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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Las Animas, CO

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Las Animas. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Las Animas, Colorado at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Las Animas offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.2/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Las Animas

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
    Bent County Early Learning Center
    3.65 score
    3.4(7)

    810 W 3rd St, Las Animas, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, appearance, friendly staff, and home-like atmosphere. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inconsistent staff quality, poor management compliance, administrative dishonesty, and critical incidents involving resident safety.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staff memberspleasant atmosphere with fresh cooking smellsattentive employees

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Las Animas

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Las Animas, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Las Animas (35–45 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Las Animas based on parent reviews

Otero Junior College Child Develp Svc

5(1)

161 Vigil, Las Animas, CO

One parent highlights the dedication and reliability of a specific home visitor, Alex Shw, noting her ability to manage chaotic schedule changes with a positive attitude. The reviewer praises her teaching skills and recommends requesting her for early head start programs.

reliable and happy demeanorknowledgeable teaching skillseffective skill development for children

Bent County Early Learning Center

3.4(7)

810 W 3rd St, Las Animas, CO

Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, appearance, friendly staff, and home-like atmosphere. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inconsistent staff quality, poor management compliance, administrative dishonesty, and critical incidents involving resident safety.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staff memberspleasant atmosphere with fresh cooking smells

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Daycare types in Las Animas

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Las Animas, Colorado

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Las Animas, Colorado, making up 67% of the 3 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 Las Animas have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Las Animas, 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 Las Animas

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Otero Junior College Child Develp Svc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the dedication and reliability of a specific home visitor, Alex Shw, noting her ability to manage chaotic schedule changes with a positive attitude. The reviewer praises her teaching skills and recommends requesting her for early head start programs.

reliable and happy demeanorknowledgeable teaching skillseffective skill development for children
Address
161 Vigil, Las Animas, CO
Phone
(719) 384-3180
Bent County Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, appearance, friendly staff, and home-like atmosphere. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inconsistent staff quality, poor management compliance, administrative dishonesty, and critical incidents involving resident safety.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staff memberspleasant atmosphere with fresh cooking smells
Address
810 W 3rd St, Las Animas, CO
Phone
(719) 456-1254

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Las Animas, Colorado, out of 3 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 Las Animas have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Las Animas, 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
Las Animas offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Las Animas for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Las Animas 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.