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376 Child Daycare & Preschools in Delaware

Browse 376 child daycare & preschools across Delaware. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Delaware

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

Delaware has about 442 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

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

Daycare Breakdown in Delaware

There are 442 daycares in Delaware: 20 headstart facilities, 38 before/after school centers, 8 religious facility daycares, and 376 childcare and preschool centers.

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Epworth Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
19285 Holland Glade Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE
Phone
(302) 227-7120
Kids Cottage LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Kids Cottage LLC receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and safe environment. However, one negative review describes poor classroom management and inadequate supervision in the 2-year-old room.

caring and engaged teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartendiverse enrichment activities (yoga
Address
35448 Wolfe Neck Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE
Phone
(302) 644-7690
Lewes After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than the Lewes After School Program daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the facility as a welcoming, clean community space with quality programming and volunteers.

kind and caring staffcommunity involvementwelcoming atmosphere
Address
133 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE
Phone
(302) 645-5345
Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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 staff
Address
1018 West 6th Street, Wilmington, DE
Phone
(302) 656-3224
Tender Loving Kare Childcare & Learning Center I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Tender Loving Kare Childcare & Learning Center for its warm, family-like environment and highly attentive staff. Children show significant developmental progress and enthusiasm about attending, with parents reporting excellent communication and professionalism throughout the facility. Multiple reviews highlight the center's ability to help children overcome challenges and feel secure in their care.

Caring and professional staffstrong communication with parentswarm and welcoming environment
Address
22 Peoples Plaza, Newark, DE
Phone
(302) 836-1411
Early Childhood Educational Arts Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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 staff
Address
705 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Phone
(302) 652-0101
Little Stars INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Little Stars Inc. for its caring, knowledgeable staff and warm, family-like environment. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and effective at balancing individualized attention with structured learning activities. Multiple long-term families express high satisfaction and strong bonds between children and staff.

Caring and patient staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean facility
Address
947 Old Harmony Road, Newark, DE
Phone
(302) 737-9759
The Learning Express
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
300 Darling Street, Newark, DE
Phone
(302) 737-8990
Precious Little Hands Childcare Center LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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 photos
Address
702b Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE
Phone
(302) 510-8825
Grow & Learn Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Grow & Learn for its caring, attentive staff who treat children as individuals and create a nurturing, clean environment. Multiple reviews highlight that children are excited to attend daily and show strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The center is noted for responsive leadership, engaging activities, and a family-like atmosphere.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilityengaging and age-appropriate activities
Address
2486 North Dupont Parkway, Middletown, DE
Phone
(302) 378-9100
The Wonder Years Kids Club INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Wonder Years Kids Club receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong communication, clean facilities, structured environment, and positive developmental outcomes for their children. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and returned as multi-year customers or even grandparents.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facilities
Address
17629 South Dupont Highway, Harrington, DE
Phone
(302) 398-0563
Shells Child Care Center III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Shells Child Care Center III for exceptional staff care, developmental progress, and a welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight specific teachers by name and express strong confidence in their children's safety and education. The facility has maintained a reputation for quality care over many years and across multiple age groups.

Caring and attentive staffchildren's developmental advancementwelcoming environment
Address
5332 Milford Harrington Highway, Harrington, DE
Phone
(302) 398-9778
Greater Dover Boys And Girls Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1683 New Burton Road, Dover, DE
Phone
(302) 678-5182
Cozy Critters
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Cozy Critters receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, structured yet fun environment, and long-term satisfaction spanning multiple years. One negative review criticizes unprofessionalism and management issues, contrasting sharply with the majority experience.

caring and friendly staffstructured but fun environmentresponsive communication with parents
Address
35371 Beaver Dam Road, Frankford, DE
Phone
(302) 541-8210
Mt. Olivet Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Mt. Olivet Preschool is described as a wonderful learning environment with experienced, caring staff comprised of retired teachers. Parents praise the loving atmosphere and the facility's role in the community.

Experienced retired teachersloving and caring environmentwonderful learning environment
Address
315 High Street, Seaford, DE
Phone
(302) 629-4458
Margaret H. Rollins Child Development Center @ Childrens Beach House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Margaret H. Rollins Child Development Center for its caring, dedicated staff and supportive learning environment. The facility is particularly recognized for its excellent support of children with special needs and behavioral challenges. Multiple parents report positive experiences and would recommend the center to others.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong focus on child educationexcellent support for children with special needs and disabilities
Address
1800 Bay Avenue, Lewes, DE
Phone
(302) 645-9184
The Breakfast Club Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Breakfast Club Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the staff, safety, and school preparation. Parents consistently highlight the trustworthiness of the facility and the care their children received. One 1-star review with minimal detail provides no constructive feedback.

