22 Child Daycare & Preschools in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Browse all 22 child daycare & preschools in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Highlands Ranch
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.
- 1Espree Child Learning Center4.67 score5(10)
5811 Gleneagles Village Pkwy, Highlands Ranch, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Parents consistently praise Espree Child Learning Center as an exceptional academic learning environment with highly qualified, stable staff. Multiple families highlight strong academic advancement, structured yet flexible programming, and genuine care from leadership. The center is frequently compared favorably to competitors and recommended based on word-of-mouth reputation.
Exceptional teachers with low turnover (10+ years average)advanced academic curriculumdifferentiated learning for accelerated studentsyear-round programming - 2St. Andrew Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
9203 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 128 children
St. Andrew Preschool is a religious facility in Highlands Ranch with highly positive reviews (all 5/5 ratings). Parents praise the caring staff, welcoming community, and affordable program, though one parent noted the facility closes for summer requiring alternative childcare arrangements.
Caring and loving staffwelcoming communityaffordable pricinggood program quality - 3Living Way Christian Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
345 E Wildcat Reserve Pkwy, Highlands Ranch, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 102 children
Living Way Christian Preschool receives consistently high ratings with parents praising the Christ-centered curriculum and focus on values that matter most to families. Parents highlight the welcoming community, excellent pastoral leadership, and well-maintained facilities. The preschool appears to successfully combine religious education with quality childcare.
Christ-centered curriculumfocus on values and faith developmentwelcoming and friendly communityexcellent pastor and leadership - 4St Luke'S Little School4.54 score4.7(17)
8817 S Broadway, Highlands Ranch, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children
St. Luke's Little School is part of a welcoming Methodist church community in Highlands Ranch that emphasizes kindness, inclusivity, and family support. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, engaging leadership, and variety of programs available for both children and adults. The facility is noted for its strong music programs, community focus, and non-judgmental atmosphere.
welcoming and kind staff and congregationengaging sermons and leadershipexcellent music programsvariety of children's programs (VBS - 5Kidstown Highlands Ranch4.48 score4.6(20)
537 W Highlands Ranch Pkwy, # 110, Highlands Ranch, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
Parents consistently praise Kidstown Highlands Ranch as a flexible, drop-in daycare facility with extended hours and no reservation requirements. They highlight the clean facility, caring staff, affordable pricing, and positive child experiences. Multiple parents travel significant distances to use this service as their backup or last-minute childcare solution.
Drop-in childcare with no reservations requiredflexible hourly billing (max 6 hours/day)extended hours (until 8pm weekdays and 10pm Saturdays)clean facility - 6Primrose School Of Highlands Ranch4.48 score4.6(20)
9055 S Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 176 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Highlands Ranch for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong developmental progress and smooth transitions, with parents appreciating low staff turnover, excellent communication through the app, and quality facilities. The center is highly recommended by families who have used it for multiple years and multiple children.
Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoversmooth transitio - 7Smart Bear Learning4.48 score4.6(20)
6388 E County Line Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children
Smart Bear Learning receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children and appreciate the transparent daily communication through the Tadpoles app. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, quality meals, and flexibility in scheduling.
Staff professionalism and genuine caredevelopmental progress and learning outcomesdaily parent communication via appclean and well-organized facility - 8Westridge Day Camp4.4 score4.5(20)
9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Westridge Community/Recreation Center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, diverse amenities (pools, gym equipment, batting cages, sports fields), and exceptional staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Cleanwell-maintained facilities; multiple amenities including pools with shallow areas for young childrengym equipmentbatting cages - 9Westridge Preschool4.4 score4.5(20)
9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
These reviews appear to be for Westridge Community Center, a recreational facility, not a preschool daycare. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained facilities with multiple amenities including pools, gym equipment, batting cages, and sports fields. Staff receives consistent recognition for being friendly, helpful, and going above and beyond for patrons.
Clean and well-maintained facilitiesmultiple amenities (poolsgymbatting cages - 10Little Peoples Landing Highlands Ranch4.4 score4.5(20)
122 Plaza Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children
Little People's Landing Highlands Ranch receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, benefit from diverse activities, and thrive developmentally. The facility is noted for strong leadership, staff longevity, and family-oriented programming.
Warm and attentive staffclean and safe facilityvariety of activitiesstrong leadership (directors Kelsey
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Highlands Ranch based on parent reviews
Espree Child Learning Center
5811 Gleneagles Village Pkwy, Highlands Ranch, CO
Parents consistently praise Espree Child Learning Center as an exceptional academic learning environment with highly qualified, stable staff. Multiple families highlight strong academic advancement, structured yet flexible programming, and genuine care from leadership. The center is frequently compared favorably to competitors and recommended based on word-of-mouth reputation.
Kidstown Highlands Ranch
537 W Highlands Ranch Pkwy, # 110, Highlands Ranch, CO
Parents consistently praise Kidstown Highlands Ranch as a flexible, drop-in daycare facility with extended hours and no reservation requirements. They highlight the clean facility, caring staff, affordable pricing, and positive child experiences. Multiple parents travel significant distances to use this service as their backup or last-minute childcare solution.
Primrose School Of Highlands Ranch
9055 S Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Highlands Ranch for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong developmental progress and smooth transitions, with parents appreciating low staff turnover, excellent communication through the app, and quality facilities. The center is highly recommended by families who have used it for multiple years and multiple children.
