How do I choose the right daycare in Alexandria?

When choosing a daycare in Alexandria, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Kentucky's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kentucky) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Alexandria?

Alexandria offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Alexandria, Kentucky (5 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Kentucky?

Daycare costs in Kentucky typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Alexandria for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alexandria

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.

Rainbow Child Care Center

4.48 score

4.6(20)

7717 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its caring, engaged staff and strong learning environment. Children show measurable growth academically and socially, with parents appreciating daily communication through photos and updates. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering a welcoming, family-like atmosphere.

Attentive and kind teachersdaily photo/app updateslearning activities and engagementchild happiness and enthusiasm

Imaginations Abound Early Learning Center LLC

4.4 score

4.5(20)

9261 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

Imaginations Abound Early Learning Center receives exclusively positive feedback from parents and staff. Parents consistently praise the warm, family-like atmosphere, caring staff, strong parent communication, and developmental progress of their children. Multiple reviews highlight significant improvements in children's academic performance, speech, and social skills.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherestrong parent-child relationshipsexcellent communication with parents (app updates with photos and daily logs)

Basic Trust Child Care Center

4.07 score

4.1(13)

6699 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 218 children

Parents consistently praise Basic Trust Child Care Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and engaging educational programming. The facility features extensive outdoor play areas, nutritious meals, and specialized summer camps with weekly themes. Children show academic, social-emotional, and behavioral gains while attending.

Caring and dedicated teachersstaff treats children like familyextensive outdoor play areasnutritious hot meals included

Child Daycare & Preschools in Alexandria, Kentucky

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Alexandria, Kentucky, making up 50% of the 10 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 Alexandria, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Alexandria, Kentucky, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Alexandria, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Kentucky's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kentucky)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Alexandria offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Kentucky typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Alexandria for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Alexandria must be licensed by Kentucky's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Alexandria, Kentucky

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alexandria

Top Rated

Rainbow Child Care Center

Imaginations Abound Early Learning Center LLC

Kinder Academy Child Development Center

Basic Trust Child Care Center

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Daycare types in Alexandria