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36 Child Daycare & Preschools in Lakewood, Colorado

Browse all 36 child daycare & preschools in Lakewood, Colorado. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lakewood

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

    14099 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 28 children

    Green Mountain Village Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and play-based curriculum. Parents report their children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a warm, home-like environment. The facility is noted for exceptional flexibility, individualized attention, and strong communication with families.

    Caring and dedicated staffplay-based curriculumwarm home-like environmentindividualized attention to each child
  2. 2

    1390 Brentwood St, Lakewood, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Lakewood United Methodist Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, play-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially. The facility is noted for welcoming parent involvement and offering flexible program options.

    Exceptional and caring staffplay-based learning approachchild-led curriculumwelcoming community atmosphere
  3. 3
    Tiny Heart Academy
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    12755 W Cedar Dr, Lakewood, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 66 children

    Tiny Hearts Academy Lakewood receives universal praise from parents who have used the facility for extended periods. Parents consistently highlight the caring, organized staff, safe environment, strong community feel, and children's academic and social development. Multiple families report it as the best childcare option they've experienced.

    Caring and attentive teacherssafe and nurturing environmentexcellent communication via Brightwheel appstrong sense of community
  4. 4
    Sunflower Hill Child
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    7805 W Hampden Avenue, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunflower Hill as a warm, nurturing environment with caring and stable staff. Children thrive through play-based learning, extensive outdoor time, and creative activities, with parents noting smooth transitions and strong emotional development.

    Low teacher turnoverwarm and welcoming facilitycaring and patient teachersextensive outdoor time and well-maintained grounds
  5. 5

    5300 West Center Avenue, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Great Work Montessori School in Lakewood receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise its Montessori approach, warm environment, and individualized attention. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong engagement in learning and development of independence and life skills. The school is frequently recommended as a superior alternative to traditional public and private schools.

    Montessori hands-on learning approachwarm and welcoming atmosphereindividualized attentionsmall class sizes
  6. 6
    Zocalo Outreach
    4.58 score
    4.9(9)

    1380 Ammons St, Lakewood, CO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    The reviews appear to be for New Life In Christ Church rather than the Zocalo Outreach daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the church community, spiritual support, and hospitality. All ratings are 5/5 stars.

    Strong faith communitywelcoming and hospitableprovides support to those in needexcellent sermons
  7. 7
    Small Characters
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    10025 W Kentucky Dr, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    Small Characters is a highly-rated center-based preschool in Lakewood with consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the dedicated and caring staff, particularly director Andrew, for creating a safe, clean, and engaging environment where children thrive academically and socially. The program offers flexible scheduling, field trips, enrichment activities, and before/after school care with strong communication between staff and families.

    Caring and dedicated staffDirector Andrew highly praisedClean and secure facilityFlexible scheduling and pay-by-day option
  8. 8

    1004 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

    Home Early Learning Center in Lakewood receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and supportive learning environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center accommodates special needs, provides meals, and offers structured activities with assessments to track development.

    Caring and professional staffstrong parent communication with daily updates and photosmeals providedlearning assessments and skill tracking
  9. 9

    7400 W 20th Ave, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise Inspiration Preschool for its nurturing, nature-based learning environment and highly dedicated staff. Children show marked improvements in enthusiasm for learning and school attendance. The facility is described as thoughtfully designed with emphasis on outdoor exploration, creativity, and individualized attention.

    Caring and attentive staffsafe and welcoming environmentoutdoor play and nature-based curriculumcreative learning activities
  10. 10
    Lakewood Learning Center
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    946 Benton St, Lakewood, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Lakewood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, experienced staff, strong academic preparation, and community-focused environment. Parents report excellent teacher-child ratios, cleanliness, healthy meals, and low teacher turnover, with many noting their children's advanced academic performance upon entering kindergarten.

    Experienced and caring teacherslow teacher turnoverstrong academics and literacy outcomesex

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lakewood based on parent reviews

Sunflower Hill Child

4.8(15)

7805 W Hampden Avenue, Lakewood, CO

Parents consistently praise Sunflower Hill as a warm, nurturing environment with caring and stable staff. Children thrive through play-based learning, extensive outdoor time, and creative activities, with parents noting smooth transitions and strong emotional development.

Low teacher turnoverwarm and welcoming facilitycaring and patient teachers

Great Work Montessori School

5(7)

5300 West Center Avenue, Lakewood, CO

Great Work Montessori School in Lakewood receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise its Montessori approach, warm environment, and individualized attention. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong engagement in learning and development of independence and life skills. The school is frequently recommended as a superior alternative to traditional public and private schools.

