120 Child Daycare & Preschools in Wilmington, Delaware
Browse all 120 child daycare & preschools in Wilmington, Delaware. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wilmington
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.
- 1Small Wonder Daycare INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
100a Greenhill Avenue, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children
Small Wonder Daycare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and child-centered educational approach. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, strong development, and the clean, organized facility that balances learning with play.
Attentive and nurturing staffstrong early childhood education focusclean and well-organized facilityengaging and educational daily activities - 2Tender Care Learning Academy4.62 score5(8)
120 Stroud Street, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Tender Care Learning Academy receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, smooth transitions, and the center's focus on education balanced with fun. Daily communication about activities and progress is also appreciated.
Caring and loving staffpatient with transitionsfamily-like atmospherechildren appear happy and content - 3Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care4.61 score4.8(16)
606 New Road, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children
Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and quality educational programs. Parents report smooth transitions, individualized attention to children's needs, and a welcoming environment across all age groups from infants through preschool.
Caring and loving staff with good longevitysmooth transition back to workquality learning activities and fun eventsaccommodates special needs (food allergies - 4Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy4.56 score4.7(20)
705 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy (CCAC) in Wilmington is highly praised for its quality arts education programs, affordable pricing, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the vibrant community atmosphere, diverse offerings including dance, music, and preschool classes, and the center's commitment to accessible arts experiences. The facility is described as family-oriented with staff who are engaged in students' overall development.
High-quality arts educationaffordable pricingkind and welcoming stafffamily-oriented environment - 5Ministry Of Caring Guardian Angel Child Care4.5 score5(5)
1000 Wilson Street, Wilmington, DE · Church Daycare · Capacity: 83 children
Ministry of Caring Guardian Angel Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, strong communication with teachers, and safe environment for children. The facility is described as well-structured with children looking forward to attending daily.
Caring and loving staffexcellent communication with teacherssafe environmentstructured program - 6Concordia Preschool4.5 score5(5)
3003 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children
Concordia Preschool receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and well-rounded curriculum that balances structured learning with free play. Parents highlight the school's strong preparation for kindergarten, beautiful facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere.
caring and nurturing teachersexcellent curriculumbalance of free play and structured learningschool readiness preparation - 7Marshallton United Methodist School4.5 score5(5)
1105 Stanton Road, Wilmington, DE · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 42 children
Parents consistently praise Marshallton United Methodist School for its caring, patient staff who treat children like family. First-time parents report feeling at ease leaving their children in this small, church-based setting, and children are described as excited and happy to attend daily. The center is noted for strong communication, developmental support, and engaging activities.
Loving and caring staffsmall close-knit environmentminimal staff turnoverexperienced teachers - 8Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center4.49 score4.7(12)
1018 West 6th Street, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children
Parents consistently praise Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and quality programs. The facility is noted for providing Head Start and after-school services with well-educated staff members who prioritize children's health, safety, and development.
Friendly and loving stafffamily-like treatmentwell-educated staffgood care for children - 9Tutor Time Child Care Brandywine4.48 score4.6(20)
2001 Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 183 children
Tutor Time Child Care Brandywine receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean facility, transparent communication, and comprehensive included services that make it a trusted choice for families.
Loving and caring teachersclean facilitydaily photo and video updates24/7 camera access for parents - 10Precious Little Hands Childcare Center LLC.4.43 score4.7(8)
702b Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children
Precious Little Hands Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, clean environment, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing social and language skills. One parent cited poor communication as a concern.
Professional and qualified staffclean and calm environmentexcellent communication with daily updates and photosloving and caring teachers
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Highest rated daycares in Wilmington based on parent reviews
Small Wonder Daycare INC.
100a Greenhill Avenue, Wilmington, DE
Small Wonder Daycare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and child-centered educational approach. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, strong development, and the clean, organized facility that balances learning with play.
Tender Care Learning Academy
120 Stroud Street, Wilmington, DE
Tender Care Learning Academy receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, smooth transitions, and the center's focus on education balanced with fun. Daily communication about activities and progress is also appreciated.
Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care
606 New Road, Wilmington, DE
Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and quality educational programs. Parents report smooth transitions, individualized attention to children's needs, and a welcoming environment across all age groups from infants through preschool.
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy
705 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy (CCAC) in Wilmington is highly praised for its quality arts education programs, affordable pricing, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the vibrant community atmosphere, diverse offerings including dance, music, and preschool classes, and the center's commitment to accessible arts experiences. The facility is described as family-oriented with staff who are engaged in students' overall development.
Concordia Preschool
3003 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE
Concordia Preschool receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and well-rounded curriculum that balances structured learning with free play. Parents highlight the school's strong preparation for kindergarten, beautiful facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere.
Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center
1018 West 6th Street, Wilmington, DE
Parents consistently praise Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and quality programs. The facility is noted for providing Head Start and after-school services with well-educated staff members who prioritize children's health, safety, and development.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Wilmington, Delaware
There are 120 child daycare & preschools in Wilmington, Delaware, making up 83% of the 144 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.
When choosing a daycare in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington
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- 2 Tenby Drive, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 478-3138
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- 2800 Duncan Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 999-9985
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- 1703 West 10th Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 421-3721
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- 720 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 764-8624
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- 730 Halstead Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 478-8697
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- 2619 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 475-0377
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- 1801 North Jefferson Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 384-8485
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- 2106 Saint James Church Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 995-9611
Concordia Preschool receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and well-rounded curriculum that balances structured learning with free play. Parents highlight the school's strong preparation for kindergarten, beautiful facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere.
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- 3003 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 478-3876
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- 7 Mount Lebanon Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 478-5359
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- 2711 Carpenter Station Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 529-1580
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- 1600 Jessup Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 428-1830
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- 500 Maryland Avenue, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 652-7500
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- 3000 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 290-7050
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- 3101 Millcreek Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 994-5263
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- 800 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 654-2081
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- 3400 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 765-2020
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- 2516 West 4th Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 898-8980
Tender Care Learning Academy receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, smooth transitions, and the center's focus on education balanced with fun. Daily communication about activities and progress is also appreciated.
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- 120 Stroud Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 655-9100
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- 621 South Buttonwood Street, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 256-0358
Elsmere Presbyterian Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, nurturing staff and quality educational programs. Parents report smooth transitions, individualized attention to children's needs, and a welcoming environment across all age groups from infants through preschool.
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- 606 New Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 998-2070
Small Wonder Daycare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and child-centered educational approach. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, strong development, and the clean, organized facility that balances learning with play.
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- 100a Greenhill Avenue, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 654-2269
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- 1700 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 999-0800
Parents consistently praise Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and quality programs. The facility is noted for providing Head Start and after-school services with well-educated staff members who prioritize children's health, safety, and development.
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- 1018 West 6th Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 656-3224
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy (CCAC) in Wilmington is highly praised for its quality arts education programs, affordable pricing, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the vibrant community atmosphere, diverse offerings including dance, music, and preschool classes, and the center's commitment to accessible arts experiences. The facility is described as family-oriented with staff who are engaged in students' overall development.
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- 705 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 652-0101
Precious Little Hands Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the professional and caring staff, clean environment, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing social and language skills. One parent cited poor communication as a concern.
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- 702b Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE
- Phone
- (302) 510-8825
Tutor Time Child Care Brandywine receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean facility, transparent communication, and comprehensive included services that make it a trusted choice for families.
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- 2001 Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 478-7366
These reviews are not about the daycare program but rather about the YMCA gym facility and its fitness classes and trainers. The reviews cannot be used to assess the quality of the Children's Corner daycare center.
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- 501 West 11th Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 571-6970
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- 1218 B Street, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 658-5404
Parents consistently praise the JCC of Wilmington's Early Childhood Center as part of a comprehensive community facility. Reviews highlight excellent staff who are caring and attentive, along with well-maintained facilities including pools, fitness centers, and diverse programming for children, adults, and seniors.
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- 101 Garden Of Eden Road, Wilmington, DE
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- (302) 478-5660
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