YMCA of the Rockies resort/vacation facility, not a daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the family-friendly environment, abundant activities, scenic location, and friendly staff. Most reviewers describe multi-day vacation stays rather than childcare services.

Variety of onsite activities (swimmingmini golfroller skating
Address
0 Ymca Of The Rockies, Estes Park, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Lifelong Learning Of Estes Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
541 Lone Pine Dr, Estes Park, CO
Phone
(970) 577-9864
Mountain Top Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1250 Woodstock Drive, Estes Park, CO
Phone
(303) 586-6649
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Estes Park, Colorado, out of 6 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 Estes Park, 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
Estes Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Estes Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Estes Park 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.