Montessori hands-on learning approachwarm and welcoming atmosphereindividualized attention

Small Characters

4.7(20)

10025 W Kentucky Dr, Lakewood, CO

Small Characters is a highly-rated center-based preschool in Lakewood with consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the dedicated and caring staff, particularly director Andrew, for creating a safe, clean, and engaging environment where children thrive academically and socially. The program offers flexible scheduling, field trips, enrichment activities, and before/after school care with strong communication between staff and families.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Andrew highly praisedClean and secure facility

Home Early Learning Center

4.7(15)

1004 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO

Home Early Learning Center in Lakewood receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and supportive learning environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center accommodates special needs, provides meals, and offers structured activities with assessments to track development.

Caring and professional staffstrong parent communication with daily updates and photosmeals provided

Inspiration Preschool INC.

4.9(7)

7400 W 20th Ave, Lakewood, CO

Parents consistently praise Inspiration Preschool for its nurturing, nature-based learning environment and highly dedicated staff. Children show marked improvements in enthusiasm for learning and school attendance. The facility is described as thoughtfully designed with emphasis on outdoor exploration, creativity, and individualized attention.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and welcoming environmentoutdoor play and nature-based curriculum

Lakewood Learning Center

4.6(11)

946 Benton St, Lakewood, CO

Lakewood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, experienced staff, strong academic preparation, and community-focused environment. Parents report excellent teacher-child ratios, cleanliness, healthy meals, and low teacher turnover, with many noting their children's advanced academic performance upon entering kindergarten.

Experienced and caring teacherslow teacher turnoverstrong academics and literacy outcomes

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lakewood, Colorado

There are 36 child daycare & preschools in Lakewood, Colorado, making up 46% of the 79 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 Lakewood, 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 Lakewood

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Great Work Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Great Work Montessori School in Lakewood receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise its Montessori approach, warm environment, and individualized attention. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong engagement in learning and development of independence and life skills. The school is frequently recommended as a superior alternative to traditional public and private schools.

Montessori hands-on learning approachwarm and welcoming atmosphereindividualized attention
Address
5300 West Center Avenue, Lakewood, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Camp Paha
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1855 S Wright St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Inspiration Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Inspiration Preschool for its nurturing, nature-based learning environment and highly dedicated staff. Children show marked improvements in enthusiasm for learning and school attendance. The facility is described as thoughtfully designed with emphasis on outdoor exploration, creativity, and individualized attention.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and welcoming environmentoutdoor play and nature-based curriculum
Address
7400 W 20th Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(720) 542-3830
Sunflower Hill Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Sunflower Hill as a warm, nurturing environment with caring and stable staff. Children thrive through play-based learning, extensive outdoor time, and creative activities, with parents noting smooth transitions and strong emotional development.

Low teacher turnoverwarm and welcoming facilitycaring and patient teachers
Address
7805 W Hampden Avenue, Lakewood, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Small Characters
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Small Characters is a highly-rated center-based preschool in Lakewood with consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the dedicated and caring staff, particularly director Andrew, for creating a safe, clean, and engaging environment where children thrive academically and socially. The program offers flexible scheduling, field trips, enrichment activities, and before/after school care with strong communication between staff and families.

Caring and dedicated staffDirector Andrew highly praisedClean and secure facility
Address
10025 W Kentucky Dr, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(720) 924-6327
Home Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Home Early Learning Center in Lakewood receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and supportive learning environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center accommodates special needs, provides meals, and offers structured activities with assessments to track development.

Caring and professional staffstrong parent communication with daily updates and photosmeals provided
Address
1004 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Colorado Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Colorado Kids Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 five-star reviews praising the warm, enriching environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight the school's engaging programming, hands-on ownership, low teacher turnover, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. One negative review mentioned communication difficulties when trying to reach the school by phone.

Engaging and enriching curriculumdedicated and car
Address
10240 W 26th Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 551-3426
Quality
Little Harvard Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Harvard Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews highlighting caring staff, multilingual learning opportunities, clean facilities, and child development. However, one parent reported serious concerns about communication, staff attentiveness, health protocols, and medication administration in the toddler classroom.

Kind and loving staffmultilingual educationclean facility
Address
6381 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 274-5432
Lakewood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Lakewood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, experienced staff, strong academic preparation, and community-focused environment. Parents report excellent teacher-child ratios, cleanliness, healthy meals, and low teacher turnover, with many noting their children's advanced academic performance upon entering kindergarten.

Experienced and caring teacherslow teacher turnoverstrong academics and literacy outcomes
Address
946 Benton St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 237-7092
Quality
Irwin Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1505 S Pierson St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 982-9550
Patterson Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Patterson Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring teachers, individualized attention, and play-based learning approach. Most reviewers report their children thrived academically and socially. One negative review disputes the school's educational rigor, though this contrasts sharply with the consensus.

