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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hazard, KY

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Hazard. Average rating: 2.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hazard, Kentucky at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
2.5/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Hazard offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 2.5/5.The largest concentration is in 41701 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hazard

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.

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    1824 North Main Street, Hazard, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Children's House Montessori School in Hazard, Kentucky has received overwhelmingly negative reviews citing serious concerns about child treatment, staff behavior, and safety practices. While one parent praised the staff and care, the majority of reviewers reported incidents of harsh discipline, emotional abuse, neglect, and discriminatory hiring practices. Multiple reviews reference state department reports documenting policy violations.

    Staff care and education (acc

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Hazard

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hazard zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
417018
2.5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hazard (17–167 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Hazard, Kentucky

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Hazard, Kentucky, making up 63% of the 8 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Hazard have an average rating of 2.5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 2.5 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hazard, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hazard, Kentucky, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Hazard have an average Google rating of 2.5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hazard, 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
Hazard offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Hazard for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hazard 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.