Staff friendliness and kindnesschild safetykindergarten readiness preparation
Address
727 South Washington Street, Milford, DE
Phone
(302) 424-2117
St. Marys Early Education Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews appear to be for St. Mary's Parish Church rather than the daycare program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, beautiful facilities, and quality of clergy and religious services.

Welcoming parish communitymodern and traditional blend in church designfriendly parishioners
Address
7200 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE
Phone
(302) 239-7100
Tutor Time Child Care Brandywine
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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 updates
Address
2001 Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington, DE
Phone
(302) 478-7366
Brilliant Little Minds
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Brilliant Little Minds receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing staff who form strong bonds with children and families. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, security, well-rounded curriculum, excellent communication, and competitive pricing. Children show significant developmental progress and parents report feeling complete peace of mind leaving their children in the center's care.

Warm and dedicated staffstrong staff reten
Address
122 Sandhill Drive, Middletown, DE
Phone
(302) 376-9889
Brilliant Little Minds Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Brilliant Little Minds Learning Center in Middletown, Delaware receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting exceptional staff care, strong developmental progress, and a nurturing community atmosphere. Parents emphasize the warm, dedicated teachers, excellent communication, and sense of family throughout their children's early education experience.

Warm and dedicated staffstrong staff retentionpersonalized attention to each child
Address
102 Sandhill Drive, Middletown, DE
Phone
(302) 376-9889
The Goddard School / Newark
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Goddard School in Newark for its caring, family-oriented staff and high-quality educational environment. The center is noted for cleanliness, strong communication with families, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and genuine relationships between staff and children. Multiple parents highlight leadership figures Joe, Lisa, and Cindy as instrumental in creating a welcoming atmosphere.

Caring and compassionate staffStrong communication with parents including daily updates and picturesClean and well-organized facility
Address
50 Polly Drummond Hill Road, Newark, DE
Phone
(302) 454-9454
Brilliant Little Minds @ Cedar Lane
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Brilliant Little Minds for providing exceptional, loving care in a clean, secure facility. Staff members are described as warm, dedicated, and knowledgeable, with strong relationships with both children and families. Children show significant progress academically and socially, with parents reporting high satisfaction and smooth transitions.

Warm and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication
Address
1221 Cedar Lane Road, Middletown, DE
Phone
(302) 376-9889
Colonial Gardens/Telamon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Colonial Gardens/Telamon receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, wonderful atmosphere, and professional environment. However, one parent reported a significant negative experience involving pickup procedures and staff identification verification that caused frustration and delay.

caring and professional staffwonderful atmospheregreat school environment
Address
1000 Hayes Circle, Dover, DE
Phone
(302) 741-2490
Tender Loving Kare Childcare & Learning Center III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Tender Loving Kare Childcare & Learning Center III (Cadence Academy) in Smyrna for providing exceptional, nurturing care with strong staff-family communication. Children show measurable developmental progress and emotional growth across all age groups, from infants through pre-K. Parents report feeling confident and satisfied with the quality of care and education provided.

Caring and nurturing staffclean and well-organized facilitiesstrong communication through app and direct contact
Address
649 South Carter Road, Smyrna, DE
Phone
(302) 653-5677
Cruz Kid Care Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Cruz Kid Care Academy for providing a warm, family-like environment with caring and professional staff. Children show significant academic and social development, and parents report feeling confident in their child's safety and care. Multiple families have enrolled children from infancy through kindergarten preparation.

Caring and loving stafffamily atmospheresmall class sizes
Address
103 South Street, Camden, DE
Phone
(302) 698-1481
Ymca Of Delaware / Central Branch Ymca Childrens Corner 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

None applicable to daycare services
Address
501 West 11th Street, Wilmington, DE
Phone
(302) 571-6970
Neighborhood House Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1218 B Street, Wilmington, DE
Phone
(302) 658-5404
Jcc Of Wilmington/ Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesstate-of-the-art fitness center
Address
101 Garden Of Eden Road, Wilmington, DE
Phone
(302) 478-5660
Scalias Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
701 North Harmony Road, Newark, DE
Phone
(302) 366-1430

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Frequently asked questions

There are 376 child daycare & preschools daycares across Delaware. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Delaware are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Delaware'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 Delaware, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Delaware 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 Delaware 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.