Caring and attentive teachersindividualized child attentionplay-based learning environment
Address
8870 W Florida Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 985-0205
Quality
The Applewood School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Applewood School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, educational curriculum, and quality amenities. However, one parent reported significant behavioral support challenges, poor communication during their child's difficulties, and an abrupt disenrollment without adequate transition notice.

Caring and educated teachershealthy chef-prepared mealsenrichment activities (soccer
Address
1690 Simms Street, Lakewood, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
First Growth Learning INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Bear Creek for its warm, attentive staff, clean facility, and strong educational curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The owner and director are noted as hands-on and responsive, with excellent communication and safety protocols. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and would recommend the center.

Warm and attentive staffclean well-maintained facilitystrong curriculum focused on academics and character development
Address
3395 S Kipling Pkwy, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 716-7147
Quality
Precious Angels Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Precious Angels Preschool receives consistent 5-star reviews praising the caring, experienced staff and strong leadership of owner Tammy. Parents highlight the kid-centric approach, research-backed curriculum, excellent communication, safety measures, and individualized attention to each child's needs and development.

Experienced and caring teacherslow staff turnoverstrong leadership and owner involvement
Address
3333 S Wadsworth Blvd, Unit C117, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 955-5381
Quality
Daniel'S Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1301 Union St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 233-7256
Childrens Ctr At Red Rocks Comm College
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The reviews provided are not about the daycare center, but rather about Red Rocks Community College (a higher education institution). This appears to be a data mismatch where college reviews were submitted instead of daycare reviews.

None - reviews are not relevant to daycare operations
Address
13300 W 6th Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 914-4633
Quality
Advantage Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Advantage Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents with typically developing children praise the clean facility, experienced staff, engaging activities, and convenient hours. However, multiple parents report the center has inappropriately dismissed children with special needs or developmental differences, sometimes abruptly, and cite management issues around accommodations for allergies and breastfeeding.

Clean facilityexperienced and caring teachersa
Address
155 Van Gordon St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 914-4548
Quality
Renaissance Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Renaissance Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the loving staff, educational quality, and children's happiness, while others report serious concerns about staff behavior including yelling, physical discipline, and poor customer service.

Attentive and caring staffnurturing environmentchildren excited about attending
Address
1797 Kendall St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 237-7613
Quality
City Of Lakewood Devinny Cottages
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12276 W Wisconsin Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 987-2490
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Lakewood receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication between teachers and families. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe and clean environmentwell-rounded curriculum balancing academics and play
Address
12850 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 237-7456
Quality
Patterson Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7735 W Florida, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 987-7249
Augustine Classical Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
480 S Kipling St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 233-3531
Quality
Jacob Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jacob Academy is a family-owned center-based daycare in Lakewood, Colorado with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring and invested teachers, positive learning environment, and strong developmental outcomes across all age groups from infants through preschool. Multiple families report their children are happy, safe, and eager to attend daily.

Kind and caring teachersfamily-ownedinfant room support and partnership with parents
Address
1139 S Alkire St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 986-2410
Quality
Jacob Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jacob Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents across all reviews, with particular praise for caring staff, quality curriculum, and developmental progress. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, on-site meals, flexible hours, and strong communication with families. The center appears to excel at infant and toddler development as well as older preschool programs.

Caring and experienced teachersresponsive managementclean facilities
Address
10790 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 984-4400
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Lakewood receives universally positive feedback from parents. Staff are described as caring, professional, and stable with low turnover. The center is praised for academic preparation, inclusive special needs support, flexible scheduling, and strong parent communication.

Caring and experienced stafflong-term employee retentionflexible scheduling
Address
348 S Owens St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 986-6259
Quality
Jacob Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jacob Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the caring teachers, enrichment activities, and nurturing environment. However, one 1-star review describes serious concerns including inadequate supervision, inappropriate discipline methods, and mishandled behavioral issues.

Friendly and caring teachersenrichment activities (tumble bussoccer)
Address
1020 S Flower St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 988-0020
Quality
5280 Early Childhood Education Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1690 Simms St, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 232-2304
Slater Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8605 W 23rd Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 982-2758
Quality
Our Lady Of Fatima Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10530 W 20th Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 274-4190
Quality
Kindercare Learning Centers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Rooney Ranch KinderCare for its nurturing environment, skilled and caring staff, and strong focus on child development. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting excellent communication and feeling confident in their child's safety and care.

Exceptional and passionate teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesenriching curriculum and activities
Address
13990 W Bates Ave, Lakewood, CO
Phone
(303) 716-6912
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 36 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lakewood, Colorado, out of 79 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 Lakewood, 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
Lakewood offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 36 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 31 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 Lakewood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lakewood 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.