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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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Westminster Pr&L
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

These reviews appear to be for a recreation center with pools, gym, and wellness facilities rather than a daycare. Reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness, friendly staff, and quality amenities including pools, hot tub, sauna, and steam room. The facility is noted as affordable and accessible.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and welcoming staffaffordable membership rates
Address
3290 W 76th Ave, Westminster, CO
Phone
(303) 658-2222
Hyland Hills Summer Camp @ Perl Mack
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews are not from parents about daycare services, but rather from community members about Perl Mack Community Center's rental hall, classes, and facilities. The center receives consistently high ratings for cleanliness, friendly staff, and variety of programs including preschool, swimming, gymnastics, and fitness classes.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful stafffull kitchen with ample counter space
Address
7125 Mariposa St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 650-7593
Adventure Club At Thornton Comm Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Note: These reviews are for Thornton Community Center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the newly renovated facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and diverse amenities including gym, library, youth areas, and recreation spaces. Visitors consistently rate it highly for its open design and convenient all-in-one location.

Newly renovated and cleanfriendly and helpful stafffree library and youth areas
Address
2211 Eppinger Blvd, Thornton, CO
Phone
(720) 977-5916
Thornton Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Note: Reviews appear to be for the community center's gym, library, and recreation facilities rather than daycare services. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, modern renovations, friendly staff, and diverse amenities including gym equipment, library, youth areas, and outdoor facilities.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffmodern design with open flow layout
Address
2211 Eppinger Blvd, Thornton, CO
Phone
(720) 977-7596
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Footprints-Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Footprints Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, stable staff, strong learning environment, and family-oriented atmosphere that has been maintained across three generations of ownership for 29 years.

Loving and caring teachersexceptional staff stability with no turnoversmall class sizes
Address
3101 E 100th Ave, Thornton, CO
Phone
(303) 452-2781
Primrose School Of Tallgrass
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Tallgrass for its exceptionally caring and attentive staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and nurturing learning environment. Multiple reviews highlight excellent daily communication through the ProCare app, smooth transitions between classrooms, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. Families report feeling confident their children are safe and happy, with many noting this location exceeded their expectations after previous negative daycare experiences.

Kind and professional staffengaged teachers genuinely interested in child developmentexcellent parent-teacher communication
Address
21537 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO
Phone
(303) 699-9800
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First Step Infant And Toddler Cntr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

First Step Infant and Toddler Center in Aurora receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting caring, trustworthy teachers, affordable pricing, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and developmentally. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making clear progress in learning and speech.

Caring and trustworthy staffaffordable pricingnurturing and welcoming environment
Address
406 S Chambers Rd, Aurora, CO
Phone
(303) 755-5886
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Little Angel'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Angel's Daycare in Aurora receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight feeling confident in their children's safety and well-being, with many mentioning staff by name and noting their dedication to individual child development.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean facility
Address
13963 E Exposition, Aurora, CO
Phone
(303) 340-0457
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Once Upon A Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Once Upon a Childcare receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and strong communication throughout the day. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and well-adjusted to the center. The facility is noted for accommodating special needs and food allergies while providing nutritious meals and outdoor play opportunities.

Caring and patient staffclean and well-maintained facilityexcellent d
Address
625 Popes Bluff Trail, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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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
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Washington Street Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Washington Street Community Center receives mostly positive reviews (8 five-star ratings) praising staff warmth, educational quality, and facility amenities. However, one detailed negative review documents serious concerns about inadequate IEP support, inconsistent discipline, and allegations of harsh treatment by one staff member toward a child with special needs.

Knowledgeable and caring teacherswarm and colorful atmosphereoutdoor play space
Address
809 S Washington St, Denver, CO
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Little Rec Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This appears to be a recreation center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, reasonable pricing, and diverse amenities including pools, gym equipment, and fitness classes suitable for all ages.

Well-maintained facilityknowledgeable and respectful staffvariety of activities and equipment
Address
530 N Palmer St, Delta, CO
Phone
(970) 697-0304
The Childrens Workshop
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Children's Workshop in Fort Collins receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, passionate staff led by director Kathy, as well as the safe, educational, and fun learning environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication through the Brightwheel app and smooth transitions to kindergarten. The facility is noted for reasonable tuition, flexible scheduling, healthy meals, ample outdoor time, and engaging activities and programs.

Caring and passionate staffDirector Kathy's leadership and approachabilitysafe learning environment
Address
635 S Grant, Fort Collins, CO
Phone
(970) 221-1182
Junior Jets Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Junior Jets receives universally positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and high-quality educational curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, thriving, and well-prepared for kindergarten. The facility is noted for cleanliness, security, and strong communication with families.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong academic preparationclean and secure facility
Address
2175 17th Ave, Longmont, CO
Phone
(720) 652-2663
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Boulder Journey School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Boulder Journey School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the Reggio-inspired learning environment, caring teachers, and beautiful classroom design. Two negative reviews cite concerns about child removal policies and staff communication, contrasting sharply with the majority of five-star ratings.

