How do I choose the right daycare in Frankfort?

When choosing a daycare in Frankfort, 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 Frankfort?

Frankfort offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 18 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Frankfort, Kentucky (18 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 Frankfort for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Frankfort

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.

New Horizons Child Development Center

4.5 score

5(5)

316 Ann Street, Frankfort, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

New Horizons Child Development Center in Frankfort receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Parents consistently highlight attentive, caring staff who help children thrive developmentally, with notable success addressing behavioral challenges and preparing children for kindergarten. Families report children are happy and excited to attend, with significant improvements compared to previous childcare experiences.

Attentive and caring staffbehavior modification success (biting)educational enrichment activities (field tripsfarmer's market

Wesley Center Day School

4.49 score

4.7(12)

211 Washington Street, Frankfort, KY · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

Wesley Center Day School is a religious facility housed in a beautiful, historic church building that has been modernized with updated facilities. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming, friendly, and accepting community atmosphere, with particular recognition for the caring pastoral leadership and inclusive environment.

Welcoming and accepting communitybeautiful historic building with modern amenitiescaring pastoral staffmultiple service options

Great Beginnings Child Care LLC

4.3 score

4.6(5)

181 Doctors Drive, Frankfort, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

Great Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care, communication, and trustworthiness. Children reportedly enjoy attending and adjust well under staff guidance. One parent raised safety concerns, though details were not specified.

Staff dedication and personal attentionexcellent parent communicationchildren excited to attendsafe and nurturing environment

Tiger Time

4.16 score

4.2(20)

10 Doctors Drive, Frankfort, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

The reviews provided are for Frankfort Regional Medical Center, not Tiger Time daycare. No actual parent reviews for Tiger Time daycare were included in this dataset.

None mentioned for Tiger Time daycare

Frankfort Ymca After School Program

4 score

4(20)

402 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

Parents praise the Frankfort YMCA for its friendly and helpful staff, quality facilities including pools and fitness amenities, and reasonable pricing. The program offers diverse activities like swimming lessons, basketball, and soccer with accommodating staff. One concern raised is the indefinite closure of the pool at the facility.

Friendly and helpful staffreasonable prices for lessonsquality facilities (poolweight room

Precious Promises

3.87 score

3.8(10)

1007 Mojave Trail, Frankfort, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

Precious Promises receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and quality care provided by director Sharon and teachers like Mrs. Kat. However, several parents report serious concerns about administrative conduct, poor communication, and alleged inappropriate behavior toward children.

Loving and nurturing stafffamily-oriented environmentlong-term relationships with familiescreative learning activit

Southern Preschool & Childcare

3.45 score

3(6)

109 Steele Street, Frankfort, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

Southern Preschool & Childcare in Frankfort, Kentucky receives mixed reviews with significant safety and care concerns raised by multiple parents. While some parents report positive experiences with staff care and child development, several parents describe serious incidents including injuries, inadequate diaper changes, failure to notify parents of illnesses, poor management response to complaints, and interpersonal conflicts between children without proper supervision or se

Child Daycare & Preschools in Frankfort, Kentucky

There are 18 child daycare & preschools in Frankfort, Kentucky, making up 67% of the 27 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 Frankfort, 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 18 child daycare & preschools daycares in Frankfort, Kentucky, out of 27 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 Frankfort, 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

Frankfort offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 18 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Frankfort for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Frankfort 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.

18 Child Daycare & Preschools in Frankfort, Kentucky

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Frankfort

Top Rated

New Horizons Child Development Center

Great Beginnings Child Care LLC

Tiger Time

Frankfort Ymca After School Program

The Learning Tree Christian Academy

The Frankfort Child Development Center LLC

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