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1,364 Child Daycare & Preschools in Colorado

Browse 1,364 child daycare & preschools across Colorado. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Colorado

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Colorado can make the decision-making process smoother.

Colorado has about 3,018 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Colorado. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Colorado

There are 3,018 daycares in Colorado: 39 headstart facilities, 1,378 before/after school centers, 237 religious facility daycares, and 1,364 childcare and preschool centers.

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Kids Campus/Crowley Co Child Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
315 E 6th, Ordway, CO
Phone
(719) 267-7364
Quality
Primrose School Of West Woods
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Primrose School of West Woods receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 10 reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the nurturing environment, qualified staff, structured curriculum, and visible child development. Two negative reviews cite concerns about teacher behavior during park outings and speeding by the school bus, though one parent who witnessed the field trip disputed the accuracy of the behavioral allegations.

attentive and kind staffstructured learning environmentcurriculum quality
Address
16395 W 64th Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 431-1544
Quality
Snowmass Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Snowmass Recreation Center is a well-maintained facility with comprehensive amenities including pools, gym equipment, courts, and outdoor activities. Parents consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, cleanliness, and variety of recreational options available. The center is noted as not overly crowded and offering good value.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitycomprehensive amenities (pools
Address
2835 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO
Phone
(970) 922-2247
Career Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Career Center Preschool in Grand Junction receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.5/5 rating. Parents praise the high-quality instruction, hands-on learning approach, and caring staff who create an engaging environment where children enjoy attending daily. The facility is noted for cleanliness and quality food offerings.

Excellent instructorshands-on learning methodamazing teachers and staff
Address
2935 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO
Phone
(970) 254-6015
Kids Campus Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1027 Main, Grand Junction, CO
Phone
(970) 245-5544
Summit County Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
70 W Main St, Frisco, CO
Phone
(970) 668-8551
Quality
Step By Step Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Step by Step Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff led by director Ghada, individualized attention to children, and strong community feel. Parents appreciate the nutritious homemade meals, convenient hours, and easy communication, though note the facility lacks modern technology like apps or websites.

Caring and loving staffquick adjustment period for childrensmall class sizes with individualized attention
Address
2401 W 44th Ave, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 455-3665
Quality
Mountain View Child Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Mountain View Child Care Center in Denver consistently receives 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and supportive environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, engaging activities, and notable progress in their children's development, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending.

caring and loving stafffrequent communication and daily updates via app with photosclean and safe facility
Address
3939 W Florida Ave, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 934-4636
Quality
Atlas Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise ATLAS Children's Academy (operating as Bright Minds Children Academy) for exceptional care, attentive leadership, and inclusive practices. Since new ownership in June 2025, the center has implemented improved structure, curriculum, accreditation, and facility upgrades. Children show strong development and parents report feeling confident and supported.

caring and invested staffresponsive director (Jenay)clean facility
Address
14303 E Evans Dr, Aurora, CO
Phone
(720) 747-4481
Quality
Dalton Gang Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

NOTE: The reviews provided are not for a daycare center, but rather for the Dalton Gang Hideout, a historical museum in Meade, Kansas. No parent reviews for Dalton Gang Preschool in Denver were available to summarize.

None - reviews are for incorrect facility
Address
1470 S Glencoe St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 758-8129
Firefly Autism
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Firefly Autism is highly rated by parents whose children attend the center-based program in Denver. Parents consistently praise the dedicated, caring staff and report significant improvements in their children's autism-related skills and social development. The facility offers ABA therapy with qualified BCBAs and RBTs who coordinate strategies across multiple providers.

Passionate and caring staffsignificant student progress and improvementqualified leadership and therapists
Address
2695 S Jersey St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 759-9119
Little Spark Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Little Spark Learning Center for its caring, family-like environment and actively involved owners who know families by name. Staff members are described as friendly, loving, and skilled, with children showing strong attachment to teachers and enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for age-appropriate activities, outdoor play, and continuous learning opportunities.

Caring and loving staffOwner involvement and presenceChildren happy and eager to attend
Address
2180 S Hudson Street, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 954-4062
Quality
The Ohana School Of Early Childhood
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Ohana School of Early Childhood receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, engaged staff, strong curriculum balance, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many families staying for multiple years and recommending the facility enthusiastically. The center is known for long waitlists due to its reputation and quality.

caring and passionate stafflow staff turnovergenuine e
Address
8361 South Park Ln, Littleton, CO
Phone
(303) 598-4544
Quality
Westridge Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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 equipment
Address
9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
Phone
(303) 471-8880
Westridge Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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 (poolsgym
Address
9650 S Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO
Phone
(720) 348-8214
Quality
Parker Fieldhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parker Fieldhouse is a recreation facility (not a traditional daycare) that offers various activities including swimming, wall climbing, soccer, basketball, and fitness classes. Parents consistently praise the clean facility, friendly and responsive staff, and variety of programs available. The venue is popular for birthday parties and serves families of all ages.

Clean facilityfriendly and well-trained staffample parking
Address
18700 E Plaza Dr, Parker, CO
Phone
(303) 805-6300
Quality
Little Peoples Landing Highlands Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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 activities
Address
122 Plaza Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO
Phone
(720) 344-4180
The Garden Preschool & Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Garden Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, warm family-like environment, and engaging curriculum that helps children thrive. Multiple families travel from a distance specifically to attend due to the school's safety, inclusivity, and strong sense of community.

