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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Leitchfield, KY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Leitchfield. Average rating: 4.74/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Leitchfield, Kentucky at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.74/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Leitchfield offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.74/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 42754 zip code, averaging 4.74 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Leitchfield

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.

  1. 1
    First Baptist Church Weekday Education
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    106 East Walnut Street, Leitchfield, KY · Church Daycare · Capacity: 85 children

    First Baptist Church Weekday Education receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviewers praise the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and highlight strong youth programs and religious education. Staff members like Jenny are noted for their helpful involvement.

    Family-oriented environmentwarm and invitingfriendly staffstrong youth programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Leitchfield

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Leitchfield, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.57avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Leitchfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
427546
4.74
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Leitchfield (12–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Leitchfield based on parent reviews

Tammy Embry'S Play School

5(3)

103 Kelly Street, Leitchfield, KY

Parents highlight Ms. Tammy and her staff as exceptionally kind and trustworthy, with one family noting they feel like part of the owner's family. Another parent describes it as the best place for childcare, expressing high confidence in leaving their children there.

extremely kind stafffamily-like treatmenthigh trustworthiness

Tammy Embry'S Play School #2

5(3)

1316 Asbury Street, Leitchfield, KY

Parents highlight Ms. Tammy as a kind and trustworthy owner, noting that the center treats families like their own and keeps children safe. Reviewers express high confidence in the staff and would not entrust their children to anyone else.

Family-like treatmentchild safetykind and sweet owner

The Play Zone

3.7(2)

204 Marion Street, Leitchfield, KY

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Daycare types in Leitchfield

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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Leitchfield, Kentucky

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Leitchfield, Kentucky, making up 50% of the 6 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 Leitchfield have an average rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Leitchfield, 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 Leitchfield

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Tammy Embry'S Play School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight Ms. Tammy and her staff as exceptionally kind and trustworthy, with one family noting they feel like part of the owner's family. Another parent describes it as the best place for childcare, expressing high confidence in leaving their children there.

extremely kind stafffamily-like treatmenthigh trustworthiness
Address
103 Kelly Street, Leitchfield, KY
Phone
(270) 259-4792
Tammy Embry'S Play School #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight Ms. Tammy as a kind and trustworthy owner, noting that the center treats families like their own and keeps children safe. Reviewers express high confidence in the staff and would not entrust their children to anyone else.

Family-like treatmentchild safetykind and sweet owner
Address
1316 Asbury Street, Leitchfield, KY
Phone
(270) 230-8708
The Play Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
204 Marion Street, Leitchfield, KY
Phone
(270) 259-2597

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Leitchfield, Kentucky, out of 6 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 Leitchfield have an average Google rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Leitchfield, 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
Leitchfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Leitchfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Leitchfield 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.