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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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Our School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Our School Preschool for its play-based curriculum, experienced teachers (Megan and Jim), and focus on child development. The cooperative structure allows parent involvement and community building. Children are reported to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically in this creative, well-resourced environment.

Experienced and knowledgeable teachersplay-based learningfree play opportunities
Address
776 Cherryvale Rd, Boulder, CO
Phone
(303) 494-4112
Snow Lion School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Snow Lion School is a highly regarded contemplative preschool in Boulder with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, compassionate staff, nurturing environment, and child-centered approach that fosters confidence, creativity, and character development. The school emphasizes outdoor play, community building, and respect for individual learning styles.

Warm and attentive staffstrong understanding of child developmentnurturing environment
Address
2580 Iris Ave, Boulder, CO
Phone
(720) 564-0456
Quality
New Horizons Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise New Horizons as an exceptional, community-focused cooperative preschool that emphasizes play-based learning, diversity, and social-emotional development. The school is noted for its affordable pricing, dedicated teachers, outdoor activities, and inclusive environment that serves families from various backgrounds. Multiple long-term parents report lasting friendships and believe the school provides an ideal foundation for their children's growth.

Community-oriented cooperative modelplay-based learning approachdiversity and multiculturalism
Address
1825 Upland Ave, Boulder, CO
Phone
(303) 442-7434
Quality
Sunrise Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Sunrise Early Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the caring, experienced staff (particularly Melissa, Nick, and Julie) for creating a nurturing, play-based learning environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Parents highlight the strong sense of community, thoughtful curriculum with monthly themes, and excellent communication.

Experienced and caring staffplay-based learning approachsocial-emotional skill development
Address
4215 Grinnell Ave, Boulder, CO
Phone
(303) 881-9119
Quality
Aspen Grove Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the preschool's flexible scheduling, excellent teachers, and nature-centered curriculum that supports well-rounded development. Reviewers also appreciate the strong sense of community within the small program.

flexible scheduleexcellent teachersnature-centered lessons
Address
391 W 1st St, Nederland, CO
Phone
(303) 258-0390
Quality
Small Wonders Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that the center is closing at the end of the year, which is disappointing for families whose children have not yet completed their second year of preschool. The review highlights exceptional teacher quality, noting that staff are patient, educational, and engaging for three-year-olds.

caring and patient teacherseducational and fun activitiesstrong classroom management
Address
700 Longs Peak Ave, Longmont, CO
Phone
(303) 651-8404
Aspen Center For Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's strong sense of community and passionate, caring staff, noting that children benefit from exploring local sites like parks and libraries. Families appreciate the inclusive atmosphere where they feel connected to other parents and educators.

strong sense of communitypassionate and caring staffopportunities to explore downtown sites such as parks and libraries
Address
501 5th Ave, Longmont, CO
Phone
(303) 772-4320
Quality
Children'S House Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Children's House Preschool in Boulder receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the highly trained teachers, engaging curriculum centered on storytelling and themes, and inclusive approach to diversity and accessibility. Parents report their children have thrived emotionally and developmentally, with strong communication through StoryPark and a warm, nurturing environment.

Highly trained teachers with early childhood education degreescaring and dedicated staffengaging monthly storybook curriculum with themes
Address
3370 Iris Walk Ct, Boulder, CO
Phone
(303) 444-4643
Quality
Harmony Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the strong sense of community and close, personal attention provided by engaged teachers, noting that children are well-prepared for kindergarten both socially and academically. Reviewers appreciate the theme-based learning approach and the supportive environment that fosters friendships among families.

strong sense of communityclose personal attentionengaged teachers
Address
3990 15th St, Boulder, CO
Phone
(303) 444-4845
Dream Makers
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Dream Makers is a highly-regarded preschool in Boulder where parents report exceptional teacher care and attention to individual child development. Multiple parents note their children thrived academically and socially, with strong language and developmental gains. Parents consistently praise the nurturing environment, creative activities, and the lasting positive impact on their children's love of learning.

Caring and skilled teachersindividualized attention to each childcreative and well-planned activities
Address
1345 28th St, Boulder, CO
Phone
(720) 274-4010
Quality
Alaya Preschool Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Alaya Preschool as a warm, nurturing community where children develop confidence, social skills, and emotional well-being. The school is highlighted for its extensive outdoor play areas, play-based learning approach, and exceptionally caring teachers who form genuine relationships with children and families.

Warm and nurturing environmentexceptional teachersoutdoor play time
Address
3340 19th St, Boulder, CO
Phone
(303) 449-9525
Quality
Widefield Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's genuine care and dedication, noting their support in potty training, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation. Reviewers describe the environment as homey and fun, with caregivers treating children as if they were their own.

Staff care and dedicationassistance with potty trainingconflict management
Address
120 Dartmouth St, Widefield, CO
Phone
(719) 392-2789
Quality
The Enrichment Center Of Gracepointe
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their two children attended from preschool through school age, highlighting the developmental and social benefits of the program. The reviewer notes that the staff are wonderful and helps children make friends, expressing high satisfaction with their overall experience.

wonderful teachers and staffdevelopmental supportsocial growth
Address
305 Norman Dr, Security, CO
Phone
(719) 392-2340
Holy Apostles Parent Coop Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highly recommends Holy Apostles Parent Coop Preschool, describing the teachers and program as wonderful. They note that the school takes active steps to ensure children are ready for Kindergarten.

wonderful teacherswonderful programkindergarten readiness preparation
Address
4925 N Carefree Cir, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 591-1157
Quality
Ruth Washburn Coop Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe the school as a nurturing, play-based community with exceptional staff and a strong emphasis on outdoor play and hands-on learning. Reviewers highlight the accommodating approach to dietary restrictions and the well-managed classroom environment, while noting the cooperative model requires parent volunteering. Despite the volunteer requirement, families report high satisfaction with the child-to-adult ratios and aftercare options.