Reggio-inspired curriculum with natural elements and child-led playcaring and patient teachersbeautiful classroom and outdoor spaces
Address
1919 Yarmouth Ave, Boulder, CO
Phone
(303) 443-3891
Quality
City Of Cortez-Playground Days
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This is a community recreation center rather than a daycare, offering excellent facilities and exceptional customer service. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness, affordable pricing ($3 for showers, $6 day pass), and welcoming staff across all interactions.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesaffordable pricingfriendly and helpful staff
Address
425 N Roger-Smith Ave, Cortez, CO
Phone
(970) 565-3402
Quality
City Of Evans Summer Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for a recreation center, not a daycare facility. The reviews consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and variety of amenities including fitness equipment, event spaces, and recreational programs.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and courteous staffwell-maintained equipment
Address
1100 37th St, Evans, CO
Phone
(970) 475-1133
Greeley Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Greeley Early Learning Center for exceptional childcare and child development. They highlight caring, attentive staff, strong parent communication, secure facilities, and positive behavioral changes in their children. The center is also noted as more affordable than comparable alternatives.

Individual attention to childrenloving staffchild development focus
Address
4059 W 11th St, Greeley, CO
Phone
(970) 392-0744
Windmill Child Enrichment Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise ABC Windsor for its caring, attentive staff and strong communication. Multiple families report their children are thriving developmentally and feel safe and happy. The facility is recommended for all age groups, including special needs children.

Warm and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsattentive teachers
Address
1215 Automation Dr, Windsor, CO
Phone
(970) 674-4000
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Abc Central Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ABC Central Child Development Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff led by Alex and Cortney. Parents highlight the center's ability to make children feel welcomed, support individual learning needs, and maintain strong communication with families. Multiple reviewers note their children have thrived academically and socially at the facility.

Welcoming and caring staffpersonalized attention to individual children's needsstrong leadership (Alex and Cortney)
Address
1511 12th Ave, Greeley, CO
Phone
(970) 352-2222
Quality
Happy Hearts Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Primrose Lafayette for its caring, engaged teaching staff and nurturing environment that supports children's emotional and academic development. Multiple families report significant improvements in their children's happiness and confidence after transferring from other facilities. The school is noted for its structured curriculum, enrichment activities, and strong leadership.

Caring and attentive teachersemotionally safe environmentorganized and efficient operations
Address
411 Homestead St, Lafayette, CO
Phone
(303) 665-4769
Quality
Ymca Of Bldr Valley @ Arapahoe Branch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Lafayette YMCA for its excellent childcare services, with teachers described as wonderful and staff as helpful and competent. The facility offers quality programming including fitness classes, swimming, hockey, and youth sports, creating a strong sense of community. Families appreciate the affordable pricing and long-term value the organization provides.

Wonderful and competent teachersfun childcare environmenthelpful staff
Address
2800 Dagny Way, Lafayette, CO
Phone
(303) 664-5455
Quality
City Of Longmont Recreation Dept
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This is a recreation department facility offering various programs and activities for children and the community. Parents appreciate the cleanliness, friendly staff, and variety of classes and activities available, though some note the facility is older and has limited equipment availability.

Clean restroomsfriendly and professional staffvariety of classes (Zumba
Address
700 Longs Peak Ave, Longmont, CO
Phone
(303) 651-8404
Jump Start Elc And Quality Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Jump Start ELC receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, attentive staff and bilingual classroom environment. Parents report smooth transitions, strong communication, and children who are excited and happy to attend daily. The center is described as family-oriented with a focus on both childcare and child development.

Caring and attentive staffbilingual instructionsmooth transition process
Address
209 S Bowen St, Longmont, CO
Phone
(303) 669-3310
Quality
Here We Grow LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Here We Grow LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, who praise the caring staff, excellent communication, nutritious meals, and supportive environment for children's development. One parent reported frustration with the waitlist process and lack of communication regarding enrollment from 2018. The center maintains strong parent-staff relationships and accommodates various family needs.

caring and attentive stafffrequent parent updatesopen during holidays
Address
630 15th Ave, Ste 105, Longmont, CO
Phone
(303) 918-8148
The Complete Child Dba Young Scholars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Young Scholars Academy for its caring, knowledgeable staff and strong academic curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Reviewers highlight the facility's reliability, engaging activities, health-conscious meals, and responsive administration. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and educationally while feeling welcomed and secure.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic preparationbilingual and ASL learning opportunities
Address
5815 Tutt Center Pt, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 522-2910
Quality
Golden Mountain Montessori School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Golden Mountain Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with children consistently happy and eager to attend. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, safe environment, and developmental progress their children make. One negative review mentions unclear communication about pricing.

Happy and enthusiastic childrencaring and professional staffstrong safety practices
Address
306 W Brookside St, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 632-2088
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Eagle'S Nest Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Eagle's Nest has received overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the current director Kayla Lowe, caring staff, family atmosphere, and developmental focus. However, one negative review from when a previous director (Lauriebeth) was in charge describes poor treatment of parents and dismissive behavior. The facility appears to have significantly improved under new leadership.

Loving and thoughtful environmentexcellent communication with parentshealthy home-cooked meals
Address
10655 Highway 119, Black Hawk, CO
Phone
(303) 582-2090
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Lake Arbor Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Lake Arbor Center is a neighborhood facility in Arvada with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, cleanliness, and amenities including a pool and playground. The facility offers flexible enrollment and quality preschool programming through Apex.

friendly and attentive staffclean facilitynice pool area
Address
7451 W 83rd Pl, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 403-2570
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Little Seeds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Seeds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight warm, caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, clean facilities, Spanish immersion programming, and engaging activities including outdoor play and arts/crafts.

Caring and nurturing staffconsistent primary caregiversSpanish immersion program
Address
5939 W 64th Ave, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 886-9797
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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.