Smart Bear Learning
6388 E County Line Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO
Smart Bear Learning receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children and appreciate the transparent daily communication through the Tadpoles app. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, quality meals, and flexibility in scheduling.
Westridge Day Camp
9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Westridge Community/Recreation Center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, diverse amenities (pools, gym equipment, batting cages, sports fields), and exceptional staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Westridge Preschool
9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
These reviews appear to be for Westridge Community Center, a recreational facility, not a preschool daycare. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained facilities with multiple amenities including pools, gym equipment, batting cages, and sports fields. Staff receives consistent recognition for being friendly, helpful, and going above and beyond for patrons.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
There are 22 child daycare & preschools in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, making up 35% of the 62 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 Highlands Ranch, 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 Highlands Ranch
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Parents consistently praise Espree Child Learning Center as an exceptional academic learning environment with highly qualified, stable staff. Multiple families highlight strong academic advancement, structured yet flexible programming, and genuine care from leadership. The center is frequently compared favorably to competitors and recommended based on word-of-mouth reputation.
- Address
- 5811 Gleneagles Village Pkwy, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 471-1111
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Kidstown Highlands Ranch as a flexible, drop-in daycare facility with extended hours and no reservation requirements. They highlight the clean facility, caring staff, affordable pricing, and positive child experiences. Multiple parents travel significant distances to use this service as their backup or last-minute childcare solution.
- Address
- 537 W Highlands Ranch Pkwy, # 110, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (720) 344-4250
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Highlands Ranch for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong developmental progress and smooth transitions, with parents appreciating low staff turnover, excellent communication through the app, and quality facilities. The center is highly recommended by families who have used it for multiple years and multiple children.
- Address
- 9055 S Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 346-6480
- Quality
Smart Bear Learning receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children and appreciate the transparent daily communication through the Tadpoles app. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, quality meals, and flexibility in scheduling.
- Address
- 6388 E County Line Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 770-0141
- Quality
NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Westridge Community/Recreation Center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, diverse amenities (pools, gym equipment, batting cages, sports fields), and exceptional staff friendliness and helpfulness.
- Address
- 9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 471-8880
These reviews appear to be for Westridge Community Center, a recreational facility, not a preschool daycare. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained facilities with multiple amenities including pools, gym equipment, batting cages, and sports fields. Staff receives consistent recognition for being friendly, helpful, and going above and beyond for patrons.
- Address
- 9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (720) 348-8214
- Quality
Little People's Landing Highlands Ranch receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, benefit from diverse activities, and thrive developmentally. The facility is noted for strong leadership, staff longevity, and family-oriented programming.
- Address
- 122 Plaza Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (720) 344-4180
AVID4 Adventure is a summer camp program offering outdoor adventure activities for children ages 6+. Parents consistently praise the experienced counselors, skill-building opportunities, and significant confidence gains children experience. All reviews highlight children's enthusiasm to return and meaningful personal growth.
- Address
- 1305 W. Timbervale Trail, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Highlands Ranch Learning Center (now operating as The Nest) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, clean facilities, and strong curriculum. Parents highlight significant improvements following the transition to Nest management, including new equipment, playground renovations, and responsive administration. Children are reported to enjoy attending and show consistent learning and development.
- Address
- 405 Dad Clark Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 346-6714
- Quality
Our Village Children's Academy receives consistent 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight smooth transitions for their children, engaging activities, and strong communication from teachers. Multiple families report their children thrive academically and emotionally at the facility.
- Address
- 9314 Commerce Center Street, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Quality
Legacy Preschool in Highlands Ranch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, child development outcomes, and engaging events. However, one parent reported negative experiences with staff attitudes, inconsistent communication, and feeling their family was not a good fit for the school.
- Address
- 8373 Burnley Ct, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 791-7777
- Quality
- Address
- 1733 Dad Clark Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 744-1069
Highlands Ranch Comm Assoc Day Camp is a highly-rated community recreation center offering diverse amenities including pools, fitness facilities, rock climbing, and recreational programs. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, welcoming staff, and family-friendly environment. The center serves multiple age groups with activities ranging from swim lessons to fitness classes.
- Address
- 9568 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 471-8880
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for its caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and sense of community. Children show significant developmental progress and parents appreciate daily communication via app, photos, and videos. The facility offers nutritious meals, enrichment programs, and maintains high cleanliness and safety standards.
- Address
- 9290 Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (720) 344-0330
- Quality
- Address
- 9375 Cresthill Ln, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 387-0821
- Address
- 6161 Business Center Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 471-1668
- Quality
Highlands Ranch Community Association is a well-maintained recreation center facility with modern amenities and friendly staff. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, variety of activities, and equipment including pools, climbing walls, and fitness options. The center offers good value for HOA members in the community.
- Address
- 9568 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 471-1888
- Quality
- Address
- 8780 Venneford Ranch Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 387-7668
The Goddard School in Highlands Ranch receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, a warm and safe environment, and meaningful growth in academics, social skills, and emotional development. Leadership, particularly directors Adrienne and Josh and owners Sheri and Lauren, is noted for being genuinely invested in families.
- Address
- 1101 Sgt John Stiles Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- (303) 470-0990
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- Address
- 9760 S Hackberry St, Highlands Ranch, CO
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 1733 Dad Clark Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- Address
- 9195 Cresthill Lane, Highlands Ranch, CO
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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