Amazing and kind staffstrong commitment to outdoor play even in bad weatheraccommodation for dietary restrictions
Address
914 N 19th St, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 636-6308
Quality
Giving Tree Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights their daughter's love for the program, noting significant positive development and recommending the school for children aged 3 through kindergarten. The reviewer advises enrolling early due to a waiting list and asserts a highly positive experience. No negative feedback is reported in the single review.

highly positive child developmentengaging for childrengood for ages 3 to kindergarten
Address
1110 W Moreno Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 630-0376
Little Sprouts Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the loving staff and top-notch facility, with one noting a 100% recommendation and another describing the experience as stellar. A few reviewers emphasize the special community atmosphere, though the volume of feedback remains limited.

caring teachers and staffloving environmenthighly recommended
Address
43 Ten Mile Dr, Granby, CO
Phone
(970) 887-3037
Quality
Learn Play Move Preschool @Dsg
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Learn Play Move Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, patient teachers and well-balanced curriculum combining academics with daily physical activity including gymnastics. Families consistently report their children enjoyed attending, developed strong foundational skills, and were well-prepared for kindergarten.

Warm and caring teachersdaily gymnastics integrated into curriculumcreative and artistic activities
Address
5840 Lamar St, Arvada, CO
Phone
(303) 424-2910
Quality
Ken-Caryl Ranch Metro District
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff as being wonderful. The limited feedback currently available is entirely positive regarding the people involved.

Great people
Address
1 Club Dr, Littleton, CO
Phone
(303) 979-2233
Quality
Colorado Academy Summer
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Colorado Academy Summer Programs consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the diverse camp offerings, safe environment, and engaging activities. Parents highlight excellent staff training, responsive leadership (particularly director Jenny), and smooth operations even during COVID-19. Children consistently return home happy and eager to attend again.

Wide variety of camps and activitiessafe environment with rigorous staff screening and abuse prevention trainingresponsive and caring leadership
Address
3800 S Pierce St, Denver, CO
Phone
(303) 914-2531
Quality
Cornerstone Montessori Sch
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Cornerstone Montessori as a stable, caring, and well-organized preschool that invests in its facilities and staff, resulting in an engaged community and strong communication through monthly newsletters. Another review highlights the school's nurturing and flexible approach with dedicated staff, though it notes a loss of previous Spanish language offerings.

stable environmentcaring and nurturing staffwell-organized
Address
15970 W 50th Ave, Golden, CO
Phone
(303) 277-7025
Quality
Tri Lakes Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Tri Lakes Community Preschool in Monument, Colorado receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated staff, warm and loving environment, and enrichment activities including art projects and cooking. Multiple parents report their children enjoyed attending and learned significantly during their time at the facility.

caring and dedicated teacherswarm and loving environmentexcellent parent communication
Address
85 Jefferson, Monument, CO
Phone
(719) 481-0528
Quality
Get Set Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
219 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO
Phone
(719) 884-6130
Little Chicks & Hatchlings
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes a four-year experience highlighting the owner's passion for education and teachers' long-term commitment, which fosters consistency and strong bonding with infants and toddlers. The review notes that outdoor time is prioritized when weather permits, leading to a strong recommendation.

passionate ownershipdedicated teachersstaff longevity
Address
5877 W Elmhurst Ave, Littleton, CO
Phone
(720) 922-2796
A Child'S Place In Edgewater
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One reviewer describes the center as providing excellent care and creating a welcoming, second-home atmosphere for children. The available feedback highlights a positive experience without noting any specific drawbacks.

excellent carewelcoming environmentfeels like a second home
Address
2497 Fenton St, Edgewater, CO
Phone
(303) 233-3485
Quality
St Philip Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes St. Philip Early Learning Center as a loving and warm environment with staff who appear genuinely passionate about their work. The reviewer highlights the perfect hours and the benefit of having a place for their children to thrive while allowing them time to catch up.

perfect hourspassionate and caring staffwarm and loving atmosphere
Address
7531 S Kendall Blvd, Littleton, CO
Phone
(303) 972-2977
Quality
City Of Gunnison
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
501 E Tomichi, Gunnison, CO
Phone
(970) 641-8422
Stepping Stones
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
705 7th St, Crested Butte, CO
Phone
(970) 349-9529
Quality
Paradise Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Paradise Place for creating a safe, loving, and engaging learning environment where children are excited to attend. Teachers are noted for their care, positive reinforcement, and ability to balance structured academics with creative play and outdoor time. Multiple families report seeing measurable developmental progress and appreciate the staff's transparency and individualized attention to each child.

Caring and dedicated teacherssafe and clean environmentbalanced curriculum combining academics with art/music/movement
Address
404 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO
Phone
(970) 349-9215
Quality
Little Red Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

A parent highlights the staff's excellent service and willingness to go above and beyond to accommodate last-minute needs. Another reviewer praises the facility and people, offering a strong recommendation.

excellent servicecaring staffaccommodating
Address
49 Gillaspey, Crested Butte, CO
Phone
(970) 349-9100
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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.