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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Rocky Ford, CO

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Rocky Ford. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rocky Ford, Colorado at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Rocky Ford offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rocky Ford

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
    Rocky Ford Methodist Preschool
    4.06 score
    4.1(7)

    301 W Washington Ave, Rocky Ford, CO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 9 children

    Rocky Ford Methodist Preschool receives mostly positive feedback about its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. The facility is noted for its comfortable, well-maintained building with good accessibility. One negative review describes an uncomfortable interaction regarding visitors resting on the property.

    Friendly and welcoming staffcomfortable temperature controlaccessible ground floorbeautiful building

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Rocky Ford

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Rocky Ford, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.1avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rocky Ford (9–83 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rocky Ford based on parent reviews

Otero Junior College Child Develp Svc

5(1)

19717 Highway 10, Rocky Ford, CO

One parent reports an exceptional experience with home visitor Alex, who demonstrated high knowledge and patience despite frequent schedule changes. The reviewer highlights the teacher's ability to effectively teach new skills and recommends her for early head start programs.

highly recommendedexperiencedpatient with schedule changes

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Daycare types in Rocky Ford

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Rocky Ford, Colorado

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Rocky Ford, 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 Rocky Ford have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rocky Ford, 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 Rocky Ford

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Otero Junior College Child Develp Svc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports an exceptional experience with home visitor Alex, who demonstrated high knowledge and patience despite frequent schedule changes. The reviewer highlights the teacher's ability to effectively teach new skills and recommends her for early head start programs.

highly recommendedexperiencedpatient with schedule changes
Address
19717 Highway 10, Rocky Ford, CO
Phone
(719) 384-4316
Quality
Jane'S World Daycare/Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
950 Franklin Dr, Rocky Ford, CO
Phone
(719) 254-4702

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rocky Ford, 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 Rocky Ford have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rocky Ford, 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
Rocky Ford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Rocky Ford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rocky Ford 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.