Caring and dedicated teachers and staffwarm and nurturing environmentengaging curriculum
Address
9950 Lone Tree Pkwy, Lone Tree, CO
Phone
(303) 694-4912
Parker Montessori Educational Institute
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parker Montessori Educational Institute in Parker, Colorado receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the Montessori approach, skilled and caring teachers, strong academic and social-emotional development, and welcoming administration. Children reportedly transition smoothly, develop confidence and independence, and enjoy attending.

Montessori curriculum with hands-on learningclean and safe classroomsindividualized attention
Address
10750 Victorian Dr, Parker, CO
Phone
(303) 841-1433
Quality
Nature & Raptor Center Of Pueblo
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Nature & Raptor Center of Pueblo is highly praised for its passionate staff and educational tours focused on bird rehabilitation and wildlife care. Visitors appreciate the knowledgeable volunteers, comprehensive facility, and engaging learning experiences. One reviewer noted the center could improve communication about hours and visiting times.

Passionate and knowledgeable staffengaging educational tourscomprehensive bird rehabilitation services
Address
5200 Nature Center Rd, Pueblo, CO
Phone
(719) 549-2414
Town Of Pagosa Springs Ross Aragon Community
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This is not a daycare but a public community center offering affordable shower facilities ($5) and recreational amenities. Visitors, particularly travelers, praise the clean facilities, hot water, helpful staff, and reasonable prices. The center also offers gym access, classes, and sports activities for community members.

Affordable showers ($5 or punch card option)clean facilitieshot water with good pressure
Address
451 Hot Springs Blvd, Pagosa Springs, CO
Phone
(970) 264-4152
Mission Hills Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Mission Hills Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, Christian values, emotional development focus, and kindergarten preparation. However, one parent reported serious concerns about leadership favoritism, staff conflicts, and poor treatment of families who don't fit their perceived social group.

Caring and loving teacherswarm and welcoming atmospherestrong focus on emotional regulation and v
Address
620 S Park Dr, Littleton, CO
Phone
(303) 798-8148
Quality
Ymca Of Metro Denver @ Anthem Rec Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The YMCA of Metro Denver @ Anthem Rec Center is a well-regarded facility that offers year-round programs and community events for families. Parents praise the amenities, staff, and special touches like free face painting and balloon twisting at events. However, reviews appear to focus more on the recreation center's general offerings rather than daycare-specific services.

Excellent amenities including exercise equipmentopen gympool
Address
3624 Parkside Center Dr, Broomfield, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
A B C West Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

ABC West Child Development Center in Greeley receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting passionate and caring teachers, strong academic and social-emotional learning outcomes, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Parents appreciate the clean facilities, educational activities, staff communication, and supportive administration.

Dedicated and caring teacherschildren eager to attend dailyacademic skill development
Address
5000 W 11th St, Greeley, CO
Phone
(970) 352-2222
Quality
Sunflower Farm
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents universally praise Sunflower Farm as a magical, nature-based experience where children interact with animals and explore the outdoors. The facility offers extensive activities including animal feeding, sandboxes, gardens, and recreational amenities like hammocks and wading ponds. Staff are described as loving, nurturing, and attentive to creating memorable experiences.

animal interactionsoutdoor explorationspacious grounds
Address
11150 Prospect Road, Longmont, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Cherry Creek Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Cherry Creek Montessori Academy receives exceptional praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, high-quality Montessori curriculum, and nurturing environment that supports children's academic, social, and emotional development. The school is particularly noted for its small, intimate setting where leadership actively engages with families and children thrive.

Caring and passionate staffhand
Address
6780 S. Liverpool Street Units A And B, Aurora, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Early Learners' Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

These reviews are not for Early Learners' Center daycare. The reviews provided are for Colorado Mountain Community College (CMC) in Rifle, Colorado, a higher education institution, not a childcare facility. No valid parent reviews for the daycare are available.

None applicable - reviews are for a collegenot a daycare
Address
3695 Airport Rd, Rifle, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sombrero Marsh Envir Ed Center/Thorne
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise this nature-based center for its beautiful outdoor environment and wildlife viewing opportunities. Parents and visitors highlight the scenic location with hiking trails, bird watching, and mountain views. The facility is noted as a great option for camp aftercare and outdoor education.

Beautiful natural settingexcellent bird watching and wildlife viewingscenic views of Flatirons and mountains
Address
1466 N 63rd St, Boulder, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Apex Park & Recreation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

APEX Park & Recreation is a highly-rated recreation center in Arvada offering diverse amenities including pools, ice skating, rock climbing, hockey, and gym facilities. Parents praise the clean facility, friendly staff, attentive lifeguards, and variety of activities for children. The center is noted as wheelchair accessible and offers competitive pricing for non-members.

Multiple pools with water slides and hot tubsrock climbing classes with patient coachesice skating and hockey rinks
Address
13150 W 72nd Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Moorhead Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Moorhead Recreation Center receives consistently positive feedback from visitors who praise its clean facilities, friendly staff, and affordable pricing. Parents appreciate the variety of amenities including pools with slides, weight room, basketball court, and family-friendly spaces. The center is highlighted as an excellent value for families seeking recreational activities.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and attentive staffaffordable pricing ($4 day pass)
Address
2390 Havana Street, Aurora, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,364 child daycare & preschools daycares across Colorado. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Colorado are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Colorado's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Colorado, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Colorado sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Colorado vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.